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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MentalistPosted:

Nobody wants your damn Kinect mic, just include a headset you greedy company!

DJMarkyMarkPosted:

Most people I know don't use the mic Microsoft offers. This is not an issue for me because I will end up purchasing a gaming headset.

aBoxOfMintsPosted:

Well this is the only thing that's gonna piss me off about the Xbox One now, but I guess it's the similar concept for back when we had to buy wireless adapters for our Xbox 360's, this is wack

AlexPosted:

So I'm forced to pay for the kinect but its "bundled" but yet it don't "Bundle" with a $10 dollar headset.


**** you Microsoft.

SempiternalPosted:

Aggie Oh yeah. because the kinect mic is so good.


I disagree with what microsoft have done. But lets hope they upgraded the mic a little.

VeraPosted:

DubleJayJ So they shove a spy tool down your throat but can't give you a toothpick headset? Typical Microsoft. Gives you the unnecessary **** but makes you pay for what you need.


(applause)

DubleJayJPosted:

So they shove a spy tool down your throat but can't give you a toothpick headset? Typical Microsoft. Gives you the unnecessary shit but makes you pay for what you need.

WageringPosted:

$500 and no cheap little headset? Wow, that's ridiculous. I don't want to use a Kinect mic and let everyone around me listen to the conversation, give me some privacy...

SwiftPosted:

Oh yeah. because the kinect mic is so good.

MTDPosted:

I wow I never liked the kinect headset because it picks up on every little sound.


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