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When Microsoft launched the Xbox 360 in late 2005, it was one heck of a product. Everything from the design, the software, the games, the high-def-ness... was fantastic. But that was three-years-ago, and now upgrades need to be made to help things keep fresh and to also make the experience an even better one. It's with that, that a complete Dashboard overhaul is coming our way, and a CNET blog takes a thorough look at all of what's new.
The most noticeable change with the new Dashboard is the design. Gone are the days of blades and in with pages that you can flip through, similar to looking at different albums on an iPhone. Interaction with other players is another huge feature, with the addition of "channels", a feature that will allow you to hook up and chat with people even if you are playing a different game.
Following the insane popularity of Mii's on the Wii, another important feature will be the addition of highly customizable avatars. You'll be able to build yourself and change everything, from clothes, eyes, face, et cetera. There's a lot more on the way, and I can't wait to see it. I've never really been a fan of the typical UI that shipped with the console, but these changes look fantastic.
To begin with, players can choose an avatar from a large selection that run onto the screen looking like a group of school kids, each dressed differently and sporting diverse hair styles and skin color. Don't like that group? Move on to the next one. And on and on, until you find one you like. Each group is presented randomly, and within the group, individual avatars seem to try to get your attention by jumping up and down and raising their hand.
Source: Gaming and Culture Blog
The most noticeable change with the new Dashboard is the design. Gone are the days of blades and in with pages that you can flip through, similar to looking at different albums on an iPhone. Interaction with other players is another huge feature, with the addition of "channels", a feature that will allow you to hook up and chat with people even if you are playing a different game.
Following the insane popularity of Mii's on the Wii, another important feature will be the addition of highly customizable avatars. You'll be able to build yourself and change everything, from clothes, eyes, face, et cetera. There's a lot more on the way, and I can't wait to see it. I've never really been a fan of the typical UI that shipped with the console, but these changes look fantastic.
To begin with, players can choose an avatar from a large selection that run onto the screen looking like a group of school kids, each dressed differently and sporting diverse hair styles and skin color. Don't like that group? Move on to the next one. And on and on, until you find one you like. Each group is presented randomly, and within the group, individual avatars seem to try to get your attention by jumping up and down and raising their hand.
Source: Gaming and Culture Blog