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Started by Coded, December 11, 2006, 15:11:23 PM

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Coded

December 11, 2006, 15:11:23 PM
Right im gonna get a xbox 360 for crimbo. I was wondering whats the best deal about, and what accessories are needed etc.

Im looking to go for the premium pack as i want to get on the net with it.

thanks for any advice.


coded

p.s. the region free games on play asia are playable on any xbox 360?

Leon

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December 11, 2006, 15:40:15 PM
Heard PCWorld are doing a good offer at te moment but un-sure it is.

HMVs great offer is no longer available but they may of done another one by now.

Apart from the Premium pack you will want to pick up a 12month live subscription and maybe some Microsoft Points so you can buy the arcade games :)

Another wireless controller? Camera?


As for the region free, yes in my experience they are all fine :)
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Coded

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December 11, 2006, 15:52:11 PM
Cheers for the prompt reply, will have a look around HMV and other stores tonight.

How long is the warranty?

Coded

soopahfly

#3
December 11, 2006, 16:16:59 PM
Blockbusters.

Premium pack
Gears of War
Pro Evo 6
PGR3
Table Tennis
Ã,£50 in rental vouchers

Ã,£339/Ã,£349

Leon

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December 11, 2006, 16:56:31 PM
Warranty is 1year but you can buy an extra 2 years for less than Ã,£100 (not sure of exact number)
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Coded

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December 11, 2006, 17:21:15 PM
Would you reccomend getting an extra 2years warranty as an extra Ã,£100 would make it out of my range.

How reliable are the newer xbox 360s?

Serious

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December 11, 2006, 17:35:53 PM
No idea but if its worthwhile getting a warrantee then it isnt worth buying an Xbox 360.

electronics normally goes in the first few weeks or if it survives the firs year then its probably going to last for years without problem.

Sweenster

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December 11, 2006, 17:42:26 PM
Quote from: SeriousNo idea but if its worthwhile getting a warrantee then it isnt worth buying an Xbox 360.

electronics normally goes in the first few weeks or if it survives the firs year then its probably going to last for years without problem.

I agree with serious, tbh, what is the lifespan of the console, how long before the next xbox is out, extended warranty is a bit ott generally. I have worked in dixons, i know how much of a con extension of warranty is. If my 360 dies in 1year and a day oh well, i will either get a new one, which i imagine will be after quite a price drop.

Chuck Norris

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December 11, 2006, 17:58:08 PM
QuoteWarranty is 1year but you can buy an extra 2 years for less than Ã,£100 (not sure of exact number)

If its about Ã,£100 for an extra two years, thats about 30% of the premium pack price (less the rental vouchers from blockbuster).  Says somthing about Microsofts confidence in their build quality.

Sweenster

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December 11, 2006, 17:58:52 PM
Quote from: Chuck Norris
QuoteWarranty is 1year but you can buy an extra 2 years for less than Ã,£100 (not sure of exact number)

If its about Ã,£100 for an extra two years, thats about 30% of the premium pack price (less the rental vouchers from blockbuster).  Says somthing about Microsofts confidence in their build quality.

Most extended warranties are with the shop not the company

Deaths Head

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December 11, 2006, 18:06:37 PM
Quote from: DoomsWarranty is 1year but you can buy an extra 2 years for less than Ã,£100 (not sure of exact number)
Ã,£44.95 for 2 years extended.  Ã,£25 for a single year.  From Microsoft directly.  Only get it when you are coming to the end of your 1st year.

Eggtastico

#11
December 11, 2006, 18:15:14 PM
Quote from: CodedRight im gonna get a xbox 360 for crimbo. I was wondering whats the best deal about, and what accessories are needed etc.

a hex screwdriver set, executioner kit & a Sata card are prob. the best accessories you can get.


Oh & a 2nd controller.

Cypher

#12
December 11, 2006, 19:05:21 PM
Best deal I have seen around atm is 360 Premium Pack & Games (Good Games Usually) for Ã,£300.

IE game was Call Of Duty 3, Gears Of War and PGR iirc.

Recharge kit is one of the must have accesories.

Coded

#13
December 11, 2006, 19:28:33 PM
Play #1
Play #2

those are two bundles which are looking quite possible.

how reliable are the newer xbox?

by the way, quick question. I only have one network point in my uni room, however we are allowed to register two mac addresses. Would i be able to use something like this :

http://www.tekheads.co.uk/s/product?product=600966

id rather one with only 2, but cant seem to find one. any help?

edit : looking @ the play asia site, and theres a Gears of War that says European, No Region Protection, and another which says US, No Region but sold out. whats the difference?
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