External add-on HD-DVD player for the Xbox 360 for <$200

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11-06-06 | 05:28 PM

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I thought there are already new versions of WinDVD and PowerDVD which are new-format ready?

11-06-06 | 05:38 PM

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Well, I just pulled the trigger on this thing from Amazon.com.

I'm still wondering if the new allotments or whatever are going to come with free King Kong. Does anybody know?

I'm wondering the same thing. If it doesn't I'll send it right back.

11-06-06 | 07:05 PM

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I'm wondering the same thing. If it doesn't I'll send it right back.

All launch HDs are coming with King Kong. Are you getting it at launch? Yes? Ok, then yes, it will come with Kong.

11-06-06 | 07:55 PM

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Ok, please report where and when there are in stores....I know tomorrow is the "unofficial" release date. I'm hoping for Best Buy personally for reasons stated earlier....I also don't have much time to hunt, since my wife just had a baby and I'm at home with the new bundle

11-06-06 | 08:37 PM

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Please. Sony has stolen way too much over the years.
The Guide button on the 360 worked...lets include that in our PS3 controller!
Wii has motion sensor...lets incorporate something like that!
N64 has Analog sticks...lets do that with the new updated PS1 controllers!

C'mon.

And what does that have to do with my comment about Micro$oft?

11-07-06 | 12:13 AM

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All of these are supposed to come with Kong for a limited time.I wonder if it will be in package or a mail-in certificate?

Tommorow looks like they should be hitting the stores. The next month is going to be fun fun fun to sit back and watch.

11-07-06 | 01:43 AM

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I'm surprised there aren't more reviews. Is there an NDA on this thing or what?

11-07-06 | 01:44 AM

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All launch HDs are coming with King Kong. Are you getting it at launch? Yes? Ok, then yes, it will come with Kong.

I didn't buy the intial allotment. Many people are wondering this very thing and Amazon doesn't really know what's up either. I'm hoping it does come with Kong, but I'm not holding my breath.

11-07-06 | 02:11 AM

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amazons page changed it now says
Availability: In stock soon. Order now to get in line. First come, first served.
I hope they ship mine out today.

11-07-06 | 02:17 AM

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Well, there's this thread in the forum about the product, but all it will do is confuse you more. I know it confused the heck out of me.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/discussionb...Tx890CQHFKVHSH

It's amazing how sad Amazon.com are, they don't even know what it is they're selling it seems.

11-07-06 | 11:26 AM

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So, I've heard that Gamestop actually has the players in stock today. Why doesn't anyone else have them? Amazon and BestBuy are still listing it for preorder.

11-07-06 | 11:37 AM

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Supposedly the EB I preordered it from says they'll have it today, I'll be happily surprised if that turns out to be true.

11-07-06 | 12:24 PM

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Anyone know what the best deal on a 360 to go with this might be? I know some Walmarts have a console+Burnout bundle available, but anyplace doing something better? Maybe an extra controller or something?

11-07-06 | 12:49 PM

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I believe Circuit City is offering a free wireless controller this week with a system and game purchase.

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11-07-06 | 01:04 PM

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$295 after MIR at FYE B&M. The current promotion for the next couple days is sign up for an Amex Blue card, get a free $25 FYE Gift Card, get a free 1 yr Backstage Pass membership. $399.99 - $40 BP member discount - $40 MIR - $25 GC = $295.

11-07-06 | 02:17 PM

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Does anyone know how accurate Bestbuy.com "In-stock Inventory" locator is? I know they still say NEXT week for this, but I cannot see that happening, I was hoping this week.

11-07-06 | 02:45 PM

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Usually if they have less than 4 or 5 of something in stock, it will show as out of stock. That's been my experience.

11-07-06 | 02:59 PM

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Supposedly the EB I preordered it from says they'll have it today, I'll be happily surprised if that turns out to be true.

And I spoke too soon, I just got a call saying it was bumped to the 12th. That sucks.

11-07-06 | 03:01 PM

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I don't know if it's good or bad that these will likely release the same week as the PS3 and Wii.

11-07-06 | 03:32 PM

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I believe Circuit City is offering a free wireless controller this week with a system and game purchase.

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Thanks guys. Too bad about the release date bump, though.

11-07-06 | 03:50 PM

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Well, someone on teamxbox.com already has it....at least he snapped a digital picture of it. So, they are out there....but WHERE?

11-07-06 | 05:28 PM

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Just noticed that these are in stock at Amazon now. They are estimated to ship in 2-3 days according to the site. Hopefully, the preorders will still ship out tonight.