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Reviews of Microsoft Xbox 360 HD-DVD Drive

Testseek.co.uk have collected 42 expert reviews of the Microsoft Xbox 360 HD-DVD Drive and the average rating is 78%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Xbox 360 HD-DVD Drive.
 
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The editors liked

  • Cheap way to get into full-HD viewing. Simple to use. Built to last
  • Highly affordable
  • Good performance
  • Cheap
  • Able to play high definition movies
  • Picture quality
  • Incredibly affordable
  • Easy to use
  • Remote control and King Kong HD DVD included

The editors didn't like

  • Doesn’t deliver 1080p
  • Despite claims to the contrary. 1080i images flawed. No HD sound
  • You need an Xbox
  • Very noisy
  • Large
  • Wont work on some 1080p televisions
  • No support for lossless audio
  • Xbox 360 still makes some noise
  • Awkward styling

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  Published: 2006-12-02, review by: thegeekbeat.com

  • Abstract:  With HD DVD and Blu-ray players costing upwards of $1000 a pop – assuming you can even find one – what’s a home theater aficionado in search of the highest quality video to do? In a move so un-Microsoft-like that it may trigger identity...

 
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  Published: 2006-11-29, review by: v3.co.uk

  • Abstract:  Add some high-def movie magic to your Xbox console

 
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  Published: 2006-11-27, review by: v3.co.uk

  • Abstract:  A great way for Xbox 360 owners to sample high definition movies

 
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  Published: 2006-11-16, review by: pcper.com

  • Overall, I am really impressed with the new Microsoft Xbox 360 HD-DVD drive. When pairing it with the Xbox 360 console that is connected to an HDTV, adding HD-DVD support is a breeze to setup, easy to use and brings next-generation movie image qualit...

 
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  Published: 2006-11-14, review by: ign.com

  • Abstract:  November 14, 2006 - Almost a year ago at CES 2006, Bill Gates announced during his opening night keynote speech that an HD-DVD add-on drive would be released for the Xbox 360. That was back when we thought the PlayStation3 would be launching much earl...

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  Published: 2006-11-12, Author: Dean , review by: dvdtown.com

  • Abstract:  Nov 12, 2006 History of the Video Game ModuleThroughout the history of video game consoles, the add-on peripheral has never truly been successful. Mattel Electronics and their Intellivision family of consoles and Coleco Industries and their ColecoVisi...

 
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  Published: 2007-07-20, review by: pcauthority.com.au

  • Abstract:  A bargain route to getting HD DVD playback for your PC or Xbox, but there are limitations.

 
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  Published: 2007-03-09, review by: smarthouse.com.au

  • Abstract:  An HD DVD player for $250? Yes, if you already have an Xbox 360. Microsoft has bowled Blu-ray a spin ball with its ‘pocket-money (well, compared to the price of a PlayStation 3) HD DVD drive. Its given Toshibas high-def format a shot in the arm jus...

 
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  Published: 2007-02-02, review by: goodgearguide.com.au

  • Superb image quality, Elegant design, Simple to install, Easy to Use, Low cost
  • Nothing to speak of The Final Word The Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player performs beautifully, is easy to install, intuitive to use and is the cheapest way to experience HD-DVD playback.
  • The Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player performs beautifully, is easy to install, intuitive to use and is the cheapest way to experience HD-DVD playback.

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  Published: 2006-12-28, review by: cnet.com.au

  • Less than a quarter of the price of todays stand-alone HD DVD players, Includes the Xbox 360 Universal remote, Disc-load times were half those of Toshibas current HD DVD players, Two rear USB slots that let you connect USB peripherals
  • doesnt offer HDMI connectivity, so theres no way to output your HD DVDs via HDMI for optimal video and audio quality, No 1080p output via component video
  • While it doesnt offer HDMI connectivity, the Xbox 360 HD DVD player matches up well against stand-alone HD DVD players, and its a relative bargain at AU$249.95. ...

 
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