With the Xbox One S, you will now be able to play the greatest games lineup, which would include Xbox 360 classics, on a 40% smaller console. The Xbox One S is one of the latest gaming consoles from Microsoft that is slowly gaining some much-needed popularity. But despite its positive feedback. It also has some flaws and issues that need to be considered. With that being said, here are some Pros and Cons that you definitely need to know about the Xbox One S.
PROS
+ The Xbox One S is 40% smaller than that the standard Xbox One. The bulky power brick is gone and has now been replaced with an internal power supply.
+ Users can now take full advantage of the console's 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray support and HDR compatibility. The One S can bring out the true visual depth of your video games
+ The console's 4K support isn't just limited towards video output, it upscales regular HD video to 4K as well.
+ The console also features a new wireless controller that gives you twice the wireless range. A definite Pro.
+ The IR Blaster allows you to turn on other devices, such as the cable box and your TV when configured correctly.
CONS
- Using Kinect is no longer possible without a USB adapter on the Xbox One S since the Kinect sensor port has now been removed. However, Microsoft has assured that they will be offering a free Xbox Kinect Adapter to current Xbox One owners that want to upgrade.
- Reports of the faulty fan (constant clipping sound).
- Reports of consistent vibration noise even when no disc or games are being played.
- Reports of faulty Blu-Ray drive that is unable to read discs, as well as restarting the console when the eject button is being pressed.
- Reports of no power, which results in the console randomly stop working and suddenly booting up.