I just assumed it was compatible with Xbone. What I find frustrating is that it isn't recognized by Windows as a keyboard. There is a workaround, but it's a big one. I just wanted to use it to type in games when in Big Picture Mode.
Games don't really interest me very much, it's just for slow casual fun, but at £199 it seemed pretty silly not to buy one, and the whole ps4/xb1 debate was swayed pretty easily by the appeal of win 10 coming to the platform.
They've been saying stuff like that about the XB1 ever since it came out: "Kinect is a killer app!" "The HDMI Passthrough and TV integration are amazing!"
And as we all know, that didn't prevent the XB1 from failing hard in most markets.
Neither will this, since it doesn't change any of the reasons as to why the XB1 is a flop.
It's underpowered. For hardcore gamers both the PS4 or a PC is a better choice.
And casual gamers are better off getting either a WiiU or even an iPad in many cases.
Microsoft was really dumb to let Sony get that much better of a GPU in there! They were really screwing up when this thing got designed.
Seems like the new chief is doing a much better job, actually focusing on cool stuff. Backwards compatibility is the 'killer app' for me, although I'm still kind of unclear on how this is working. DVR stuff is actually cool too, unlike Kinnect and the "feature" of not owning your games that the last guy thought would sell it LOL
I don't really understand why a large number of PC enthusiast would be interested in a PS4 (maybe they aren't). From my perspective the features and performance of a PS4 just seems largely redundant, they're all things PC's can easily do better, particularly the performance part. The only excuse I can think of might be a compelling PS4 exclusive, of which there are not many at this point. To me the Wii U compliments the PC gamer best out the 3 consoles.
Wii U is getting Nintendo's in-house exclusives, but that's pretty much it. Most games are youngster-friendly which is great for families with kids... but PS4 does have more "serious" 1st and 3rd party exclusives, and multiplatforms (which are almost non-existent on Wii U) are usually better executed than on XBO.
until someone brought that up, I never really thought about it that way - my PC definitely serves the majority of my gaming needs (plus it's cheaper, more DLC, free DLC, no monthly subscription to play even though I still have xBL) through my steam library of 300+ games. The only thing missing from my Pc gaming is couch co-op, which tends to be served by my Wii U when friends come over
I own an Xbox 1 and I'm with you that Kinect is lame and borderline pointless ("Xbox On" is a $100 feature AND it always consumes 20+ W of power - no point), and HDMI passthrough is also kind of silly.
The fact that the XB1 is a bit underpowered compared to the PS4 is also a nuisance, especially given the fat that they're almost the same hardware under the hood (just go with the GDDR5 and more GPU units next time, Microsoft!).
With that said, and even with XB1's slight inferiority in cross-platform games, it's still becoming a nice system to own. The UI is very easy to use, and it's getting more and more good games. Halo: MCC and Gears of War Ultimate were basically all it took for me to jump onboard. That an the price cuts, of course!
"The Store is also getting a makeover, as it did in Windows 10. With the new Windows 10 framework, Xbox One should be able to install Microsoft’s apps created with the universal app platform, assuming the dev does the UI work to make it function on the Xbox One and its unique inputs of a controller, and possibly Kinect."
Wow, seriously? That's kind of huge news, by console standards.
It's collecting a lot of info for sure, but you've got the ability to disable some of the more personally identifiable stuff. Dig through the settings a bit and don't let the FUD steer you off.
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khanikun - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Surprised that keyboard accessory wasn't available for launch. I mean, they had it for the 360.vFunct - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Yes the 360's keyboard accessory worked really well. I was hoping it was going to be part of the Xbox One's controller... too bad.nathanddrews - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
I just assumed it was compatible with Xbone. What I find frustrating is that it isn't recognized by Windows as a keyboard. There is a workaround, but it's a big one. I just wanted to use it to type in games when in Big Picture Mode.Laxaa - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
The Xbox One looks more tempting every day. The fall lineup is very strong.hughlle - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Games don't really interest me very much, it's just for slow casual fun, but at £199 it seemed pretty silly not to buy one, and the whole ps4/xb1 debate was swayed pretty easily by the appeal of win 10 coming to the platform.Flunk - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
If you're not into games, the Xbox One is definitely the console to have.h4rm0ny - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
What if you don't want your console to upgrade? Is there a choice?tygorn - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Who in their right mind would want the current UI over anything else?Also, you have to update or you can't go online.
Morawka - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Xbox might have fewer GPU resources, but damn they are making up for it with the software and hardware support.Windows 10 unified apps and DVR will really put the icing on the cake. and the backwards compatibility is already a "killer app"
V900 - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
They've been saying stuff like that about the XB1 ever since it came out: "Kinect is a killer app!" "The HDMI Passthrough and TV integration are amazing!"And as we all know, that didn't prevent the XB1 from failing hard in most markets.
Neither will this, since it doesn't change any of the reasons as to why the XB1 is a flop.
It's underpowered. For hardcore gamers both the PS4 or a PC is a better choice.
And casual gamers are better off getting either a WiiU or even an iPad in many cases.
hughlle - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
casual gamers are better off getting an ipad... :lol: rather sets the tone as to how seriously your comment should be taken...Something, i'm not sure what, about your post leads me to think that you are ever so slightly biased against the xbox :D
Wolfpup - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Microsoft was really dumb to let Sony get that much better of a GPU in there! They were really screwing up when this thing got designed.Seems like the new chief is doing a much better job, actually focusing on cool stuff. Backwards compatibility is the 'killer app' for me, although I'm still kind of unclear on how this is working. DVR stuff is actually cool too, unlike Kinnect and the "feature" of not owning your games that the last guy thought would sell it LOL
dragonsqrrl - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
I don't really understand why a large number of PC enthusiast would be interested in a PS4 (maybe they aren't). From my perspective the features and performance of a PS4 just seems largely redundant, they're all things PC's can easily do better, particularly the performance part. The only excuse I can think of might be a compelling PS4 exclusive, of which there are not many at this point. To me the Wii U compliments the PC gamer best out the 3 consoles.nikon133 - Thursday, August 6, 2015 - link
That depends on your taste in games.Wii U is getting Nintendo's in-house exclusives, but that's pretty much it. Most games are youngster-friendly which is great for families with kids... but PS4 does have more "serious" 1st and 3rd party exclusives, and multiplatforms (which are almost non-existent on Wii U) are usually better executed than on XBO.
Sushisamurai - Sunday, August 9, 2015 - link
until someone brought that up, I never really thought about it that way - my PC definitely serves the majority of my gaming needs (plus it's cheaper, more DLC, free DLC, no monthly subscription to play even though I still have xBL) through my steam library of 300+ games. The only thing missing from my Pc gaming is couch co-op, which tends to be served by my Wii U when friends come overSushisamurai - Sunday, August 9, 2015 - link
But yeah, Halo and GoW were enough to sway me to buy a XBOjiffylube1024 - Saturday, August 8, 2015 - link
I own an Xbox 1 and I'm with you that Kinect is lame and borderline pointless ("Xbox On" is a $100 feature AND it always consumes 20+ W of power - no point), and HDMI passthrough is also kind of silly.The fact that the XB1 is a bit underpowered compared to the PS4 is also a nuisance, especially given the fat that they're almost the same hardware under the hood (just go with the GDDR5 and more GPU units next time, Microsoft!).
With that said, and even with XB1's slight inferiority in cross-platform games, it's still becoming a nice system to own. The UI is very easy to use, and it's getting more and more good games. Halo: MCC and Gears of War Ultimate were basically all it took for me to jump onboard. That an the price cuts, of course!
Flunk - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Not for me, my console is about games. I already have a more full-featured box for other things.jabber - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
I haven't got either console but it seems from what I have read here and there that Sony have just given up on new features for the PS4?Wolfpup - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
"The Store is also getting a makeover, as it did in Windows 10. With the new Windows 10 framework, Xbox One should be able to install Microsoft’s apps created with the universal app platform, assuming the dev does the UI work to make it function on the Xbox One and its unique inputs of a controller, and possibly Kinect."Wow, seriously? That's kind of huge news, by console standards.
echelon2600 - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Then the XBox One will be out of our house in October.http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2015-08-02/surveilla...
Zan Lynx - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
It's nothing the Xbox One isn't already doing.N4g4rok - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
It's collecting a lot of info for sure, but you've got the ability to disable some of the more personally identifiable stuff. Dig through the settings a bit and don't let the FUD steer you off.jiffylube1024 - Saturday, August 8, 2015 - link
Unplug your Kinect then...AlucardX - Wednesday, August 5, 2015 - link
Hopefully the UI interaction speeds are much faster. It's real sluggish for me (also tried DNS change)