Xbox One & Design (Video)
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RebornYeti
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I really like the design. *shrug*
However, the only design that actually matters is the controller design.. Which it appears that they nailed it once again. I can't wait to hold one of those bad boys.
However, the only design that actually matters is the controller design.. Which it appears that they nailed it once again. I can't wait to hold one of those bad boys.
Chittagong
Gold Member
my man!
Nintendo really had a cohesive design language with NES and Super NES. Compared to them Famicom, Super Famicom / PAL Super NES looked like cheap toys. The same angular language carried through everything from NES Advantage to NES cartridge sleeves, Super Scope to Super NES box art. It was real 360 degree branding. The only thing as visionary was Apple's Snow White language.
the purest example of Nintendo's design language are actually the Nintendo AVS prototypes in NYC
NerdEyeBlind
Member
"...the new entertainment system for Xbox."
New Entertainment System
Xbox NES
New Entertainment System
Xbox NES
Hmmm, MS proud of their console...
What else are they going to say. MS are on damage control duty right now. Personally I lean towards BBBB (big, bulky, black box), but until I see the PS4 box I am not going to pass judgment on XBOX ONE.
Davidsons IMO arrogant comment in a recent interview about killing Sony as this years E3, might very well come back and bite MS in the Ass...
(http://www.gamechup.com/microsoft-xbox-one-will-surprise-the-world-at-e3/)
If MS does not soon learn restraint and more importantly to think before speaking, then I fear Sony will walk all over MS at this years E3. Mind you Xbox One might still go on to sell insane amounts of machines, but if MS continues this streak of arrogance and ignorance towards their hardcore custommers, then MS will loose that part of the market. And it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that that's a giant NO NO for a modern console maker, assuming ofcourse that MS intent to dominate next gen.
Seems to me that the only market MS will dominate next gen is the "DudeBro" market...
BTW "The Beta Max" your Xbox NES comment made me laugh so hard I almost fell of my chair. (A little mean though...but very funny... ROFLMAO)
What else are they going to say. MS are on damage control duty right now. Personally I lean towards BBBB (big, bulky, black box), but until I see the PS4 box I am not going to pass judgment on XBOX ONE.
Davidsons IMO arrogant comment in a recent interview about killing Sony as this years E3, might very well come back and bite MS in the Ass...
(http://www.gamechup.com/microsoft-xbox-one-will-surprise-the-world-at-e3/)
If MS does not soon learn restraint and more importantly to think before speaking, then I fear Sony will walk all over MS at this years E3. Mind you Xbox One might still go on to sell insane amounts of machines, but if MS continues this streak of arrogance and ignorance towards their hardcore custommers, then MS will loose that part of the market. And it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that that's a giant NO NO for a modern console maker, assuming ofcourse that MS intent to dominate next gen.
Seems to me that the only market MS will dominate next gen is the "DudeBro" market...
BTW "The Beta Max" your Xbox NES comment made me laugh so hard I almost fell of my chair. (A little mean though...but very funny... ROFLMAO)
Pyramid head
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Is this a thread where people are discussing a video which addresses the design of the system? How about you deal with people discussing the design without telling those you disagree with to pipe down?
The internals of most consoles follow more-or-less the same layout: Disc drive one one half, processor/cooling on the other, and they all manage to do it without literally looking like two separate chunks glued together.
PaperFlame
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I thought they were going to show some of the old designs, boy was I wrong.
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Deleted member 8095
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I like the design. The top of it is a little funky but the front looks nice and that's all I will ever see of it anyway. It's very non-intrusive and will match my tv stand, tv and stereo receiver.
I deal with clients everyday and the more you try to explain technology to them the more bored they get. Normal people don't buy horsepower if horsepower is not exactly what they are looking for, they buy solutions for problems, horsepower means shit nothing.
That isn't the Windows Logo.
Talk of build quality...really?
How can you possibly tell that from videos and pictures?
To everyone hating on the design for it's simplicity and calling it lazy.
The X360 looked good but the design basically caused the entire RROD problem, this design is a reaction to RROD.
This isn't a Roku it needs air to keep it cool and running.
What's important is what's under that grate.
that is microsoft's logo.
gamemadmax
Member
Best looking system
MGS4 gun-metal grey PS3
Pirzolaman
Banned
I want to like it, but I just can't 
Loved the 360 Slim though..
Loved the 360 Slim though..
SenjutsuSage
Banned
On the whole, I think so, too. There have been things like the Dreamcast, for example, that look fantastic, but that was much more of a toyish look than this one. I prefer this look more.
The design is the only thing I like about the Xbox One. I frankly love the aesthetics of it, but I'm like you, a minimalist.
I like the design of box and controller plus some of its exclusives are probably going to be amazing, but if they don't ditch their cocky anti consumer attitude they won't be getting money from me. It's a shame really, apart from having to pay for online multiplayer and a lot of other stuff I love my 360, it's actually my favorite console.
Don't be surprised if the PS4 ends up having some of that DRM too.
If you put any credit into what TotalBiscuit says it sounds like it's inevitable.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2G_f8YBy39M
The Scientist
Member
The more I see it, the more I like it.
Is this what Stockholm syndrome feels like?
Is this what Stockholm syndrome feels like?
LyleLanley
Banned
I'm glad I wasn't the only one who thought of that line.
dragonbane
Member
Man PS3 Phat looks so much better
I don't see how it's that different. It's not ellipse shaped, but it's more sleek.
Really hate the One's design. Oh well...
K
kittens
Unconfirmed Member
Hah, same here. It's the only thing you'll hear me praise about the Xbox One. The console as a whole sounds pretty bad, but the physical design is top notch.
There is nooooo way the PS3 Phat looks better, lol. The thing has always been ugly to me.
Agreed, though I don't really like the two tone nature. Wish it were one or the other. The design itself is nice.
TimeEffect
Member
Ha wow
No. The Halo Reach Slim is pretty nice.
It's the Halo 4 Slim that's ugly & looks like a kids toy.
I have a Reach Slim, I quite like it. Too bad I barely touch my 360 anymore, ugh . . .
SenjutsuSage
Banned
I'm more impressed by their restraint. It doesn't need to be too busy to look elegant and impressive. It looks pretty incredible, I think.
anexanhume
Member
I really like the look of the controller and the box itself, though I think they went a little overly-metaphorical with the 16:9 ratio thing. I also don't see the need for the 50/50 split change in materials. I get the 50/50 split in the way of the grill though.
Man PS3 Phat looks so much better
Exact opposite for me.
BruceLeeRoy
Banned
My god the guitar in the beginning and these guys.
Really not inspiring confidence.
It is actually making me like the aesthetic look of the console though.
Really not inspiring confidence.
It is actually making me like the aesthetic look of the console though.
dreamer3kx
Member
Liquid black magic, jeez, a bit much on the color of the thing, its black.
MikeE21286
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I like the look of the console. I have a feeling I'll like it more than the PS4.
BruceLeeRoy
Banned
I absolutely love the controller segment. It really does look beautiful but this video is awful.
Yeah I am coming around on it.
Yeah I am coming around on it.
BruceLeeRoy
Banned
Boldly Understated
Very smart move to disable the comments
Very smart move to disable the comments
Dark Octave
Banned
And with that said I now have zero problems with the look of the system. If they had to shape it like a shoe in order for me to never have to go through 9 Xboxes again, then I will be more than happy to play Halo 5 on an Air Jordan.How can you possibly tell that from videos and pictures?
To everyone hating on the design for it's simplicity and calling it lazy.
The X360 looked good but the design basically caused the entire RROD problem, this design is a reaction to RROD.
This isn't a Roku it needs air to keep it cool and running.
What's important is what's under that grate.
Well, the teaser Sony released did look a lot like the montage they played when they revealed the Xbone. I wouldn't be surprised if they both look really similar.
It's funny that they mentioned Windows 8. They had this great gaming ecosystem on PC at one point that they actually helped foster. I don't understand why they abandoned it for this. Especially when Windows is the thing that brings the money in.
Don't get me wrong either I'm not saying to abandon the Xbox. What I'm saying is it's clear they want some sort of synergy between the two platforms and it seems to me like a huge missed oppurtunity. Can you imagine if they had been first with a quality Steam like platform integrated into both PC and xbox?
But that's Microsoft for you. One of the most talented work forces in all of tech (really) held back by poor management and poor vision. Been this way for a decade.
Also the console is awful looking. The 16:9 design influence is kind of funny. What in the world does that have to do with building a nice looking box?
Don't get me wrong either I'm not saying to abandon the Xbox. What I'm saying is it's clear they want some sort of synergy between the two platforms and it seems to me like a huge missed oppurtunity. Can you imagine if they had been first with a quality Steam like platform integrated into both PC and xbox?
But that's Microsoft for you. One of the most talented work forces in all of tech (really) held back by poor management and poor vision. Been this way for a decade.
Also the console is awful looking. The 16:9 design influence is kind of funny. What in the world does that have to do with building a nice looking box?
show me your skeleton
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i really like the xbone's aesthetics but by god that music was awful.
dragonbane
Member
I could actually live with the box, but the top looks ugly as sin with the split. I know they did it to avoid another RROD. But still, man, it looks so bad
But cool if you like it. Opinions and all
Silphonica
Banned
I didn't know they created a colour just for xb1.
Also kinect is an RGB camera, 2002 called.
Also kinect is an RGB camera, 2002 called.
Computer
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I agree the design is very sexy. I have a modern style TV/living room and the Xbox One is very modern looking. It does no look like a toy or a Gorge Foreman grill. PS3. What do people want a multicolor octagon with flames all over it?