Typical price: £130
What is it: Add-on unit for playing HD DVD movies through Xbox 360
What we think: Despite a couple of flaws, this affordable drive is the perfect way to get into hi-def
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 4 December 2006
Tags: Microsoft, Microsoft Xbox 360 HD DVD drive, DVD player, tray icon, DVD movies
We like:
Picture quality; incredibly affordable; easy to use; remote control and King Kong HD DVD included
We don't like:
No support for lossless audio; Xbox 360 still makes some noise; awkward styling
You might also need:
Xbox 360; HD Ready TV or projector
CNET UK judgement:
When you balance out the price and performance, this is the best next-gen disc player on the market -- any movie fan with an Xbox 360 and an HD Ready TV should seriously consider buying one. There are one or two minor niggles, and the styling is slightly odd, but overall this is an excellent product for those looking to get into hi-def
Full review:
It's quite amazing to think that the first real HD DVD player to officially go on sale in the UK is an add-on for a games console, and that it costs only £130, but that's what Microsoft and its partner Toshiba have managed to deliver. Continue Reading...
Microsoft Xbox 360 HD DVD drive History
12 Oct 2006 in Crave
Xbox 360 HD DVD drive: Hi-def peripheral
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