Kinect returns unexpectedly, the circle has come full circle for Microsoft

The technology behind Kinect will soon make a comeback thanks to a partnership between Microsoft and the British operator Sky. As reported by The Verge , the satellite television operator today unveiled its own television, Sky Glass TV. And the latter will be accompanied from next year by a 4K camera with motion sensors.

If it is not called Kinect, this new camera is the fruit of a collaboration between Sky and Microsoft. And its features clearly “betray” its previous life. Indeed, the Sky Glass camera incorporates many features of the Xbox One Kinect. His presentation by Sky is also reminiscent of the famous conference “ TV TV TV “Xbox One announcement.

This recycled Microsoft Kinect will therefore be able to be connected to other equipped televisions as well. This will allow, for example, a group of friends who are not in the same place to watch a program together. And using the features of the camera, viewers can perform various actions together. Like activating a slow motion for example. But that’s not all.

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Note indeed that video games will be them also of the game. Games Fruit Ninja and Paw Patrol will appear for example among the titles exploiting this “new” camera. And these games will not only be playable solo. According to Sky, some games will be playable together both locally and online.

In these times of pandemic and social distancing, it is questionable whether the Sky Glass camera will be better received than the Xbox one Kinect. At present, the Sky Glass camera appears to be intended only for purchasers of Sky Glass TV. It is however possible to wonder if this initiative will not give ideas to other television operators. And why not French operators.

What does this indirect return of the Kinect inspire you? ? Does he surprise you? Do you believe that the sensor has more potential by being directly associated with television? Could such a product interest you if it were offered in France? Do you feel the Xbox One Kinect has been treated unfairly? Tell us all in the comments below.