What is kinect v2?

Kincet v2 is a motion sensing device developed by Microsoft for Xbox One and Windows PCs. It is an upgraded version of Kinect v1 and was released in 2014.

Some of the improvements of Kinect v2 over v1 include:

  1. Higher resolution camera: Kinect v2 has a 1080p camera compared to the 640x480 resolution camera of its predecessor.

  2. Greater depth sensing: The device uses an improved time-of-flight sensor to detect depth, allowing for more accurate tracking of movements.

  3. Improved skeletal tracking: Kinect v2 can track up to six skeletons at once with greater precision and can even detect different parts of the body such as fingers and facial expressions.

  4. Voice recognition: The device has an upgraded multi-microphone array that can detect and recognize voice commands more accurately than its previous version.

  5. Windows compatibility: Unlike Kinect v1, Kinect v2 is also compatible with Windows PCs, allowing for a wider range of uses beyond gaming.

Overall, Kinect v2 offered significant improvements in tracking, resolution, and voice recognition, making it a popular device for both gaming and non-gaming applications, such as virtual reality, education, and healthcare.