More slim Xbox 360 images (and info) to view with your eyes | E3 2010

As announced earlier today, Microsoft unveiled their new Xbox 360 console.  Available now (shipping today) in shiny black, we thought we'd show off a few more images direct from the gang at Microsoft.  We expect to post some images from the show floor, but in the meantime, check out all the angles here and let us know what you think.

Additional info on what's inside this smaller footprint has also been announced.  This isn't just your same ol' Xbox 360 in a smaller (candy) shell; but you're getting some pretty hefty upgrades here.  250gb built-in (but removable) hard drive?  Check.  You want built-in wifi?  You got it, and you're getting 802.11n here people! Oh, and apparently, this thing is whisper quiet, but we've not yet experienced it for ourselveves, but that would make alot of people very happy!  So c'mon, let us know what you think.  Are you going to upgrade your 360 for $299?  I'm heavily considering it.

Microsoft changes Natal (name) and unveils new 360 | E3 2010

A flurry of Microsoft announcements today ladies and gents, most importantly are two key hardware-related news pieces that we feel you'll want to know.  First is the Project formally known as Project Natal, has a new name.  We declare, the Microsoft Kinect! 

I know, I know, I think I'll still refer to it as Natal, sounds more mysterious.  Instead, it fits in nicely with the other recent Microsoft phones, the Kin. 

Secondly, as if you didn't already figure this out based on the image above, is Microsoft unveils a new Xbox 360 console.  Available today, the newly designed (smaller/slim) device has a decidedly "different" look to it.  I can't quite put my finger on it, the shiny-blackness makes it seem just sort of fake?  Is it just me?

Never one to judge before seeing in person, I'll withhold judgment for now.  Too bad we weren't in the audience when they announced, as everyone there will be getting one.  Stay tuned for more details on the new unit.