You asked for a review of the new 360 Slim and your wish is my command.

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Here are the Official Specs:

  • Built-in Wi-Fi: The new Xbox 360 is the only console with 802.11n Wi-Fi built-in for a faster and easier connection to Xbox LIVE. Stream HD movies and TV or download games from Xbox LIVE in 1080p and 5.1 surround sound from anywhere in the house. Compatible with b/g/n networks.
  • Xbox LIVE: Xbox LIVE brings a world of entertainment to you. Instantly stream movies and TV from Netflix–in crystal-clear HD, or download game add-ons like new levels, characters, maps and songs. Easily jump right into online multiplayer fun and play along with friends around the world. Plus, get your favorite music from Last.fm, connect with friends on Facebook® and post Tweets on Twitter. And Kinect will make your entertainment more extraordinary. Imagine controlling a movie with the wave of your hand or video chatting on your TV. Xbox LIVE is your connection to more games, entertainment and fun.*
  • 250GB Hard Drive: The internal, removable 250GB hard drive offers plenty of space to save games, HD TV and movies, music, pictures, game add-ons, demos and more.
  • Kinect Ready: Kinect brings games and entertainment to life in extraordinary new ways- controller NOT required. Easy to use and instantly fun, Kinect gets everyone off the couch moving, laughing and cheering. See a ball? Kick it. Want to join a friend in the fun? Simply jump in. Even control an HD movie with a wave of the hand. Featuring a dedicated, specialized port, the Xbox 360 250GB is built to connect seamlessly with the Kinect Sensor.*
  • Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (black): This award winning, high-performance wireless controller features a range of up to 30 feet and a battery life of 30 hours on two AA batteries.
  • Xbox 360 Headset (black): Chat with friends on Xbox LIVE, or team up and jump in with multiplayer game play.
  • More ports: Connect more accessories and storage solutions with added USB ports. Now with a total of 5, (3 back/2 front) you’ll find more places to plug and play. Plus, in addition to the standard Ethernet port and HDMI output, we’ve added an integrated optical audio out port for an easier connection to the booming sound of your A/V receiver.
What the word on the web is that for $299 and with all of the above, (especially the 250 GB hard drive) it's a great deal. Add the fact that its quieter, cooler and doesn't have the RROD history and you have a winner. I'll be getting one as soon as they have cooled off and are out on the shelves.

I like the idea of using the motion controller for the menu. Trying to get out of the message board after posting a message, then get back to the friends list and over to my game library takes about 25 button hits. After using the touch screen on my phone thats seems like a real nuisance. Waving my hand around and pushing this and that around is just what I'm looking for.

The Wi-fi looks sweet too. Is it game play worthy, I don't know but with all hotels having Wi-Fi it may be worth packing in the suit case to give it a shot.

As we get a better list of games using Kinect, that may bring a whole new reason to get the box and Kinect.

Game on people.