Courtesy of Microsoft
Using a video camera and a depth sensor to follow 48 points on your head, torso, arms, hands, and legs, this device makes it possible to control game elements entirely through body movements.
Product: Kinect for XBox 360
Cost: $150 (console sold separately)
Availability: November 2010
Source: www.xbox.com/en-US/kinect
Company: Microsoft
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