It seems that Microsoft is truly upping their game (I’d like to say no pun intended, but we all know it was), when it comes to the Xbox 720. Today The Verge and IGN are reporting that voice recognition ala Siri will be included in the next-gen Microsoft console.
Sources familiar with Microsoft’s Xbox plans have revealed that Durango, the codename for the next Xbox, will support wake on voice, natural language controls, and speech-to-text. The improved capabilities mean that Xbox users will be able to walk into a room and simply say “Xbox on” to wake up the new Xbox.
This would also line up with the rumor that the Xbox 720 will require a persistent internet connection. While there are some voice recognition devices that work on their own, many rely on cloud support for processing the speech and outputting the correct commands.
Now if only they will allow you to call your Xbox by a given name.
“Jarvis, load up Black Ops. I’ve got some n00bs to pwn.”
“Very good, sir. Shall I start your AC/DC playlist?”
“Should you have to ask?”
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