Microsoft Xbox 360 Premium System

Reviewed: September 1, 2009

Source: productwiki.com

The successor to Microsofts first video game console, the Xbox. The Xbox 360 expands upon the originals strong PC roots while being positioned as the complete center of media integration with many built in functions and a high level of Internet connectivity. The 360 is the first next-gen console in what Microsoft touts as the HD-Era, the seventh generation of consoles, which includes the Playstation 3 and Nintendo Wii. With the Xbox 360 Microsoft has advanced graphical capabilities to the next-generation featuring a 3-core CPU from IBM and a new custom-built graphics card from ATi. Out of the three seventh generation console from a hardware perspective the 360 shares the most similarity to consoles in the sixth, there are no drastic changes to the controller, a standard DVD drive and the use of memory cards. One of the biggest changes that Microsoft made in its transition from Xbox to 360 is ... PROS: (1) Excellent online gaming support with Xbox Live! (2) Broad selection of titles. (3) Full 1080p HD gaming and 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Sound. (4) Large selection of games (5) PC connection to play video and audio files (Windows XP Media Center or Vista) ... CONS: (1) Have to pay a subscription for online gaming (Gold subscription = $50/year) (2) Very loud fans and disk drive (3) Prices of Xbox360 Marketplace items are steep (4) Overheating issues. (5) Slow to fix and return broken consoles

Reviewed: December 15, 2008

Source: reviewgist.com

Graphics is Average according to 2 Gaming Console experts.-- "high-resolution display support."Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Games, Controllers, Performance, etc.

Reviewed: November 18, 2008

Source: BurnWorld.com

Early testing this box looks quite impressive. Games will follow just be patient.

Reviewed: November 12, 2008

Source: testseek.com

TestSeek.com has collected 5 expert reviews for Microsoft Xbox 360 Premium and the average expert rating is 96 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community?s view on this product. Click below and use TestSeek.com to find all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

Reviewed: July 16, 2008

Source: TopTenREVIEWS.com

Xbox 360 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 0.51 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #193 standard DVD player of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a product's acceptance and track record as it relates to similar products.

Reviewed: November 19, 2007

Source: cnet.com

THE GOOD: Superior selection of games, including several console-exclusive titles; all games in high-definition; easy-to-use Dashboard interface; excellent online gaming and communications via Xbox Live; plays hundreds of (but not all) original Xbox titles; doubles as a superior digital media hub and Windows Media Center extender; online Marketplace allows for easy purchases of downloadable full-scale games, mini-games, movies, and TV shows; latest version offers HDMI output with 1080p support. THE BAD: Early versions of the console prone to "red ring of death" system crash; noisy exhaust fan and DVD drive; gigantic oversize power supply; no built-in wireless networking or flash media reader; DVD playback has substandard video quality; support for next-gen HD DVD movies requires a bulky external accessory; 20GB hard drive fills up very quickly; online gaming requires a paid subscription to Xbox Live. THE BOTTOM LINE: With its extensive digital media features, a superior online service, and an excellent game library, the Xbox 360 remains the game console to beat.

Reviewed: August 6, 2007

Source: smartratings.com

SmartRatings? average expert rating for this product is 87/100.This rating was calculated by averaging all published expert reviews with ratings available for this product. SmartRating.com aggregates all product reviews and ratings from expert sources and presents the information in a concise and simple manner. Click below and use SmartRatings.com to find what the experts are saying about this product.

Reviewed: January 24, 2007

Source: laptopmag.com

In many ways, the Xbox 360 is the ultimate media streaming device. (And it plays a few games, too) The console can handle streamed video, audio, and photos from any PC and lets you download movies and TV shows directly using Xbox Live.

Reviewed: December 2, 2005

Source: trustedreviews.com

As I mentioned earlier, the big question is whether you should spend your money on an Xbox 360, and the simple answer is YES!

Reviewed: November 22, 2005

Source: tomshardware.com

Just three years after launching the Xbox, Microsoft has come out with a new console. It has a lot going for it: snazzy design, staggering power, high definition, multimedia, and good games available at launch time. If you have a high definition display and a home theater system, the Xbox 360 will literally plunge you right into the middle of the game.