Microsoft revealed their next-gen console earlier today, called the "Xbox One," and its wide array of technical upgrades.
Microsoft's Marc Whitten announced that the console will feature 8GB of RAM and an 8-Core CPU. The console will utilize 64-bit architecture and will achieve "practically silent operation," Whitten said.
The Xbox One will also include built-in WiFi Direct, be enabled for USB 3.0 and feature a Blu-ray optical drive.
And even more interesting was the announcement that the Xbox One will run on three separate operating systems. The first will be a greatly improved version of the previous Xbox OS, the second is a kernel of Windows 8, while the third is a brand new OS that will connect the two for a seamless experience.
The Xbox One will utilize an included Kinect system for navigation and gameplay. The Kinect 2.0 will include an integrated camera with a wider field-of-view, a sensor that can detect joints and finer motor movements, including wrist and shoulder rotations, and can even read a user's heartbeat while exercising.
The new Kinect 2.0 will also be far more accurate, capable of sending over 2 gigabites of data per second.
The Xbox One controller features a new ergonomic design with an improved battery compartment. The controller's triggers will now feature dynamic impulse feedback. Lastly, the D-Pad has gotten a substantial makeover.
Outside of the hardware, the new and improved Xbox Live service will utilize over 300,000 servers. It will also be tied to a cloud system that will automatically backup game save files and media, allowing you to access movies, music and data from any location.
The Xbox One has been confirmed for a late 2013 release, although no specific date has been set. A price point for the new console has yet to be announced.
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