So it turns out they'll have TWO versions of the Xbox 360 at launch.

$299 - "core system"

• console
• wired controller
• detachable faceplate
• xbox live silver membership (I *think* this upgrades to gold on weekends?)
• standard AV cables

$399 - "full" ? system (offers backwards compatibility with xbox v1 games)

• console
• 20 GB detachable hard drive
• wireless controller
• wireless xbox live headset
• high def AV cables
• ethernet cable
• xbox 360 media remote control (limited time - not sure if that means only during launch?)
  
• detachable faceplate
• xbox live silver membership

Prices for accessories are listed too. The 20 GB HD is $100 just by itself, so the full system will be worth the extra cost.
Wireless controller: $50, Headset $20, and what is a "play and charge kit"?

Now the big remaining question: which titles will be available at launch. There have been many rumors and lists, but per this article, none have absolutely committed.

More details here

Team Xbox writeup here

BTW, the headset looks NICE (packaging pic here). Finally it's something that is hopefully comfortable to wear for many, many hours. :)

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