The Xbox One was one of the most awaited releases this year and it’s finally done. Xbox One is surely a ‘game changer’ as the new Xbox not only concentrates in allowing you to play high-end games but also use the device to spend quality time with your family though its many non-gaming features.
Microsoft also announced couple of games that you can enjoy on the new Xbox One. Forza 5, Quantum Break, Fifa 14, Madden 25, and NBA Live 14 will all be available to you next year. The very first game that will available for the Xbox One will Call of Duty: Ghosts.
What we want to share with you is how Xbox One can become an integral part for your life. Here are some of the cool features you get with the Xbox One:
Windows 8 Feel
The Snap mode which is available on Windows 8 is also available on Xbox One. The feature allows you to snap the apps to one side of the screen. It will let you surf on the internet while watching TV. Also, it will seamlessly allow you to make Skype calls while you play your favorite games.
Kinect
Microsoft had first Kinect available with the Xbox 360 which was released 8 years ago. Now, Microsoft is offering much improved Kinect with the new Xbox One. It houses a 1080p cam that is able to easily detect gestures. The sensor can detect motions much better than before. It also recognizes voice commands. Kinect allows you to automatically sign in to by simply saying ‘Xbox on’.
Watch TV
After you finish playing a game on your gaming console, you will want to watch TV. However, switching cables repeatedly is quite inconvenient. The Xbox One makes the process quite easy as it does not require you to switch inputs. The cable TV wire can be connected to the Xbox One machine. Without switching cables, you can simply switch between playing games and watching TV through Xbox One’s interface.
Xbox Live
By paying a small fee, you can enjoy multiplayer games as well as access digital media services through the Xbox Live service on Xbox One. Some of the services include voice chat, avatars, downloadable content, Xbox Video, Xbox Music, Internet and many more.
Game DVR
This feature will definitely interest gamers. It allows you to capture all the magic moments while you play your favorite games. The captures are all stored on cloud storage.
Improved Controller
The Xbox One controller appears similar to the Xbox 360 controller. It comes with a new d-pad and vibrating trigger buttons. It allows you to add haptic feedback for any instance which will make the gameplay all the more exciting.