This is less a comment on the huge-ness of the Series X, and more on how tiny the Mario Kart Live Home Circuit kart is. A Lego Modular Building This has given our living rooms a cleaner, more organized appearance. But it’s also been a challenge for console gamers. Now that your TV is on the wall, where do you put your console? How do you run your wires, and keep things both attractive and organized? There are a number of options, but one is to use a wall mount. With a wall mount, you can attach your console to the side of your TV, or even around the corner. This keeps everything on the same level, as well as freeing up shelf space. This can be especially helpful in shared spaces. By keeping your controller off a shelf, you can keep it out of harm’s way.

As we mentioned at the beginning, the main benefit of a console mount is space. For most people, space around the TV is limited, so it can be tough to find a good place to put your console. Unless you’ve got an old-school entertainment center, space is liable to be at a premium. By putting your console up on the wall, you get it out of the way. This frees up space for other things, like a soundbar or media controller. It can even create a remarkably cleaner look. Depending on your setup, you might be able to mount your console behind the TV, making it disappear entirely. Improved Ventilation This mount has a built-in level, which allows for easy installation. You don’t have to use a standard level or draw lines on your wall. TotalMount says that the installation is “tool-free,” and that’s technically true. You can simply use a screwdriver to install it via the included drywall screws. That said, your console is an investment, and you want to take care of it. As with anything wall-mounted, we’d always err on the side of using an anchor or screwing into a stud. The second version of the wildly popular Xbox Mini Fridge has been unveiled today by Xbox's VP of Games Marketing Aaron Greenberg, serving as a smaller edition of the original design at a slightly reduced cost.Compatibility depends on device and operating system version. Experiences may vary. Go to Xbox wireless controller compatibility for more information. The availability and sale of Xbox Series X is subject to required regulatory approval(s) in your jurisdiction. The TotalMount, available for either Xbox Series X mount or an Xbox Series S mount, it’s a great choice if you value ease of installation. With the built-in level, it’s easy to make sure you’re attaching it correctly. Not only that, but this is an exceptionally quiet mount. The rubber dampers do a great job of eliminating sound. If that’s an essential feature for you, you’ll be very pleased with this mount.

I'm dead serious. Those who have ever had the unfortunate task of opening up their PS4 will know just how much dust a gaming console can collect up over the years. Thankfully, there's no need to buy a can of compressed air for desperate last-minute clean-ups, as many did with their PS4 in its later years once it started to sound like it was about to take off.

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All three of these wall mounts have their own strengths and weaknesses. But which one is the right choice for your needs? The Xbox Mini Fridge is a novelty product and one that will certainly appeal to Xbox fans. Yes, it works as a mini fridge but it isn’t exactly a class-leading device so bear that in mind. The fan noise may be rather distracting for some, but if you have the Xbox Series X Mini Fridge set up in another room that won’t be an issue. Still, there are some really nice design flourishes like an illuminated power button and top fan, along with a working USB port that adds a lot to the Xbox Mini Fridge’s overall appeal. Funnily enough, the Xbox Series X is almost exactly the same height and depth as a US men’s size 9 D Rose Series 6 shoe. I’m not sure what to do with this information. But I guess we all know it now. Bread

Though I've wanted the thing ever since it hit shelves, I've spent a long time thinking about whether or not I should actually buy it. On the one hand, I'm hopelessly addicted to drinking soda while gaming, and thought it would be pretty sweet to be able to just reach behind me to grab a cold Diet Pepsi out of a giant Xbox Series X instead of (gasp!) having to walk downstairs to the kitchen. But on the other, you can get similarly sized mini fridges for considerably less than the MSRP of the replica, which is positioned somewhat as a collector's item. I found it hard to justify spending that extra money, even though I'm a big Xbox fan. As any parent knows, small children have a way of damaging nice things. And let’s be honest, a game console is inherently attractive to children. They make chimes, they have bright lights, and on the Series X, there’s a disc drive to play with. If your Xbox is within easy reach, you’re practically asking for it to get damaged. The same can also be true for pets. Cats are notoriously curious, and some dogs wag their tails furiously, no matter what’s in the way. With a wall mount, you don’t have to worry about any of those things. Your Xbox Series X or Series S is safely out of reach, and secured to the wall. Xbox Wireless Headset, Xbox Rechargeable Battery + USB-C®, and Xbox Wireless Controllers sold separately. If you simply make it a habit to regularly dust the body of the console, the area around it, and especially its ventilation ports, then you'll be able to avoid your PS5 or Xbox Series X getting gradually clogged up with those pesky particles. Keeping your living room dust-free, in general, will naturally help in this regard too. You don't have to be a hygiene-freak to know that a console's natural habitat is one where the air is as clean as its user interface. Looking to kit out your new consoles with some extra gear? Then be sure to take a look at our range of helpful buying guides: PS5 headsets | Xbox Series X headsets | PS5 SSD | PS5 external hard drives | Xbox Series X external hard drives | PS5 accessories | Xbox Series X accessoriesSide on you can see the Xbox Series X and standard PS4 are totally different shapes. That’s why it’s so hard to compare the Series X with existing consoles — it’s a completely different design. An External SSD Over the past couple of decades, our living rooms have changed an awful lot. A lot of this has come from the transition from old-school CRT TVs to modern-day flatscreens. Simultaneously, screens got a lot wider, even as they got slimmer and lighter overall. This was bad news if you had an old-school entertainment system. There was simply nowhere to fit your TV. Nowadays, it’s more or less standard to mount your big TV on the wall. At the same time, a lot of our other entertainment equipment has gotten smaller. So instead of a big entertainment people, many people use a short cabinet or shelf for their electronics.

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One last thing we should note about the TotalMount is that it’s very quiet. Both versions have rubber dampers built into the housing. These minimize fan vibration, so you won’t hear any buzz. If you find fan noise annoying, this is excellent selling feature.