Microsoft has this week released a new separate version of its Xbox One SmartGlass application as a beta development stage release.
Now in addition to both the Xbox 360 and Xbox One currently available SmartGlass, Microsoft has now made available a separate beta build of the Xbox One app for Android, Windows 8 and Windows Phone users.
As you might expect from any beta release Microsoft explains that the new Xbox One SmartGlass app is still a little rough around the edges and may not operate properly or work the way the final release well. Features of the new SmartGlass beta app include the ability to :
– Easily navigate game options so you can quickly get to the full list of Achievements, challenges, and game clips without jumping through multiple screens.
– View recent players to find people you recently gamed with, easily add them as a friend, or issue a rematch challenge.
– Sort the Friends list by online status for a quick view of what your friends are doing.
– View your Activity Feed in a way that matches the view on your console
– Launch an app in Snap from your mobile device, and when you’re done, simply unsnap it.
– Receive Xbox Live messaging alerts on your mobile device, making it easier to stay in touch with friends when you’re on the go.
If you are interested in giving the new Xbox One SmartGlass a whirl it is now available to download from the Google Play, the Windows Store and the Windows Phone Store.
Source: Android Police
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