Microsoft plans to release a cheaper version of Xbox One S. According to the information, the new product will lose the Blu-Ray drive and will cost $ 100 cheaper than the classic Xbox One. Also a cost-reduced version with a drive is expected. About any other changes in the architecture and design of the console while there is no information, and therefore it is not clear about the next price reduction.
Background failure from the drive.
In recent years, it has become popular to buy and download games online, and therefore the need for the drive disappears. Another reason for the failure of the drive is likely to increase the volume of games and the inability to fit them even on Blu-Ray disc. Recently, it often happens that the user buying a box with the game discovers instead of the classic disc inscription with the key code allows you to download the game again through the online service.