Webcam for Mixer, Skype & Cortana

Since each USB Webcam would need dedicated drivers, you can't simply add any USB Webcam you like. The Xbox console (as any other consumer device like the Playstation 4, Apple iOS device, un-rooted Android, Smart TVs etc.) is a "walled
garden", which means, in order to protect the device security and integrity, only licensed devices will work on the console.

Which means, only the Kinect Camera has the necessary drivers to work on the console.

If you wish to use any Hardware you want, you'll have to use a PC with a more open system. Windows 10 allows you to install most hardware, if the drivers are properly digitally signed. And with the right configuration settings, you can even install unsigned
drivers.

A thing that is not allowed on consoles, Android, iOS or other "walled garden" devices.

I agree, that only for webcam use, the Kinect is an expensive accessory. But if you're willing to use Kinect for more than just a webcam, and even if fitness games aren't your thing, the convenience of yelling voice commands to your console to record a great
gaming moment, or inviting friends to a match without having to leave your current game and go through the Guide menu is nice.

I would even be fine paying $100 for the Kinect. But the issue is that I have to pay an extra $40 to have a kludge cabling solution. I am not willing to pay extra to have a worse environment. As the Xbox One S was my first ever Xbox, I did not qualify for
the free adapter. They really need to have a native USB Kinect/Webcam for people who are new to Xbox. I am missing out on the functionality of Cortana and Skype because of poor product decisions. This isn't the way to get new customers into Xbox by cutting
them off from using Kinect.

Since each USB Webcam would need dedicated drivers, you can't simply add any USB Webcam you like. The Xbox console (as any other consumer device like the Playstation 4, Apple iOS device, un-rooted Android, Smart TVs etc.) is a "walled
garden", which means, in order to protect the device security and integrity, only licensed devices will work on the console.

Which means, only the Kinect Camera has the necessary drivers to work on the console.

If you wish to use any Hardware you want, you'll have to use a PC with a more open system. Windows 10 allows you to install most hardware, if the drivers are properly digitally signed. And with the right configuration settings, you can even install unsigned
drivers.

A thing that is not allowed on consoles, Android, iOS or other "walled garden" devices.

I agree, that only for webcam use, the Kinect is an expensive accessory. But if you're willing to use Kinect for more than just a webcam, and even if fitness games aren't your thing, the convenience of yelling voice commands to your console to record a great
gaming moment, or inviting friends to a match without having to leave your current game and go through the Guide menu is nice.

Thanks for your Response.

broadcast with a webcam on Mixer is for broadcasting which works fine.

Problem is Logitech C930e Webcam (Any Webcam) is not responding to "Hi Cortana". Digital Assistant is also on, and Cortana works completely fine with any connected Headphone. How can I use Cortana with a webcam mic?

Hello Panka,

We understand that you would like to use your Logitech webcam that carries with it a microphone for us with Cortana.

Within our broadcast with a webcam on Mixer support article, the following information is mentioned:

For the best experience, we recommend these webcams:

• Microsoft LifeCam Studio
• Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000
• Logitech C922 Pro Stream Webcam
• Logitech C930e Webcam

These would be considered our most compatible webcams, and as long as there is compatibility, all functions and aspects of your device will work properly with our Xbox features.

We hope this information was helpful, and we wish you the best.

Hey there DeadBlya! Happy to shed some light on this.

When you get a chance, let's check out our guide here that should have some more insight on using

webcams for Mixer.