The Kinect MagniEye will be available September 15th 2011. Not everyone has the capability of "kinecting" in a large, unobstructed space. If you live in a small apartment or have little room to work with, playing with the Kinect sensor often isn't an option as you’ll need a decent sized room with plenty of open space.
The solution is now here! The Kinect MagniEye allows for congested areas to be able to experience the full capabilities of the Kinect camera without space limitations or functionality changes.
A special magnifier lens brings in Kinect's field of vision and allows the Kinect to be used in much smaller sized rooms - with NO modification to your Kinect.
This easy-to-install faceplate makes this accessory a MUST HAVE for Kinect gamers with space limitation.
Special magnifier lens brings in Kinect?s field of vision
Allows the Kinect to be used in much smaller sized rooms
Easy installation; no modification to your Kinect needed
The Kinect Bowling Ball is a great introduction to Kinects Brunswick Bowling game and Kinect Sports.
If you want a more realistic bowling experience while using Kinect, you'll need a Bowling Ball for the XBOX 360 Kinect.
This ultra-realistic accessory looks and feels like the same ball you'd find in an actual bowling alley.
The Bowling Ball for XBOX 360 Kinect is compatible with all Kinect bowling titles including Kinect Sports and Brunswick Pro Bowling and also features a locking wrist strap to safely secure the ball to your wrist.
The Xbox 360 Kinect Perfect Range Game Mat is a great idea to keep you within the correct range for the Xbox 360 kinect sensor to read all your moves.It's size is 55" x 78" Game Mat for the XBOX 360 Kinect.
This is a padded protection for all you rugs and floors and it has a special anti slip durable material.
By placing the mat centered, 4’ from the XBOX 360 Kinect’s camera, players can see a clear visual guide of the gaming area for a flawless Kinect experience.
So you will know exactly where to be standing for optimal kinect camera viewing.
Check out some of the kinect accessories mounts and clips, if you have a small area or just need to mount you kinect controller out of harms way here are some accessories that maybe just what you may need.
Xbox 360 Kinect TV Mount
I needed it because having it on the TV stand meant it was blocking the Wii sensor as well as the remote control sensor.
Mounts Kinect camera above flat panel TVs
Adjustable arms connect to flat-panel TV's wall-mounting screw points Supports flat-panels up to 60 inches Can be mounted between flat panel and wall-mounting bracket.
Xbox 360 Kinect Wall Mount
If you live in a small space, this is perfect for getting your Kinect up high and a little farther away. My TV is not wall mounted and is about a foot an a half in front of the wall. With this Kinect wall mount, I gain that additional foot an half and by putting it 6 feet up, I gain about another foot. Now I'm able to play 2 player games in my small living room.
You will need to drill 4 small holes in your wall so be prepared to do that. It's very simple to install and as long as you have a drill you are set.
Kinect TV Mount Clip
The Kinect Sensor Mounting Clip for the Xbox 360 is the optimized solution for mounting the Kinect Sensor above your flat panel HDTV. Slide in and out Kinect Sensor platform for easy mounting and storage.
Mount Kinect Sensor on flat panel TVs
Slide in and out Kinect Sensor platform for easy mounting and storage
The kinect floor stand is a screw together assembly for a total height of ~24". You can however adjust the total height by removing the top 12" threaded pipe (male/male) and coupling (female/female). But I was expecting to be able to adjust it to the full working range of the Kinect... didn't the manual say to mount the Kinect between 2'-6'
Anyway, there are 7 plastic peices.
1) Top base: which uses a quick connect of 2 pinchers to hold the kinect base
2) male/female reducer: male side is about the size of a camera tripod (although I dont have one so I couldn't verify that), female side is the size of a 15/16" gas threaded connector
3) male/male 12" pipe: same 15/16" gas thread connections
4) female/female coupler: same 15/16" gas thread connections
5) male/male 12" pipe: one side with 15/16" gas thread connection, bottom side uses a proprietory connection to the base
6) quick connect wire clip: clips to the bottom pipe, which is slightly larger than the upper pipe
7) tripod base with female insert for bottom pipe: this comes with either 3 rubber pads for the bottom or 3 velcro pads for use on carpet .
The Kinect Zoom reduces the play range required to enjoy Kinect software by up to 40 percent, allowing you to play closer to your TV. Zoom’s wide angle lens also enables two people to play in an area normally only suitable for a single player making it ideal for those in smaller apartments or dorm rooms.
Decrease the space needed to play your favorite Kinect games with Nyko’s Zoom for Kinect
Specially designed optical lenses fit over the Kinect sensor and clip into place making set up a breeze with nothing to plug in. No additional software or calibration is required. The design of the Zoom blends seamlessly with the look and feel of the Kinect.
The Zoom opens up a whole new world of Kinect play to those who previously lacked the space required to fully enjoy it.
Up to 40 percent reduction in space needed to play Compatible with all Kinect software
Play with 1 or 2 players in a smaller space
Easily clips over the Kinect Sensor - no modification or complex installation needed
Plug and play - no tuning, software or adjustment needed
Seamlessly blends in with the look of the Kinect Sensor
There are now a few additional kinect accessories to make your Xbox kinect gaming even more enjoyable, there is a kinect floor mat to stop the wear and tear of your own carpet. The most popular kinect accessory is the Wall Mount. All of these items are officially licensed by Microsoft.
There are some new kinect accessories for the apartment, dorm or room without as much space, the Kinect Zoom and the Kinect Magni Eye.
The Kinect Floor Stand
The Kinect Floor Stand is the ideal solution for users without their own tripods. This sturdy, weighted stand supports the Kinect camera on hard or carpeted floors. The camera mounts on at the ideal height for play. The Kinect Floor Stand is perfect for users with large living rooms or those just seeking an easily stored solution.
* Supports the Kinect Camera on hard or carpeted floors
* Mounts Kinect Camera at ideal height for play.
The Kinect Wall Mount
The Kinect Wall Mount is the ideal solution for wall-mounted flat panel TVs and also home theater projectors. The mounting apparatus allows the Kinect to rotate its full 40-degrees of yaw. The included cover plate allows bracket to be hidden. Officially licensed by Microsoft.
The Kinect Wall Mount Features
* Ideal for wall-mounted flat panel TVs and home theater projectors
* Mounting apparatus allows Kinect to rotate its full 40-degrees of yaw
* Cover plate allows bracket to be hidden.
The Kinect Extension Cable
The officially licensed Kinect Extension Cable allows for expanded placement of the Kinect camera in a variety of settings. It provides an additional 10 feet of range and carries both data signal and power.
The Kinect Extension Cable Features
* Allows for expanded placement of Kinect camera in a variety of settings
* Provides additional 10 feet range
* Carries both data signal and power
Kinect TV Mount
The Kinect TV Mount Kit allows users to mount the Kinect camera above or below on flat panel TVs. The adjustable arms connect to the flat-panel TV’s wall-mounting screw points. The mount supports flat-panels up to 60 inches.
* Mounts Kinect camera above or below on flat panel TVs
* Adjustable arms connect to flat-panel TV’s wall-mounting screw points
* Supports flat-panels up to 60 inches
* Can be mounted between flat panel and wall-mounting bracket.
Xbox Gaming Mat
55″ x 78″ Game Mat for the XBOX 360 Kinect.The Xbox 360 Kinect is the first of its kind in controller-free motion capture gaming. Make the most of this new technology with the Perfect Range Game Mat for the Xbox 360 Kinect from CTA Digital.
The beauty of the Game Mat is that it allows for a clear view of Kinect’s 1 and 2 player gaming zone, while protecting your floors and carpets and reducing noise.
By placing the mat centered, 4’ from the XBOX 360 Kinect’s camera, players can see a clear visual guide of the gaming area for a flawless Kinect experience.
Kinect Bowling Ball
Now there is also a kinect bowling ball, if you want a more realistic bowling experience while using Kinect, you can now get a Bowling Ball for the XBOX 360 Kinect.
This ultra-realistic accessory looks and feels like the same ball you’d find in an actual bowling alley.
The Bowling Ball for XBOX 360 Kinect is compatible with all Kinect bowling titles including Kinect Sports and Brunswick Pro Bowling and also features a locking wrist strap to safely secure the ball to your wrist.
Kinect Magni Eye
Not everyone has the capability of playing video games in a large, unobstructed space. The Microsoft Xbox 360 Kinect requires you to have a vast area of space in order to play games for it which can be quite difficult if you live in a small apartment or have little room to work with. Newbie Gaming’s MagniEye allows for congested areas to be able to experience the full capabilities of the Kinect camera without space limitations or functionality changes. The easy-to-install faceplate makes this purchase a MUST HAVE for Microsoft Xbox 360 Kinect gamers, will be available September 15th 2011.
Decrease the space needed to play your favorite Kinect games with Nyko’s Zoom for Kinect. The Zoom reduces the play range required to enjoy Kinect software by up to 40 percent, allowing you to play closer to your TV. Zoom’s wide angle lens also enables two people to play in an area normally only suitable for a single player making it ideal for those in smaller apartments or dorm rooms.
Check out the video of the Kinect Zoom, this will be available September 13th 2011.
