The Kinect for Xbox and Xbox 360 is a companion unit that has the promise of making the game controllers obsolete. Originally known as Project Natal, Xbox Kinect is capable of capturing player movement and incorporating it with the Kinect video games being played. The technology was inspired by the same technology behind the Nintendo Wii remote control and MotionPlus system. However, the Kinect is much better than the Wii in some obvious ways.

The Xbox Kinect unit is a horizontal bar attached to a base with a pivot that is motorized. The Kinect is designed to sit below the TV screen. The components of the device feature an RGB camera, a depth sensor, and a multi-array microphone. These features make the Kinect for Xbox very capable of capturing 3D voice and motion, as well as facial recognition. In addition to its playability, the Kinect also allows for free video chat with a headset via Xbox Live.

The depth sensor has the power to see in 3D regardless of any light condition due to its infrared projector and monochrome CMOS sensor. In terms of the sensor’s detection range, it has the power to calibrate the physical environment around the player with the help of the Kinect software. So in addition to the player, they can also feel the presence of other things like the living room table, plants, and even their pets within their vision range. With the advanced technology of the Xbox Kinect, you can track at least six people simultaneously making the gaming experience fun with friends and family. It doesn’t matter if you have a large or congested space, as long as you are within the 3.9 to 11 foot range, the fun is still ready for you to enjoy Kinect games.

As complex as it may sound, the goal of the Xbox Kinect is simple: bring high-tech fun to the comforts of your own living room. Your gaming experience will break the limits of button usage and wired limits. Xbox Kinect is the next generation of games. There are games to watch out for and there are reliable Kinect accessories on the market today that add to its looks and durability.