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Team Smartxx released the full range of manuals/guides to install their new SmartXX(info) v3 modchip:
* Xbox v1.0-v1.5: quick guide | full manual(pdf)
* Xbox v1.6x: quick guide | full manual(pdf)
* Xbox v1.6 with Spider16: quick guide | full manual(pdf)

Official Site: http://www.smartxx.com

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Team xecuter released a new version of the X3IR Manager(info), a tool that allows you to change the settings of the X3IR addon on your windows PC (via serial cable).

They also released updated guides/tutorials for installation and usage of the X3IR addon:
* X3IR Front Panel Install: Download(pdf)
* X3IR Programming Instructions: Download(pdf)
* X3IR Features and Use: Download(pdf)

Official Site: http://www.teamxecuter.com
Download X3IR Manager v1.2: here
Buy X3IR: Divineo.com, Divineo.co.uk, Divineo.se, Divineo.es, Divneo.de

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T3CH released a new CVS compile of XboxMediaCenter(info).
This T3CH-compile is a BAREBONE package (with just a few thirdparty scripts and with just the default skin) compiled with XDK v5849.

Here’s the added/updated stuff from the changelog since the 2006-01-29 CVS release:
* added: <spinfont> tag to list, thumb and textboxes.
* added: id attribute to controlgroup, and ControlGroup(group).HasFocus(control) conditional - see online manual for more details.
* added: Zoom effect to skin engine. See online manual for more details.
* added: support for sub_load <subtitle> slave command for mplayer.dll
* added: Better handling of multi-line label controls using . See online manual for more details.
* added: possibility to load debug symbols for dlls
* added: Rotation effect. See online manual for more information.
* added: auto disable unsupported streams in dvdplayer
* updated: ffmpeg for dvdplayer
… rest of changelog (including many fixes): here.

XML Files Changes:
* Changes to XboxMediaCenter.xml: new music extension (.hps)
* Changes to Keymap.xml: More consistent keymapping in fullscreen views (slideshow,video, visualisation)

Keep in mind this is a CVS snapshot of the current development tree. It’s not an official (stable) point release. Use only if you know what you are doing.

Official Site: http://www.xboxmediacenter.com / http://sourceforge.net/projects/xbmc
Discussion Forum Thread: forums.xbox-scene.com
Download Binaries: n/a (built with XDK) | Download SourceCode: here

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From joystiq.com:
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We searched Amazon, Buy.com, and Wal-Mart.com and could not find an original Xbox console for less than $170. All of the consoles found at these sites came bundled with Forza. Why has Microsoft chosen to restrict (or discontinue) the supply of core Xbox systems [$149] at exactly the moment when console manufacturers have tended to drop prices?

The Xbox is installed in fewer than 25 million homes worldwide versus the PlayStation’s estimated install base of around 100 million. At this point, no sane third-party developer or publisher is going to release an exclusive for the Xbox given the lower overall demand for Xbox games. It’s also unlikely that Microsoft is going to force its first-party developers to pour resources into a last-gen console at a time when the Xbox 360 needs and requires 100% of internal support. Given the situation, the game is no longer about Xbox vs. PS2 sales. Any additional support of the original Xbox in the form of games or even price subsidies would be counterproductive.
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Read More: joystiq.com

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WiSo released a new version of dvd2xbox(info).
What’s new/fixed:
* fixed: games weren’t launched when started via the game manager
* fixed: DVD size might get incorrect if DVD was inserted before dvd2xbox was started
* fixed: ftp server file corruption when transfer files from xbox to PC
* added: simple character based scrolling for text, menu and browser items (not in use yet)

Official Site: http://dvd2xbox.xbox-scene.com
Download Binaries: n/a (built with XDK)
Download Sourcecode: here
News-Source/Full Readme: xbins.org

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ShALLaX released a new version of Gentoox Resctoox(info):
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Two releases in one day? Is it Christmas again ;)? Here is Resctoox v3.0 the only change in this release is that networking options can be specified in the append line, the format is as follows:
nettage:IP:NETMASK:GATEWAY
Or, if you want DHCP:
nettage:DHCP (note that DHCP must be in capitals).
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Official Site: http://gentoox.shallax.com
Download: here

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ShALLaX released a new version of Gentoox Loader(info):
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After 3 or so hours of toil I proudly present Gentoox Loader v6.03. With this version comes a great new feature called “Net Boot”. “How is this different to Web Boot?” I hear you say. Well, the naming scheme gives it away to some extent. Anything “Net*” is where the Xbox is the server, anything “Web*” is where the Xbox is the client. Web Boot allows the Xbox to download a kernel and boot it, Net Boot allows the user to upload a kernel and initrd to the Xbox and boot it.

*Update1* I’ve just realised I haven’t included the updated manuals with this release and there is a typo on the first Net Boot page. I’ll upload v6.03a now.
*Update2* 3 more attempts(v6.03c), it took me (you can tell I’m ill, can’t you!)… but here it is - hopefully typos and bugs fixed. Enjoy.
*Update3* I probably gave away that there was going to be a Loader v6.04 pretty soon… but here it is. This features a partial re-write of Web Boot. Packlets have been abolished, instead it asks you for paths to a kernel, an initrd and an append.txt file. See the README for more details.
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Official Site: http://gentoox.shallax.com
Download: here (or via magic and eventually by Gentoo Loader WebUpdate (once it has spread through the mirrors))

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Team xecuter sent us the first public release of the X3IR Manager.
This will allow to modify and flash your X3IR addon settings (see news item below for pictures, info and features of this addon).
Settings currently are:
* Allow Power ON: yes/no
* Power Button Push Delay Mod On: x msec (depending on modchip you are using, you might have to change this)
* Power Button Push Delay Mod Off: x msec
* Turn On with Mod Enabled: remote button code (there’s an easy ‘Learning Mode’ to add new button presses from different remotes)
* Turn On with Mod Disabled: remote button code
* Turn off: remote button code
* Read Settings
* Write Settings

With Default Settings and Xbox remote:
* Select button -> Turn On Xbox, Modchip Enabled
* Display button -> Turn On Xbox, Modchip Disabled
* Press ‘0′ button 3x -> Turn Off Xbox

They also sent us some new install bits. How to install it in the X3CP (and X3PS is similar) was already available here.
Here’s a guide package that includes:
* How to connect the 3 wires (GND/3.3v/3.3v standby) in the PSU points (not explained in X3CP-guide above, but required) UPDATE: the color of the wires on the picture don’t match the retail X3IR … cactusbob posted the info: Black = Ground, Red = +3.3v Standby and White = +3.3v.
* X3IR Programming Instructions
* X3IR Feature and Usage

Official Site: http://www.teamxecuter.com
Download X3IR Manager v1.1.10: here
Download Guides: here

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We received samples of the Xecuter(info) X3IR addon from Divineo (Divineo.co.uk, Divineo.se, Divineo.es have them in stock already). Here are some quality pictures of the device (click for high-res version).

The full set … as temp promotion you’ll also get a ‘X3 Pro Switch’ with it, mine was crystal. It comes with all wires you need, the main PCB, the Programmer PCB, the IR ‘eye’ and 3x dualside adhesives to keep all these in place.

On the left the X3IR main PCB, on the right the (serial) programmer part that will allow you to update the device (this will allow more/new features)

More Pictures:
* X3IR Package: Low-Res | High-Res
* IR ‘eye’ placed into Pro Switch: Low-Res | High-Res
* Close-up IR ‘eye’ + wire: Low-Res | High-Res
* Main PCB Picture2: Low-Res | High-Res

This list of features in case you missed it:
* Turn ON and OFF the XBOX with the XBOX Dvd remote control, and any RCA DVD compatible remote (and there are hundreds of these Wink )
* Enable/Disable Modchip upon boot.
* User programmable buttons for all functions, such as wich button turns on the xbox or turns it off
* Safety Off ™ makes sure you press the ‘OFF’ button 3 times before turning off the xbox to prevent unintended xbox shutdown
* Blue status led
* Compatible with any modchip
* Perfect-Press ™ - The length of emulated press of front panel ‘Power’ button can be finely tuned to work with any modchips’ needs (ie. long press is 100msec - mod on, short press is 10msec - mod off)
* Easy to use programming software
* Learning functionality allows virtually any remote control to be used

If you need the installation instructions (shown for X3CP, but as picture above shows it’s similar using the X3 Pro Switch), they are available here.
Official Site: http://www.teamxecuter.com

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TeamXecuter(info) sends Kudos to The Specialist who managed to hack the DVD firmware of the original Xbox earlier this week. If you missed the news, check it out here.
From teamxecuter.com:
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This last week has seen the fruits of a massive amount of work by “The Specialist” over at xboxhacker.net - he managed to hack the DVD firmware to enable and Xbox (1) to play backups with no need for a modchip or softmod. Although this type of hack is restricted to the machines own region and none homebrew, however its fine work and we can imagine how he felt when he acheived this - we’ve had many of those times ourselves in the past.

Congrats and kudos - ignore the idiots TS, the majority of the scene appreciate your efforts.
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From teamxlink.co.uk:
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Mimesis(info) is a free service that allows you to download modded game maps and other content for your favorite XBox games, including Halo 2. Full information on how to install and use Mimesis is available on their website: www.projectmimesis.com

The folks at XBox Live won’t let you play homebrew content on their service. So we’ve (XLink Kai(info)) set up dedicated Mimesis arenas for Halo 2, Ghost Recon 2, Star wars: Battlefront, and Rainbow Six: Black Arrow. Head over to www.projectmimesis.com and breathe new life into some classic XBox games!
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Some new content has been released on Project Mimesis aswell:
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Cable Room (Halo2)
While on recon, this structure suddenly broke loose, leaving it spiraling down in a free-fall. Regain control or die.

This machine conversion from single player to multiplayer is absolutly stunning. Pyroman, did an excelent job with this mod even putting in the extra hours to support all of the game types! KOTH on this map is going to kick some serious butt. Enjoy!
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Official Site: http://www.teamxlink.co.uk and http://www.projectmimesis.com

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A new version of ‘Auto-Installer Deluxe’ has been released. It’s a CD that allows you to easily setup your Xbox and install many homebrew programs. From xbox-hq.com:
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Here is the final version of Auto-Installer Deluxe. This version mainly is just a compliation of the original AID 2.0 (with the 2.02 Update patch) and some newer releases.
This time around I’ve even included a new dashboard (AnodX) and also a custom 128mb version of MAME (for all you DreamX freaks out there). I’ve also finalised Softmod Installer Deluxe 3 Lite (SID 3 Lite) which is also in the installer.
Why have I decided to call this version a final? Mainly because I don’t really see much point in bringing out another installer until the new console, everything that you would want to install on your Xbox is here, and in it’s most up-to-date versions.

What’s new/fixed:
* Added: SID 3 Lite, installable via the Advanced Options menu.
* Dashboards Added/Updated: Anod-X(info) v1.02.1 ; Avalaunch(info) 0.49.3 Build 142
* Software Added/Updated: dvd2xbox(info) 0.6.8 ; FBAxxx(info) 2005-07-23 ; MAMEoX(info)128 Plus 2005-07-26 ; ScummVMx(info) 0.71 ; Softmod Installer Deluxe v3.0 Lite ; XboxMediaCenter(info) 2005-07-31
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Official Site: http://www.xbox-hq.com
Download: n/a (contains files built with XDK)

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From readme/nfo:
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FBA-xxx Pro is a a derivative build of FBAxxx(info), the main purpose of which is to add support for the latest and most accurate ROMsets available to the emulation scene. A great many changes and additions have been made to the rather outdated sets supported by the original build, including new parents, new clones, new bootlegs, support for both encrypted and decrypted Neo-Geo sets, as well as the latest CPS and other set updates from MAME. Alot of new code has been added to improve the accuracy of the emulation, there are some minor tweaks and bugfixes to the emulator itself, and a new default skin (a modified version of the excellent Fighter skin by Duracelleur) is included.

Both Romcenter and ClrMAMEPro DATs can also be found in the package so please make use of them to ensure the ROMsets you have are the ones FBA-xxx Pro requires. And don’t forget you’ll also need the Neo-Geo bios set (neogeo.zip) in your ROMs folder.
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Official Site: 1emulation.com
Download: n/a (built with XDK)
Full Readme: xbins.org

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Team Xbox-Linux released a new GNU diff-style patch for the 2.6 linux kernel.
That will allow you to upgrade your Xbox Linux distro with 2.6 kernel to the latest 2.6.15 linux kernel.

Official Site: http://www.xbox-linux.org
Download: here

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From TheSpecialist on xboxhacker.net:
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Yes! I’ve just played a backup DVD on a XBOX 1 without any modchip/softmod, just a hacked firmware This completes our work on the XBOX 1. The drive I modded was a 8050L. The good news is that the firmware in this drive is very similar to the firmware in the GDR3120, used in the XBOX 360. I think it’s time for me to buy one now
Thanks to all the contributors in the firmware hacking thread!
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This hacked firmware will fake the disc detection (will trick drive to detect disc as DVDXBOX media), the xbe must still be signed though (for DVDXBOX media), so this hack will not allow to run homebrew/linux stuff, atleast not directly (if there are possible font or other exploits in retail games, this could be used as alternative to gamesave exploits to install a dashboard exploit for example).
The finished hacked firmware (for the H-L 8050L drive) should be able to boot any MS-signed xbox executables (xbe) with DVDXBOX mediaflag and with regionflag matching your console’s region (in case it’s region locked - and no you can’t change regionflag of the xbe as that would break the signature) from any recordable media.
The 8050L is the Hitachi-LG DVD drive found in newer Xboxes (see here).

*UPDATE* A new update from TheSpecialist and SiliconIce on xboxhacker.net:
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TheSpecialist: I now completely understand how he[bunnie when he extracted the RC4] felt It was also 4 AM for me yesterday, when I inserted the patched drive into my xbox and inserting a backup for the first time, to see if it worked. I too felt great euphoria when it did Smiley However, after the ‘come down’ you start to realise that your work could have major impact…
I like hacking. I always liked it. I like the process. Till now, nobody ‘profited’ from what I did. I’d like to keep it that way People are, very kindly, already offering me hardware and even money to get a hack done for the 360. I really appreciate it, but I don’t want to prosper financially in any way from my work.
I understand that releasing this hack would have major impact. Althought I serioulsy doubt that releasing a ‘firmware *patcher* is illegal, I don’t want to take my chances on it I think anybody who wants to do something like that should ask himself if it’s worth all the trouble he might get into. I feel it’s not. That’s why I’m not releasing anything. I hope everybody understands :-)”

SiliconIce: TheSpecialist has done some great work, and I understand and support his position. As always, we are working on a very slippery slope.
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Download: n/a (not released)
News-Source: xboxhacker.net(1) and xboxhacker.net(2)

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