Microsoft is "looking into" bundling headsets with Xbox One console, according to Albert Penello, senior director of product planning at the company.

The platform holder has previously said that the Kinect bundled with every Xbox One is intended to provide the console with out-of-the-box in-game chat capabilities, in place of a headset which will be sold separately.

However, Penello's response to a query from a Twitter user indicates Microsoft may be considering the alternative.

@bad_ass_females We've heard the feedback. Looking into it.

— Albert Penello (@albertpenello) July 29, 2013

In May it was reported that Xbox One's proprietary data port is not compatible with current-gen gaming headsets. This meant that current headsets by leading accessory manufacturers, including popular high-end headsets from Turtle Beach, will not work with Xbox One.

Microsoft later said it is working on a solution to allow third-party peripheral compatibility with Xbox One. A Microsoft Australia spokesperson explained why current peripherals won't work with the Xbox One out of the box:

"The Wireless Controller has been redesigned to allow for higher data transfer speed between the controller and the console," said the rep. "This also required creating a new expansion port design for headsets and future controller add-on devices which is different from a standard audio plug input.

"Xbox plans to develop solutions in the near future to allow consumers to connect many brands of wired gaming headsets to the Wireless Controller for gaming and chat audio."

Posted: Jul 30, 2013 10:54 am
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Source: http://www.computerandvideogames.com/421572/microsoft-looking-into-including-headsets-with-xbox-one/