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December 2013
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The editors liked
Tracks a larger room area
Gesture control is more versatile
Better in uneven or no light
Improved videochat
Microsoft's Xbox One offers impressive graphics and a solid list of exclusive 2015 titles. The Microsoft console currently edges ahead of the PS4 with a better selection of media apps. The console's fall-2015 dashboard update is a noticeable improvement
This more affordable Xbox One bundle drops the Kinect and matches the price of the PS4. Microsoft has also killed the paid Xbox Live Gold requirement to access entertainment apps
Beautiful graphics
Great gameplay experience
Subtly redesigned
Extraordinarily comfortable controller
Blu-ray disc playback
HDMI input for pass-through from Freeview/Sky decoder
Full web browser
YouTube support
Skype calling and other apps
Great interface
Kinect is impressive
Snapping works
Strong launch lineup
Easy video sharing
The editors didn't like
Kinect must be connected to console
Not built into one
Gesture control still a novelty to many
"Xbox
Go home" voice command
The Xbox One's new interface is still more convoluted than the PS4's. In general
The PS4 delivers slightly better installation times
Graphics and performance on cross-platform games. The Xbox One also lags behind the PS4 in its selection of indie games
The Xbox One's dashboard is still confusing at times and the PS4 generally delivers slightly better graphics and performance on multiplatform games so far. Selection of must-have titles is still weak compared to that of previous generation consoles
Menu system is an awkward mix of 360 and Windows 8
Space-hungry
Will not stand up on its end in ‘tower style'
Not compatible with Xbox 360 headsets
Some features currently missing for NZ users (voice commands
Published: 2014-06-07, Author: Jeff , review by: cnet.com.au
This more affordable Xbox One bundle drops the Kinect and matches the price of the PS4. Microsoft has also killed the paid Xbox Live Gold requirement to access entertainment apps
The Xbox One's dashboard is still confusing at times and the PS4 generally delivers slightly better graphics and performance on multiplatform games so far. Selection of must-have titles is still weak compared to that of previous generation consoles
The cheaper, no-Kinect version of the Xbox One gives buyers a better deal by eliminating the one part of the console they probably didn't want to begin with -- but the PS4 remains a compelling alternative....
Great interface, Kinect is impressive, Snapping works, Strong launch lineup, Easy video sharing
Gold paywall, Controller still uses batteries, No OneGuide in UK
The Xbox One wants to be everything to everyone. Games, movies and music, its lofty ambition is to put all your entertainment in one box. Does Xbox One truly make you master and commander of the living room, or is it all more trouble than it's worth? Allo...
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Abstract: The two machines are also remarkably similar. Both have eschewed the custom-made chips found in older consoles, in favour of components that are largely stock PC parts, and while there are subtle differences, on paper they are close to identical.Where the...
Beautiful graphics, great gameplay experience, Subtly redesigned, extraordinarily comfortable controller, Blu-ray disc playback, HDMI input for pass-through from Freeview/Sky decoder, Full web browser, YouTube support, Skype calling and other apps
Menu system is an awkward mix of 360 and Windows 8, Space-hungry, will not stand up on its end in ‘tower style', Not compatible with Xbox 360 headsets, Some features currently missing for NZ users (voice commands, EPG)
A suitable replacement for the Xbox 360, and one possible way to tie all your home entertainment together. The interface needs some work, though, and a future ‘slimmed down' version would be very welcome...
Published: 2013-11-21, Author: Mark , review by: gizmodo.com.au
Abstract: Consoles become part of your life. You'll build a home together, share experiences. You will change, you both will. Your expectations will evolve. As the years drift past you'll become different people; the initial passion will fade and transform into som...
A great piece of hardware, just waiting for great games to match...
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Published: 2013-11-20, Author: Alex , review by: fatducktech.com
All over the planet as I write this, debate rages furiously on gaming forums between those who have staked their flags in the Microsoft or Sony camps.Actually, now that I think of it, there are far more camps than that. For the sake of not igniting argume...
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Published: 2013-11-20, Author: Eric , review by: gizmodo.com.au
Not yet. It's generally dumb to buy any new console right at launch. PS4's have been having issues with a “blue light of death,” and for all we know the Xbox One could have its own issues as well; the sting of the red ring of death is still fresh in most...
