Microsoft recently unveiled its latest gaming console, the Xbox One, which will be a system for both gaming and entertainment (i.e.: movies and live television).
Microsoft’s last system, the Xbox 360, was released almost eight years ago. Finally, the gaming community has something new to look forward to!
At its headquarters, Microsoft explained that the new console is still a Kinect system that now includes voice control. This lets users switch between video games, television and movies as well as navigate different applications using voice cues. The Xbox One integrates with users’ live TV cable feed, allowing them to change channels with their voice.
It also has a Snap Feature so that users can run two applications at once. For example, users would be able to Skype and browse the Internet at the same time. Nowadays, this feature is seen on many smartphones and tablets but now users will be able to multitask on their gaming console as well!
At the conference Microsoft also revealed some games that will be available on its newest system, including FIFA 14, CALL OF DUTY: GHOSTS, QUANTAM BREAK and FORZA MOTOR SPORT 5. 15 games will be available exclusively for the Xbox One.
Overall, the Xbox One would be an all-in-one system for households, which will surely change the way we view gaming systems.
Microsoft hasn’t revealed a price or release date yet, but fans can expect it to be launched later this year.
What do you think of the Xbox One?
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