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Microsoft Debuts Xbox One.
Take a look at the next generation Xbox - the Xbox One - to go on sale later this year as an all in one entertainment console.
REDMOND, Wash. – Microsoft introduced XBOX One on Tuesday as its next-generation entertainment console that promises to deliver an interactive television experience unlike any other later this year.
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“What if a single device could provide all of your entertainment?” Senior Vice President Yusuf Mehdi said to the throng of reporters Tuesday.
Microsoft thinks it has the one. The console promises to be the one system households will need for games, television, movies and other entertainment. It will go on sale later this year.
Don Mattrick, Microsoft's president of interactive entertainment business, said the company has spent the past four years working on the "all-in-one home entertainment system."
The console was demonstrated Tuesday at Microsoft's Redmond, Wash., headquarters using voice control to seamlessly switch back and forth between watching live TV, listening to music, watching a movie, browsing the Internet, as well as simultaneously running apps.
Microsoft executives touted the Xbox One as a replacement for the set-top box from your cable provider. It has its own guide and you can change channels by voice command.
Senior Vice President Yusuf Mehdi demonstrated how the console switched quickly between channels after saying show names like "Mary and Martha" or "Watch MTV." His voice command of "What's on HBO?" brought up the channel guide for HBO.
"No more memorizing channels or hunting for the remote control," Mehdi said.
The interface for the TV goes well beyond the functionality in Nintendo's Wii U, which still requires users to press buttons to change the input source on the TV.
"You can switch to your game like it's a TV channel flip," said Marc Whitten, Microsoft's chief production officer of interactive entertainment business. He called it a "lag-free instant experience."
Microsoft also unveiled a new version of its camera-based Kinect system with better motion and voice detection. It showed how users can watch live sports on TV while getting updates on fantasy leagues on a split screen. In an effort to stay ahead of rivals, Microsoft said new content for the popular "Call of Duty" game can be downloaded on the Xbox One before any other system.
Microsoft says more games will be shown at next month's E3 video game conference in Los Angeles.
It's been eight years since the launch of the Xbox 360. The original Xbox debuted in 2001, and its high-definition successor premiered in 2005.
For the past two years, Microsoft has led the gaming industry sales with its popular console.
Xbox has been the exclusive home to such popular gaming franchises as sci-fi first-person shooter "Halo," racing simulator "Forza" and alien shoot-'em-up "Gears of War." In recent years, Microsoft expanded the scope of the Xbox 360 beyond just games, adding streaming media apps and the camera-based Kinect system.
Nintendo kicked off the next generation of gaming in November with the launch of the Wii U, the successor to the popular Wii system. The Wii U features an innovative tablet-like controller, though its graphics is on par with the previous-generation Xbox 360 and Sony's PlayStation 3. Nintendo said the console sold just 3.45 million units by the end of March, well below expectations.
Sony was next, teasing plans for its upcoming PlayStation 4 — without showing the actual box — at a February event in New York. The reaction to that console, which featured richer graphics and more social features, was mixed.
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When does the Xbox One go on sale? Xbox One release date, price, bundles, features, specs and games.
One of the most hotly-anticipated new consoles of the year, the Xbox One release date is drawing near - here is everything you need to know.
08:20, 21 NOV 2013.
It is just mere hours until the Xbox One is released in the UK and across the world.
The Xbox One is one of the most hotly-anticipated new consoles of the year - up against Sony's PlayStation 4.
But when is it available? What will you be able to play when it comes out? What's different about it?
Fear not, we can answer all of your Xbox-related questions.
When can I buy the Xbox One?
Pre-order sales for the Xbox One are open now - and there have already been over 500,000 people who have forked out for one.
The UK release date for the Xbox One is November 22, and it will go on sale at midnight at stores across the country.
Xbox One will cost £429 in the UK.
While this is £80 more expensive than the PS4, Microsoft will bundle a Kinect with the Xbox One.
Are there any bundles available?
Tesco are listing the Xbox One day one edition, which includes Forza 5, for £429.00.
Elsewhere, you can pick up an Xbox One and Call of Duty: Ghosts for £459.99 from Game.
Shopto are offering a number of Xbox One bundles. You can get an Xbox One plus Battefield 4 and an extra controller for £519.85, or an Xbox One with either Ryse, Forza 5 or Dead Rising 3 for £472.85.
Xbox One has an 8 core CPU built by Microsoft specifically for the One by AMD, as well as a D3D 11.1 graphics chip with a dedicated 32MB of built-in ESRAM memory.
It has 8GB DDR3 of RAM and a 500GB hard disk drive for storage. Inside, you will also find a Blu-ray player – for the first time on an Xbox console.
Microsoft's upcoming Xbox One game console could allow players to face off against PC gamers who own the same game.
What games are available for the new console?
51 games will be released during the console's initial launch window including console exclusives like Titanfall and Forza Motorsport 5, as well as mlulti-platform games such as Assassin's Creed: Black Flag and FIFA 14.
You can buy them in store on a Blu-ray disc (and insert it once and save the game to the 500GB hard drive) or you can download them from the Xbox Live online store.
Here is the full list of the Xbox One launch line up:
Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag (Ubisoft, Ubisoft) Battlefield 4 (DICE, Electronic Arts) Call of Duty: Ghosts (Infinity Ward, Activision) Crimson Dragon (Grounding/Land Ho!, Microsoft Studios) Dead Rising 3 (Capcom Vancouver, Microsoft) FIFA 14 (EA Sports, Electronic Arts) Fighter Within (AMA Ltd., Ubisoft) Forza Motorsport 5 (Turn 10 Studios, Microsoft Studios) Just Dance 2014 (Ubisoft Paris, Ubisoft) Killer Instinct (Double Helix, Microsoft Studios) LEGO Marvel Super Heroes (TT Games, Warner Bros. Interactive) Lococycle (Twisted Pixel, Microsoft Studios) Madden NFL 25 (EA Sports, Electronic Arts) NBA 2K14 (Visual Concepts, 2K Sports) NBA LIVE 14 (EA Sports, Electronic Arts) Need for Speed: Rivals (Ghost Games, Electronic Arts) Peggle 2 (Popcap, Electronic Arts) Powerstar Golf (Zoe Mode, Microsoft Studios) Ryse: Son of Rome (Crytek, Microsoft Studios) Skylanders: Swap Force (Vicarious Visions, Activision) Watch Dogs (Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft) Zoo Tycoon (Frontier Developments Ltd., Microsoft Studios) Zumba Fitness: World Party (Zoë Mode, Majesco)
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Watch 4K Blu-ray™ movies and stream 4K video on Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and more.
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With 40% more power than any other console, Xbox One X delivers amazing graphic fidelity, smooth game play and fast load times. Games just play better on Xbox One X.
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Bring your games and movies to life with immersive audio through Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Endless entertainment apps.
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The benefits of High Dynamic Range.
Experience richer, more luminous colors in games like Gears of War 4 and Forza Horizon 3. With a higher contrast ratio between lights and darks, High Dynamic Range technology brings out the true visual depth of your games.
The benefits of High Dynamic Range.
Experience richer, more luminous colors in games like Gears of War 4 and Forza Horizon 3. With a higher contrast ratio between lights and darks, High Dynamic Range technology brings out the true visual depth of your games.
The only console designed to play the best games of the past, present, and future.
Play over 1,300 great games including today’s blockbusters, 200 console exclusives, and 400 Xbox classics.
Xbox One has more ways to play.
Play hundreds of Xbox 360 games you own and love on Xbox One, including digital and disc-based titles. 3.
Now when you own an Xbox Play Anywhere digital title, it’s yours to play on both Xbox One and Windows 10 PC. 4.
Unlimited access to 100s of titles with Xbox Game Pass, plus save 20% on Xbox One game purchases and 10% on all related add-ons. 5.
Watch and play alongside your favorite broadcasters with Mixer, an interactive livestreaming platform available on Xbox One.
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This year’s blockbusters? Check. Xbox exclusives? Of course. Hundreds of Xbox 360 games? Yup. All your games work on Xbox One S and Xbox One X.
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The Xbox One accessories you’ve got now (or have got your eye on) work with Xbox One S and Xbox One X. 6.
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Dedicated Xbox Live servers maximize performance by ensuring stability, speed, and reliability.
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1. Dolby Atmos for Headphones requires additional purchase from Microsoft Store.
2. Some apps require app provider-specific subscriptions and/or other requirements. See www.xbox.com/live.
3. Xbox One Backward Compatibility feature works with select Xbox 360 games, see www.xbox.com/backcompat. Xbox Live and broadband internet required for initial download of game to console.
4. PC hardware requirements may vary for games on Windows 10.
5. Game Pass monthly subscription required; continues until cancelled. Game selection varies over time. Learn more at www.xbox.com/game-pass.
6. Excludes the Xbox One S stand that works exclusively with the Xbox One S. Xbox Kinect Adapter (sold separately) required for Kinect on Xbox One S and Xbox One X.
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Experience greater convenience and control with Kinect for Xbox One. Navigate your console without lifting a finger. Instantly capture screenshots and game clips. And change TV channels without ever searching for the remote.
Cortana comes to Xbox One.
Everything you love about Cortana on your Windows 10 devices is now on Xbox One. Use "Hey Cortana. " to call up commands. You can even configure your Xbox One to turn on other devices, like your TV, audio/video receiver, and cable/satellite receiver.
Automatic Recognition.
Kinect eliminates the need to manually switch or sign into your Xbox account. Be recognized and signed-in automatically when turning on your console, so you can spend more time gaming.
Connect with Skype and Twitch.
With its 1080p HD camera, Kinect delivers a highly detailed picture, and its microphone array picks out your voice above any other sound in the room, so no one will ever miss a beat. You can even broadcast your gameplay live with picture-in-picture through Twitch.
The best Xbox One experience is with Kinect.
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You can play over 100 exclusive games as well as a growing library of Xbox 360 games on the Xbox One gaming console.
Experience blockbuster franchises including Gears of War , Call of Duty , Halo Wars , Fallout , NBA2K and Madden NFL and play with friends on Xbox Live, the fastest, most reliable gaming network. Consoles start at 500 gigabytes of storage, providing plenty of room for a growing library of digital games.
At Walmart, you'll find great prices on Xbox One consoles and accessories, including controllers, headsets, a wide selection of Xbox One games and more. Browse best sellers or new releases and even pre-order games that are coming soon. You can also save money by shopping for pre-owned games.
What's the difference between Xbox One and Xbox One S?
At first glance, it would seem there are quite a few Xbox One consoles from which to choose, but here are a few important things to consider. There are differences between the Xbox One and Xbox One S including:
Design: Xbox One S is nearly 40 percent smaller and the power supply is built in. The power supply on the Xbox One is rather bulky. Connectivity: Xbox One S features upgraded AC wireless, a built-in IR blaster and Bluetooth 4.0, a key component to its new controllers that feature a textured grip, exchangeable covers and improved range. Performance: Xbox One S features a small CPU clock upgrade and HDMI 2.0 support for 4K upscaling and high-dynamic range. This isn t a true 4K gaming setup because 1080p games are just upscaled to 4K, but the results are still quite impressive.
Note: With the IR blaster, you can program your Xbox One S controllers to work with all your home cinema equipment.
Also, consider buying a bundle. If you have a particular interest in a franchise such as Call of Duty or Madden , you might want to grab a bundle that features the franchise's latest release and, in some cases, a special, collector's edition console. It's a great way to show off your loyalty and celebrate your favorite game.
Backward compatibility.
Remember Xbox 360? Well, you can play more than 350 Xbox 360 games on Xbox One.
Experience both generations of games on one console, including digital and disc-based titles, with advanced features like Game DVR and in-home streaming to Windows 10. You can keep all your game saves, add ons and hard-earned achievements from Xbox 360.
With an Xbox live gold membership, you can participate in multiplayer games and chat with friends across Xbox One and Xbox 360. Xbox Live Gold isn't required for Xbox One Backward Compatibility, but it's required for any standard Xbox Live Gold feature like online multiplayer. Games with Gold titles for Xbox 360 are now playable on Xbox One, giving you more free games to play every month when you own an Xbox One.
Xbox Live unites gamers across Xbox One and Windows 10, so you can play with friends and connect with a massive community of players around the world. You can unlock achievements, share game highlights and more. Stay on top of all the action, see what your friends are playing, follow your favorite games, start a party chat and check out what's currently trending. Plus, you can take your games and friends with you everywhere you go.
With Xbox Play Anywhere, if you have an Xbox Play Anywhere digital title, you can play it on both an Xbox One and a Windows 10 PC at no extra cost. Play a game, then pick up where you left off on another Xbox One or PC. Bring all your saves, game add-ons and achievements with you because you can play from wherever you happen to be.
Xbox entertainment: More than games.
There's a lot more to do with your Xbox One console than play games. You can find the best apps, TV, movies, music and sports all in one place. With Xbox One, you can switch around from one to another, or enjoy an app such as MLB.TV or ESPN and a game side by side so you never miss a moment. You can also talk with family and friends on Skype while watching TV. It s all the entertainment you love in one place.
With Walmart's Every Day Low Prices, you can get more out of your Xbox One for less.
Microsoft Xbox One S.
The good The Xbox One S is a slick looking game console that's 40 percent smaller than the original and ditches the infamously gigantic power brick. It can display 4K video from streaming services and Ultra HD Blu-rays, and supports HDR contrast on video and games. The updated controller works with other Bluetooth devices, too.
The bad 4K, Ultra HD Blu-ray and HDR settings only work with newer TVs, and may require some trial and error. The updated controller feels cheaper than its predecessor. Project Scorpio, the more powerful Xbox One successor, arrives in late 2017.
The bottom line The Xbox One S is the console Microsoft should have delivered three years ago, but there's little reason to upgrade if you already own the original box.
CNET review.
Xbox One S is the best Xbox you might not want to buy.
Update 8/4/16: Several spec teardown reports have uncovered slight difference in the graphical hardware performance of Xbox One S. Specifically, Xbox One S has a small GPU clock increase of 914 MHz from 853 MHz and an ESRAM bandwidth increase of 219 GB/s from 204 GB/s. These bumps are only noticeable in-game in a small number of situations. In fact, they exist only as an bonus side effect of Microsoft ensuring HDR content performs without a hitch.
This is more like it.
The Xbox One S is the version of the console that Microsoft should've first released back in 2013 instead of the lumbering beast that we got. It's better in a number of ways, making it even more of a worthy alternative to Sony's PlayStation 4.
Xbox One S offers a far more attractive enclosure, options for a bigger hard drive, a slightly redesigned controller and some video perks for owners of 4K TVs. It starts at $300, £250 or AU$400 for the 500GB version; $350, £300 or AU$500 for a 1TB model; and $400, £350 or AU$549 for 2TB.
That last model is available to buy as of today in the US (and includes the vertical stand that otherwise costs $20 when purchased separately in the US), while those with the smaller hard drives will be available later in August, bundled with games such as Madden 17 and Halo. (Additional bundles will follow later in the year -- including a pricier 2TB Gears of War 4 version in October -- and may vary by region.)
Sounds like a slam dunk, right? Unfortunately, it's never that simple. The One S doesn't get an across-the-board "buy it now" recommendation for two reasons. First off, it doesn't deliver huge improvements for anyone who already owns an Xbox One. But more importantly, Microsoft has already promised that the next Xbox -- dubbed Project Scorpio -- will be arriving in late 2017 with with the seriously amped-up graphics and VR-ready hardware that audiences are clamoring for.
When it's all said and done, the Xbox One S should be primarily viewed as a slimmed-down version of the Xbox One that introduces a mildly updated controller and provisions for 4K display. It's not going to warp you into a state-of-the-art gaming experience. Pragmatically, you're probably better off nabbing an older Xbox One, which are now being sold at fire-sale prices. But if you are getting an Xbox One for the first time, have an interest in the bundled games and aren't saving your pennies for 2017's Project Scorpio, the One S is certainly a good all-round gaming and entertainment deal.
What's new in the Xbox One S.
There's a short but significant list of improvements and changes to the Xbox One S.
Smaller, cleaner design: To start, it's 40 percent smaller, which considering its power supply is now internal, is impressive. It's also stark white, with some slick plastic moldings flanking the entirety of the box. I think it's the best-looking Xbox Microsoft has ever designed.
The One S can also stand vertically, too. The 2TB model we received for review packs in a stand. If you buy one of the other models, you can get the stand separately for $20.
4K and HDR video: Xbox One S gets a fairly beefy upgrade on its video capabilities, with 4K resolution (3,840x2,160, or four times as sharp as standard 1080p HDTVs) and HDR (high dynamic range, which is basically enhanced contrast and color). Keep in mind: those features only work on compatible TVs and 4K functionality only works with a small but growing list of compatible video content. 4K can currently be accessed through streaming video services such as Amazon and Netflix (as long as you have the bandwidth to support it and pay for their premium tier) and those new 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs. Certain games, meanwhile, will eventually be able to take advantage of HDR visual improvements, but don't look for PC-like 4K graphics -- the games are merely upscaled to 4K.
So no, you're not getting native 4K gaming out of an Xbox One S. In fact, only a limited number of games will feature HDR and none of them are out yet. They are Gears of War 4, Forza Horizon 3 and 2017's Scalebound.
New controller design: The Xbox One controller has been updated for the S, too. It has a more streamlined top section, better range and textured grips. It can also use Bluetooth to connect, which opens the door for compatibility with other devices -- no more annoying dongles, at least on Bluetooth-compatible PCs.
The One S controller (right), compared with its predecessor.
Unfortunately, I'm not a fan of the new controller's design. It's not a drastic departure from the original, but there's just enough of a change to make it feel cheaper. The plastic textured grips don't feel good the way rubberized ones do, but thankfully the triggers seem unchanged. The D-pad also feels slightly less tactile -- I even noticed differences between two of the new controllers side by side.
IR blaster and receiver: Still present is the IR port for controlling the console with a remote, but the Xbox One S also features an integrated IR blaster to control or power on other devices in the room.
And it still does everything the old Xbox One does: The good news is that you're not losing anything with the Xbox One S compared with its predecessor. Around back the console offers a lot of the same ports as the original Xbox One, though noticeably absent is a dedicated Kinect port. You can still attach Kinect to the Xbox One S, you'll just need a special $40 (!) adapter. Either way, the omission of a Kinect port should give you an idea of how that peripheral is regarded at Microsoft HQ.
HDMI-in and -out ports are still there, so you can still make use of the Xbox One's live TV integration if that's something that appeals to you, but I never found it overly useful.
Suffice it to say, the One S plays all existing Xbox One games, and a growing list of Xbox 360 games. It also includes all of the encouraging software improvements Microsoft has made over the past few years, including the redesigned interface, support for the Cortana digital assistant (using a microphone headset), compatibility with the Windows Store and, soon, additional cross-play options with Windows PC gamers on certain titles.
4K and HDR scorecard.
I want to personally thank the Xbox One S for introducing me to the hot mess that is the world of 4K and HDR formats. I considered myself fairly fluent in the language of home theater, but I was bewildered at the insane of amount of granularity and confusion that the format is currently plagued with.
Odds are you won't be able set up in 4K right out of the box. I needed to download two separate updates for the Xbox One S to finally realize it was attached to a 4K TV, at which point it offered to bump up the resolution output to 4K.
I hooked the console up to four different TVs and had mixed results with each, so I tapped CNET's David Katzmaier to help me test out the rest of the Xbox One S' 4K and HDR capabilities.
What we learned is that getting all of these finicky display technologies to work together in sync will require some trial and error -- and patience.
Our major issue was getting our TVs to recognize HDR. The problem (which isn't solely the Xbox One S' fault) is that some TVs with HDR require a specific "UHD" or "deep color" setting to be turned on in order for HDR to work. These modes usually turn a TV's brightness all the way up and activate automatically when HDR content is detected. But none of our TVs detected the Ultra HD Blu-ray HDR signal that was being output by our "Star Trek" Blu-ray.
It wasn't until we forced the Xbox One S to output a higher bit depth (10-bit up from the console's default setting of 8-bit) did we get a clean HDR signal. Furthermore, we had issues maintaining a video signal altogether when our TV was in that special "UHD/deep color" setting for HDR but the Xbox One S was outputting a signal lower than 10-bit.
Sound confusing? That's because it was. And this was with the help of one of the best TV reviewers on the planet. It's possible your setup goes smoother, but there are definitely a lot of variables and boxes to check when entering the world of 4K, Ultra HD and HDR to make sure it all works correctly.
There's a really helpful 4K detail screen in the system display settings that gives you a heads up of which requirements for 4K, HDR and so on are currently being met. Definitely check that out.
Tragically, all of this time-consuming troubleshooting to get HDR to switch on isn't always worth it. In fact, it's sometimes nearly impossible to tell just by looking at the image onscreen. We tried. The takeaway? 4K and HDR are nice novelties, but I'm not sure even the most discerning eyes can always tell the difference. And because only a fraction of games will even support HDR (the aforementioned trio of Gears of War 4, Forza Horizon 3 and Scalebound), it makes upgrading a tough sell. Not to mention the fact that all the games you'll ever play on Xbox One S won't be in true native 4K resolution -- they'll just be upscaled to fit.
That said, there are plenty of 4K Blu-rays out there, and Netflix can stream some content in 4K (as long as you pay for its Premium tier). If you are in the specific position of owning a 4K TV and are looking for an Xbox One, the S is what you should be buying.
It's worth noting that the Xbox One S doesn't handle the higher-end audio options out there such as Dolby Atmos. The most you'll get out of the console is a seven-channel surround signal.
Looking forward to Project Scorpio.
Microsoft's messaging about its console offerings can get confusing. It's best to think of the Xbox One and One S as their own tier. In terms of graphical horsepower, they're equal. The next jump in visuals and performance will come along with Project Scorpio, which is being targeted for the 2017 holiday season.
Details on that machine are scant at best, but it's safe to say it will significantly outperform the Xbox One and One S, the PlayStation 4 and -- if we're going on rumored specs -- the PlayStation 4 step-up console, the PS4 Neo.
This will usher in a sizable upgrade in all aspects of gaming with native 4K resolution output and HDR support. And Microsoft has already pledged that Scorpio will be "VR ready," presumably for a forthcoming virtual-reality headset.
The current messaging as to how games will work across Xbox One platforms seems simple enough. Any Xbox One (be it a standard, S or Project Scorpio) will be able to play any Xbox One game, though the Scorpio will be able to take advantage of better graphics, performance, frame rate and resolution. This seems to mostly fall in line with the PS4 Neo plan as well.
If we're just comparing raw specs, Project Scorpio's rumored details still fall short of what an Nvidia GTX 1080 graphics card is capable of.
Decisions, decisions.
Under most circumstances, no, you don't need to buy an Xbox One S. If you already own an Xbox One or even plan to wait for whatever Project Scorpio winds up being, it's tough to rationalize a purchase.
If you're looking to enter the Xbox One space and you don't feel like waiting a year or more for Project Scorpio, an Xbox One S might be the right purchase for you as long as you have or plan to get a 4K TV.
If a 4K TV isn't in your future, you may want to look at the original Xbox One. It's already as low as $250, £250 or AU$500 and it's entirely possible Microsoft will drive the price even lower if it's looking to sunset the model and clear out remaining inventory.
Section Editor David Katzmaier contributed to this review.
Update 8/4/16: Several spec teardown reports have uncovered slight difference in the graphical hardware performance of Xbox One S. Specifically, Xbox One S has a small GPU clock increase of 914 MHz from 853 MHz and an ESRAM bandwidth increase of 219 GB/s from 204 GB/s. These bumps are only noticeable in-game in a small number of situations. In fact, they exist only as an bonus side effect of Microsoft ensuring HDR content performs without a hitch.
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