Xbox One launching in November for $500

ya but shouldn't u have a choice if u want kinect or not im a huge Xbox fan i just don't like kinect i think its a wast of money i think ill wait tell i can get a Xbox one with out it my be $400 or less after that sory Xbox fans

Lets compare XBOX One with XBOX 360.

On XBOX 360 I can share my games with an infinite number of family members and friends. I can sell XBOX 360 games to anyone, anywhere, at anytime. You can trade in your games to any store accepting them for credit without restrictions or conditions. Games do not need to be authenticated online, or installed to the hard drive. Internet is not required for XBOX 360.

On XBOX 360 you are not forced to pay for something you do not want, nor need i.e. Kinect, effectively causing you to pay a higher price for no reason at all.

XBOX One can do none of these things. It's a step back, not a leap forward. PS4 allows you to do all of this and more, it's truly next gen.

If Demo games for XBOX ONE were played on PC, how we may know about characteristics of the console?

I dont think a lot of people are really looking at what the Xbox one offers. I think a lot of people are seeing the console with a tint because of the things they believe.

1. Xbox One will not block used games, their policy is the same as Sonys

2.While you do need to connect every 24 hours, it has been confirmed that you can even use a cell phone to make the required ping.

3. The sharing of games has several cool options, Up to 10 chosen "family" can access your entire library from anywhere. (this is limited to one of these people on a given game at a time though, and this does not block you from playing). You share your library of games with anyone using the same xbox (provided you want to). Your Xbox Gold will share with people on the same box. And also the one people are worried about is that outside the ones above you can share a given game with a person once, but that is the game can be shared with a given person once, but that is still multiple sharings.

4 Kinect while included with every system and must be plugged into the system. However every feature of the kinect can be turned off.

These things are not as bad as it seems, Im not saying they are all great policies, but i think more the lack of clarity and explanation has caused problems than some of the actual policies. Oh and i just want to point out that smartglass is an app for Tablets and phones, it is not its own device.

And just to help here are references.

1. http://news.xbox.com/2013/06/license
2.http://www.oxm.co.uk/56259/xbox-one-online-authentication-uses-kilobytes-of-data-phil-harrison/
3 a. http://news.xbox.com/2013/06/license
3 b. http://arstechnica.com/gaming/2013/06/microsoft-defends-the-xbox-ones-licensing-used-game-policies/
4. http://news.xbox.com/2013/06/privacy

http://www.theverge.com/2013/6/12/4422014/xbox-360-is-offline-alternative-to-xbox-one

xbox one fall

nope just answering his question. I'm not some apologist for anybody just somebody who doesn't get the hate hype train. As I have said before if you don't like something don't post all over the page leave it for the people who enjoy it. Are either you are Compman getting paid to bash Microsoft???

Not really just hate to see unintelligent conversation continued. You asked a question I gave you the simple and obvious answer.

I don't need the explanation "Bro". Couldn't tell you the last time i lent a friend a game generally we all buy ours new together and play from launch.

Actually i'm a thinking consumer who sees not much difference between this and steam, other than price. No fanboyism none of that I see a entertainment medium that I have loved continue to spiral with increased costs and people looking out only for themselves. When we as 'Gamers' cheer for studios closing by the dozen and only care about paying the least amount for our entertainment then things like "Free to win" games start popping up more and more resulting in the loss of good games. Also wasn't aware that Microsoft closed their servers pretty sure they just added a bunch. I just think people need to wait till all details are out and stop jumping to conclusions following someone else's opinion. This is a page dedicated to Xbox stop trolling cause it seems cool these days and if you don't like it don't read it.

i cant believe thsi crap, The usa is only paying £300 for their xbox one ( $ exchange rate is about %60 of pound), and we have to pay £429! Such BS, why do they rob us blind at every corner?

Eh for anyone who still cares here is another website showing who's more powerful of the 2 or 3 because some how they put in there the WII U as well. http://www.ibtimes.com/ps4-vs-xbox-one-vs-wii-u-how-microsoft-sony-nintendo-consoles-stack-specs-price-what-they-look

$500 + taxes + a video game + being suckered into buying the in-store warranty = :-(

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http://openchannel.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/06/11/18887491-fbi-sharply-increases-use-of-patriot-act-provision-to-collect-us-citizens-records?lite

And the fun doesn't stop.

"Taken together, experts say, those revelations show the government has broadly interpreted the Patriot Act provision as enabling it to collect data not just on specific individuals, but on millions of Americans with no suspected terrorist connections."

And you people worry about the Xbox One.. Microsoft is just going with the flow.

Sorry Microsoft, but unless you get rid of all the crap that's limiting me as a consumer and until you stop treating your customers like criminals with online checks everyday you won't get my money. Specially at $500, PS4 is looking more tempting as time goes along.

-No used game buying/selling restrictions

-Can share games with friends/family

-No mandatory online connection required

-No 24-hour check-in authentication

-No mandatory game installs

-Region-Free

-User serviceable/upgradeable HDD

-No online subscription to access services you already pay for (Netflix, etc)

-More powerful CPU and nearly 2x faster RAM

-No required or cost-increasing camera accessory

-$100 less

PS4 absolutely owned the Xbox One. Micro$haft can try to deflect all the (well justified) heat with as many good games as they want, but for most gamers it comes down to ethics, consumer rights and value. Only ‘ONE’ of these systems respects these principals…

Console wars are so insignificant. I'm sticking with my 360 and will end up getting an Xbone a few years from now. The entire internet is suddenly against a console for trying to relate to more people. It's became a multimedia device now while Sony is featureless and just plays games. That's cool.

Gamespot must be in panic mode or as blind as liberals concerning NSA violations......

The lead story right now should be the curb-stomping that was delivered to Microsoft last night by Sony. I have a feeling that price point that was posted by Microsoft yesterday may change now. In fact, it better change if they want to attempt to salvage/survive the "Red Wedding" they experienced last night.......... I love Microsoft, I have been a customer since 2003. I even got a nice email from them yesterday reminding me of that and pointing me to the unused link to pre-order the Rob Stark-Box........ what a shame..............

For the record, the last Sony product I bought was a PSP back in 2005. I am an Xbox fan. But this fall, I will buy the best system deal I can find that will play the next release of the Elder Scrolls franchise. My decision will no longer be based on manufacturer as I have done so in the past. The fat lady has sung.....

so exactly what happens if I cant check in every 24 hours ?.

So if I live out in the Boonies where there is no internet I won't be able to buy a disc game and play it??? :(

MS CEO: All you Xbox fans are criminals and we have to watch you and make you check in every day to make sure you're up to no good.

MS customer: I buy all my games new. Why do I have to check in every day?

MS CEO: Because you are part of the 99%. You are all criminal scum and beneath me.

MS Customer: Yes sir. I will obey your every command.

So... Is this the top story over PS4 costing $400 because we're all supposed to laugh at the worse price-tag, or because MS bought and paid for the top spot in a vain attempt at exciting somebody?

At the risk of sounding like a troll, Microsoft's nonsense in the coming generation will allow me to focus my time and money on my 3DS, WiiU, and the upcoming PS4. Maybe my backlog won't be as big.

Why is this article still the top story on Gamespot? The news in this article is so inferior to what other news we've heard in the last 24 hours.