With rumors swirling about the Xbox One Kinect sensor potentially spying on users, Microsoft released details Thursday on what privacy options will be available for the next-gen console.
According to a post on Microsoft's Xbox Wire, users will be able to control what the Kinect can see and hear. They'll be able to turn it off when playing games or watching TV or movies. Even the "Xbox On" command can be turned off. The only exception to the rule is with certain games that require the Kinect to play.
When the Kinect sensor is on, Microsoft states that "data, such as videos, photos, facial expressions, heart rate and more...will not leave your Xbox One without your explicit permission." Additionally, "When Xbox One is on and you’re simply having a conversation in your living room, your conversation is not being recorded or uploaded."
Microsoft has been under fire for privacy concerns with the Kinect 2 since it was first revealed to be required for the Xbox One.
Expect more details to come with E3 next week. Microsoft's press conference will happen Monday, June 10 at 12:30 p.m. EST.
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