Color Options: Choose Black or White or Whatever?

By Wahyu Tri Cahyono

Wireless is one of leading technologies which is developed at most by many companies today and it is not an exception for Microsoft. Microsoft understands it. Dealing with the customer’s demand on its’ game console, Xbox 360, Microsoft released a wireless controller for the console. Wireless controller allows the gamers to play at their most comfortable position without limitation of the length of the wire. It is also healthier for their eyes because they do not need to stay close to the monitor.

Coming with integrated 2.4 GHz wireless technology, it allows the gamers to play the game from up to 30 feet away. It means about 10 meters. Compare it with the wired ones having only 1.5 meters. The gamers can play from anywhere inside the room and still get good response from the console. Moreover, this wireless controller can be used for both Xbox 360 console and Windows-XP based PC. Just plug the receiver coming with the controller onto USB port on the PC and it can be used for PC gaming. It is also equipped with vibration feedback making the games become more interesting. Nonetheless, Microsoft still pays attention on ergonomic side by implementing an award winning ergonomics design on the wireless controller, so the gamers feel the more comfortable experience when playing the game.

Xbox 360 wireless controller uses two AA batteries or a rechargeable battery pack fitting same slot as the batteries. There are several color options for original products from Microsoft. Choose which one matching the console if you want to buy extra controller separately from the bundle offers.

Read another hot topic here Xbox 360 Hardware & Accessories and Xbox 360 Limited Editions

Buying Guide: Finding out the right refurbished Xbox 360 Console

By Wahyu Tri Cahyono

If you are a fanatic gamer or a good father needs an Xbox 360 on a good price for your kids, consider buying refurbished one. A "refurbished" Xbox means an old floor-model, or an error one that has been fixed, tested and re-quality controlled by the manufacturer. Here is some information about how finding out the right worth-buying refurbished Xbox 360 console.
I am telling the truth, buying refurbished Xbox 360 console (also other electronic equipment) is risky, so It is important to make sure you get a warranty from the company you buy refurbished Xbox from. And don’t forget to ask about their return policy.
Everything you need to know

Microsoft
Why Microsoft? Because Microsoft is the producer of Xbox 360 console, and normally Microsoft gives the best deals at their authorized outlet stores and/or from their official online store. Microsoft ensures that their refurbished products have been supervised and quality controlled before re-bundling for sale. Refurbished products may only have minor damages, like scratches on the outside case.

Online Retailers
There are many online sites selling good and worth buying refurbished Xbox 360 consoles, like:

• eBay.com
• Shopping.com
• Overstock.com
• GameStop.com
• Amazon.com

For another online retailer sites, search using Google.com!

Warranty and Guarantee
Buying refurbished products means that you take a risk with a product. It may not work properly when you operate it at home. So, make sure that the seller we buy from will accept the product if it is found to be damaged.. Before buying, ask about its warranty and return policy. If the warranty does not cover what you think to be important and normal for refurbished product, just pass by on that particular offer and look the other seller and don’t be shy to shop around. It is very important to shop around. You don't want to just cash out on the first deal, simply because it offers low-priced products. Consider these important things when searching for refurbished product, including:

• Its price, cheaper is better
• Reputation, be careful of buying refurbished product from unknown seller, be accompanied and informed by someone knows about the refurbished product and the seller’s reputation.
• check the history, how this product comes into status ‘refurbished’, how its weak-points
• Warranties
• Return and refund polices, is it possible to get your money back if the product doesn’t work well or even damaged?

Tips for Buying a Refurbished Product

• Shop around at a variety of retailers, don’t just cash out on the first deal
• Take the warranty very seriously, including replace or refund policy
• The best price often coincides with the worst warranty, so think deeply about it!
• Always trying to buy from the original manufacturer, it may be the safest way of buying refurbished products.