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Xbox 360 Elite Xbox 360 Premium*Xbox 360 Core/Arcade

This page details the 3 different versions of the Xbox 360 console and will help you choose the system that is right for you.

The Xbox 360 versions

The Xbox 360 Arcade

The first version, Xbox 360 Core is considered to be the entry level. It is the basic gaming system without all the extra accessories that come with later models. The Xbox 360 Core allows you to create your own unique system, so you can add the extra's you choose. Its expandable to the full Xbox 360 experience. The Xbox 360 Core is recognizable through its white matte exterior finish and the controller is wired. The core system is suitable for people who just want straight game playing and don't require any special features or advantages. The new core version of the console is known as the Arcade which comes bundled with 5 arcade games, 256 MB memory unit and a wireless controller.

The Xbox Core System Includes:

• Wired controller
• Composite AV cable (with scart adaptor)
• Xbox live enabled
• Power supply and cord

Note: a memory unit (or hard drive) is required for game saves or to access Xbox Live.

Xbox Arcade System Includes:

• Wireless controller
• 256MB Memory Unit
• Composite AV Cable
• Power Cable
• Xbox Live Silver
• 5 arcade games are included with the Xbox 360 Arcade version.

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The Xbox 360 Premium
The Xbox 360 Premium is an upgrade from the core version. For this system, all the features that Core has are included and more! Its exterior finish is matte white and chrome. It also includes a 20GB detachable hard drive. The Xbox 360 Premium is loaded with all the extras you need to get the best use out of your system.

The Xbox 360 Premium system includes:

Hard drive (20GB )to save games, download new content and play top selling original Xbox games
Wireless controller - for ease of use
Headset - The headset is a popular feature and will allow you to voice chat to other players while gaming.
Ethernet connectivity cable - so you're Xbox Live Ready
Component HD AV cable which is optimised for high-definition as well as standard TVs.
Xbox live silver membership and a free trial to the Xbox live gold membership.

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The Xbox 360 Elite
The most recent addition from Microsoft is the Xbox 360 Elite console. The Elite is easily disinguingishable by its sleek black finish and metallic detailing. The system comes with a huge 120GB hard drive (the largest available for any gaming console), black wireless controller and black headset.The 120GB hard drive has enough space to store a whole catalogue of Xbox Live arcade games, in addition to down-loadable high definition TV shows, movies, music and more.

The Xbox 360 Elite System includes:

Xbox 360 Elite console with HDMI connectivity – experience each game in high definition quality.
Full surround sound and DVD playback with upscaling capabilities right out of the box.

• Wireless controller - with a range of 30 feet and 30 hours battery life.
• 120GB hard drive - to save your games and store television shows, movies, music, pictures, trailers, extra game levels, demos, and other content available from Xbox LIVE Marketplace.
• Xbox Live headset
• Xbox 360 HDMI cable: HDMI lets you 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.
• One-month subscription to Xbox Live Gold: Provides a complete online entertainment experience. Subscribe to this premium service and engage in competitive online multiplayer matches, tailor your matchmaking via feedback and accomplishments.

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Xbox Live
The Xbox 360 has one cool feature that gamers out there are truly appreciating. This feature is Xbox Live - an online gaming service that has been incredibly popular amongst gamers all over the world.

Xbox live™ has been upgraded for the Xbox 360 with two different versions now available.

Xbox Live™ Silver (included with every new Xbox 360 console) allows users to download content such as additional levels, trailers, maps, weapons and much, much more in the Xbox Live™ Marketplace. Silver members can also use Voice Chat to talk free to other Xbox Live™ users all over the world and create their own unique online profile thanks to the Gamer Card. The Gamer Card features a photograph; details of your gaming achievements and other info, meaning faceless opponents are no more.


Xbox Live™ Gold
To get the full online gaming experience you'll need to upgrade to the Xbox Live Gold membership. With the Gold membership and you can compete against Xbox Live users all over the world in extreme multiplayer action. The Gold service has all the functionality of Silver plus you get exclusive content, tournaments and events. Unlike the Silver service, the Gold is not free, it carries an annual charge but gives you full access to online gaming and will allow you chat/taunt other players live from your headset.


The Xbox 360 definitely brings it on for its competitors. No matter what your gaming needs are, Microsoft has aimed to provide them by upgrading its systems to keep ahead of the game.