Rumors are flying that Microsoft may just be killing off it's high-end Xbox 360 model, the Elite. The news comes from FUDZilla, and will reportedly happen sometime during the second quarter of this year.The hardware that the Elite features will apparently be saved only for the Limited Edition Xbox 360 models, but apparently Microsoft will be introducing a larger hard drive for the 360, which will have more storage space than the current 120GB. So how will it all go down? Apparently in the second quarter, as mentioned, Microsoft will stop taking order for the Elite. They'll let the current inventory dry up, and then the only way you'll be able to pick up Elite-style hardware is if you fork out for a Limited Edition console, much like the Resident Evil 5 model.
I, personally, own an Elite and find it fantastic. So why would Microsoft do this? Well, apparently, the decision is based on the economy. Many retailers don't want the Elite model clogging up their shelves, as they tend to sit there and collect dust much longer than the cheaper models. They'd rather have room for the cheaper models, because they sell faster and generate more profit. Perhaps Microsoft could save the Elite model for online ordering only? Who knows. Maybe the Elite won't go after all, only time will tell.
What are your thoughts? Do you not mind if the Elite gets discontinued, or would you like it to stick around? Keep your eyes peeled to see if Microsoft will go through with the rumor, or if it will keep producing the Elite model.
You mean the look that the PS3 has? lol.
Nah, idk if the Xbox Elite came out before the PS3 anyways.
By that logic, you could say the PS3 copied the Sega Genesis or older systems. (I'm not an old fart, so my memory does not extend that far)
* Motion control (gimped and tacked on)
*Multiple SKUs (even after denouncing MS for doing it)
*Triggers (and not even doing it right)
*Guide button
Anyone who thinks somebody has copied somebody else because of the colour of their product really needs to rethink their stance.
Last edited by CalumJR on 07 Mar 2009 - 07:22
You mean the look that the PS3 has? lol.
You think Microsoft is working with Sony to sell PS3's... because that's what you just implied.
eh?
By that logic, you could say the PS3 copied the Sega Genesis or older systems. (I'm not an old fart, so my memory does not extend that far)
I belive the Atari was black. Not really sure though.
...seems practical to me actually, cause if i want the hardware I'd pick up the limited edition with a much wanted game, and if I'm a game freak, I'm a lot more tempted to pick up the more expensive (and profitable) version.
Zunebox? I don't know...
http://benheck.com/03-03-2009/darksiders-x...-laptop-for-thq
All models have HDMI now.
They all have HDMI now. The best systems are the Jasper systems. They consume the least power, and have the least chance of getting the RROD.
As for the Pro SKU, If they feel like giving that a bigger HDD, then maybe going up to 80GB sounds about right.
Snap! Though I don't work on technology.
I honestly think that many people dont care about the Elite version, because the differences btwn the two versions arent great enough.
Regardless, they had better not phase the color out. Even if the economy has hurt it's sales, they should at least keep the elite or at least a black version of the various 360 models available online.
I can see a sixteen core system with eight gigs of memory, 1.5tb of disk and wireless N for around $499 (again, no profit, but they could be first to the 8th generation of video games).
...and yeah; it's not so "Elite" any more.
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