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Xbox app on Windows 10 gets new update; beta soon to come

The Xbox One app on Windows 10 has just been updated to bring in more real-time information.

According to Major Nelson, the update will provide real-time updates to your Friends list and Activity Feed A new side-by-side comparison with Friends will also be offered, allowing you to check out how you fare against your buddies.

The biggest update will allow mouse and keyboard support for text entry. “You will now be able to use the Xbox app and other inputs compatible with Windows devices – keyboards, touch keypads, and the like – to enter text in search boxes and more on Xbox One,” Major Nelson advised.

A beta for the Xbox app has also been planned. We’ll report as more is known.


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