planning to buy 360 but need some answer firsts

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#1 SuperPogi
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i've been browsing the net and it appears that the xbox360 had overheating issues at launch.  Is it still an issue even on new units (units manufactured mid 2006)? thanks
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#2 Devallyk
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Don't believe everything you read.
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#3 bolt2448
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dont worry about it keep it in a well ventalated area not on the carpet, give it breathing room and it will live
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#4 Synapse720
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I've had mine since the beginning of April 2006.  I've put a couple hundred hours into the system, including leaving it on overnight multiple times, and have had no problems whatsoever.  A couple of friends who got their systems at launch have been through a couple consoles.  But given my experience, I believe that the console's original problems have been effectively worked out.
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#5 campbell1874
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Also keep the power brick well ventilated and off the carpet.

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#6 atomD21
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So long as it's not on the carpet or closed in a cabinet while in use, overheating isn't an issue.  The real question is "how do I decide which games to get?"  At Best Buy, they're running a deal where if you buy a Premium 360, you get GRAW for free and a $20 gift card (hmmm...the play and charge kit is $20, coincidence?).
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#7 NextGenNow
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Some people have launch units with no problems, other people on their 3rd system...depends when ya got one and if your gonna buy new or used. I'd wait about a month before buying one....some stores still are selling their old ones to make room for the newer models....
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#8 tony_fjellborg
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So long as it's not on the carpet or closed in a cabinet while in use, overheating isn't an issue.  The real question is "how do I decide which games to get?"  At Best Buy, they're running a deal where if you buy a Premium 360, you get GRAW for free and a $20 gift card (hmmm...the play and charge kit is $20, coincidence?).atomD21
The first game to get is Gears of war, then oblivion.. With those two games you will have atleast 100 hours of pure fun..
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#9 killeryoda85
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My 360 was on ,y desk and it packed up! wouldnt even turn on! Microsoft were good enough to replace it but it was a major pain in the backside!
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#10 kingdmudrfrfan1
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dont worry about it keep it in a well ventalated area not on the carpet, give it breathing room and it will livebolt2448

what he said