Xbox 360 Elite
For those that
were not quite happy with the features presented in the previous
two Xbox 360 packages,
the Core and Premium editions, Microsoft is now offering a third,
bigger, sleeker option. The Xbox 360 Elite package
is the answer for all those out there who were considering the
purchase of a Premium package but were not quite convinced that the
features included with that machine were quite enough for your
needs.
The first thing you’ll notice when looking over the sleek new
console is the jet black finish. Everyone wants a slick console and
the only way to get the classic, black look is to pick up the Elite
package. The wireless controller included will also be black to
round out the look.
Of course, the Xbox 360 Elite is not just a
change of color for the console. That would hardly warrant the new
price point of $479. This new offering of the Xbox 360 is
essentially the ultimate edition of the console.
The most striking addition is the inclusion of a 120 GB hard
drive. The new drive is touted as the largest offered for any
gaming console and sold separately costs $179. With the influx of
new high definition video, Xbox Live arcade options, and all those
extras you download for your existing games like Map packs, a
bigger hard drive was almost necessary and for those without an
Xbox 360 yet, the Elite is the best place to start
for that reason alone.
Another nice addition is the inclusion of an HDMI port for use
with your expensive home entertainment set up. Instead of worrying
about the lack of the port in other packages, you’ll be able to
enjoy full video support with any of your games with the new Elite
console.
Offering these two features alone makes up for the console’s $79
price hike above the Premium Package. Also included with the
Xbox 360 Elite is one black wireless controller, a
wireless headset (also black), the always included Xbox Live Silver
membership and one free month of Xbox Live Gold Membership. In all,
you’ll everything you need right out of the box.
For those few features that are not covered right away, the
peripherals are still available separately. You can buy extra
rechargeable battery packs, now available in black to match your
new black console and new rechargeable kits to keep the batteries
charged.
The new Xbox 360 Elite package is a great
option for anyone out there who does not yet own an Xbox 360. It
delivers top notch gameplay the same as the other 360 packages, but
also brings the large hard drive support and long awaited HDMI
interface that so many fans have been waiting for. Definitely
consider this as a first option when looking into a new
Xbox 360.
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