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Winsage

December 12, 2024

Xbox’s PC App Brings Refreshed Home Experience To All Users

Microsoft has rolled out its revamped Home Experience to all PC users after testing with Xbox Insiders. The new user interface aims to enhance the gaming experience by making it easier to find games and discover new titles. It features Game Pass offerings and streamlines access to games outside the subscription service, keeping players informed about featured content, upcoming releases, new events, Game Pass updates, and sales. The Xbox app is also evolving to help discover Xbox titles not included in Game Pass. A new "jump back in" feature allows players to resume gameplay easily in 'Compact Mode.' Microsoft plans to introduce more features in the future as part of its Windows and PC Game Pass initiatives.

Winsage

December 11, 2024

Microsoft adds 400 games to its Xbox app on Windows PC, along with this key feature I’ve wanted for years

Microsoft's Xbox app for Windows PC has been updated to include approximately 400 new games, enhancing the gaming library. The update features a redesigned Home menu for improved navigation and user engagement. Over 100 of the new games support the Xbox Play Anywhere feature, allowing progress transfer between Xbox consoles and PCs. The update also includes cross-play capabilities for many titles. The new Home experience, initially available to Xbox Insiders, is now accessible to all users. Microsoft plans to introduce casual games like Candy Crush Soda Saga and Angry Birds 2 in December. Despite improvements, some users report performance issues with the app.

Winsage

December 11, 2024

Microsoft adds nearly 400 games to the Xbox app as it rolls out a ‘new Home experience’ to all users

Microsoft has released a major update for the Xbox app on PC, improving user experience by streamlining game discovery and access. The update introduces a revamped "Home experience," previously exclusive to Xbox Insiders, which provides information on upcoming game releases, new events, Game Pass content, and sales. Key features include curated collections, personalized recommendations, exclusive deals, and a "Jump back in" feature for returning to gameplay. Additionally, the app's library has expanded by nearly 400 previously unavailable games, enhancing the options for users.

AppWizard

December 11, 2024

Microsoft working to bring all PC games with Xbox features into Xbox app

Microsoft has made the new PC gaming Home experience available to all users through the Xbox app on Windows, after testing it with Xbox Insiders. This update provides a centralized hub for players to stay informed about game releases, events, and exclusive Game Pass content. The new interface includes curated collections, personalized recommendations, and a "Jump back in" feature for quick gameplay resumption. Microsoft is also integrating nearly 400 PC games with Xbox functionalities into the app, including titles from developers like Kemco, Kairosoft, Yacht Club Games, and Double 11.

Winsage

November 16, 2024

Own Office 2019 on Your Mac for Only A$61

Microsoft Office 2019 is currently available for Mac users at a discounted price during the Deal Days event, offering lifetime access to Office Home & Business, which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote.

AppWizard

November 12, 2024

Google is working on a new widget for your smart home (APK teardown)

The Google Home app is being enhanced with a new feature called the "Home Summary" widget, which is currently in internal testing. This widget is designed to provide users with a concise overview of their smart home devices and related events, potentially using AI to generate updates on the home screen. Although not yet available to the public, it may include features such as temperature readings from the thermostat, aiming to simplify the management of multiple smart devices. The widget's development indicates a growing demand for more intuitive smart home management solutions.

Winsage

October 28, 2024

Xbox app on Windows is getting a new Home page with games, deals, recommendations, more

Xbox Insiders on Windows are receiving an update to the Xbox app that introduces a revamped Home experience. This update aims to create a unified interface that combines content from Game Pass and the Microsoft Store, making it easier for users to access games. Key features include a featured content panel displaying new game releases, current events, recent Game Pass additions, and sales; a dedicated deals section for gaming discounts; personalized recommendations based on users' gameplay history; and a "Jump Back In" option for quick access to recently played games. Users can enroll in the Insider Previews through the Xbox Insider Hub app, with the version hosting this update being "2411.1000.49.0." Microsoft is also seeking user feedback through a survey.