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[sector4]

It has a classy look about it. Something that fits right in with a home entertainment set up.


Not that the ps4 looks bad, but xbone looks better.

Put a gamecube with a classy setup and its a mess.

Mmm yeah, gotta disagree sorry It reminds me of a huge VCR, rather than a classy bit of electronics.

The white xbox one looks very modern and really aesthetically pleasing. I would say it's the best looking console out right now.

That looks nicer, but it doesn't change my mind about the design.

Lol @ this looks better than that. Opinions are opinions, there is no fact as to which one looks better.

However, I do hope they have an all black (matte).

Haha good point, and yes please for the love of god. My XB1's shiny side was scratched to shit just by wiping dust off it :| please have a matte black version.

 

[Souless_PJ]

Black? White stuff doesn't blend nice in entertainment centres.

 

[TK-421]

If it has 4K bluray and a decent trade in promotion at gamestop I'm in.

 

[Equanimity]

It has a classy look about it. Something that fits right in with a home entertainment set up.


Not that the ps4 looks bad, but xbone looks better.

Put a gamecube with a classy setup and its a mess.

I'm not so sure about that. Xbox One looks like a horizontal work pc.

 

[ThoseDeafMutes]

Disagree, the x1 is the most un-imaginative design thee is with a huge power brick to book. It's a rectangle. The ps4 design is vastly better.

A lot of the most beautiful consumer electronics ever are "just rectangles". The XBO has a consistent visual design language between the box, the controller and even down to the power brick and HDMI cable. I bought the two consoles within a couple of months of each other and was kind of shocked at how much nicer and more premium the XBO looked when setting it up. The single mark against the hardware's aesthetics is that it's unfortunately large.

The XBO slim is solving the size issue / making the power brick internal which is nice, although I think it's a step backwards in aesthetics.

 

[ascii42]

Yes, but that's the 2TB version. Surely they're planning to sell a 500GB or 1TV SKU as well?

Perhaps, but I'd think they'd need a version without UHD Blu-ray as well if they want a cheap option.

 

[Dinjooh]

Looks quite good. Anxiously awaiting to see if there's a dark version.

 

[ethomaz]

I'm not understanding the context of this picture.

From what I understood it was take at E3 after the leak Xbox S and Phil is suppose mad because he was told about the leak.

It can be only coincidence too... probably.

 

[newtypepilot]

lol still look slike a VCR player though

 

[Caayn]

Well, here's another anecdote. My PS4 also runs quietly. Whenever I'm done, I put it away in a backpack which helps prevent dust buildup. A bit of a hassle, but the main point is that how you take care of your console definitely matters.

You do realize that the moment when the most amount of dust gets inside an electronic device is when it's turned on right?

The airflow sucking in new air, and with it dust, does more harm than having it on display will ever do.

 

[geordiemp]

Shrinking current chips to 14nm FF is quite hard due to different gate design. That's one of the reasons the Neo and Scorpio exist. (if you're going through all that effort might as well make a revision)

Hence my post, if its the same chips, a smaller chassis will just be a bit more noiser and kinda pointless.

If it has a 4k BR player thats nice though...but still confused.

 

[Apathy]

So this Gamestop leak specified a 2TB Xbox One for $449. If that's the Slim (which very much seems to be the case) then that seems kind of backwards. Slim consoles are usually cheaper than their original versions, no?

If this thing is 449 that would be DOA.

 

[nhlducks35]

Well, here's another anecdote. My PS4 also runs quietly. Whenever I'm done, I put it away in a backpack which helps prevent dust buildup. A bit of a hassle, but the main point is that how you take care of your console definitely matters.

Right, like I'm going to put my PS4 in a backpack every time I'm done playing

 

[ethomaz]

Right, like I'm going to put my PS4 in a backpack every time I'm done playing

You don't need that... mine has dust and it still quiet.

 

[icespide]

Well, here's another anecdote. My PS4 also runs quietly. Whenever I'm done, I put it away in a backpack which helps prevent dust buildup. A bit of a hassle, but the main point is that how you take care of your console definitely matters.

are you actually suggesting that putting your PS4 in a backpack whenever you aren't using it is a reasonable thing to do?

 

[3DShovel]

are you actually suggesting that putting your PS4 in a backpack whenever you aren't using it is a reasonable thing to do?

Wait, you guys don't do that...?

Spoiler

lol

 

[KinofChaos]

A lot of the most beautiful consumer electronics ever are "just rectangles". The XBO has a consistent visual design language between the box, the controller and even down to the power brick and HDMI cable. I bought the two consoles within a couple of months of each other and was kind of shocked at how much nicer and more premium the XBO looked when setting it up. The single mark against the hardware's aesthetics is that it's unfortunately large.

The XBO slim is solving the size issue / making the power brick internal which is nice, although I think it's a step backwards in aesthetics.

I disagree, the PS4 is as consistent and has a better design, half the size, and no power brick and is also easier to clean due to the vents that are all around the chasis. Way better design. How is the controller in X1 better designed with the box compared to PS4? Half of Aesthetics is visual design and the large rectangle is poor at the best of times. As soon as I saw x1 first thing I said was 1980's large VCR.

 

[tuna_love]

i vac seal my ps4 after every use

 

[EBE]

looks nice but as long as my day one console still works i wont be upgrading.
4k video doesnt interest me at this point

 

[Sarobi]

This thread is now about:

- Loud PS4's
- Putting PS4's in backpacks
- My plastic box is more attractive than your plastic box
- DID I MENTION MY PS4 IS LOUD??

 

[PumpkinSpice]

This looks really slick.

 

[MrFlooD]

Even if that Gamestop list is real. Most likely place holder pricing. Look at the date, definitely place holder.

I suspect it will launch between $299-$350. Multi game offers will be used to clear existing stock without dropping price further.

 

[sector4]

A lot of the most beautiful consumer electronics ever are "just rectangles". The XBO has a consistent visual design language between the box, the controller and even down to the power brick and HDMI cable. I bought the two consoles within a couple of months of each other and was kind of shocked at how much nicer and more premium the XBO looked when setting it up. The single mark against the hardware's aesthetics is that it's unfortunately large.

You raise some really good points, I forgot about how unpacking the Xb1 felt really premium. The packaging was all really well considered, almost Apple like. Also as you mention, even the smallest things, like the hdmi cable aren't just standard parts, they went all out.

 

[WouldYouKindly]

Not gonna lie that looks sex but since ps4 is my primary ill keep my obease one

 

[Souless_PJ]

i vac seal my ps4 after every use

I take my PS4 back to the shop after every use - can't be too safe lol

 

[Silent Chief]

Xbox Tartan.

Slimming pattern.

 

[Caleranatior]

Yes, but that's the 2TB version. Surely they're planning to sell a 500GB or 1TB SKU as well?

That would make sense, but what price would they be? If a 500GB model is cheaper than the standard one then it would be a huge premium just for a larger hard drive.

 

[EvB]

So this Gamestop leak specified a 2TB Xbox One for $449. If that's the Slim (which very much seems to be the case) then that seems kind of backwards. Slim consoles are usually cheaper than their original versions, no?

People in the know have already said that was not the case

 

[Oxn]

i vac seal my ps4 after every use

I open my ps4, and reapply the thermal after every use.

 

[blue_phazon]

A lot of the most beautiful consumer electronics ever are "just rectangles". The XBO has a consistent visual design language between the box, the controller and even down to the power brick and HDMI cable. I bought the two consoles within a couple of months of each other and was kind of shocked at how much nicer and more premium the XBO looked when setting it up. The single mark against the hardware's aesthetics is that it's unfortunately large.

The XBO slim is solving the size issue / making the power brick internal which is nice, although I think it's a step backwards in aesthetics.

Word.

I remember thinking the PS4 looked amazing when it was revealed, but when I saw one in person, it looked cheap as hell. I think it has something to do with the plastic quality. It's not as noticeable on the white PS4 though

 

[Caayn]

A lot of the most beautiful consumer electronics ever are "just rectangles". The XBO has a consistent visual design language between the box, the controller and even down to the power brick and HDMI cable. I bought the two consoles within a couple of months of each other and was kind of shocked at how much nicer and more premium the XBO looked when setting it up. The single mark against the hardware's aesthetics is that it's unfortunately large.

The XBO slim is solving the size issue / making the power brick internal which is nice, although I think it's a step backwards in aesthetics.

Agree. It somewhat surprised me how everything clicked together design wise when I opened my box in 2013.

 

[family_guy]

Yeah now that Neo is 2017, I might get this just to tide me over on the 4k bluray front.

Price and timing is everything, though.

I thought people liked Neo being 2017...

Since when?

 

[kikonawa]

so they turned it into a ps4

 

[cosmicstarbeast]

lol still look slike a VCR player though

I like the fact that MS went with a "Safe" design with the X1. I like both designs, but PS4 looks like it just came off fresh from the IKEA store.

 

[WadeitOut]

Since they put a placeholder date on that SKU sheet I wonder if they just put a guesstimate price on it as well. Or misheard the CAD or BP price or something.

 

[RichiRamjag]

I did, I don't remember it being loud at all.

Same, and I was putting in a LOT of time with ol shenmue

 

[Kyoufu]

That would make sense, but what price would they be? If a 500GB model is cheaper than the standard one then it would be a huge premium just for a larger hard drive.

Sony/Microsoft charge a large premium for bigger drives all the time so I wouldn't be surprised.

 

[J-Rzez]

If it is 4k/hdr, black, and a decent price I will consider. Your move Sony.

 

[EvB]

Since they put a placeholder date on that SKU sheet I wonder if they just put a guesstimate price on it as well. Or misheard the CAD or BP price or something.

A placeholder name and a place holder price

 

[Theonik]

Hence my post, if its the same chips, a smaller chassis will just be a bit more noiser and kinda pointless.

If it has a 4k BR player thats nice though...but still confused.

Current chasis is quite wasteful space wise. They could fit better cooling in a better form factor and power can also be improved upon without revising the chip. Or they might have shrunk it anyway.
This looks to still be larger than the current PS4. As for 4K BD we don't know right now. 4K Netflix and HDR are nice on their own though.

 

[WouldYouKindly]

People in the know have already said that was not the case

Outch didnt expect that at all thats a lil off setting

 

[KinofChaos]

Word.

I remember thinking the PS4 looked amazing when it was revealed, but when I saw one in person, it looked cheap as hell. I think it has something to do with the plastic quality. It's not as noticeable on the white PS4 though

Huh? Cheap how? The console, itself has a premium feel to it.

 

[DangerMouse]

Since they put a placeholder date on that SKU sheet I wonder if they just put a guesstimate price on it as well. Or misheard the CAD or BP price or something.

Yeah, I could see this since these places do placeholder stuff all the time.

i vac seal my ps4 after every use

LOL

 

[Jal]

Will need to see IRL pics, everything looks shit to me in these render type shots.

 

[tuna_love]

I take my PS4 back to the shop after every use - can't be too safe lol

I open my ps4, and reapply the thermal after every use.

good to see some of us actually care for our electronics

 

[jelly]

It would be a lot nicer without the black bottom part, always thought that similar design was horrible on PlayStation 2,3 and the holes are a bit extreme.

 

[Altered Juice]

Going to need that controller asap. Been waiting two years for this shit.

 

[Elitist1945]

It would be a lot nicer without the black bottom part, always thought that similar design was horrible on PlayStation 2,3 and the holes are a bit extreme.

Agreed. Although the 60GB PS3 used the bottom part to great effect and made the console look like it floated.

 

[III-V]

Looks are nice, HDR ^^, and if there is a 4K BD player inside it could be a good seller. I agree they need to keep the price down.

 

[Deadly Joker]

I really hope this thing has a similar retail release as the Xbox 360 S had. they announced it on Monday and it was out in stores in less than a week.

I can only hope...