Kinect for Windows arrives with "near mode"

[Tom172]

Microsoft today released a Windows PC version of its Kinect gesture controller.

At the moment, the device only appears to be on sale in the US, although a UK launch is expected. In the US, the hardware is priced at $249 on Amazon or via the Microsoft store. The company has yet to get back to us with UK pricing or availability.

Microsoft defended the price compared to the £90 for the Kinect system for Xbox, saying the console version is subsidised by games purchases and Xbox Live subscriptions.

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[Jack]

Am I the only one who has a small screen (19 inch) at my desktop ??

 

[Tom172]

It's just such a gimmick. It makes sense for Xbox 360 but for Windows it just seems daft. Who knows though maybe something interesting will be come out of it.

 

[HeffeD]

Am I the only one who has a small screen (19 inch) at my desktop ??

No, I also have a 19" monitor. I think it's perfectly adequate for desktop use.

 

[Jack]

No, I also have a 19" monitor. I think it's perfectly adequate for desktop use.

I've asked because I can't image we would really take full advantage of Kinect for Windows on such a small screen......

 

[Prorootect]

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Jack Wrote:
'Am I the only one who has a small screen (19 inch) at my desktop ??'

No, I have a 17" little monitor, sufficient for me.

I hate the large screens, I believe that these are only to suck our money.

- As kinect - I think it's a ridiculous gadget - to suck our money.
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[HeffeD]

I've asked because I can't image we would really take full advantage of Kinect for Windows on such a small screen......

Yeah, not planning on getting a Kinect. For Xbox or the PC.