Microsoft unveils Xbox 'Kinect' motion controller


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Microsoft unveils Xbox 'Kinect' motion controller

By Daniel Emery

Microsoft has revealed final details of its Xbox 360 hands-free motion control system, which it has rebranded Kinect. The device, which was originally codenamed Project Natal, was showcased ahead of the opening of the E3 games expo, which starts on 15 June in LA.

Microsoft has said Kinect will hit shelves before the end of the year. It will face competition from Sony's PlayStation Move controller and Nintendo's upgraded WiiMotion Plus. Both are expected to feature at the E3 expo, which runs from 15-17 June.

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Kinect was shown off at a glitzy event alongside compatible games, which support the new hands-free interface and, in some cases, the facial and voice recognition capabilities

Story: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/10284289.stm

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