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[Updated] The Xbox One now includes a headset

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UPDATE: MCV has confirmed that the listing was an error and that Microsoft has not altered its plans not to include a headset with the Xbox One. So no, no free headset for you!

Is there anything regarding the Xbox One you still want changed? Speak up now! It seems Microsoft is really listening to what people want; not only have they reversed their decision to scrap DRM, but it seems that they’ll now be including a wired headset with every Xbox One sold.

Originally, the headset was to be an optional extra, as Kinect would be able to do the voice-chat business on its behalf. The thing is, Sony’s PlayStation 4 will come with a headset, and people on the internet complained that Microsoft’s console would not.

Vocal people on the internet might have a little more clout than imagined, because that decision has been reversed. That’s the word from Electronic Theatre who got the news from the UK’s Xbox Distributor, Gem.

Now how about that price tag, eh?

Last Updated: July 4, 2013

53 Comments

  1. Charles Du Plessis

    July 4, 2013 at 14:33

    and another 180 xD

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    • John Ambitious

      July 4, 2013 at 14:41

      How many 360’s does it take to make a One?

      Reply

      • FoxOneZA - X-Therminator

        July 4, 2013 at 14:46

        One. Rhetorical question that.

        Reply

      • TiMsTeR1033

        July 4, 2013 at 15:21

        10 with lots of sticky tape and chewing gum oh and a hope and a prayer

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  2. Umar Kiiroi Senk?

    July 4, 2013 at 14:38

    do not ask me why …. just Don’t….!

    But this news reminded me of this song

    Reply

    • Sir Rants-a-Lot Llew

      July 4, 2013 at 14:57

      Urm… ok…. *walks away slowly*

      Reply

      • Exalted Overlord Geoffrey Tim

        July 4, 2013 at 14:57

        Yeah….umm…

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        • Sir Rants-a-Lot Llew

          July 4, 2013 at 15:01

          Just move slowly and don’t make any loud noises and it should leave us alone….

          Reply

      • Ultimo_Cleric N7

        July 4, 2013 at 15:00

        Well this is awkward.

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      • Umar Kiiroi Senk?

        July 4, 2013 at 15:06

        Wait ….. please don’t go…. I have a really rational explanation for this

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        • Sir Rants-a-Lot Llew

          July 4, 2013 at 15:08

          Curses! He’s seen me! Ruuuuuuuuuun!

          Reply

          • Umar Kiiroi Senk?

            July 4, 2013 at 15:13

            waaaaaaait … *ECHO : waait….wait…..wai……..wa*

        • TiMsTeR1033

          July 4, 2013 at 15:17

          I have faith in you brother! Tis not thy end for thee, tis a beginning of a sad new era for you!

          Reply

          • Umar Kiiroi Senk?

            July 4, 2013 at 15:27

            Era of forever alone … but you will be my friend right

          • Ultimo_Cleric N7

            July 4, 2013 at 15:53

            Well…..I am still waiting for an explanation…..

        • RinceWind

          July 4, 2013 at 15:49

          Forever alone. RUN RUN RUN GO GO GO!

          Reply

      • RinceWind

        July 4, 2013 at 15:48

        Backs behind rants a lot, ‘yeah, I gotta also like leave’…

        Reply

    • OVG

      July 4, 2013 at 15:03

      DAFUQ!

      Reply

    • Trevor Davies

      July 4, 2013 at 15:27

      Why do I have the feeling that everything makes you think of this? Get help man!

      Reply

    • RinceWind

      July 4, 2013 at 15:48

      Wow, eh, uhhhhm. I think I gotta run… 0-O

      Reply

  3. DarthofZA

    July 4, 2013 at 14:39

    And its a nice headset… not the crappy little earpiece thing that is coming with the PS4.

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    • Charles Du Plessis

      July 4, 2013 at 14:43

      This internet is pretty devided whether the xbox headset is awesome or not. And also whether the ps4 earpiece is good or not. Frankly, I dont mind either and I also feel that for those who really really wanted a headset, they already own one far bigger and better than either of the new-gen’s audio devices.

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      • Melasco

        July 4, 2013 at 15:15

        I prefer the PS4 earpiece, I was really happy when I saw it. I hate Alice Bands, annoys the crap out of me, but at least MS is beefing up the value….

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        • TiMsTeR1033

          July 4, 2013 at 15:16

          I for one agree, Alice bands are gay and make you look stupid while playing. Lil ear piece may appear crap but you will feel more comfy when playing.

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        • FoxOneZA - X-Therminator

          July 4, 2013 at 15:42

          Listening to any earpiece for more than an hour at a time will damage your hearing.

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  4. John Ambitious

    July 4, 2013 at 14:42

    Microsoft really got their pants scared off. Maybe we should ask for an extra controller next….

    Reply

  5. CaptainNemo42

    July 4, 2013 at 14:43

    Remove that mandatory big brother Snowden cam and then MS is in business.

    Reply

  6. Airborne

    July 4, 2013 at 14:44

    This just in… Shares in Vaseline and Lip-Ice have gone through the roof!!! In related news, MS has embarked on a massive ass-kissing drive to try and keep the One afloat… Staff have reported seeing a strange thin man in Midieval costume, wielding a flute, and stalking the halls…

    Reply

  7. Martin du preez

    July 4, 2013 at 14:46

    ..

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    • OVG

      July 4, 2013 at 15:02

      ROFL

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    • TiMsTeR1033

      July 4, 2013 at 15:14

      good grief she is drunk!

      Reply

    • Melasco

      July 4, 2013 at 15:29

      Wahahahaha – This is EXACTLY why I like the PS4 earpiece!

      Reply

    • RinceWind

      July 4, 2013 at 15:52

      WIn my friend, WIN!

      Reply

    • RinceWind

      July 4, 2013 at 16:04

      • Gavin Mannion

        July 4, 2013 at 16:08

        lol that’s hilarious

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        • RinceWind

          July 4, 2013 at 16:10

          Agreed. Nick and I are wondering whether real or movie now…

          Reply

      • Martin du preez

        July 4, 2013 at 16:16

        Bwahaha! GOLD!

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      • Deano

        July 4, 2013 at 16:20

        Cant stop laughing at this.

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    • Deano

      July 4, 2013 at 16:04

      [img]http://jimthompson.org/wp/2006.01.08-20.15.44/IMG_5613.jpg[/img]

      Sony Mic cos its cheapaaaa 🙂

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      • Martin du preez

        July 4, 2013 at 16:17

        That be some PRISM shit right there yo!

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  8. FoxOneZA - X-Therminator

    July 4, 2013 at 14:47

    So Francis and his hot air is good for something. Pity that headset won’t fit his head.

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  9. Sir Rants-a-Lot Llew

    July 4, 2013 at 14:55

    Wow, MS really are listening. That’s great actually.

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  10. Khulani Ndlovu

    July 4, 2013 at 14:58

    Well that’s a good thing, seems the removal of Don from Xbox to Zynga has she some hope for the Xbox One after all, now whats left is that price tag but watch out we might get another 180 soon, 😉

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    • Trevor Davies

      July 4, 2013 at 15:29

      Maybe even $180 off 😀

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      • Khulani Ndlovu

        July 4, 2013 at 15:38

        Lol, that would be awesome, no need to call it the Xbox one but 180, lol 😀

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  11. FoxOneZA - X-Therminator

    July 4, 2013 at 15:01

    Dr. Evil has left the building.

    Reply

  12. DrKiller

    July 4, 2013 at 15:15

    Maybe we should hint for a guitar to be bundled with the Xbox One? For Rocksmith 😀

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  13. George

    July 4, 2013 at 15:43

    What if Microsoft did the horrible reveal on purpose (bad used game policy and no headset etc.) only to change at a later stage and win the internet?? It looks like they are listening to gamers, but what if it was all just a staged plan?

    Microsoft is really showering us with good news. What’s next, a price drop?

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  14. RinceWind

    July 4, 2013 at 15:47

    See, I said it. We do have clout. And the more we are shouting the more we are heard. Though I think they hear the ‘at least the PS4 comes with a headset, even if it IS shitty’… THAT they heard 🙂

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  15. RinceWind

    July 4, 2013 at 16:05

    BWAHAHAHAHAHA! I can believe this, my word!

    Reply

  16. Gavin Mannion

    July 4, 2013 at 16:06

    And now they have something to announce at Gamescom 🙂

    Reply

  17. Mabenito

    July 4, 2013 at 17:06

    I swear before November, the XBox is gonna look like the PS. Probably gonna change the name to “The One Play Box Station X”

    Reply

  18. nicksimp101

    July 5, 2013 at 07:33

    This is like ordering a nice juicy steak Medium Rare, having the restaurant bring it to you burnt. It doesn’t matter how much free sauce, fries or cooldrink they give you, they can’t unburn that nice juicy steak…

    Sorry M$, but Sony’s steak is perfectly cooked and tastes delicious…

    Reply

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