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PorscheXboxster
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Post Posted: Sun Nov 19, 2006 12:54 am   
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Well, I unpacked my PS3 last night. I really don't care for the glossy black finish because it shows fingerprints just like the PSP. It feels heavier and is a fair amount larger than the Xbox 360. I got it set up without much difficulty... I did need to buy an HDMI cable as none was provided.

For all the hype about how "advanced" the PS3 is touted to be, shouldn't it have come with an HDMI cable??? After it's connected, it thinks it's sending out 1080P and the monitor thinks it's receiving 1080P, so I guess all is good.

OK, I tried to connect to the Playstation online services... oops! My PS3 had out-of-date system software, so I couldn't connect until I updated the system software. Launch day and it's already out-of-date? WTF?

Over two freakin' hours later, it finally finished the upgrade! Once again, WTF? I was even using the ethernet cable, not WiFi!

OK, it's upgraded, now I have to establish an account. After entering data on several pages of forms (which took way too long to load), it asked if I wanted to enter credit card information for online purchases. I chose "YES". Big mistake! I got an error message about being unable to connect to the server. All the freakin' information I entered was LOST! I had to re-enter it.... WTF? I decided NOT to add credit card info the second time around!

Once my account was established, I could go to the Playstation store. I saw a couple of lame games to purchase... one was $7.99 and the other was $9.99. A few game demos, a few trailers/game videos... none compelling.

I hate the menu system of the PS3. If you like the PSP menu system, you'll love the PS3 menu system. Personally, I hate the PSP menu system... it's just not that intuitive.

Speaking of the menu system, there was an item labeled "Internet Browser"... I couldn't read the garbage it displayed on the screen. Too small and not clear enough... on a 65" DLP screen at 1080P! I couldn't figure out how to get the browser to work. Oh well! I guess I'll stick with the HTPC for web browsing for now.

I decided the setup the WiFi connection... it worked quickly and flawlessly! Hurray! This was the one thing that was easier on the PS3 than on the Xbox 360.

I've tried out Ridge Racer 7 & Resistance: Fall Of Man. Ridge Racer is a worn-out series that needs to be retired. Resistance was OK, but not terribly impressive and it had fairly long load times (Xbox 360 load times are too long also). I purchased it only because I'd read some reviews that seemed to indicate it was the best launch game. Maybe it will improve when I get further into it. The graphics were excellent, but there are Xbox 360 games that are better.

The new controller is very light... too light. While I don't want a boat anchor, I do like a controller with a substantial feel to it. It feels like one of those cheap PC controllers Wal-mart sells for next-to-nothing. It came with an EXTREMELY short mini-USB-to-USB cable to charge it... WTF? No chance of playing while charging with that short cable! I bought an additional controller... only $50! gulp!.... it didn't even come with a freakin' cable! My understanding is the rechargeable PS3 controller batteries are not replaceable

I haven't tried out the Blu-Ray DVD movie yet (Talladega Nights... I've already seen it and it wasn't that funny). I did try out my HD-DVD Xbox 360 add-on box and it works very well.

SUMMARY:

Appearance: Xbox 360 gets the edge here. I personally favor the flat white over the glossy black. The PS3 does look more "futuristic" look, it is also quite a bit larger and heavier.

Basic Value: Xbox 360. Microsoft doesn't force you to buy stuff you may not need. Don't need WiFi? Don't buy the add-on. Don't need to play DVDs in HD? Don't buy the add-on. Don't need rechargeable batteries? Use alkaline batteries. If you do decide to buy the rechargeable batteries, you'll get a substantial length of cable.

Online Marketplace: PLEASE! They experiences don't even compare. OK, you DO have to pay for Xbox Live, but it's worth it! Even though the Playstation online experience is free, I'd STILL like my money back!

REJOICE IN YOUR XBOX 360! STILL THE BEST CONSOLE ON THE MARKET!

In less than 4 hours, I'm off to GameStop to pick up my Wii! If the Xbox 360 isn't my favorite console, it will be unseated by the Wii.... not the PS3!

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Post Posted: Sun Nov 19, 2006 1:53 am   
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xbox360 is still the best


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Post Posted: Sun Nov 19, 2006 1:54 am   
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Post Posted: Sun Nov 19, 2006 2:13 am   
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I wish I could say the money I spent on the PS3 was a good investment... oh well! It did save me around $300 because I no longer need to buy a standalone Blu-Ray DVD player.
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Xbox v1.4 Halo
X2.3Blite
4981.06
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Xbox v1.4 Non-Halo
X2.3B
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Post Posted: Sun Nov 19, 2006 5:51 am   
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Hi PorscheXboxster..

Thanks so much for posting your thoughts.. Smile
I have gone to all the effort of adding your story on the 360-hq homepage.. I have also added it to digg.com

Here's some url's..

360-Hq Official News Story:
http://www.360-hq.com/article-1237-thread-1-0.html

Digg.Com News Story:
http://www.digg.com/gaming_news/First_Impressions_PS3_vs_Xbox_360

keep your comments coming people....

I doubt ill be buying a Bluray... Seriously.. I wasted enough money on movies already.. lol

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Post Posted: Sun Nov 19, 2006 8:42 am   
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I just got my Wii set up... I had to update the system software TWO different times... took about 10 minutes each time via WiFi. Some of the channels appear to be inactive at this time... such as news, weather, internet browser.

I purchased 2 Wii points cards... $20.00 for 2000 points... makes the math easy! I entered the 16 digit code... it's all numbers, so it's easy... it seemed to accept the number, but the console appeared to freeze on the screen right before it credits my account. I unplugged the Wii, fired it back up, and I was credited with 2,000 points.

It appears they've only less than 10 games available for online sale right now. There was a Zelda game (SNES I think), Wario Woods, Donkey Kong, Super Mario 64, and a few others. I bought Super Mario 64 (1,000 points or $10). It took about 10 minutes to download. While you are downloading the game, Mario runs across the screen grabbing coins as the download proceeds... interesting, but I could see it getting annoying quickly. For the record, I haven't tried Super Mario 64 out yet.

We've been busy playing Wii Sports and Rayman... they are hilarious to play! It's even fun to watch others play! It was a gas watching my two teenage sons battle it out in boxing. I barely beat them in bowling, but whooped them in baseball. By the way, the images look great even at 480i (the setup wouldn't let me choose 480p for some reason).

The Nintendo Wii is a great value for the money! I'm somewhat disappointed that several of the "channels" are not active yet (see above), but I have faith that Nintendo will come through.

If the Xbox 360 has a competitor to fear, it is the Nintendo Wii. I have no hesitation recommending the 360 over the PS3, but the Wii is a formidable option.... cheap console, very innovative controls, possibly excellent online activities will open up soon (notice I didn't say online gaming), surprisingly good graphics considering the low-tech approach, the games look to be about $10 cheaper... I can't believe my teenage sons would have such a blast with it!

Nintendo has pulled a rabbit out of their hat again! They're going to sell a BOATLOAD of these things! I predict many 360 and PS3 owners will pick one up as their second console.

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The World's Most Awesome Xbox 360 Room
[X X X X X X . . . .]% complete

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Xbox 360 x 2
V1.0???
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Xbox v1.4 Halo
X2.3Blite
4981.06
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Xbox v1.4 Non-Halo
X2.3B
4983.06


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Post Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 5:11 am   
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I'm glad to hear the Wii is so much better than the PS3. I can't wait to get my hands on one, thanks for the information. This would be a great review for the Wii as news items as well!
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Post Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 12:51 pm   
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Greven wrote:
This would be a great review for the Wii as news items as well!


Maybe I'll do a review of the Wii, too. It got lots of use this weekend. A few teenagers were over checking out the new systems. Just like with the PSP and the DS, the PS3 garnered the most initial attention, but once gameplay began, the Wii was the easy favorite. You could hear them laughing their heads off, competing against each other in boxing, tennis, baseball, and golf... they also liked shooting bunnies wih toilet plungers and tossing cows in Rayman Rabid Rabbids.

So far, I've surveyed several visitors who've tried out all 3 of my game systems. The XBOX 360 and the Wii are neck-and-neck, with the PS3 a distant third. Part of it may be the game selection, however. There are very few PS3 games I'm interested in purchasing. I don't really want to re-purchase a title I already have for another console, and I'm just not that into playing NHL, PGA, NFL, or NBA titles... they bore me! So far, I'm just not that into Resistance: Fall Of Man. I'd describe it as "Just like Halo, only not as fun or interesting and with less than dazzling graphics".

I'm planning on buying Call Of Duty 3 (PS3) and Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitx (Wii) today. We'll see how those play out.



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The World's Most Awesome Xbox 360 Room
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Xbox 360 x 2
V1.0???
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Xbox v1.4 Halo
X2.3Blite
4981.06
---
Xbox v1.4 Non-Halo
X2.3B
4983.06


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Post Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 5:17 pm   
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Great! Truly excellent writing.

I was told by Play.com that I was not 1st batch on the Wii so tomorow at 9am when Amazon.co.uk start their pre-orders I'm THERE! I want one at launch so bad!

If anyone can get me a PAL one on December 8th PM me.


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Post Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 6:31 pm   
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im preordering my wii tomorrow at 9 am from amazon!! lol, btw does the wii come with a scart cable ? or do i need to order that seperately


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