Microsoft’s actions even before the XB1 shows a lack of understanding of what would make their console a useful media center. On the 360 you can’t play music files that are stored on SkyDrive. You can play them on Android devices from SkyDrive but not on Microsoft’s own device. If you want to watch YouTube, you’re required to have a Xbox Live Gold account. The YouTube app on AppleTV doesn’t require a monthly payment like it does on Xbox. The list goes on and on of things that work on other platforms (like podcasts) that don’t work on Xbox or require a subscription. If you’re not interested in playing online games but simply want a media center, the Xbox line is a terrible choice.
