Packetswitched has taken a very close look at the media-centric features of the Xbox 360:
Yes, it was pretty damn cold in line yesterday morning, but it was arguably worth it, and we’re talking mostly about the media-centric features of XBOX 360.
Here’s a closer first look at all the action, and we have to say right up front that Microsoft is neither kidding, nor over-positioning, when they say this isn’t just a game box. Especially if you own a Media Center Edition PC, XBOX 360 is a must-have companion.
What we’ll be taking a look at:
- Out of the box
- Wireless controller sync
- Media set-up (XBOX 360 and PC)
- Media Center interface
- My Pictures
- My Music
- My Videos (incl. streaming High Def Windows Media!)
- Online Spotlight (Movielink, MTV, XM, Live365, Reuters)
- DVD playback
- Quick word on games (PGR3, Amped 3, Tiger Woods 2006)
- BOTTOM LINE
Read the full article [here].