Xbox Slim

Fetidchimp · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 12:22 pm�� Post subject: Xbox Slim

So yeah my elite is starting to crap it's dacks, drive won't open very often anymore, so anyone got the slim xbox? and any problems with the pile of shit yet?
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FeralOni · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 1:40 pm�� Post subject:

my slim has been working fine since i had to replace my RRODed pro; only problems i've had have been with DLC and the likes (mainly due to me not currently having decent internets)
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Fetidchimp · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 2:14 pm�� Post subject:

They dropped the hdmi cable out of the package didn't they?
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theory · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 2:27 pm�� Post subject:

yeah... box contents are:

1 XBox 360 S
1 360 S 250GB HD
1 Standard Definition AV adapter
1 Power Brick
1 Wired 360 Head Set
1 360 Wireless Controller (battery Powered)
2 AA Batteries (for Controller)
1 Ad for XBox Live
1 User's/Owner's Manual.
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ThunderCurls · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 3:29 pm�� Post subject:

Isn't it prone to completely screwing your discs if it's bumped whilst running?
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Jessara · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 3:47 pm�� Post subject:

Yeah but what console really is safe if it is moved around while a disc is spinning?
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Crank · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 4:09 pm�� Post subject:

ThunderCurls · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 4:44 pm�� Post subject:

ZNMS · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 5:06 pm�� Post subject:

The slim version of the Xbox 360 is still a very good console. Sure, the heating and ventilation has improved, the Red Ring of Death has basically become a distant memory and the black is slick. But, Microsoft have done one thing I think should be mentioned: the inclusion of an optical port on the back of the console.

The need to use that silly adapter that was included with the official Xbox 360 HDMI cable is no longer required.
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XtremeXfactor · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 5:44 pm�� Post subject:

I havn't read many instances of people having RROD issues with their slim consoles, only you still have to be wary.... it's still a lucky dip in regards to how long the dvd drive will last in the console. I have read several complaints about the dvd drive failing. But as with anything it could be an isolated case here and there, i know my dvd drives in my previous consoles have all had different lifespans.

My jasper unit is still going ok nearly 2 years after acquiring it, even though it stopped being able to tell if some game discs were games and reading them as movies 6 months into owning the unit (started early 2010 - AVP, The Bigs 2 and UFC 2010).

I don't want to jinx my current consoles (running the Jasper + a 2006 turned 2009 refurb unit), but i'd love to upgrade to a slim at some stage.

IISpacebreakII · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 8:09 pm�� Post subject:

Yeah Fetid the Slims a great little console. I've had mine for about 5 months now and the only problem I had was Oblivion freezing every few hours or so. Which is actually Oblivions fault most likely.

As for the disc-spinning problem, not sure of its validity but just take extra care to have your console somewhere stable. Fortunately xbox cords disconnect at the join bit when yanked, rather than the ye olde consoles, which when yanked by the controller would leap into the heavens.

Exodus · Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 10:33 pm�� Post subject:

I want to upgrade to the Slim as well. Just for the quieter engine and slicker design and also for the 250GB harddrive so I can install everything. It looks very good, but the pricing is still too high if you ask me. Once it gets below the $400 mark for good, I think then it will be worth it.
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Fetidchimp · Posted: Thu May 12, 2011 3:41 pm�� Post subject:

went and got one, transferring savegames and files was a long and arduous task, but i got there in the end....seems like a good bit of gear but i have only been using it to redownload all my add ons so far
Had to leave it going all night for that, one nice side effect of getting it, is that the last thing in the house that need a cable, is gone....wooo no mo cables
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tallkid123 · Posted: Thu May 12, 2011 4:30 pm�� Post subject:

Great news. My Xbox 60GB just died a week ago and I'm in the market to get a slim as well?

Probably looking to get a new slim from GAME at the moment.
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Bronze · Posted: Thu May 12, 2011 5:04 pm�� Post subject:

My Elite (purchased on their day of release) died recently after 3.5 years, and I upgraded to the slim.

It's a much nicer console overall. The disc tray is whisper-quiet when running. Even quieter than an older 360 idling without a disc in the tray. The power and eject buttons are touch sensitive (like launch PS3s) and each make a cute little musical chime when touched. Haven't had any technical problems with it at all. Hoping it will last me until the end of the console's lifespan (it's my sixth Xbox 360).
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Exodus · Posted: Thu May 12, 2011 5:15 pm�� Post subject:

Sixth? Damn man. I've only ever gone through two, and that's already too much for a loyal consumer to have to go through. But six? Microsoft, for shame.

Is the disc tray sensitive? Do they slightly scratch discs even without touching or bumping the console like some of the older Xbox 360s? I wish Microsoft made their console have the "slot" insert for their discs rather than the tray design choice.
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myzz · Posted: Fri May 13, 2011 8:52 am�� Post subject:

I've never had any problems with my chromey dust magnet..

except the above..

Runs perfect and has since they were first released.
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Fetidchimp · Posted: Fri May 13, 2011 8:57 am�� Post subject:

That is one thing that made me laugh, sony dudes discovered it is a dust magnet so changed design....xbox was not a dust magnet, so they change it to a dust magnet....

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ZNMS · Posted: Fri May 13, 2011 10:18 pm�� Post subject:

Chrono Blue · Posted: Fri May 13, 2011 11:03 pm�� Post subject:

It's $449 with ac2 and hdmi. Still a bit steep, should be cheaper as has no blu ray. But I want coz of all the cool stuff on Arcade.
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John Marston · Posted: Sat May 14, 2011 4:31 pm�� Post subject:

I got to say if you are not interested in Kinect at all and the only thing you want is a xbox 360 bundle well you will be struggling to find one. Seriously its all Kinect i think the only one i can find is the JB one and that just has assassins creed 2 + hdmi cord +250 gig model for 449.... Lucky tho when i got mine i think about 1-2 weeks ago ebgames has a good bundle 4 games + 250 gig model for 448.

If anyone is interested the games were:

Assassin's Creed
Far Cry 2
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 GOTY Edition
Ghost Recon: Advanced War Fighter 2

I just wish more kinect less bundles would come..
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hinduguru · Posted: Sat May 14, 2011 7:58 pm�� Post subject:

I bought my Halo Reach Special Edition 250gb Slim on a whim back in October 2010 i think when i saw it discounted at my local Harvey Norman ($500, RRP was $550 but i sold the copy of the included Halo Reach game for $50 so it really came to $450 for the console with 2 wireless controllers). I was using a 3-year-old Pro console prior to that but there wasn't really any issue with it (except the noise of it which was getting annoying), i just felt like a change

And it was also good to get 2 extra controllers and also built-in wireless.

I've had no issues with the Slim since, but i've kept the Pro around just in case something does happen to it. The Reach version is a grey/silver matte finish too so no 'dust-magnetism' issues either! It may be worth checking out your local Harvey Norman or Dick Smith stores for this version in case they too are clearing out old console stock.

XtremeXfactor · Posted: Sun May 15, 2011 1:53 pm�� Post subject:

will851 · Posted: Sun May 15, 2011 2:04 pm�� Post subject:

i think my disc tray os slowly dying it has trouble reading some of the newer disc's i have hopefully it can last atleast another month
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