Xbox One doesn't come with a headset because it includes Kinect, Microsoft explains

[Baktiar]

The Xbox One doesn't come with a headset because it includes Kinect, Microsoft has explained.

While the cheaper 4GB Xbox 360 models do not come with a headset, the high-end Xbox 360 models do, which led some to wonder whether Microsoft would pack one in with each £429 Xbox One.

Microsoft isn't, the company confirmed. And, it explained to Ars Technica, that's because each Xbox One console comes with the new Kinect, which itself includes a microphone.

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.

Of course, without a headset you'll run other players' voices through your standard speakers. The PlayStation 4 includes a basic mono earbud and microphone with each system, but it does not include the PlayStation Camera.

The Xbox One uses a proprietary jack while the PS4 has a standard microphone jack.

The Xbox One headset, sold separately, is called the Xbox One Chat Headset. Microsoft is yet to announce a price for it.

If you don't fancy that, there are some third-party options, courtesy of Turtle Beach.

UPDATE:
Microsoft has announced that you will be able to keep using your Xbox 360 headset with Xbox One after all - although you'll need an adaptor to do so.

The new information emerged last ***ht via the official Xbox Support Twitter account

We are working to develop an adapter for current wired headsets to connect. More details as we approach launch.

Source: http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/20...osoft-explains

It's been doing big rounds over the internet, but none of this would've happened if Microsoft weren't dicks and allowed all forms of headsets/headphones compatible with Ecboc One not just their owns and other companies who can afford their bs license.

[Johnny Bravo]

This is one complete failure of a console. I hate the sound of Kinect mics...

MICROSOFT WHAT THE FUCK ARE YOU DOING?!?!

[Slowduck]

Thats the stupidest thing ever. The kinect is the most obnoxious thing every to hear people talk through (sorry demon). And the fact that you have to BUY a fucking adapter is freaking ridiculous.

[Grey]

Microsoft needs to step up their game before they get stomped on at release

[Grpeephole303]

Anyone with a playstation Move as their mic instantly gets muted by me.... so this is a horrible idea

[T.B.W]

Lol you can barely hear people out the kinect mic

[Slowduck]

Lol you can barely hear people out the kinect mic

No you can hear them fine its just all the fucking background noise that's obnoxious.

[§link]

My god. I'm like, so done with Microsofts up and down business. PS4, here I come.

[Bot]

My god. I'm like, so done with Microsofts up and down business. PS4, here I come.

Because they wont bundle a headset?