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Xbox One with Kinect (Day One Edition)
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- The Day One console includes a commemorative controller, token code to unlock an exclusive Day One achievement, and premium packaging
- Kinect is included with the Day One Edition. Completely reengineered to be more precise, responsive and intuitive with unparalleled voice, vision and motion technology
- The console is driven by a powerful combination of CPU, GPU and 8GB of RAM, governed by an innovative OS architecture, to deliver power, speed and agility; Only Xbox One unleashes the vast and scalable power of the cloud for your games, entertainment and apps with Xbox Live
- The product does not come with the converter
- PSUs are designed to be used only in the regions where they are sold; Don't try to use an Xbox One PSU that was built for a region that has different power requirements. ; Don't use the Xbox One external PSU outside the country where it was sold. If you use the PSU in a different country, it or your console may be damaged, and the warranty may be invalidated
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ASIN | B00CMQTVK0 |
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Release date | November 22, 2013 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #80,581 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #142 in Xbox One Consoles |
Product Dimensions | 19 x 15 x 19 inches; 8.07 ounces |
Type of item | Console |
Rated | Everyone |
Item model number | 7UV-00005 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 8.1 ounces |
Manufacturer | Microsoft |
Batteries | 4 AA batteries required. |
Date First Available | May 3, 2013 |
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Get more with Xbox One.
Introducing Xbox One. Where the best games, multiplayer, and your favorite movies, music, sports and live TV come together in one place. Xbox One games look and feel incredibly real, with cinematic gameplay that rivals Hollywood. Watch TV or chat with friends on Skype while you play, and keep on playing while smarter matchmaking happens behind the scenes. With Xbox One, you can snap two things side-by-side on your TV, and switch from one to another instantly. Cloud-powered and built for the digital age, Xbox One is designed to keep getting better over time.*
Xbox One delivers an all-new gaming and entertainment experience that will transform how you play. Xbox One brings together the best games, the most reliable service and rich entertainment all-in-one system that is built for today and tomorrow.
The best games.
- The most award-winning exclusive games at E3.
- Get it first - all Call of Duty: Ghosts downloadable content and many more.
- Adaptive AI that learns to play like you.
The best multiplayer and service.
- Better matchmaking with Smart Match.
- No jerks - reputation system helps keep annoying players out of your games.
- No waiting in lobbies - play, watch TV, or surf the web while matchmaking happens.
Games plus entertainment.
- Never miss a moment - get multiplayer alerts while you watch TV.
- Switch instantly from a game to TV, a movie, music and more.
- Snap an app next to a game and do two things at once.
Built for the future.
- The Digital System - built for the digital age using the latest technology and the power of the cloud.
- Keeps getting better - "cloud powered" means Xbox One and games grow with you over time.
- Advanced voice and motion control open up new game experiences like never before.
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Play Xbox One games online or offline.
Your Xbox One does not need to be connected for you to enjoy offline features of games. In fact, you can take the Xbox One anywhere and play any disc-based Xbox One game on it. The only times you need an online connection are for initial set-up of Xbox One, and to get the latest system and title updates before you start playing some games.
Share, trade-in, resell, gift, & rent game discs to your heart's content.
Use Xbox One's disc-based games just like you do today. There are no limitations to using and sharing them: it works like it does today on Xbox 360. If you'd rather get your games digitally, you can purchase from Xbox Live and get instant access to playing.
Play anywhere with your own Xbox Live Gold account.
A single Xbox Live Gold membership works across both Xbox One and Xbox 360 – your membership covers both. And you can log into a friend’s Xbox One and access all your downloadable games, preferences, and apps.
You control your privacy.
You decide how personalized Xbox One is to you and your family, including privacy settings, manual or automatic sign-in, and how data is used. And when you play games or enjoy apps that use sensitive personal data, such as videos, photos, and facial expressions, no one except you can access it, without your express permission.
Kinect or Controller: There are a variety of ways to interact with Xbox One.
Depending on the game or app, you can control Xbox One using voice commands and gestures, a controller, a remote control or your Xbox One SmartGlass device. It is designed to interact with you in multiple ways.
Easily turn Xbox One and Kinect on or off.
To turn off your Xbox One, just say "Xbox Off." This puts Xbox One into standby mode where it's only listening for the voice command, "Xbox On." You can also turn off your Kinect through the system settings, or you can simply unplug it. Xbox One does not require a Kinect to be plugged in for the system to function.
Your Gamertag and Gamerscore follow you to Xbox One.
No need to worry: you can bring your Xbox Live Gamertag and Gamerscore with you to Xbox One. Your Gamerscore will be automatically updated once you have connected to Xbox Live.
Communicate with Xbox Live Gold friends using messaging or Skype.
With Xbox One and an Xbox Live Gold membership, you can use Skype to voice chat with any platform that supports it. If Skype isn't supported (like on the Xbox 360), you'll still be able to see which of your friends is online and message them.
What's in the Box
- Xbox One Console
- Kinect Sensor for Xbox One
- Wireless Controller
- Chat Headset
- HDMI cable
- Power Supply
* Advanced TV hardware required. Games, add-ons and media content sold separately. Initial set-up and some games and features require broadband internet; ISP fees apply. Online multiplayer, Skype and some features also require Xbox Live Gold membership (sold separately) and/or additional requirements. See xbox.com/xboxone.
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Customers like the performance, quality, appearance and speed of the video game console. They mention that the gaming part of the console is impressive, the hardware is well-used and that everything looks very well done. They also appreciate the speed and the voice recognition.
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Customers like the performance of the video game console. They say the commands work well, the DVR feature on the XB1 works great, and the Kinect is brilliant. They also say that the internals of the system are a good combination for the next generation.
"...I'm not totally sold on the voice control just yet. It's really useful in some situations and not in others...." Read more
"...this ominous monolith, will make it much more reliable and less susceptible to failure; an acceptable trade-off in my mind...." Read more
"...I enjoy it, I think it works well, I think the concept of an all-in-one entertainment source is appealing. I would recommend the XBOX ONE!" Read more
"...learned all of the voice commands yet, and I've found that they don't work flawlessly. But they work much, much better than they ever did on the 360...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the video game console. For example they say it's incredible, the best controller ever made, and the gaming part of the console is impressive. The hardware is well-used, and it looks and feels well made. Some mention that the D-pad has been greatly improved, and Xbox Live is awesome.
"...I was very shocked by the Browser. Overall it's excellent. I was able to play YouTube videos through the browser...." Read more
"...It's a great system and it's just the beginning of a very cool entertainment future." Read more
"...While not perfect, it is a solid machine that I think will be many times more reliable than the original launch Xbox 360s...." Read more
"...All of these seem to work well right off the bat but there are a few glitches, especially when snapping an app...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the video game console. They say it's well-used, and neat. For example, they say that Forza's graphics are gorgeous, and the home screen shows your most important achievements. Customers are also impressed with the forward-looking system, saying that every detail that was rendered looked realistic and sharp. Overall, customers are satisfied with the launch lineup and are looking forward to using the product.
"...It's really cool and well thought out. Otherwise you have to do the hunt and peck text selection using your controller which just takes forever...." Read more
"...Very cool stuff.You have to install a game to be able to play it. You can't just slide the disc in and go, at least not the first time...." Read more
"...* The console's physical design: It actually looks very nice to me. But it does have a small amount of boring-ness to it...." Read more
"...This changes the AI characteristics a lot and makes them seem more real. Other players drivatars are identified by their gamertag as you pass by...." Read more
Customers like the speed of the Xbox One. For example, they say it's fast, the UI is very fast and fluid, and the ability to quickly snap Netflix alongside the game was amazing. The startup is acceptable fast, and it has top-notch graphics and controls. Customers also mention that it goes by fast and that there is not one stutter to the framerate.
"...the TV screen just didn't work all that great previously, but the Xbox One is fast, and I use my phone or tablet with the Smart Glass app to be able..." Read more
"...It's fast. Much faster than I thought it would be. The box turns on and is ready to go in 10-15 seconds. All the app switching is smooth and fast...." Read more
"...The Xbox One's startup is acceptably fast, but could still be improved on, but basic things like loading marketplace content or my list of installed..." Read more
"...The Ryse tile had gone back to say installing but no progress was ever made...." Read more
Customers like the voice recognition of the Xbox One. They say that the voice control is amazing, and the voice commands work great. The sensor picks up voice commands surprisingly well, and it's fun getting use to voice control of the wonderful features currently present. They also say that it helps to speak naturally and not try to enunciate words slowly.
"...using voice controls while watching live TV, just like you've been able to do on the 360 while watching Netflix and such. Very cool...." Read more
"...The voice commands are *kind of* cool, but I'm still more of a controller person. I prefer to navigate with my fingers than with my body or voice...." Read more
"...The interface is responsive, and the KINECT sensor picks up voice commands surprisingly well...." Read more
"Xbox One is great.Pros:The voice control is amazing for some things, especially changing TV channels or switching between..." Read more
Customers like the entertainment value of the video game console. They say the games are great, very fun to play, and the triggers now make games more immersive. It really pulls you into the game and brings a whole new dynamic to the way games feel. Some mention that it will make an excellent addition to their entertainment system and manage all of their entertainment needs.
"...You control entirely with your body movements. It was actually really fun and can be played with two people...." Read more
"...is saying that even if you are not a gamer, the XBOX ONE offers enough digital content that someone looking for more entertainment than what your..." Read more
"...Ryse is a beautiful game and although a bit repetitive is still a fun experience overall...." Read more
"...in addition to having useful apps and a couple really good games.Cons:..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of setup of the video game console. Some mention that the configuration is easy, the interface is clean and easy to understand, and the capabilities and the Xbox Fitness program are great. Others say that the installation process isn't that great, and that the install seemed to go slower when playing the game, but sped up after it was installed. That said, the product is a simple and better looking game system that is not trying.
"...It takes a while to get everything up and going. Online didn't require a setup (ethernet connection), the Xbox just worked online and never asked me..." Read more
"...The Xbox One dashboard only has three now, it's much cleaner and simpler...." Read more
"...Very cool stuff.You have to install a game to be able to play it. You can't just slide the disc in and go, at least not the first time...." Read more
"...Overall, this process was easy I just wish Microsoft had put a percent completed or loading bar on the green screen...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the video game console. Some mention that it is very quiet, while others say that it does not hear them very well, has no disc loading noises, or fan noises. The Skype audio/video is amazing, and you can listen to whatever music you want. However, some complain that the console does not have audio options in Movie playback, and that they are unable to control the volume.
"...The device is completely silent so far. I haven't heard a thing out of it. Inserting a movie into the slot take like no effort at all...." Read more
"...That fault is not being able to control volume in either window...." Read more
"...Graphics, physics, and sound are much improved. I think of the three BF4 is my favorite...." Read more
"...The unit is very quiet, and does not generate near the heat as the previous generations...." Read more
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The device is completely silent so far. I haven't heard a thing out of it. Inserting a movie into the slot take like no effort at all. I barely placed it in there and the slot started sucking the disc right in with no push effort of mine necessary. Setup is fairly easy, although this day and age, you have to connect quite a bit to the box, ethernet, HDMI, SPDIF/ Optical Audio, Kinect Sensor, Power Brick.
The power brick is about the same size as the original 360 power brick, but not quite as long as a rectangle as the original power brick. I just placed it behind our TV console where it can't be seen and am totally fine with it.
Voice controls are love and hate. It is really cool to be able to say "Xbox On" or "Xbox Turn Off" and have my TV, Amplifier, and Console all power up or shut down. Yes that's right, the Xbox can control your TV and your Audio amplifier. Really cool!
I wish that I didn't have to speak so loudly to get voice recognition to work reliably. The way it works is, you say "Xbox" and then a voice menu pops up giving you generic options of what to say. But it takes some getting used to. You could just say "Xbox...whatever voice command" and that way you don't have to deal with the menu or anything. I was annoyed that "Xbox" didn't just bring up the listening mode....to just bring up a listening state you actually have to say "Xbox Select" and then it will turn all of the voiceable commands green on the screen. Like text you can say will turn green letting you know that you can control that with voice. But if you were to just say "Xbox", then a menu would pop up with generic voice command options but not let you actually control the window you were on.
This will all make sense when you play with your Xbox One, but just remember, to make voice commands on your current window, say "Xbox Select" and not simply "Xbox". Trust me :)
The voice commands even worked for my wife who has a prominent Spanish accent (from Spain). She was dissapointed that when she tried "Xbox show Grey's Anatomy" or "Xbox Play Grey's Anatomy" that Xbox didn't really know what to do with it.
I still have to figure out how the voice controls work with Hulu, Netflix and Amazon Instant. I'm not totally sold on the voice control just yet. It's really useful in some situations and not in others. So I need to figure out the balance of when to use voice and when to not. It is pretty awesome if you get a phone call to be able to say "Xbox Mute" or "Xbox Stop" or "XBox Pause"
I think the YouTube app is fantastic. Which is really important for me. I have like 70 YouTube subscriptions and I go through them daily for content. There is a lot of good stuff on YouTube these days. I also have the Google Chromecast device, and the Xbox One has immediately replaced that device. The Chromecast is cheap and simple, but I realized how much I missed just being able to browse content on my TV screen. Now browsing on the TV screen just didn't work all that great previously, but the Xbox One is fast, and I use my phone or tablet with the Smart Glass app to be able to type.
Smart Glass is drastically improved. The app is just more responsive and seems to work really well now. When your Smartglass app is connected, and you encounter somewhere on the Xbox One where you have to put in Text input, the Smart Glass app on your phone will actually vibrate your phone as if to remind you that you can type on the phone instead of onscreen. It's really cool and well thought out. Otherwise you have to do the hunt and peck text selection using your controller which just takes forever. I haven't tried out the other uses of Smart Glass yet as in with games.
I haven't bought any games yet, but I downloaded Killer Instinct and the demo of Kinect Rivals. The Kinect Rivals demo is just one level of the Jet Ski racing portion of the game. You control entirely with your body movements. It was actually really fun and can be played with two people. I think Kinect Rivals will be one of the games that I can get my completely non-gaming wife to play with me.
Killer Instinct looks great. Both Kinect Rivals and Killer Instinct graphics are impressive, but nothing mind blowing here. Killer Instinct is free to download and you get to play as only one character "Jago". You can pay for additional characters and there will be more characters playable in the future as they slowly release the new ones.
It takes a while to get everything up and going. Online didn't require a setup (ethernet connection), the Xbox just worked online and never asked me for any setup for internet. I had to immediately download 512 mb download which went really fast on my internet connection. No complaints there. There a few tutorials all over the homescreen you should check out when first using the box, especially the voice control ones are really helpful. Also you need to go into settings to setup the Xbox to know what TV and Audio amplifier you have for it to be able to control both.
I also took sometime to download the Blu-Ray player app (yes it's an app download), Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Video, YouTube, Xbox Video, and all that jazz. I was very happy that none of those apps asked me for login info at all! The Xbox One already knew that I had these services setup already on my 360 and they all just worked with no configuration necessary! Very cool.
Also the Netflix app on the Xbox One supports the multiple user profiles! Excellent. You can switch profiles from the app.
I was very shocked by the Browser. Overall it's excellent. I was able to play YouTube videos through the browser. The Browser even has Incognito Mode...and it appears that you can play videos from most sights...wink wink. And the browser has an option to display mobile version of sights which is helpful because almost certainly if you have a problem with a site running, the mobile version will most certainly work. This is a great option for some video sites. You can set bookmarks, and can even set a pin to your home screen of web links.
You can customize the pins on your homescreen however you like. Another great use of Kinect is that it recognizes my wife and me automatically. If she says "Xbox Show my stuff" it switches profiles and shows her homescreen. We have seperate skype accounts on each profile and that works. When she logs into skype you can hear it disconnecting my skype and connecting hers. The Skype feature is HUGE in our home because my wife talks to her family in Spain on a daily basis via Skype. She loves this feature!
I am a hardcore game and I love what the XBox has for gaming, and more importantly, what is to come. But in our house, my wife will use the XBox One to watch her shows on Hulu and Netflix, and use Skype almost everyday. I also watch a lot of TV on Hulu and Netflix and so in our home, easily this console will be used for more Multimedia stuff than gaming. That being said, I will do a lot of gaming as well.
I think Microsoft has the right vision for the living room. I'm glad I got the box. I will also buy a PS4 next Christmas, but we are very happy with the Xbox One.
The voice stuff needs to be figured out. There's just a general learning curve to the whole thing, but be patient. Give it sometime. Once you get over it all you can go back to enjoying content and games rather playing with the new UI.
I think the Xbox One has a lot of potential and we are very happy with it so far.
I caution anyone though that this is a really complex box. A lot you can do with it. I don't think even professional reviewers can do this thing justice in a few days of use. You really need to spend some time with it to get a full grasp of all that it can potentially do.
Now onto the games!
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The only cabling difference from the Xbox 360 was pulling the HDMI out of the DirecTV box and sticking it into the One. Unplugging the 360 and connecting the One was all of a couple of minutes. And the One looks great with my other AV gear, like it belongs, which was Microsoft's intent. I will say I think the HDMI connections could be more snug. Mine seem to be rather loose.
Setting up the box was simple. The day one update installed flawlessly. I installed all of the apps I had on the 360 and pinned them to the home screen. I then setup all of the TV stuff, which is better than I thought it would be. "Xbox, On" and the Xbox One turns on, the TV turns on, the DirecTV box turns on, and my AVR turns on. "Xbox, turn off" and all of those devices turn off. My universal remote just got demoted. The only thing I'm going to need the remote for is a few other devices I have and for volume and the DVR. Actually, I'll end up reprogramming and simplifying the macros on the universal remote. Surprisingly, you can pause, play, rewind, skip back, etc., using voice controls while watching live TV, just like you've been able to do on the 360 while watching Netflix and such. Very cool.
The home screen is simplified when compared to the 360. There are just 3 categories to flip through that get you to everything. Flipping to the left gets you to your pinned apps. The center has your most recent activity and the main window that shows the last thing you were doing, including anything you snapped in the secondary window. Flipping to the right takes you to the store where you can download apps, music, videos, etc. Easy stuff.
I've not learned all of the voice commands yet, and I've found that they don't work flawlessly. But they work much, much better than they ever did on the 360. I will say that part of the problem is me. I have my Kinect sitting on top of my center channel speaker. When you're blasting Battlefield 4 at unhealthy decibel levels, getting the Kinect to hear "Xbox..." without screaming is a bit of a challenge. But all I have to do is hit the mute button. At reasonable sound levels everything works pretty darn well.
It's fast. Much faster than I thought it would be. The box turns on and is ready to go in 10-15 seconds. All the app switching is smooth and fast. Depending on the app there might be a delay of a few seconds, but it's nothing you'll really notice unless a few seconds just ruins your day. I have to admit it's pretty cool to be blowing stuff up in a game one second and the next flipping to TV or Netflix or whatever with nothing more than a simple voice command. Remote? We don't need no stinking remote.
Today I sampled COD Ghosts, Ryse, and Battlefield 4. I'm not going to review the games here, but I will say overall the games are a big improvement over 360 games and the gap will only get larger, just as the 360 games changed exponentially from beginning to end. Graphics, physics, and sound are much improved. I think of the three BF4 is my favorite. It's not often I've played a video game and had a "whoa" moment, but I did with BF4. Very cool stuff.
You have to install a game to be able to play it. You can't just slide the disc in and go, at least not the first time. The games are very large and it takes a bit for them to install, but I think that's a small price to pay for easier switching in the future. Honestly, I would prefer everything to be digital and not require a disc. I'm saddened that Microsoft backed off on that. "Xbox... play whatever game I want" is much preferred to "now where is that game disc so I can shove it into the machine"?
I've not given the Kinect a full run yet. I'll probably try out the exercise game and the new Kinect Sports sample tomorrow. I'm curious as to how well the motion tracking is. Oh, I will say this though, the Kinect had absolutely no problem whatsoever properly identifying me in a completely dark room other than the light from the TV. I walked into the Kinect's field of view and up popped "Hi, Jeff..." Just so you know, if you turn the Kinect on and you're not in its field of view it won't log you in. But once the Kinect sees you it will identify you and log you in. Pretty sweet I think, and I think you can change these settings as well.
Anyhoo, that's what I have for now. If you're on the fence about getting an Xbox One, I'd say go ahead and swing that other leg over and just do it. I don't know how you could possibly be disappointed with it. In fact, I think you'll be more impressed with it than you ever thought you could be. It's a great system and it's just the beginning of a very cool entertainment future.
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I normally keep my Xbox in my basement for gaming, but when the One arrived my wife actually suggested we put it in the living room to see how the whole integrated experience worked. We both love it so much in the living room that we are currently looking for another for the basement :)
The Kinect voice commands is what really makes this console shine for the non-gamer. Anyone can easily turn it on just with the command "Xbox On". What I didn't realize until I got everything hooked up was that the One also turns on our surround sound receiver and TV at the same time - no more having to switch HDMI inputs on the remote! We can be watching TV and decide to switch to Netflix with just the "Xbox go to Netflix" command. Like I said, it's the Kinect that really makes this console shine in the living room.
As for gaming, I bought the two games I religiously purchase - Forza 5 and Call of Duty Ghosts. The speed, graphics and sound are stunning! Again, it's a breeze to jump into a game and back to TV within seconds or vice-versa. This just wasn't possible with the 360.
No one I know really used the Kinect on the 360, but this new Kinect is so good that we don't hesitate to use it. People complained that the Xbox One was $100 more than the PS4 and that extra cost was the Kinect, which people thought wouldn't be used and should be sold separately. If the Xbox One didn't come with the Kinect I doubt my non-gamer spouse would want to keep it in the living room. Our living room is starting to feel like something from the future :)
Major improvement to Kinect
It is obvious that Microsoft realized that the Kinect sensor required both a dramatic voice command recognition upgrade as well as the elimination of the neck and motor system that the Xbox 360's Kinect sensor relied on. No longer does it move after the initial setup like the 360 Kinect. Also unlike the 360 Kinect, if you move, the sensor will shift it's focus to keep you in sight, so it's a dream when using Skype (I expand upon Skype in this review in a bit) Also, as other reviewers have mentioned, the kinect is not required to be connected to use the console.
Controller
The controller for the Xbox One has a much less drastic feel refresh than that of the Dualshock 4, but to me, the Xbox controllers were always more comfortable to use than the controllers for PlayStation systems up to and including PS3. That said, the removal of the "battery bump" on the back does make it more comfortable to hold for long sessions and the redesigned triggers feel more natural to use as well as leaving the fingers feeling a bit less fatigued around the joints.
Interface
This one is an improvement in areas and slightly in need of tweaking in others. The major improvement noticeable immediately is the near-absence of ads on the home screen. Yes, there are one or two spaces for ads, but for the most part, the ads are in the stores containing the relevant content, so they are less intrusive and more intuitive, presenting a clean, yet fairly easy to navigate experience overall. The one or two ads that do show up in the home screen have, from what I've seen so far, tend to focus mostly on upcoming titles or accessories rather than random ads that start making noise when you scroll over them.
Skype
Yes, Skype is available on the Xbox One and, although it still needs work for adding relevant features, it works remarkably well. As mentioned in my examination of the Kinect sensor three paragraphs up, the ability of the sensor to track you and keep you in frame is a great capability upgrade that I didn't notice with the 360 Kinect sensor.
As updates come out for the console, I will likely add relevant points to the review.
A friend of mine was lucky to get an Xbox One on the 20th and we both had some time to sit down with it. The system is a lot bigger than other hardware you may have in your living room. Also, make sure to make space for the "power brick" as this is not internal. The design of the Xbox One, however big, still is a very nice clean design that will look sharp in every living room.
The controller is great. Anyone that has used a Xbox 360 controller will feel right at home. The response on the thumb sticks may seem more sanative than before, but it is easy to adjust. Playing games like Forza and having the rumble feature in the triggers is a great addition, one I know gamers will love. I just hope more games in the future take this feature and expand on it.
The launch titles, Dead Rising, Call of Duty, and Forza are all good titles. There are other selections such as battlefield, Ryse, and Killer instinct. The library is varied and there is something for everyone.
The camera feature is the Xbox One's greatest selling point, if you indeed want this feature. The camera is near perfect with voice recognition, but will still have trouble listening to multiple people and static background noise. You can tell the Xbox to "stop listening" which can help with these issues.
Xbox streaming is unavailable at launch and I am very disappointed with this. I really wanted to do some Twitch streaming with the 1080P camera. As well, some Canadian cable boxes are not supported for the Xbox One as of yet! Unlike the American providers, not all Canadian providers have jumped on board just yet. So beware if this was a huge feature for you!!
Overall I am very pleased and can't wait to receive my own Xbox One. With my Late PS4 (Dropped at my door step in the middle of winter) I am a bit sad that Amazon could not deliver my day one for "day one." I guess I will enjoy my system that much more once it arrives.
The Xbox One is a good choice, but it still seems the system needed another few months to get all their main features up and running.
Un-boxing and setup was a breeze. The console fits in nicely with the rest of my media equipment, and is pretty darn quiet.
The user interface / kinect control is excellent and even though there is room for improvement, it's works very well in my small living room . I really like being able to swap instantly from TV to gaming with a simple command. It works pretty well for me. I can't wait until Microsoft has the guide working in Canada.
There can be some frustration with how things work as compared to how the 360 (like party chats and multi-player invites, controller battery status) , but it is the first software version of a new generation of gaming.
The graphics, game DVR, multi-tasking abilities are amazing and as the operating system improves, it can only get better.