OldJadedGamer
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To the guys that have it already... are you all on the East Coast?
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RebornYeti
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Zomo said:
:lol Haha, I know, I just get kind of impatient when I want something. I really hate it, but I can't help it.
surly said:
Pretty much nothing. I'm going to install a game and see if that changes anything, but sitting at the dashboards there's really no noticeable sound. Ok, if you ear is two inches away, you hear it.
Yeah, I'm on the east coast. Right outside Philly.
Love how the open/close tray button is touch.
RebornYeti
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Zomo said:
Yeah for sure. All these people on GAF that are getting it are making me jealous! :lol
silentspork
Member
Never transferred anything via USB, is it pretty straightforward to do so? I've got a stick or two laying around I can use.
GitarooMan
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Just a little idea for people who maybe have ratty or older controllers and are trading up to a slim. Gamestop is giving 25 dollars on the trade-in, amazon sells them for 30. So you could conceivably upgrade to a new controller for ~5 bucks.
Hmm, first time using license transfer. Quick and easy. I like the fact they let you automatically add all your content to your instant Q for download as well.
Location: the burbs Birmingham AL.
Also if you go to Gamestop be prepared to possibly wait a awhile for them to figure it all out. The trade-in deals were not working automatically so it took him a bit to work it all out. He actually got an email about it while I was checking out.
Location: the burbs Birmingham AL.
Also if you go to Gamestop be prepared to possibly wait a awhile for them to figure it all out. The trade-in deals were not working automatically so it took him a bit to work it all out. He actually got an email about it while I was checking out.
silentspork said:
Put the stick in. Format it. Go to memory, click on the device that has what you want to transfer, press Y to transfer content, pick where you want it to transfer and exactly what you want (there's a nice menu that comes up for it) and then hit start on the bottom right side and wait.
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OldJadedGamer
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GitarooMan said:
That trade in price only applies to the purchase of a new S system.
GitarooMan
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Yup, I said "and are trading up to a slim"OldJadedGamer said:
black_vegeta
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Wish I could get me a XBawks Slim. :-(
goldenpp72
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2 quick questions, for gamestop trade in quality, I have a 360 arcade in GREAT shape aside one thing, the little usb cover popped off some time ago so the usb place is exposed, would this be a no go trade with GS? a replacement faceplate would negate the problem.
Also, I have controllers to trade but can't find one of the battery backings that came with it, no go?
Also, I have controllers to trade but can't find one of the battery backings that came with it, no go?
So when can we expect comparison pictures (haven't seen any real good) on the old and new 360. Want to see the different in the size of the powerbrick.
Yeah, I saw the picture posted here, that's is a bit higher than a CD. But I don't remember how big the original brick is.
Either way, can't wait till I have the money to get a new 360.
Yeah, I saw the picture posted here, that's is a bit higher than a CD. But I don't remember how big the original brick is.
Either way, can't wait till I have the money to get a new 360.
goldenpp72 said:
They should still take it. As long as the disc tray works okay and a game boots up without issue you should be fine.
I got nervous when the GS employee was testing my console out because my disc tray wouldn't open. I told him it was working fine last night (which is true, but it has given me trouble in the past). I got it to open by putting a little pressure on the left side of the tray and then the GS guy sprayed out the innards with compressed air. The tray then opened and closed without issue and I got full value for my trade. Their leniency on this kind of thing will obviously vary store by store, but I don't think they'll deny you a trade due to the USB cover being missing.
goldenpp72
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prophecy0 said:
How about a controller missing it's battery pack? Or if I gave them a different color one, heh.
Gamer @ Heart
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Wait, does the wifi inside it also support b/g?
black_vegeta
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Gamer @ Heart said:
Yup
ShockingAlberto
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N is backwards compatible with B/G, yes.Gamer @ Heart said:
GarthVaderUK
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burgerdog said:
Awesome
Saren is Bad
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Alright guys, got home, set it up and fired up a few games. Here are my impressions:
Design: This thing is sexy as hell. When vertical, the curves are pretty sexy, as is the overall new design. It only has the side vents on the right side so if you put it vertically it looks kinda funky, but you can put it horizontally without blocking any vents. The buttons to eject, etc. are touch like the PS3. I think it looks awesome. They give you a black headset as well as a new (all black, including that stripe underneath) black controller with a chrome guide button, and an improved d-pad (at least it feels like it to me).
Performance: The thing really is whisper-quiet when not running a game. Now when you put in a game, obviously, this changes. Without installing a game (why wouldn't you with 250gb) it sounds as loud as the regular 360, minus the fan noises. But with games installed it is pretty damn quiet, which is very impressive. Wireless N is very fast, as is expected.
Accessories: Like I said it comes with a nice all-black controller and headset (I mean ALL black, no gray). Whats disappointing is the power brick. Its not as big as the launch units (which is what I am replacing) but its still pretty chunking. The PS3 has it beat badly on this aspect. Also, I heard it came with an HDMI cable, it does not. It comes with regular Composite, which is also disappointing.
Overall: The system is very sexy and very slim. Its a finger print magnet, just putting it in its place cover the damn thing in smudges. I am thrilled with my purchase, 100% (I traded my old Xbox, 120gb HDD, and Wireless N adapter [which fucking sucked]) and got 180 at Gamestop. If you have a launch unit or an older Xbox (especially without HDMI) I say buy it, like, right now. If you have an Elite or just purchased one, I'd say hold off until a price drop. Its a great revision but it's not for everyone especially at the $299 price tag.
If y'all have any questions feel free to ask!
Design: This thing is sexy as hell. When vertical, the curves are pretty sexy, as is the overall new design. It only has the side vents on the right side so if you put it vertically it looks kinda funky, but you can put it horizontally without blocking any vents. The buttons to eject, etc. are touch like the PS3. I think it looks awesome. They give you a black headset as well as a new (all black, including that stripe underneath) black controller with a chrome guide button, and an improved d-pad (at least it feels like it to me).
Performance: The thing really is whisper-quiet when not running a game. Now when you put in a game, obviously, this changes. Without installing a game (why wouldn't you with 250gb) it sounds as loud as the regular 360, minus the fan noises. But with games installed it is pretty damn quiet, which is very impressive. Wireless N is very fast, as is expected.
Accessories: Like I said it comes with a nice all-black controller and headset (I mean ALL black, no gray). Whats disappointing is the power brick. Its not as big as the launch units (which is what I am replacing) but its still pretty chunking. The PS3 has it beat badly on this aspect. Also, I heard it came with an HDMI cable, it does not. It comes with regular Composite, which is also disappointing.
Overall: The system is very sexy and very slim. Its a finger print magnet, just putting it in its place cover the damn thing in smudges. I am thrilled with my purchase, 100% (I traded my old Xbox, 120gb HDD, and Wireless N adapter [which fucking sucked]) and got 180 at Gamestop. If you have a launch unit or an older Xbox (especially without HDMI) I say buy it, like, right now. If you have an Elite or just purchased one, I'd say hold off until a price drop. Its a great revision but it's not for everyone especially at the $299 price tag.
If y'all have any questions feel free to ask!
Diablohead
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I think it's the one you hear / seen in the E3 press conference for microsoft when they showed off those games at the start, the green wave comes out from around the silver X instead of some rings like the current bootup, pitch is different. that's about it.Mad_Ban said:Youtube, now.
ShockingAlberto
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Wait, hold upSaren is Bad said:
Like, composite composite or the composite/component the 360 originally came with?
Saren is Bad said:
Yes. I was worried about getting fingerprints all over it so I just handled it with the wrapping it came in. :lol I'd say that if you bought an elite at launch it's still worth it because by now it's probably dying.
ShockingAlberto said:
No HDMI, just the composite ones (red, white, yellow) no HD component ones.
black_vegeta
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ShockingAlberto said:
They got rid of the split Composite/Component cable. It's strictly Composite now.
You can buy a HDMI cable from amazon for $3.00 it's no biggie.
ShockingAlberto
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I'm out of HDMI slots and only have a 720p TV, so the difference between component and HDMI is not that big.
That's incredibly annoying.
I'm out of HDMI slots and only have a 720p TV, so the difference between component and HDMI is not that big.
That's incredibly annoying.
ShockingAlberto
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I was worried about this, too. The current 360 heats up my room, I guess the new one is the same.Jtyettis said: