Microsoft discontinues production of the Kinect Adapter

Microsoft has put the final nail on the coffin for the Kinect Adapter as it confirms that the company has discontinued production for the accessory. This means it’s going to be almost impossible (or really expensive if you try to find some online) for new Xbox One S and One X owners to get an adapter if they don’t already have one. Microsoft ran a promo offering the dongle for free to Xbox One S owners who wanted to use their old Kinects with the new system but later charged US$39.99 for them. According to a statement the company released to Polygon, “After careful consideration, we decided to stop manufacturing the Xbox Kinect Adapter to focus attention on launching new, higher fan-requested gaming accessories across Xbox One and Windows 10.”

Microsoft to release standalone Kinect for Xbox One in October

Microsoft recently unbundled the Kinect from its Xbox One offerings to lower the price. Now, if you feel like you still need the Kinect in your life, the company will be offering the device this October for US$150. The extra $50 will gets you a copy of Dance Central Spotlight. We’re not sure if that would be enough to entice people to buy the Kinect but if it is, then enjoy your new Kinect and dance away.

Source: Gizmodo

Apple reportedly purchases PrimeSense, Microsoft Kinect technology maker

9to5mac cites Israeli Calcalist.co.il to report that Apple bought PrimeSense for about $345 million. PrimeSense is behind the original Kinect technology before Microsoft replace it with in-house tech for 3D body movement and mapping. Senior executives from PrimeSense were seen visiting Apple’s offices recently. The acquisition is seen to boost Apple’s living room TV offerings by building on the company’s 3D tech for gesture control.