Xbox 360 Elite: HDMI-enabled black unit with 120GB HDD in late April

The lack of the newer processors and fans is a big disappointment.

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Also we dont know the release date of it in the uk

[Saaf_laandon_mo]

Originally Posted by Damien

No one will really want to buy all blu-ray yet. The risk of building up a collection in a format that might not exist is not worth it over DVD. Microsoft has a advantage over sony anyway with the amount of games and units sold so I dont think they worried about matching the PS3, rather continuing to lead.

If you buy a ps3 can it play normal DVDs?

Originally Posted by Saaf_laandon_mo

If you buy a ps3 can it play normal DVDs?

Yeah of course. Cant upscale well but plays them none the less. My point is about the Blu-Ray drive. Most people, at least movies lovers, would not start a collection on a insecure format. HD-DVD/Blu-Ray are both far too early. DVD is still doing strong and offers what most people need.

[Saaf_laandon_mo]

phew for a minute i thought if i do buy a ps3 (probably will in about 3-5 months) I'd not be able to watch my dvds on it.

Originally Posted by Saaf_laandon_mo

phew for a minute i thought if i do buy a ps3 (probably will in about 3-5 months) I'd not be able to watch my dvds on it.

As pointed out in this thread, the xbox360 gives a better picture quality playing DVDs rather than the PS3.

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News on pricing:

Commenting on the confirmation of the Elite, Peter Moore stated; "Today’s games and entertainment enthusiast has an insatiable appetite for digital high-definition content. Xbox 360 Elite’s larger hard drive and premium accessories will allow our community to enjoy all that the next generation of entertainment has to offer.� And priced initially at $479.99 (approx. £245), sampling all that hi-def goodness won't break the bank. So long as you don't already own an Xbox 360...

Ahem.

The full list of components and accessories inside the new Elite bundle are:

Xbox 360 Elite console (black)
Xbox 360 120GB hard drive
Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (black)
Xbox 360 headset (black)
Xbox 360 HDMI cable
Xbox LIVE Silver Membership
One-month subscription to Xbox LIVE Gold

Of course, if you don't want to pay out for a new machine but could do with a bit extra up top (so to speak) the 120GB hard drive will also be sold separately for a cost of $179.99 (approx. £92).

The Xbox 360 Elite is scheduled to hit retail shelves Stateside from April 29, but as of yet there are no confirmed details on a Euro release or prospective price plan.

There is a price, they said £350 in the Press release which is not a direct conversion so that must be it.

Personally, I am disappointed and will likely just get a premium now. HDMI is cool so is the bigger HD but not worth the increased price/wait.

Originally Posted by Damien

There is a price, they said £350 in the Press release which is not a direct conversion so that must be it.

Personally, I am disappointed and will likely just get a premium now. HDMI is cool so is the bigger HD but not worth the increased price/wait.

A conversion of the US price makes it approx £245 mate!

See post #65 for US pricing, no UK pricing or release date as yet.

Originally Posted by NEONKNIGHT

A conversion of the US price makes it approx £245 mate!

See post #65 for US pricing, no UK pricing or release date as yet.

Your conversion makes it cheaper than the Premium, Elite is $70 more than Premium in the states. It will be around £349

Originally Posted by Damien

Your conversion makes it cheaper than the Premium, Elite is $70 more than Premium in the states. It will be around £349

The price is from here Damien :- http://www.oxm.co.uk/articles/news/h...or_us_release!

Yes, Thats a Direct Conversion but it is not what it will be priced here. The Normal xbox is about £200 pounds using the direct conversion. But its £279 over here. The US price is 1) Cheaper 2) Untaxed

The Press Release (from MS themselves)

Microsoft Unveils Xbox 360 Elite

Premium black console includes 120GB hard drive and line of new accessories.

REDMOND, Wash. - March 27, 2007 - Microsoft Corp. today announced the upcoming availability of Xbox 360[TM] Elite, a new model of the video game and entertainment system that will include a 120GB hard drive, a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) port, a high-definition cable, and a premium black finish for the console, wireless controller and Xbox LIVE(R) headset. Xbox 360 Elite has enough space for a library of Xbox LIVE Arcade games and thousands of songs, as well as downloadable high-definition TV shows and movies available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace. The new 120GB hard drive also will be sold as a stand-alone accessory to give current Xbox 360 owners greater choice and flexibility in their games and entertainment experience. Additional Xbox 360 Elite accessories, such as the black Xbox 360 Wireless Controller, Xbox 360 Play & Charge kit and the Xbox 360 rechargeable battery, will be available separately. The Xbox 360 Elite and its accessories are expected to begin arriving in U.S. stores on April 29.

"Today's games and entertainment enthusiast has an insatiable appetite for digital high-definition content," said Peter Moore, corporate vice president for the Interactive Entertainment Business at Microsoft. "Xbox 360 Elite's larger hard drive and premium accessories will allow our community to enjoy all that the next generation of entertainment has to offer."

Distinguished by its black finish and signature metallic detailing, Xbox 360 Elite will have an estimated retail price1 of $479.99 (U.S.)/479.99 euros/349.99 pounds, and will come packed with components and accessories for the ultimate high-definition entertainment experience.

· Xbox 360 Elite console. The console is equipped with a premium black finish and three powerful core processors capable of producing the best in HD entertainment (up to 1080p), 16:9 cinematic aspect ratio, anti-aliasing for smooth textures, full surround sound, HDMI output and DVD playback with upscaling capabilities right out of the box.

· Xbox 360 120GB hard drive. The 120GB detachable hard drive allows gamers to save their games and store television shows, movies, music, pictures, trailers, levels, demos and other content available from Xbox LIVE Marketplace.3 The hard drive is sold separately for an estimated retail price of $179.99 (U.S.)/179.99 euros/119.99 pounds.

· Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (black). This award-winning, high-performance wireless controller, now in black, features the Xbox(R) Guide Button for quick, in-game access to friends and music. It has a range of up to 30 feet and a battery life of 30 hours on two AA batteries. It is sold separately for an estimated retail price of $49.99 (U.S.)/44.99 euros/32.99 pounds.

· Xbox 360 headset (black). Now available in black, the headset lets gamers strategize or trade taunts while playing games and send voice messages to friends on Xbox LIVE.

· Xbox 360 HDMI cable. New to Xbox 360, HDMI allows consumers to get HD video (up to 1080p) and multichannel surround sound, all from one cable.

· Xbox LIVE Silver Membership. With this, gamers can chat with friends online, collect achievements and gamerscores, send and receive voice and text messages, and access Xbox LIVE Marketplace content such as game demos, HD movies and TV, as well as the best in downloadable games from Xbox LIVE Arcade.

· One-month subscription to Xbox LIVE Gold. An Xbox LIVE Gold Membership provides a complete online entertainment experience. Those who subscribe to this premium service can engage in competitive online multiplayer matches, tailor their matchmaking via feedback and accomplishments, chat with more than one person at a time, and take advantage of unique privileges in the Xbox LIVE Marketplace and Xbox LIVE Arcade.

The following accessories for the Xbox 360 Elite console will only be sold separately:

· Xbox 360 Play & Charge kit. Complete with a charging cable and a black rechargeable battery pack, the Xbox 360 Play & Charge kit allows gamers to recharge their Xbox 360 Wireless Controller without interrupting their gameplay. it is sold separately for an estimated retail price of $19.99 (U.S.)/19.99 euros/14.99 pounds.

· Xbox 360 rechargeable battery (black). The rechargeable battery pack provides more than 25 hours of gameplay per charge. It is sold separately for an estimated retail price of $11.99 (U.S.)/11.99 euros/9.99 pounds.

I see what you mean but there is nothing official as yet for the UK and the rest of Europe for the pricing of the Xbox360 Elite machine.

[cnewton2k]

http://www.cbc.ca/technology/story/2...box-elite.html

MS Confrim shipping for April 29th un USA & Canada

[dd2k]

i dont know why? but i really want one!
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/hardware/x...em/default.htm

[Stuart]

Originally Posted by Nikesh

To be honest, I'm not really sure... I just thought seeing as the PS3 is the most powerful games console to date, including having a Blu-Ray drive, game manufacturers would make use of this technology...?

I don't think they would. Well, they might, if they happen to include hours of hi def video.

[SnoopZ]

Some more photos of the elite here. http://kotaku.com/photogallery/elite360/