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Microsoft caused a bit of a sensation when it added an Ultra HD Blu-ray drive to its Xbox One S, not least because Sony, who actually developed Blu-ray, neglected to do the same thing with its PlayStation 4 Pro. The addition wasn't just embarrassing for...
Superb 4K playback, Decent build quality, It's also a games console, Great price...
Noisy and slow in playback, Game controller not ideal remote, Only one HDMI output, No Dolby Vision support, No analogue audio, No display...
If you're in the market for a games console but also want Ultra HD Blu-ray playback, it's a bit of a no-brainer, in fact the Xbox One S is currently your only option. However even if you're not interested in the gaming aspect, it's still worth considering...
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It's also pretty attractive compared to Sony's PS4 Pro, and not just in terms of its looks. In a rather surprising move from Sony, neither of its new consoles come with a 4K Blu-ray drive, making them incompatible with UHD Blu-rays. The Xbox One S, howev...
The Xbox One S could be the console you've not had to wait for...
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gadgetscentral.co.uk Updated:
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Sony has released the PS4 Pro, a supercharged 4k-ready version of the original PlayStation 4, and later this year Microsoft will release Project Scorpio – the most powerful console ever made.However, the truth is the best console to buy in 2017 might alre...
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devontechsupport.com Updated:
2017-07-26 04:37:59
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When Phil Spencer told a small panel at Microsoft's Build Developer Conference he wasn't "a big fan of Xbox One and a half," I had almost given up hope on a smaller console coming our way in 2016 despite the mountain of evidence that pointed to its existe...
It's hard to find anything wrong with the Xbox One S. By all accounts, it's a slimmer, sleeker and sexier console than what we see on store shelves today. Given all the advancements, it's hard to fathom how Microsoft plans on selling it for the same price...
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The Xbox One S might be the latest iteration of Microsoft's powerful gaming platform, but it won't be for long: it'll soon be supplanted by the code-named Project Scorpio, a souped-up version of the console due some time later in 2017 - essentially Micros...
For most people the Xbox One S will prove a better purchase than the Scorpio. It's cheaper, it runs the same games, and you can grab one right now - or wait for the price to potentially drop even further once the Scorpio is out. Still, if your the type to...
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itwire.com Updated:
2017-07-26 04:37:59
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Xbox has been synonymous with games consoles since its release in 2001. The Xbox One S is the ninth iteration/upgrade of the Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and probably the last before Project Scorpio takes over later this year.This is not a gamer's review – I...
Pros:Price – from $399 it is excellent valuePlays 4K video and all other musicAmongst the best upscale I have seen with accurate colours and HDRNice looksController – once you get used to itDoes more than a standalone 4K Blu-ray playerCons:Need to be Xbox...
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knowyourmobile.com Updated:
2017-07-26 04:37:59
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To be fair, Microsoft warned everyone that they shouldn't expect to see any performance improvements in the Xbox One S over its predecessor–but they also were pretty damn confident that that really didn't matter, because they believed everyone was going t...
It's relatively small for a games console. No bulky external power brick. Beautiful white design. Improved texture on the controller...
The vertical stand is a £15 add-on. Though quite than its predecessor, it's still not 100% silent. No built in voice control support. HDR gaming isn't widely supported yet...
For being the best version of the Xbox ever, the Xbox One S's price is pretty damn astounding. It's only £249 for the 500GB version–though you can often find it for up to £40 cheaper via various bundle and online deals–and only £299 for the 1TB edition. Y...
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This is less of a full review, rather a quick look at the Xbox One S which I managed to borrow off a colleague for the day. So an Xbox One S reviewed in a day so to speak. A day does not seem long, but for the most part I have had the original console for...
I can't really score the Xbox One S because of the short time I had with it, but from initial impressions it will definitely support your 4K (HDR) enabled screen a lot better than your standard Xbox One would. Especially if you are into your movie content...
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techradar.com/au/ Updated:
2017-07-26 04:37:59
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Slimline consoles are nothing new.Around halfway into a consoles life, the hardware starts to look a little long in the tooth, and manufacturers tend to release a new console, packing the same power into a much smaller form factor.But with the Xbox On...
Vastly reduced physical footprint, 4K & HDR streaming, HDR gaming, Xbox platform is steadily improving.
Needs adapter for Kinect, Could fragment Xbox One audience, 4K gaming limited to upscaling...
The Xbox One S is the pinnacle of what Microsoft set out to create three years ago. But being sleeker, cheaper and more powerful than its predecessor, the One S could also rub early adopters (who shelled out for Kinect) the wrong way...
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The PS4 Pro is only weeks away from launching and with Christmas fast approaching, many people are wondering what the differences are between Microsoft's latest console, the Xbox One S , and Sony's PlayStation 4 Pro. Here, we take an in-depth look at both...
If you're looking for a console that can provide the best possible gaming experience on a console at the moment, the PlayStation 4 Pro with its enhanced graphics, frame-rate and resolution is a good choice - although it doesn't feature a 4K Blu-Ray player...
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thunderbaylive.com Updated:
2017-07-26 04:37:59
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Has the gap between PC and console graphics closed with the recent release of the Xbox One S?Freshbooks link: For your unrestricted 30 day free trial, just go to and enter “Linus Tech Tips” in the “how did you hear about us” section.Massdrop link: Buy Xb...
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Microsoft would like to think its Xbox One S is the console equivalent of Terminator 2 – a sequel that beats the original, where the dialogue is decent, the actors believable and the movie entertaining. The initial signs are promising. A new look, a twe...
Price, Controller works well, Rich colours, Decent detail with 4K content...
4K HDR images lack subtlety, Lean sound, Can't pass-through 4K video, incompatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, Unintuitive menus...
So how does the Xbox One S stack up as a sequel? Well, it feels a little like we've been here before. The cast might have improved but there are still a few gaping holes in the script.The Xbox One S plays the role of games console perfectly well, but does...
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My $80 powder-blue-and-orange Xbox Design Lab controller arrived recently, and I've fallen in love with its look. Maybe you're not so easily swayed. Maybe you hate it. That's fine. More than fine, actually—that's kind of the whole point.Last year Microsof...
My official ranking overall? The Xbox One Elite controller on top, then the Xbox One S, Xbox 360, and in last place the original stock Xbox One controller. The Elite still has quite a bit going for it—even after almost a year of use, my Elite's analog sti...
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My $80 powder-blue-and-orange Xbox Design Lab controller arrived recently, and I've fallen in love with its look. Maybe you're not so easily swayed. Maybe you hate it. That's fine. More than fine, actually—that's kind of the whole point.Last year Microsof...
My official ranking overall? The Xbox One Elite controller on top, then the Xbox One S, Xbox 360, and in last place the original stock Xbox One controller. The Elite still has quite a bit going for it—even after almost a year of use, my Elite's analog...
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When the Xbox One launched, our first impressions weren't great. It was huge, needed an external power adapter, and came with Kinect – an accessory we knew we'd never really use. Throw in its unforgivably high price at launch and Microsoft's weird obsessi...
The Xbox One S is a great console. In many ways, it's the console the Xbox One should have been the first time round. It's gamer-focused, compact and stylish, and doesn't force you to buy Kinect. If you just want an Xbox One, this is the one to buy; at £2...
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Microsoft launched the Xbox One S earlier this month , revitalizing its current-generation console lineup with some new features. Here's how it stacks up against the previous version.The Xbox One S is 40 percent smaller than its predecessor and is built t...
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Microsoft's revamped Xbox One occupies a curious space in the current gaming generation. It's not because it's a sleeker take on the original bulky hardware – slimline consoles are nothing new, after all. Sega tweaked both the Master System and the Mega D...
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What is the Xbox One S? There's a new Xbox in town! Well, it's sort of new: the Xbox One S is a 0.5 upgrade to the existing Xbox One , rather than its successor. While it's fundamentally the same console Microsoft released in 2013, there have been signifi...
Smaller than Xbox One, 4K game upscaling, It's a cheap UHD Blu-ray player, HDR compatible, Improved, grippy controller...
Not native 4K in games...
Xbox One S – A fine UHD Blu-ray player The Xbox One S doubles as a UHD Blu-ray player. As far as I'm concerned, that's the real reason to consider getting one. It's a far more affordable option than the two dedicated UHD Blu-ray players currently on the m...
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The first major hardware update of this console generation has arrived. And while the Xbox One S provides a striking visual contrast to its aesthetically maligned predecessor, is there enough going on under the hood to justify an upgrade?The original Xbox...
Vastly improved design; HDR support and some graphics performance increases; excellent 4K video functionality at a very competitive price...
No support for true 4K gaming; technical specifications largely unchanged from Xbox One; no Kinect port (if that is, indeed, a con); will be superseded by Project Scorpio console next year...
The Xbox One S is a major improvement over its predecessor in terms of style and footprint, and if you've bought – or about to buy – a 4K TV, it's definitely worth purchasing rather than the standard Xbox One, or indeed a dedicated 4K Blu-ray player. The...
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pcauthority.com.au Updated:
2017-07-26 04:37:59
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The Xbox One S is a mea culpa in the shape of a white plastic box. It takes all the stuff that didn't make sense about Microsoft's third proper games console and gives it a right royal heave ho. Kinect? Kablamo. An insane asking price? Eradicated. That...
If the Xbox One S is meant to atone for the original One's botched launch, it's job done. This is a great 4K Blu-ray player, and it does a fab job of upscaling your favourite games into 4K.But it's not the only 4K games console out this year.The lingering...
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It's somewhat strange that, in just three years, what were described as the "next generation" are now considered standard and commonplace, while a new generation is already starting to emerge. Next year we will get Microsoft's new jewel in the crown, the...
A slimmer, smarter version of the Xbox One, capable of playing 4K Ultra HD Blu-rays with HDR, has 4K Netflix support, HDR gaming, upscales all output to 2160p, great new wireless controller, no power brick...
Gaming is not improved by much so few reasons to upgrade bar 4K video, needs extra 4K app support from the likes of Amazon, no native Kinect port...
There's no doubt in our minds that the Xbox One S is a much more capable machine than its predecessor. It is physically more attractive, comes jam packed with new features and offers a smoother, more responsive experience. However, whether that will...
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The launch of the Xbox One was a bit of a mess. After botching its initial E3 presentation with sky-high pricing and a DRM scheme that would've killed used games, the company was forced to back-track. It wasn't enough. The PlayStation 4's global sales hav...
Slick new look, Strong input/output selection, Ultra HD Blu-ray support, Enhanced compatibility with Windows 10, Attractive pricing...
Not as small as expected, Hardware still slower than PlayStation 4, Cortana is disappointing...
Serious gamers are unlikely to find the Xbox One S more appealing that it was before. It remains less powerful than its rival at Sony. Aside from its smaller footprint – which, as mentioned, is less impressive than hinted during its reveal – there's not...
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There's much to like here - the integration of the multi-voltage power supply into the main chassis is obviously welcome, while the more robust plastics don't attract hairline scratches to anything like the same degree as its predecessor's shiny bits. The...
Everyone loves a 'slim' hardware revision - and generally speaking, it's second-gen console revisions that tends to be the most successful (third-gen models can sometimes take the cost-cutting too far). It's a chance to listen to consumer feedback, reduce...
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If you're a PC-first type of person, there's really only one reason to buy Microsoft's Xbox One S: You own or plan to own a 4K HDR TV, and want a relatively affordable but feature-packed media box to show it off.At $349 for the 500GB variant (and $549 for...
For me, the One S is the equivalent of retooling an American automobile for the European market, shrinking it down while adding the latest gizmos to appeal to a fresh audience.For PC fans who already happen to own an Xbox One and don't own a 4K TV, I'd sa...
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T3.com
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Want the low-down on Microsoft's new, streamlined Xbox One S? Then you've come to the right place my friend. Here we have T3's fresh out of the box hands-on review of the new system.Here we'll be talking about the overall package, the new console itself a...
4K Ultra HD playback, Slicker and slimmer console...
Only 1.6TB of 2TB HDD usable...
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If you're a PC-first type of person, there's really only one reason to buy Microsoft's Xbox One S: You own or plan to own a 4K HDR TV, and want a relatively affordable but feature-packed media box to show it off.At $349 for the 500GB variant (and $549 for...
For me, the One S is the equivalent of retooling an American automobile for the European market, shrinking it down while adding the latest gizmos to appeal to a fresh audience.For PC fans who already happen to own an Xbox One and don't own a 4K TV, I'd sa...
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There were very few complaints when the original Xbox One was announced, despite it failing to handle 4K. In 2013 nobody really cared about HD's successor. Not unless they'd spent thousands on one of the few 4K TV sets available at the time. Yes, the best...
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Microsoft's slimmed-down and 4K-movie capable Xbox One S will cost £350 ($400) and be available from 2 August in the US.The new, 40% smaller console has a built-in power supply, a front-facing USB port and an IR blaster. It will launch with 2TB of storage...
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The Xbox One is a big slightly overwhelming hunk of tech, especially compared to the streamlined PlayStation 4 . Put the two together, and you've got a Hummer sitting next to a Ferrari. But that's all set to change.It took about three years, but Microsoft...
Your favourite games in pin-sharp detail, The cheapest 4K Blu-ray player you can buy, Sleek new design, sans power brick...
PS4 still has the better exclusives, Controller not rechargeable as standard...
If the Xbox One S is meant to atone for the original One's botched launch, it's job done. This is a great 4K Blu-ray player, and it does a fab job of upscaling your favourite games into 4K.But it's not the only 4K games console out this year.The lingering...
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The Xbox One is a big slightly overwhelming hunk of tech, especially compared to the streamlined PlayStation 4 . Put the two together, and you've got a Hummer sitting next to a Ferrari. But that's all set to change.It took about three years, but Microsoft...
You favourite games in pin-sharp detail, The cheapest 4K Blu-ray player you can buy, Sleek new design, sans power brick...
PS4 still has the better exclusives, Controller not rechargeable as standard...
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When Phil Spencer told a small panel at Microsoft's Build Developer Conference he wasn't "a big fan of Xbox One and a half," I had almost given up hope on a smaller console coming our way in 2016 despite the mountain of evidence that pointed to its existe...
Vastly reduced physical footprint, 4K & HDR streaming, HDR gaming, Same price...
Needs adapter for Kinect, Could fragment Xbox One audience...
The Xbox One S seems like the perfect system for first-time buyers. But being sleeker, cheaper and more powerful than its predecessor, the One S could also rub early adopters (who shelled out for Kinect) the wrong way...
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I can see this new Xbox console being a polarising one for the gaming community. Here it is, a brand new Xbox console – without a disc drive! THE SHOCK!Here's why that's an issue. You buy a game at the shops, or online and you take it home – the box sit...
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As digital downloads and online streaming have changed how we consume film, TV, entertainment and games, it's no huge surprise that Microsoft has launched its first disc-less console.The Xbox One S All-Digital Edition is essentially the same console as th...
1TB hard drive, Three games included, More convenient, 4K & HDR streaming...
Price tag isn't justifiable, Not for those who prefer discs, Looks the same as the Xbox One S...
(Image credit: TechRadar)When the Xbox One S arrived three years on from the original Xbox One, it offered smaller, quieter, higher-quality gaming machine. It soon became the de facto Xbox system. But since then we've seen the release of the powerhouse Xb...
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Xbox announced its next games console during E3 2019 in June - an all-singing, all-dancing machine capable of up to 8K resolution and 120 frames-per-second action. Project Scarlett, as it is currently codenamed, will be available from Christmas 2020 and...
Simple entry to the world of Xbox, Comes with everything you need, Three free games in the box, Very quiet operation...
Not cheap enough to justify dropping the disc drive, Xbox UI is still clunky, Xbox One S with drive is a similar price...
That's what it all really boils down to. The Xbox One S All-Digital Edition is actually an excellent gaming machine that, when coupled with an Xbox Game Pass subscription, provides a perfect jumping-in point for those who haven't had an Xbox One before.Ho...
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Uppdatering: Kan Xbox One S få en uppföljare så tidigt som 2020? Hoppa till vår Xbox Two-hub för alla nyheter och rykten om nästa generations Xbox-konsoler. Om du är intresserad av den nuvarande generationen av konsoler, kan du läsa vidare för vår recensi...
Signifikant reduktion av både storlek och vikt, Strömma i 4K och HDR, Spela med underbart HDR-förbättrat färgdjup...
Behöver en adapter för Kinect, Spelande i 4K begränsas till uppskalning...
Xbox One S är en utmärkt och kompetent konsol som på många sätt är vad Microsoft ville skapa med original Xbox One. Den är liten, kraftfull, billig och har gott om spel. Den är så klart inte lika stark som Xbox One X, men S erbjuder ändå uppskalad 4K och...
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Another design difference is that the Xbox One X is very slightly slimmer than the Xbox One S, measuring 300 x 240 x 60mm, to the Xbox One S’s 295 x 230 x 64mm.However, even though the One X is only slightly slimmer, the console is far more dense than eve...
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The Xbox One S is finally here in Singapore, and we got our hands on a unit. We've heard great things about the Xbox One S, but will it be able to win back the crowds from Sony's powerful Playstation 4?The Xbox One S sports a far more squarish design as o...
cofThe Xbox One S is a great device. However, if you already own an Xbox One, there is little reason to upgrade it unless you are craving for the 4K resolution your old box doesn't support.If you're considering the Xbox One already, then we definitely con...
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Prior to the official launch of the Xbox One S (1TB), Microsoft Singapore invited us to their place for a quick peek at the gaming console.Here's a quick recap about the Xbox One S. The new console by Microsoft supports 4K resolution (UHD) for videos and...
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Three years after the original Xbox One, Microsoft is making another push for our living rooms with the Xbox One S. With it comes various improvements over the old model – size and 4K capabilities the key differences – so is it time grab one?The new conso...
In the end, whether or not you should get the Xbox One S depends on major factor: Whether you already have an Xbox One. While the 4K and HDR capabilities are a boon, the 4K boost doesn't apply to games, so it's a question of whether a nice, slim console i...
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After a long wait, the Microsoft Xbox One S has finally arrived in our sunny island. When the Xbox One launched, our (and many gamers) first impressions weren't great. It was bulky, needed an external power adapter, and looked worse for wear than its pred...
Excellent design and build, Runs cooler and quieter, Best bang for buck 4K UHD Blu-ray player...
Upscales, not run 4K on games natively, Price point could be lower...
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