Thrust, why are you being unsupportive ? He stated that he wanted to get a good gaming console. Look at the state of it, every state of machinery has its lifespan. Even if you get a ferrari, sooner or later, the engine will start to spoil. But yes unfortunately, xbox 360 has a sport lifespan and if youre lucky its even longer since microsoft design new circuit boards to reduce 3rod failures.

And usually lifespan of console are 5-8 years. If you're waiting for the best xbox360 REVISION, that would probably take another 2-3 years, and unfortunately i reckon the community wont be so hyped about current gen, since game companies will start concentrating about next gen consoles.

So, this is the time to buy game consoles,before it is too late.

Ya, I agree with Thrust, at least let TS know that what he will face, the problem may or may not occurs, who knows, Just like me 2 days ago, my xbox suddenly screen distortion while playing game, so shut off then power on no display already, which only used for 9 months (Manufacture date: 31-10-2007), what to do, if still wan to play...I decide to buy a new one, you can see my thread in console garage sales, I'm selling my Faulty Xbox

360s are still prone to RROD. Keep your money in the bank my friend.

vondrake looks like u haven't get hit by 3ROD yet
my first console was 3RODed got it exchanged.. and 2nd one is still working fine till now..
yes i did take good care of it.. and no it doesnt reduces the chance..
many ppl would agree with' me on this one..

so my 2 cents for TS.. if u plan to get Xbox plz be original..
its covered under 3 years warranty..
getting it exchanged is a 5 mins procedure..n yes i had done it myself..
but u must be prepared to go SG for this exchange..

at the end of day with 3ROD in mind, i will still recommend u to buy 360 its a great console.. just be original..