Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter - $69.29 Shipped w/ECA, $76.99 w/out
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Decent deal and well worth the purchase. I got mine for about $50 used. Setup is fairly simple and it's EXTREMELY fast for a wireless device. I can't recall any time that I've had noticeable lag issues. The built-in wireless on my PS3 is a different story, however 
(and by different story, I mean that it's terrible).
(and by different story, I mean that it's terrible).[quote name='morphineseason']Decent deal and well worth the purchase. I got mine for about $50 used. Setup is fairly simple and it's EXTREMELY fast for a wireless device. I can't recall any time that I've had noticeable lag issues. The built-in wireless on my PS3 is a different story, however (and by different story, I mean that it's terrible).[/QUOTE]
Yeah, seemed like an okay deal, but ultimately couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger.
This is the first I've seen of Amazon dropping price to the $70s, so hoping there are further drops around the corner.
(and by different story, I mean that it's terrible).[/QUOTE]Yeah, seemed like an okay deal, but ultimately couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger.
This is the first I've seen of Amazon dropping price to the $70s, so hoping there are further drops around the corner.
RedSoxFaithful
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Really, not that great a deal at all.
In actuality, the Microsoft Xbox 360 adapter is a waste of money. I own one of the ones from the original Xbox, and while it works fine, I really regret that I didn't realize that I could have gotten an alternative at a third of the price.
For instance, this adapter from NewEgg is $15 less than this "deal". And this one, from eCOST.com, is $20 cheaper, shipped. A quick Google search of "wireless gaming adapter" reveals many other cheaper possibilities. I would really recommend not wasting your money on Microsoft's first party adapter- it's overpriced, and just isn't notably better.
In actuality, the Microsoft Xbox 360 adapter is a waste of money. I own one of the ones from the original Xbox, and while it works fine, I really regret that I didn't realize that I could have gotten an alternative at a third of the price.
For instance, this adapter from NewEgg is $15 less than this "deal". And this one, from eCOST.com, is $20 cheaper, shipped. A quick Google search of "wireless gaming adapter" reveals many other cheaper possibilities. I would really recommend not wasting your money on Microsoft's first party adapter- it's overpriced, and just isn't notably better.
[quote name='RedSoxFaithful']Really, not that great a deal at all.
In actuality, the Microsoft Xbox 360 adapter is a waste of money. I own one of the ones from the original Xbox, and while it works fine, I really regret that I didn't realize that I could have gotten an alternative at a third of the price.
For instance, this adapter from NewEgg is $15 less than this "deal". And this one, from eCOST.com, is $20 cheaper, shipped. A quick Google search of "wireless gaming adapter" reveals many other cheaper possibilities. I would really recommend not wasting your money on Microsoft's first party adapter- it's overpriced, and just isn't notably better.[/QUOTE]
What? The next thing you are going to tell me this Monster HDMI cable I paid $150 for is the same thing I can get from Monoprice.com for under $5:lol:.
In actuality, the Microsoft Xbox 360 adapter is a waste of money. I own one of the ones from the original Xbox, and while it works fine, I really regret that I didn't realize that I could have gotten an alternative at a third of the price.
For instance, this adapter from NewEgg is $15 less than this "deal". And this one, from eCOST.com, is $20 cheaper, shipped. A quick Google search of "wireless gaming adapter" reveals many other cheaper possibilities. I would really recommend not wasting your money on Microsoft's first party adapter- it's overpriced, and just isn't notably better.[/QUOTE]
What? The next thing you are going to tell me this Monster HDMI cable I paid $150 for is the same thing I can get from Monoprice.com for under $5:lol:.
[quote name='RedSoxFaithful']Really, not that great a deal at all.
In actuality, the Microsoft Xbox 360 adapter is a waste of money. I own one of the ones from the original Xbox, and while it works fine, I really regret that I didn't realize that I could have gotten an alternative at a third of the price.
For instance, this adapter from NewEgg is $15 less than this "deal". And this one, from eCOST.com, is $20 cheaper, shipped. A quick Google search of "wireless gaming adapter" reveals many other cheaper possibilities. I would really recommend not wasting your money on Microsoft's first party adapter- it's overpriced, and just isn't notably better.[/QUOTE]
I myself use a Linksys WET610N (wireless ethernet bridge) with my 360. I still consider the Microsoft adapter a good product for most. If you buy one and don't need it later on, you can always resell it for $60-80. They always go quickly on Craigslist. The wireless bridges and non-Microsoft gaming adapters are indeed more versatile, but they don't resell as easily.
People should know there are alternatives like that Trendnet for less money, or the Linksys I picked up for a little more. My Linksys even offers wireless N... though I am still using wireless G. If you get a bridge, you can also hook it up to a switch or another router and use it with other devices.
If you just want the Microsoft adapter, anything under $80 is a good deal.
In actuality, the Microsoft Xbox 360 adapter is a waste of money. I own one of the ones from the original Xbox, and while it works fine, I really regret that I didn't realize that I could have gotten an alternative at a third of the price.
For instance, this adapter from NewEgg is $15 less than this "deal". And this one, from eCOST.com, is $20 cheaper, shipped. A quick Google search of "wireless gaming adapter" reveals many other cheaper possibilities. I would really recommend not wasting your money on Microsoft's first party adapter- it's overpriced, and just isn't notably better.[/QUOTE]
I myself use a Linksys WET610N (wireless ethernet bridge) with my 360. I still consider the Microsoft adapter a good product for most. If you buy one and don't need it later on, you can always resell it for $60-80. They always go quickly on Craigslist. The wireless bridges and non-Microsoft gaming adapters are indeed more versatile, but they don't resell as easily.
People should know there are alternatives like that Trendnet for less money, or the Linksys I picked up for a little more. My Linksys even offers wireless N... though I am still using wireless G. If you get a bridge, you can also hook it up to a switch or another router and use it with other devices.
If you just want the Microsoft adapter, anything under $80 is a good deal.
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