[XB1] Official Xbox One Thread

[KNUBB]

I know it's for an entirely different argument for a different day, but why does our Internet suck such dick here? Why is it that Thailand has Internet speeds that mushroom stamp ours?

Had a brief discussion on it in the Google Fiber thread

 

[padman59]

I know it's for an entirely different argument for a different day, but why does our Internet suck such dick here? Why is it that Thailand has Internet speeds that mushroom stamp ours?

 

[jms493]

Pachter thinks that Microsoft might lead the charge to improve the broadband infrastructure in the US because of their entertainment strategy with the next Xbox. (at the 11 minute mark in the video)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QP-KM7Quk94

Interesting thought. It would be great if something got the ISPs to get off their asses and provide better internet services at better prices, but I'm skeptical that the Xbox would be enough to be the catalyst for such a change.

Part 2

 

[killgod]

Not enough of the right people voicing their opinion about it.

And you know about who I mean because the conglomerate that runs the shit KNOWS that the mountains of people who want to watch stupid cat videos, porn and stream movies will pony up to continue to do so.

Just ask MrBill, it's cause they can't afford to it. How else are they supposed to make billions if they have to spend it on improving old infrastructure? Insanity I tell you!

 

[jms493]

I just speedtested last nite. 60 down 10 up. Seems sufficient.

 

[killgod]

I just speedtested last nite. 60 down 10 up. Seems sufficient.

it is, but that's well beyond the national averages in our countries. We also pay damn near the highest on the planet for Mbps:$. Paying something like 6-7$ each, many countries are 30% of that.

 

[jms493]

Why would I live somewhere with slow internet...

 

[killgod]

Why would I live somewhere with slow internet...

You gotta look bigger picture, having awesome internet is great...playing people with shitty internet brings you down to their level.

You want everyone having better internet because it's better for you.

 

[jms493]

You gotta look bigger picture, having awesome internet is great...playing people with shitty internet brings you down to their level.

You want everyone having better internet because it's better for you.

I was trying to impersonate that douche from M$ on twatter...

 

[killgod]

well then. :moonwalk:

 

[Swarley]

I just speedtested last nite. 60 down 10 up. Seems sufficient.

:huh:

 

[Epidemik]

Next Xbox reveal due 21st May, costs $500 or $300 with a subscription, reports suggest

By Tom Phillips Published Monday, 8 April 2013

Microsoft will reveal its next-generation Xbox at an event on 21st May, multiple reports have suggested.

The console will launch in "early November", seasoned Microsoft analyst Paul Thurrot has revealed. These details have been independently backed up by The Verge.

Named just "Xbox", Microsoft's machine will be "expensive" and cost around $500 (roughly £326, although likely higher in the UK). A lower price $300 (£195) model will also be available with some form of subscription.
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Veteran Microsoft watcher Paul Thurrot in action.

Regarding the console's rumoured "always-online" component, Thurrot reiterated what we knew already - that previous Microsoft design documents have mentioned the feature.

"Looking at some of the stuff I got a long time ago, it actually says 'must be internet-connected to use' in the notes," Thurrot claimed. "And that's all I have, but it does say that."

Recently-leaked internal documentation dated to last year referenced the console's "always on, always connected" design.

Microsoft was coy in its apology for comments made by senior employee Adam Orth last week that appeared to support an "always on" console. The company's statement was careful to apologise for Orth's poorly chosen words while steering clear of addressing the subject in general.

Thurrot's report also mentioned two other unannounced Xbox-branded machines. One, code-named "Yumo", was to be an Xbox device purely for entertainment apps, rather than games. The product has seemingly been canned to avoid confusing consumers.

The other machine is a new budget-priced Xbox 360 model, code-named "Stingray". Due for release later this year, the device will cost just $99 (£65). Thurrot suggested this may mean Microsoft's new Xbox would not play Xbox 360 games.

Microsoft told Eurogamer it "does not comment on rumour or speculation".

http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2...or-usd300-with-a-subscription-reports-suggest

 

[Twigg4075]

I just speedtested last nite. 60 down 10 up. Seems sufficient.

Unfortunately you're in the minority.

 

[Twigg4075]

If that subscription model things is true and it is similar to what they are offering now they can fuck off.

 

[IamMedellin]

did this twigga just quote himself?

 

[Twigg4075]

No clue how that happened.

 

[Swarley]

VG Leaks: BC for NextBox to be an add on, can play offline

Microsoft is working hard in its new strategy for the next years. The company wants to expand its Xbox brand with two new Xbox. One would be next-gen, the other one would be a new redesign for Xbox 360. Take in mind the Wii Mini, MS would like to offer something similar to Nintendo. This cheap model would be focused as a set top box product, although you will be able to load games too, but the games should be load directly from the HDD. This Xbox wouldn’t have disc drive.

We have received new information about the latest Xbox Roadmap. Our source unveils new details for Durango, Xbox mini and the Microsoft strategy; moreover we don’t forget Kinect 2.0.

Xbox Mini

The “Xbox Mini” is not a 360 add-on, it is a stand alone product that contains Xbox 360 functions for gaming, and alone it is meant to compete with Apple TV. Since it is likely it will not have a disc drive, it is being designed with “always online” in mind, and with internet being required for Live functions. Xbox 360 Games can be played on it by purchasing Games on Demand on Xbox Live (for new purchases) or if already purchased, simply download it. This also applies to music and movies. To further clarify, the Durango will also have these (TV) functions, just with next-genration gaming hardware instead of Xbox 360 at a higher price.

When used with Durango, it offers connectivity with it for backwards compatibility with both disc based and On Demand games, and it’s no more different than what Sony will be doing with Gaikai for playing PS3 games on PS4, only with Xbox it will be done locally and not through the cloud. You can control the Xbox Mini under a single interface and not have to worry about switching between devices in a single display input.

These connectivity functions cannot work with existing Xbox 360 units due to the difference in external interface. The Xbox Mini was designed for this along side Durango.

Microsoft expands its Xbox brand

Getting to the point there are going to be two console as part of the redesigned “Xbox Line” of products. A repackaged and reoriented Xbox 360 unit and the new “Durango” gaming console, both designed to compete with more than Sony in gaming, but against Apple as well.

When the Durango (game machine) launches, it will not support backwards compatibility for 360 games out of the box. Instead, this functionality will come from the other unit that will be networked with the Durango to provide this (not unlike the DVD add-on for the original Xbox).

The purpose of the smaller Xbox unit is to compete with Apple TV, but also provides XBLA and 360 game support which will give it an edge over Apple TV. The rumors of “always online required” comes from the smaller Xbox unit which may not have a disc drive and like Apple TV it would require a network connection and internet to provide any real functionality. It may be possible they will design both consoles to be stackable.

Durango itself will also always be online like any other device (correct with rumors), but it will not be a requirement to play local content and it will not prevent playing used games. Putting in an Xbox 360 disc into Durango will prompt the user to attach the supporting device that is sold separately. By separating the two devices and their functions it will ensure price competitiveness for both pieces of hardware. Microsoft’s delay in announcing these products from April goes more inline with not having a physical set of devices to show (among specification updates), which should be ready by May or June when this information is officially released.

The price goal of the smaller Xbox is $149 or lower and it is likely to not have a disc drive and would require a network connection. Durango will be priced competitively according to PS4′s price.

Kinect 2.0

A different department within Xbox handles Kinect hardware and software. The focus was more on developing and networking both consoles with Kinect more of an after thought at that point, considering dealing with it would be less of an issue even with hardware changes to the main console hardware. Kinect isn’t the primary focus.

The development kits required several pieces of hardware as to combine all “potential” hardware which may or may not be required to work with each other, which also includes the potential for any or all devices to required a network connection, which is where most of the “required” rumors are coming from.

http://www.vgleaks.com/microsoft-xbox-roadmap-2013/

 

[Handleit_44]

Following Twitter Tirade, Microsoft Creative Director Adam Orth No Longer With Microsoft

If the first rule of public speaking is to know your audience, then the first rule of Twitter is to realize that you are speaking publicly. Last week, Game Informer shared a rumor that the next Xbox would require an active internet connection at all times. Following that, Microsoft creative director Adam Orth (pictured above in his Twitter profile image) took to Twitter with some impolitic thoughts on the matter.

Game Informer has learned from sources close to the matter that Orth is no longer with Microsoft. A call to Microsoft's main switchboard confirmed this fact. Our sources, who wish to remain anonymous, suggest that Orth resigned in the wake of last week's events. We haven't been able to confirm whether this was a voluntary or forced resignation.

Microsoft isn't commenting on the "always on" rumor or today's talk of a May 21 reveal for the console. We can't say for sure if Orth's "deal with it" approach is confirmation that users will need to be online (though with news emerging today of television integration, it's becoming more likely), but we can safely assume that his employer didn't appreciate him commenting on the matter. The company issued the following apology last week in response:

"We apologize for the inappropriate comments made by an employee on Twitter yesterday. This person is not a spokesperson for Microsoft, and his personal views do not reflect the customer centric approach we take to our products or how we would communicate directly with our loyal consumers. We are very sorry if this offended anyone, however we have not made any announcements about our product roadmap, and have no further comment on this matter."

We have contacted Microsoft and Orth regarding his departure, and will update the story with their responses should they provide them.

https://www.gameinformer.com/b/news...rosoft-designer-adam-orth-has-been-fired.aspx

 

[Atlas]

VG Leaks: BC for NextBox to be an add on, can play offline



http://www.vgleaks.com/microsoft-xbox-roadmap-2013/

interest piqued...

 

[Swarley]

interest piqued...

I want to say this is an intentional "leak" after the monumental amount of backlash they've received in the past week or so. There were a few sites this morning that broke "leaks" that were all pretty common with the info.