Console wars 2013 who wins ps4 or xbox1

So the specs just came screaming out on the X-box 1 and I thought I would give you my loyal readers a heads up in case you haven't heard yet.

 Both systems seem to have near Identical hardware and software support, (exclusive titles not withstanding). The big kicker for me and the epic fail on the part of Microsoft is gonna be their always on camera and internet connection through the Kinect, which is part of every Xbox 1. Not only is this akin to 24 hr surveillance in your own home but it will be required for you to maintain an online connection to play your games. I don't know about you but for this gamer that is a huge issue. For one I refuse to have any corporate surveillance device in my house for any reason. (not that I have anything to hide, but I enjoy my privacy) 2nd the fact that I won't be able to purchase or sell used games for my new system is a slap in the face. Essentially by signing up for the new Xbox 1 I am entering into a bad lease agreement with really shitty terms.  Now there are a lot of questions about the ps4 also but none of my major issues with the XBOX 1 seem to be going cross platform.

So my verdict is this, unless changes are made quickly Xbox 1 is dead in the water, (It just hasn't realized it yet) and ps4 or WII U win the console war. 

Loot Crate Unboxing for May

Yeah I know this one is late going up but I have just switched jobs and am still trying to get the shop going as well, so here it is. The theme of the crate was Equip.   If you don't know what loot crate is it is a monthly subscription box of gamer and geek goodness. If  your interested in it there will be a link later in this blog to sign up and get a bit of a discount.

so this crate I got....

A Space invaders bow tie---- the coolness of this cannot be understated, it's a black bow tie with invaders on it and it is not some novelty plastic deal it is the real thing. From black tie geek
Joker mini Figurine - From D.C. comics this figure captures Mr. J in all his maniacal glory (it scared my 7 yr old daughter) pretty cool get from this crate.
Don't Panic and remember your towel , towel --- White terrycloth mini towel with the Hitchhikers guide to the Galaxy motto on it and a rather confused bowl of flowers at the top.
$10 1 year digital subscription to pure Nintendo magazine
Iron Man Mark 3 Papercraft --- essentially a build it yourself Iron Man Paper doll (not for me but still pretty cool)
Inanimation Stickers
Mario ? Mark box of coin candies - I love these types of things I put em on my desk so people will ask questions.
Black Cord Ninja -- A cool little cord holder that looks like a ninja and will keep my headphone cords from getting tangled.

So for $13 bucks and change plus shipping this is what I got... I say this is a hell of a deal.

Go to www.lootcrate.com to subscribe and use the code Equip for $3.00 OFF  Next crate ships out June 20 and they are promising a T-shirt in this one so don't miss out.