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Turns out Michael Pachter video game analyst is predicting the Xbox One to cost around $399 based on the cost of materials for its specifications released. He has also tagged the PlayStatoin 4 at $349. Going to be interesting to see how close they are to real price.
Pachter believes Microsoft, Sony, and their various partners will likely offer some subsidies to offset the cost of the consoles. Given that the Xbox One includes the ability to watch live television, cable and satellite television operators might offer discounted boxes in exchange for multiyear contracts. Similarly, given that the Xbox One depends in large measure on being connected to the Web, Internet service providers could offer a subsidy as well. And Microsoft could offer discounts for gamers who purchase long-term commitments for its Xbox Live Gold service.
Via: Cnet