Using the macbook as a display

Hey guys,
I am almost positive that I won't be able to do this, but is there any kind of software/hardware combination that I can use to make my macbook act as a display for an xbox 360? That is to say, In place of a TV, i would plug the 360 into some kind of cable which goes into my xbox and have it work? Thanks in advance.

You should check out an Elgato Systems EyeTV 250 and see if you think that will work for you.
http://faq.elgato.com/index.php/faq/more/387

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vinay.sujan wrote:
Is the MacBook Pro Retina display resolution of 2880-by-1800 a strain on the eyes as I understand the higher the resolution the more strainful the screen can be to the eyes?
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vinay.sujan wrote:
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