New Xbox One 1TB Console Unveiled
Microsoft today unveiled the Xbox One 1TB console, with a new matte finish and more storage for your games and media, right before next week's E3 2015.
Xbox One 1TB consoles will start shipping to retailers June 16 in the United States and select markets later this month and will be available starting at $399 USD ERP.
Rival Sony is also expected to release a 1TB PlayStation 4 in the coming days, but pricing is unknown.
But that’s not all. Microsoft also included a newly designed Xbox One Wireless Controller, and in select regions for a limited time, Halo: The Master Chief Collection.
The new Xbox One Wireless Controller now features a 3.5mm stereo jack that lets you plug a headset right into the controller. You’ll have the option to adjust headset volume, mic monitoring, and voice and game audio balance through the Settings menu on your console. In addition to audio improvements, Microsoft has fine-tuned the bumpers and enabled wireless firmware updates on the updated controller which eliminates having to connect the controller via USB cable to receive updates. What’s more, you can purchase the new controller ($64.99 U.S. MSRP) as a standalone item in black as well as a new camouflage design in silver and black with the Xbox One Special Edition Covert Forces Wireless Controller.
In addition, starting today, the $349 USD price on all standard Xbox One 500GB consoles will be permanent in the United States and select regions.
And finally, starting this Fall, you’ll be able to purchase the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows to enjoy the freedom of the wireless controller on Windows 10 PCs, laptops, and tablets. With the adapter for Windows, you’ll simply plug the Adapter into the USB 2.0 or 3.0 port of your Windows 10 PC and bind the Adapter to your Wireless Controller to enable the same gaming experience you’re used to on Xbox One, including in-game chat and high-quality stereo audio. The Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows will be available for $24.99 U.S. MSRP or bundled with an Xbox One Wireless Controller for $79.95 U.S.