Future of Xbox set-top box uncertain, report claims

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Microsoft hasn't yet decided whether it'll introduce the previously rumoured Xbox set-top box, according to Wall Street Journal sources.

It has previously been reported that Microsoft is developing a low-cost alternative to its next-gen Xbox designed to provide streamed access to core entertainment services.
It has been claimed that the device would run on the core components of Windows 8 and support casual games rather than full Xbox ones. WSJ sources said recent prototypes integrated Kinect functionality.

The site also claims that the next-generation Xbox, which is set to be revealed on May 21, will be released in time for the holiday season in time to go head-to-head with PS4.

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Source: http://www.computerandvideogames.com/405330/future-of-xbox-set-top-box-uncertain-report-claims/

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ExoticWolfsPosted:

This is cool, quick way to make money. :P I might get one when it comes out, $100 isn't much at all.

WageringPosted:

It would be quite the leap, are we ready for it though...

IlIuminatiPosted:

Origamo I think people will probably just by an Xbox instead, so it sounds like a pointless idea.


Not unless its $400

OrigamoPosted:

I think people will probably just by an Xbox instead, so it sounds like a pointless idea.

WoobiePosted:

Wait so it's like a less-powerful version of the next gen?

SeedPosted:

ITG
Zer0 i dont really understand what this is lol
basically like TV and xbox combined


Its really confusing in many ways

SeedPosted:

ITG
Zer0 i dont really understand what this is lol
basically like TV and xbox combined


That sounds sorta neat

imgurPosted:

Resolute So it is basically a cheap, stripped-down version of the next Xbox?


Just for people to use a netflix machine.

Zer0Posted:

ITG
Zer0 i dont really understand what this is lol
basically like TV and xbox combined


o ok thanks cuz from what i read it made no sense

neboPosted:

Zer0 i dont really understand what this is lol
basically like TV and xbox combined