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    Still, there’s something
    to be said for the conven-
    ience of going wireless. If
    that’s your preference,
    forgo the force feedback
    and go with a setup that
    allows more freedom but
    still simulates the feel of
    the rumble motors at
    your hands. The wheel
    conveniently uses the
    same battery packs as
    the wireless controller,
    and recharges the bat-
    tery packs when using AC
    power. The foot pedals
    require no power and are
    connected to the wheel with an included cable. Whether or not you use the powerful force feedback, the wheel can be used on your lap or mounted to a table.
    Gamers looking for the most immersive experience or the freedom of a wireless wheel will be pleased.
    Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows®
    Gamers who play both Xbox 360 and PC games can have a unified controller solution with the Xbox 360 Wireless
    Gaming Receiver for Windows ®
    . Based on the same technology that powers the Xbox 360 controllers, this
    device lets you use current and future Xbox 360 wireless controllers on your PC. The receiver has a six-foot cord
    that connects to your PC via USB and has a range of 30 feet. You can even use a wireless controller for an action game or the wireless racing wheel on the latest NASCAR
    title. The receiver supports up to four controllers and four headsets, allowing you to transform your PC rig into a
    party machine. This is a great way to save money and get more  value out of your Xbox 360 controllers.
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    Xbox 360 Play &
    Charge Kit
    If you have a wireless
    controller, chances are
    you adore its feel and
    function. There’s an
    equally high chance that
    you don’t want to deal
    with annoying disposable
    batteries. The Play &
    Charge Kit is just what
    the doctor ordered. This
    bundle includes a
    rechargeable battery
    pack that lets you kiss
    those double As goodbye.
    Each pack lasts more than
    30 hours. It also has a cord that lets you charge the battery while you’re playing.The functionality doesn’t stop there, though. You can see the level of each battery on the Dashboard and can
    even leave your Xbox 360 minimally powered up to charge your packs after you’re done gaming.
    Xbox 360 Quick Charge Kit
    If you go through rechargeable battery packs like
    water, pick up the Quick Charge Kit. This kit plugs
    into a standard wall outlet and is the fastest way to
    recharge up to two battery packs at a time. The bun-
    dle itself comes with a single pack. If you absolutely
    can’t stand wires or often have four-player gaming
    marathons, this kit ensures that you’ll always have
    a fresh battery to pop into your controller.
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    Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote
    Aside from using this remote to control DVDs, HD-DVDs
    (with the HD-DVD drive), CDs, and video while still
    enjoying access to other Xbox 360 functions through
    the all-powerful guide button, you can also use the
    universal media remote to control your TV! For Xbox 360 owners who have their consoles net-
    worked with a Windows Media Center PC, the universal
    media remote is a must-have. Use the specific Media
    Center button for fast access to the digital media
    stored on your PC. Best of all, the universal media
    remote is backlit, so you can maintain control when you have the lights dimmed to
    watch a movie.
    Customize
    The original Xbox® was the subject of much attention for artistic gamers every-
    where. Whether it was custom paint jobs or tricked-out Xboxes with LED screens
    and blinking lights, the original Xbox was one of the first home consoles to ever
    be personalized. Microsoft took note and upped the ante by creating the first console system that
    was  meant to be personalized. Now gamers everywhere can express their stylistic
    selves with custom features ranging from Dashboard themes to special faceplates.
    Maybe this isn’t just the wireless or HD era. Maybe it’s also the “Pimp My” era...
    Faceplates
    The easiest way to make your Xbox 360 truly yours is by changing its look with a
    faceplate that reflects your personality. Microsoft has a slew of options for you. Among the least expensive face-
    plates are a number of smart offerings ranging from sleek carbon fiber to a retro wood-grain finish. The company
    also has special-edition faceplates, with themes based on its hit games. Offerings include faceplates based on
    Halo ®2, For za Motorspor t ™
    2, and  Viva Piñata ™
    .
    For even more options, check out faceplates made from Microsoft’s third-party partners. The NFL and MLB
    have signed on with third-party Microsoft supporters to design custom faceplates for sports fans. Other
    companies have even found ways to let you design your own. There is absolutely no reason that your faceplate
    should look the way it did out of the box. Unless that’s what you’re into.
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    Gamers eager to get their hands on the
    Xbox 360 at launch were treated to a
    special package that bundled in a smaller version of the
    Universal Media
    Remote for free.
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    Though Microsoft encourages you to person-alize your faceplate, it does not condone
    cracking your system open and voiding the warranty! Just say no.
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    Third-party company Pelican has releasedproducts that let you be the artist. Their
    GameFace and Design-Your-Own-Faceplate
    products, respectively, put the creative control in your hands. Check them out; you might surprise yourself.
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    Some lucky gamers have been able to get their hands on limited-edition faceplates that were distributed at
    special events. The E
    32005 and Zero Hour launch event faceplates are among the hottest on the market. All
    you have to do is type “rare 360 faceplate” in the eBay search bar and you’re on your way to a slicker 360
    and an empty wallet.
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    Dashboard™Themes
    The personalization doesn’t stop at the faceplate. The
    Xbox 360 Dashboard is also a great target for aes-
    thetically savvy gamers. Customizable Dashboard
    themes add flair to a static background when it’s
    Master Chief or Joanna Dark in the background. The
    latest limited-edition faceplates from Microsoft (Halo 2,
    For za MotorSpor t 2 , and Viva Piñata ) also include a
    free coupon to download the related theme. Themes are available via the Xbox Live Marketplace
    and can be purchased on the fly with one or two clicks.
    That’s all it takes to make the Dashboard cozier or
    grungier, whichever’s your thing.
    Gamer Pictures and Motto
    Your gamer profile is much more than just your
    gamertag and a few key stats about your style of play.
    With it you can paint a perfect picture of who you are,
    what you’re into, or what your style is all about. Your gamertag is static, and will most likely not
    change very often, but by changing your gamer pic-
    ture and motto from time to time you can capture a
    snapshot of what is going in your life, gaming-related
    or not. Owners of the Xbox Live Vision Camera can
    even paint a more personal picture for people on their
    friends list, because they can put up a different gamer pic than the one that is meant for public consumption.
    One day you’re a red devil with the motto “Take No Prisoners,” the next you’re a monkey with the motto “Make
    Love, Not War.” Translate that however you want—this is all about personalization, after all.
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    If you’re not sure about a particular theme, hop
    over to Xbox.com and preview the theme before you buy! Go to Xbox.com, then Xbox Live
    Marketplace. Look for the green bar that reads “Preview Themes and Gamer Pictures.” Enjoy!
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    Contain
    Given the Xbox 360’s ability to download extra content and games, you need to
    have somewhere to store everything. The Xbox 360’s hard drive, memory unit, and
    HD-DVD add-on are all great containers for HD content, game saves, demos, and
    everything else you need to get the most out of your system.
    Xbox 360™
    Hard Drive
    The Xbox 360 Hard Drive is an option, yes. You can
    buy the core package or the premium. If you want to
    download multiple games, game demos, movie trailers,
    or additional content, however, there is no way
    around it.
    The beauty of the hard drive, though, is that you
    can also use it to store movies, music, and video
    content that wouldn’t otherwise fit on your computer’s
    hard disk. If you want to get the most out of your
    system, pick one up.
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    You can also change your gamertag from time to time, but we wouldn’t recommend doing
    that, because it costs 800 Microsoft Points each time (not to mention that the new
    gamertag obviously can’t already be in use). If you do, you might as well change it to
    “daddyB1gBucks” or “m0mmaMoneybags.”
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    Check out the
    “Identify Yourself!” chapter for more
    details on your gamer card and profile.
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    Xbox 360 Memory Unit
    Gamers on the go need the Xbox 360 Memory Unit.
    Use it to take your game saves, and smaller Xbox Live
    Arcade titles, to your friends’ houses or to participating
    retail kiosks for bonus content.If you don’t have a hard drive, this little guy is your
    ticket to online gaming and saving game progress. For
    gamers with multiple Xbox 360s (lucky!) it is a neces-
    sity to transport your gamertag from one to the other.
    Xbox 360 ™
    HD-DVD Player
    Play the next wave of high-definition movies through
    your Xbox 360 ™
    with the HD-DVD Player. This accesso-
    ry connects to your system via USB and includes two
    additional USB ports on the unit to extend your system’s
    functionality. More important, it allows you to watch
    HD-DVD discs, which offer a resolution up to six times
    greater than that found on standard DVD. Seeing a
    modern movie playing in 1080p with digital surround
    sound will truly blow you away. If you’re using your
    Xbox 360 to power your home theater setup, this baby
    will take it to the next level.
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    The Xbox 360’s abilities really blossom with a storage
    device. Although the memory unit can store some
    smaller files, the hard drive makes all of the
    following possible.
    > Play original Xbox games.
    > Store multiple arcade games.
    > Download additional game content.
    > Download game demos.
    > Download full-length movies and TV shows.
    > Download movie trailers.
    > Store music.
    > Store photos and other image files.
    > Download multiple Dashboard themes.
    > Makes your saved and downloaded content portable.
    > Create custom playlists.
    > Download game trailers.
    About the only thing it can’t do is make you breakfast.
    Did You Know?
    
    As of now, there is no way to have one active
    gamertag on two different Xbox 360 consoles, so an Xbox 360 Memory Unit is needed to move the gamertag from one to the other.
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    Do not repeatedly recover one gamertag
    across two consoles! This will not only become extremely tedious, it will erase your saves every time!
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    And the List Goes On, and On, and On...
    Microsoft strives to make the best peripherals for
    the Xbox 360, but it realizes it can’t be all things to
    all people. This is where Microsoft’s third-party part-
    ners come in. They offer additional options for your
    Xbox 360, including accessories with features not
    found in Microsoft’s gear, such as controllers with
    very specialized functions, or accessories that come
    at a value price.Microsoft’s official accessory partners are Mad
    Catz, Logitech, Monster Cable, Hori, Pelican, Joytech,
    Big Ben, and Konami.  Here’s a look at some choice third-party gear for
    your Xbox 360.
    Monster Cable
    Monster Cable is the choice for many home theater afi-
    cionados. If you’re looking for premium wiring for your
    Xbox 360, this is the brand to go with. The company
    offers four cable products from its GameLink line for
    the Xbox 360—the 360 Fiber Optic Cable, the 360
    Component A/V Cable, the 360 Component Video and
    Fiber Optic Audio A/V Kit, and the 360 S-Video A/V Cable.  These THX-certified cables feature 24k gold contacts,
    and 8-cut Turbine RCA connectors ensure optimal
    audio and video signal transfer. Nitrogen gas-injected
    dielectric insulators deliver maximum video signal
    strength for the clearest, sharpest picture possible.
    That might sound like geek speak to you, but it
    means that you’re getting cables made from the
    highest-quality materials to ensure the sharpest
    video and the strongest audio.
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    Still have doubts about the HD era? Hollywood doesn’t. Film studios supporting HD-DVD include Universal,
    Warner, Paramount, and Studio Canal, just to name a few.
    Did You Know?
    When shopping for third-party accessories,
    look for the “Licensed for Xbox 360” logo. This symbol lets you know that the product you’re looking at has been tested and certified by
    Microsoft. Certification is a stringent process, and you can trust that accessories that have gone through it will work properly with your
    Xbox 360 and not harm it. Products that do not have the logo may cause damage to your sys- tem and void your console’s warranty.
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    Hori Dead or Alive 4 Arcade Stick
    Fans of fighting games demand an arcade stick, and
    Hori’s Dead or Alive 4 Arcade Stick is the only officially
    licensed product of its kind for the Xbox 360. Even
    though it features a  Dead or Alive 4exclusive design,
    the stick gives you an advantage in  anyfighting
    game. Players looking to get an edge in  Street Fighter
    II: Hyper Fighting online competition, look no further.
    This is a solid stick with an arcade feel.
    Mad Catz Xbox 360™Arcade GameStick
    Admit it. At heart you’re an old school gamer that
    misses the days of joysticks, large colorful buttons,
    and arcade style gameplay. Well, Xbox Live Arcade has
    your gameplay covered, but what about the old school
    arcade controls? Enter Mad Catz.  Their Xbox 360 Arcade GameStick is a perfect mix of
    new school design and old school handling. The large
    joystick is perfect for arcade classics like Pac-Man and
    Street Fighter II, while the turn-dial control surrounding
    the small stick is great for games like  Te m p es t. The
    best part about the GameStick is that it is also a fully
    functional Xbox 360 controller!
    Even More to Consider
    Dozens and dozens more products are available from each of the third-party vendors listed above. They range
    from dance pads from Konami, steering wheels from Logitech, faceplates from Mad Catz, and more. No matter
    what you’re looking for, chances are you’ll find what you want from Microsoft and its official partners. Now stop
    neglecting your Xbox 360! Show it some love.
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