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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AlmightyHazardPosted:

I would take a mic over a kinect

EvoVIIIPosted:

MrShyCity Player(s) are going to hate me since I don't use headset anymore I use speaker now
Who knows how much the headset is cost $60-100


No It Shouldn't Be That Much. That's The Cost Of Turtle Beaches.
I Also Hate Kinect Mic's. I Hope The Improved It Really Well.

gowaddictPosted:

kinect mic sucks man

MrShyCityPosted:

Player(s) are going to hate me since I don't use headset anymore I use speaker now
Who knows how much the headset is cost $60-100

TaigaAisakaPosted:

Curtis_Granderson
ShadowBoltDashie
SwagDaddyYolo Oh god, here comes the 12 year olds with mics that sound like they are underwater


Here come the kids that scream and yell, have the voice play through their TV so people's voice echo, let the game sounds echo through the Kinect and who have parents that yell at them non stop .-.


Just like every game and console, that's what the mute option is for.


Yes but there is times when you don't have the time to mute everyone. Like if the game is starting and loading up you can't mute them there.

-TooSuckyPosted:

Don't understand this stupidity.
Game volume will surface throughout the microphone. And if people output voice chat through the TV, it will also surface the microphone.

ScufhPosted:

Microsoft you are scrubs.

GossipPosted:

The mic will probably be $100 knowing Microsoft...

SorceryPosted:

ShadowBoltDashie
SwagDaddyYolo Oh god, here comes the 12 year olds with mics that sound like they are underwater


Here come the kids that scream and yell, have the voice play through their TV so people's voice echo, let the game sounds echo through the Kinect and who have parents that yell at them non stop .-.


Yes, well it looks like it's time for everyone to use permanent privacy settings, screw you Microsoft.

RickPosted:

ShadowBoltDashie
SwagDaddyYolo Oh god, here comes the 12 year olds with mics that sound like they are underwater


Here come the kids that scream and yell, have the voice play through their TV so people's voice echo, let the game sounds echo through the Kinect and who have parents that yell at them non stop .-.


Just like every game and console, that's what the mute option is for.


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