Game Console

Xbox360 is much smaller than its predecessor--it measures approximately 3.3by 12.2 by 10.2 inches and weighs 7.7 lbs. It's powered by custom IBMPowerPC-based CPU with three symmetrical cores each running at 3.2 GHz.It also carries a custom ATI graphics processor 10 MB of embedded DRAM.This is powerful enough to draw 500 million triangles per second. Inother words, it makes for great looking games in standard TVdefinition, and even better thanks to built-in support for HDTV 1080itelevisions. It also supports the widescreen 16:9 format. Theunit has a 12x dual-layer DVD-ROM drive, which plays both the gamemedia and progressive-scan DVD movies right out of the box. Forgame-save and media storage, users can choose between the detachableand upgradeable 20GB hard drive, or a separately sold 64MB flash MemoryUnit. Along with storing files, the hard drive will make the Xbox 360backward-compatible with part of the existing Xbox game library. Xbox360 uses a refined button layout for its controllers. Back and Startbuttons sit at the center of the controller and between them is a newXbox Guide button, which instantly takes the user to the Xbox 360 userinterface. From there, they can check for friends online, accesspersonal digital content like photos and songs, and more. The black andwhite buttons of the first Xbox controllers have been replaced with newshoulder buttons placed above the left and right triggers. Xbox 360 canaccommodate up to four wireless controllers and has three USB 2.0 slotsto use for wired controllers or for streaming your digital media fromdigital cameras, MP3 players, and any Windows XP-based PC. Microsofthas announced plans for a upcoming video-conferencing camera that willwork with the system. About Xbox 360 Games and Media AllXbox 360 titles can be played in either standard or high-definitionresolution in 16:9 widescreen, with anti-aliasing for smoothergraphics. Game designers will be able to take advantage of the system'smulti-channel surround sound. The Xbox 360's digital media allows usersto supplement any game's music from tracks in their own personallibrary. About Xbox Live Abuilt-in Ethernet port allows users to connect their system to abroadband connection for access to the new Xbox Live Silver. Theincluded service lets anyone create a Gamertag and gamer card toexpress your online identity, chat live with voice chat, and connect tothe Xbox Live Marketplace to buy expansions, maps, and other digitalgoodies for your games. The subscription service Xbox Live Gold adds tothat online competition, game stats, and video chat/messaging. Theseparately sold wireless adapter supports the common 802.11a, -b, and-g standards. What's Included in the Game System * Xbox 360 console * 20GB detachable hard drive * Wireless controller * Xbox Live headset * High-definition AV cables * Ethernet cable * Detachable faceplate * Xbox Live Silver membership * Forza 2 Motorsports Game * Marvel Ultimate Alliance Game