Microsoft Xbox 360 Quick Charge Kit Now Available

Xbox 360 Quick Charge Kit Now Available

New Accessory Improves the Wireless Gaming Experience

 April 21, 2006

Microsoft today announced the availability of the Xbox 360 Quick Charge Kit at retailers nationwide.  The latest addition to the Xbox 360 accessories family, the Xbox 360 Quick Charge Kit provides gamers the fastest way to recharge battery packs for wireless controllers and other Xbox 360 accessories.  In less than four hours, it fully recharges up to two battery packs at a time.  The Quick Charge Kit offers a premium charging solution, giving gamers a convenient way to keep wireless controllers charged and ready to use. 

The Quick Charge Kit allows for continuous gameplay without the hassle of cords being connected to the console.  It is always ready and easily accessible, powering down automatically when charging is complete.  For an affordable $29.99 U.S. MSRP, the kit includes a charging stand for two batteries, one NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack, and an AC adapter.  The Quick Charge Kit is currently available in North America and will soon be available in other regions.

About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is the most powerful video game and entertainment system, delivering the best games, the next generation of the premier Xbox Live online gaming service, and unique digital entertainment experiences that revolve around gamers. The system was first launched in North America, Europe and Japan in 2005 and then in Australia, Colombia, Hong Kong, Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore and Taiwan in 2006. More information can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/xbox360.

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