Xbox One: Microsoft explains why it doesn’t include a headset

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Xbox One consoles will not be bundled with headsets because it comes with Kinect, Microsoft has said. The company has issued a statement on the matter

In a statement to Ars Technica, a Microsoft official said, “Xbox One does not include a pack-in headset accessory.

“Each Xbox One includes the new Kinect sensor, with a highly sensitive multi-array microphones designed to enable voice inputs and chat as a system-level capability, both in-game and with Skype and other experiences. For gamers who prefer a headset, we have a variety of offerings that you can find on the Xbox Wire.”

Sold separately, the Xbox One Chat Headset has not been priced, but it is confirmed as having mono sound, a directional mic, volume control and a mute button.

Kinect does have cameras sure, but it’s no use to people who want to play a shooter and who doesn’t want to have the sound of gunfire blaring across their home while their kids are trying to get some kip.

What do you think of this matter? Let us know below.

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Source: http://www.vg247.com/2013/06/26/xbox-one-microsoft-explains-why-it-doesnt-include-a-headset/

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-ExtremeRage-Posted:

It will sound fine, they said they updated it with better sounds and all that just give it a chance and quit bitching, and Playstation people dont comment on Xbox side.

GregPosted:

i would rather have a mic than use kinect, mainly because my friends are quite loud and swear a lot. And i have a younger brother running around, looks like ive got to spend another 20+ to get a mic

slapshot101Posted:

generalhunter Don Mattrick - "For People who want a headset we have a system that includes a headset, it's called the Xbox 360"

I laughed so hard when I saw that, it seems like something they would say. In seriousness though having the Kinect as a microphone will suck because it will pick up the sound of your game and all the voices that go along with it.

SeanPosted:

generalhunter Don Mattrick - "For People who want a headset we have a system that includes a headset, it's called the Xbox 360"


+1 that made me laugh.

WoobiePosted:

I don't like the current Kinect when using it as a mic.

bigchukkaPosted:

PS4 Microsoft Does not realize that the kinect mic sound like crap.


Did you even read the post?? They are aware the 360's kinect quality was terrible. They said it is much better now.

ZukiPosted:

It always echo's on kinect, so stupid

YurPosted:

The kinect mic sucks!

-Cammy-Posted:

PS4 Microsoft Does not realize that the kinect mic sound like crap.


obviously it's just to make more money

HarryWilliamJohnsonPosted:

Great!