New accessories have been announced for Xbox 360, including a Halo Special Edition Console, a Messenger Kit for easy text entry, and wireless controllers in fun new colors.
E3 2007
Hot New Accessories for Xbox 360
The Xbox platform of hardware and accessories is thriving with American consumers spending more money on Xbox 360 than on any other next-generation platform. At E3, Microsoft announced Australian/New Zealand availability of the premium Xbox 360 Elite in September, and unveiled several new additions to the hardware and accessories lineup for Xbox 360, all available this holiday season:
Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console —In anticipation of this year's largest blockbuster gamer launch, Microsoft will offer the Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition console. The console features an authentic Spartan green and gold finish and comes with matching Xbox 360 Wireless Controller, 20GB Hard Drive, Headset, Play & Charge Kit, and exclusive Halo 3 Gamer Pics and Theme available via Xbox LIVE download. Available in September.
Xbox 360 Messenger Kit —Chatting with friends and family on Xbox LIVE and Windows XP and Windows Vista-based PCs can now be done using the Xbox 360 Messenger Kit. This device easily connects to any Xbox 360 controller and provides thumb-stroke chat capabilities while maintaining gameplay functionality in one easy-to-hold device. The Xbox 360 Messenger Kit includes a Chatpad and Xbox 360 Headset, and will be available in September. AU$49.95 RRP.
Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers available in festive new colours—Gamers can express their identity with new pink and dark blue Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers. These new colours will be available in October. AU$79.99 RRP.
