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Xbox 360 sets a new pace for digital entertainment. More than
just a cutting-edge game system, Xbox 360 also integrates
high-definition video, DVD movie playback, digital music, photos,
and online connectivity into one sleek, small tower. In
anticipation of this year's largest blockbuster game launch, we
are happy to present the Xbox 360 Halo® 3 Special Edition
Console. The console features an exclusive "Spartan green and
gold" finish and comes bundled with a matching Xbox 360 Wireless
Controller, 20GB Hard Drive, Headset, Play & Charge Kit, and
exclusive Halo 3 Gamer Pics and Theme (available via Xbox LIVE®
download).
About the Xbox 360 Hardware
Xbox 360, shown with wireless controller, is a sleek,
customizable gaming and entertainment system. Xbox 360 is much
smaller than its predecessor--it measures approximately 3.3 by
12.2 by 10.2 inches and weighs 7.7 lbs. It's powered by custom
IBM PowerPC-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. In other words, it makes for great looking
games in standard TV definition, and even better thanks to
built-in support for HDTV 1080i televisions. It also supports the
widescreen 16:9 format.
The unit has a 12x dual-layer DVD-ROM drive, which plays both the
game media and progressive-scan DVD movies right out of the box.
For game-save and media storage, users can choose between the
detachable and upgradeable 20GB hard drive, or a separately sold
64MB flash Memory Unit. Along with storing files, the hard drive
will make the Xbox 360 backward-compatible with part of the
existing Xbox game library.
Xbox 360 uses a refined button layout for its controllers. Back
and Start buttons sit at the center of the controller and between
them is a new Xbox Guide button, which instantly takes the user
to the Xbox 360 user interface. From there, they can check for
friends online, access personal digital content like photos and
songs, and more. The black and white buttons of the first Xbox
controllers have been replaced with new shoulder buttons placed
above the left and right triggers. Xbox 360 can accommodate up to
four wireless controllers and has three USB 2.0 slots to use for
wired controllers or for streaming your digital media from
digital cameras, MP3 players, and any Windows XP-based PC.
Microsoft has announced plans for a upcoming video-conferencing
camera that will work with the system.
Xbox 360 can manage your games, your online friends, and your
personal digital library.About Xbox 360 Games and Media
All Xbox 360 titles can be played in either standard or
high-definition resolution in 16:9 widescreen, with anti-aliasing
for smoother graphics. Game designers will be able to take
advantage of the system's multi-channel surround sound. The Xbox
360's digital media allows users to supplement any game's music
from tracks in their own personal library.
About Xbox Live
A built-in Ethernet port allows users to connect their system to
a broadband connection for access to the new Xbox Live Silver.
The included service lets anyone create a Gamertag and gamer card
to express your online identity, chat live with voice chat, and
connect to the Xbox Live Marketplace to buy expansions, s, and
other digital goodies for your games. The subscription service
Xbox Live Gold adds to that online competition, game stats, and
video chat/messaging. The separately 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 cable
* Ethernet cable
* Detachable faceplate
* Xbox Live Silver membership
* HDMI connection
- In the box: Halo 3 Special Edition Console, Halo 3 Green Wireless Controller, Halo 3 20GB Hard Drive, Halo 3 Wired Headset, Component HD AV Cable, Ethernet Network Cable, Play & Charge Kit.
- Design: Sleek set-top design with horizontal or vertical placement option in a Special Edition Spartan green and gold finish with matching accessories.
- Xbox 360 Guide: Access your games, friends, music, movies, and downloadable content from the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller with a single press of the Guide Button.
- Customizable interface: Customize your Xbox 360 Dashboard, Guide, and Gamer Profile with content from the Xbox LIVE marketplace.
- Xbox Live: Go online and enter a world where games and entertainment come alive with the ability to download games and entertainment straight from the marketplace and join multiplayer sessions complete with voice chat.