IGN have written up a review on the new Xbox 360 controller. As many have proclaimed its greatness, the controller unsurprisingly gains a 9.0 rating, out of 10.

Though it’s not really a technical review and reads more like commentary, they cover all the bases pretty well.

The main thing in my mind, is the wireless reliability. Seems like they’ve had no problems here either.

“Microsoft is touting the wireless capabilities of the 360 controller pretty seriously, and with good reason. After plenty of use on our part, we’ve never had the wireless connection drop out, and once you get used to the freedom of wireless, it’s hard to go back. ”

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Teamxbox give us the lowdown on the wireless adapter. Looks like a winner for the job.

Features:
USB interface (no power supply needed)
802.11a 802.11g 802.11b compatible
Attaches right to the rear of the 360 console

Setup involves plugging it in, snapping it to the console chassis, and selecting your network from the System blade.

They have used it for a week with “No interferences, no glitches, no interruptions at all. ”

Only downside? This unit costs more than a wireless bridge, which would do the job as well. However, you won’t get the slick design that matches your 360.

If you need wireless, definitely take a look at this adapter.

Overall rating 9.5/10


Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter Review (Xbox 360)

Here’s something you can’t do with an ipod - play digitally protected tracks on your xbox 360.

“We’re excited about the great experience consumers will have when they plug their iriver H10 into their Xbox 360,” said Enrique Rodriguez, vice president, Xbox Partnerships at Microsoft Corp.

“The deep integration between Xbox 360 and the iriver H10 provides customers with access to the entire breadth of Windows Media-enabled music offerings including portable subscription and further advanced user options for customizing their game play experience.”

So, you can listen to your ripped music, as well as any subscription content you have on your iRiver H10. Good stuff.

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So, you picked up a 360 Core, and can’t find a hard drive for those game saves and xbox live account.

Well, you might as well get the memory unit to hold you over. They are readily available, and will do what you need until you can find a harddrive unit.

Find one here:

I’m looking forward to the new MC2 wheel from Madcatz, for the 360. It’s coming soon.

• Features vibration feedback technology
• Double injected steering wheel with rubber coating
• 10 High-performance action buttons provide superior control
• Retractable leg supports put you in the driver’s seat and keep you there
• Vertical vector design means when you throttle up, the pedals won’t take off
• Officially licensed for Xbox 360

I can’t wait to see how this thing measures up.

Xbox 360 MC2 Racing Wheel