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Xbox One Costs $100 More Than Sony’s PS 4

By TechTaffy Desk

Xbox_OneMicrosoft revealed launch details for the next Xbox and entertainment system, called Xbox One at the  the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles.

Launching in 21 markets around the world in November 2013, every Xbox One system sold will include the Xbox One console, featuring a 500GB hard drive, Blu-ray player and built-in Wi-Fi, the new Kinect, one Xbox One Wireless Controller and a free 14-day trial of Xbox Live Gold for new members. The Xbox One launch bundle will be available for $499.99 in the U.S.

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Launching alongside Xbox One, gaming accessories will include the Xbox One Wireless Controller, refreshed with more than 40 technical and design innovations, and the Xbox One Play & Charge Kit. This kit includes a lithium ion rechargeable battery pack that fits inside the Wireless Controller as well as a charging cable that connects from the Controller to the console.

[Images courtesy: Microsoft]

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