Hooking an Xbox up to a PC monitor

Hooking an Xbox up to a PC monitor
By Duncan Mackenzie
Ok, so if I was dealing with a 360, I could just pick up the VGA output cable... but for some reason, we never made one of those for the original Xbox. Now, I've found some companies that make reasonably priced converters from component ...

HD glimpses: HD movies downloadable on Xbox through XBL

HD glimpses: HD movies downloadable on Xbox through XBL
By Yashpal
One more buzz is on the surface concerning Microsofts HD support to Xbox. The gossip I heard is that the Xbox Live will be deliberately serving Xbox console with providing HD movies for download onto the Xbox. ...

Xbox 360 Review: Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07

Xbox 360 Review: Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07
Blogcritics.org Sun, 05 Nov 2006 7:17 AM PST
Tiger's first round on the Xbox 360 did not turn out well . It had only six courses, scant modes to play, and broken online multiplayer. EA's mea culpa, thankfully, comes this year with Tiger Woods 07 . Not only does the Xbox 360 version offer unique game play mechanics, and a new presentation, but the online play works (after a slight hiccup). Doubling the amount of courses (to 12) is a

Microsoft Correcting 'Live' Update That 'Bricked' Consoles

Microsoft Correcting 'Live' Update That 'Bricked' Consoles
ExtremeTech Sun, 05 Nov 2006 6:09 AM PST
When Microsoft issued their anticipated fall dashboard update on Tuesday, 1080p support wasn't the only new feature, as several use started reporting ERROR CODE E71, which essentially "bricked" their console, rendering it unusable for surfing Xbox Live or playing games -- you know, everything an Xbox 360 is useful for.

Cooking With the XBox 360

Cooking With the XBox 360
Slashdot Sun, 05 Nov 2006 7:14 AM PST
Mr_Congeniality writes "Someone by the name of 'Brett' went all-out to prove how hot the XBox 360 can really get. So hot, the heatsink boils water on contact, but not only that, it can make a delicious meal. Be warned though, this video may not be suitable for those with weak stomachs!"

XNA Game Studio Express Beta

XNA Game Studio Express Beta
Saturday November 4, 2006 1:44 PM EST
With all of the activity last week, I forgot to mention that XNA Game Studio Express Beta was posted last week. You can download the free beta directly here . Via LetsKillDave.com Share:

How to check your battery level on your wireless headset

How to check your battery level on your wireless headset
Friday November 3, 2006 2:58 PM EST
If you are picking up an Xbox 360 Wireless Headset this weekend (now on sale in North America) you may not be aware that there will be a new icon on your guide after you set it up to work with your console.  While you may already have noticed the one on the left for your wireless controller, but after you set up your headset you’ll see another icon for your headset battery level as well. Now you can keep close tabs on the levels of both of your wireless devices with a quick push of the...

 

Xbox Live Activity for week of 10/30

Xbox Live Activity for week of 10/30
Saturday November 4, 2006 8:32 AM EST
All lists are based on World Wide Unique Users on Xbox Live. These lists are based on title usage (while connected to Xbox Live.) Xbox 360 Top Live Titles (UU’s) 1 Splinter Cell Double Agent 2 Call of Duty 2 3 Pro Evolution Soccer 6 4 Madden NFL 07 5 Ghost Recon 3 6 Saints Row 7 Tony Hawk's Project 8 Demo 8 Final Fantasy XI 9 Marvel Ultimate Alliance 10 Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 07 Top Arcade Titles (Full Versions) 1 Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 2 UNO 3 LUMINES...

Thomson Consumer Electronics and xBox HD DVD players at CompUSA.

Thomson Consumer Electronics and xBox HD DVD players at CompUSA.
By Robert D(vBulletin)
Thomson Consumer Electronics? Must be the RCA HD DVD player. Anyway both are already sold out. http://www.compusa.com/products/products.asp? N=0&Ntt=HD%20DVD&Ntk=All&Nty=1&D=HD%20DVD&Dx=mode%20matchall.

 

Microsoft's Xbox Hacking Fix Backfires

Microsoft's Xbox Hacking Fix Backfires
With the Fall software update for the Xbox 360, a few gamers got an unexpected surprise along ... The message "ERROR CODE E71" has appeared on approximately one percent of all consoles, essentially preventing Xbox Live use or gameplay. ...