I've been trying out Windows 8 for the past few days and am pleased to report that's it's working out flawlessly.
Microsoft are in a difficult transition phase at the moment: the Metro design is now being referred to as Modern UI and all of its services are being unified. Xbox is a major player in this regard seeing as multimedia services such as videos and music run under the Xbox label. What's the motivation behind this corporate re-branding? Simple: Microsoft has not exactly been the pinnale of what is considered as being “cool” these past few years, but Xbox on the other hand has grown to be extremely popular. So this is a means to get users being Windows and co. again.
One of the main concerns is making popular services more easily accessible via mobile applications. Microsoft has several applications that have enjoyed a positive user response, but what about My Xbox LIVE? In a nutshell: it's top notch. The app provides all of the features we were hoping it would: chat with friends, updates on Xbox and games, own games and account management.
- Spotlight: This is where you'll find videos related to new games and Xbox features. The clips are in HD and their quality was very good on the Galaxy Nexus.
- Social: This is where you interact with friends, chat and tweak your personal avatar.
- Games: All games linked to an Xbox Live account can be found here. This is becoming increasingly important seeing as apps and games are now integrated in the Xbox Live network.
Bottom line:
I especially like the options for adapting one's avatar in Mx Xbox Live, which I would say is on par with when making adjustments from your computer or Xbox.
What's missing: in depth account management, similar to what can be done via the browser. Within the app itself you can only make changes to the name, motto, location and bio.
That said, all Xbox users should find joy in this little app, especially those users who don't use an actual Xbox but rather play on their computers.
Sam
Oct 2, 2012 6:21:52 PM
Do not download I downloaded this app and it didn't work. Don't download if you have a nexus 7 tablet
Keith
Oct 2, 2012 5:28:45 PM
Not as good as Spark 360 app is significantly better. Also it's the only way you can save your sent messages as MS apparently doesn't believe in this feature.
Steffan
Oct 2, 2012 5:04:51 PM
Shweet G SIII This application is great and still has its bugs but it does all you need to communicate with your friends. Better then your need to go to single letter to the next on Xbox keyboard. You can use it i.e. a phone text messenger format.
JAD
Oct 2, 2012 3:32:35 PM
No compatibility with 4G Will not connect when using 4G. Works great with 3G and wifi though.
D-rek, D-rock, DK, etc.
Oct 2, 2012 3:29:27 PM
Won't Run on Nexus 7 The app did fine on my Evo 4G, but won't run on my Nexus 7. Will update to 4 stars once they update the compatibility. And then 5 stars when it finally connects to my Xbox after the fall update.
Carlos
Oct 2, 2012 3:13:06 PM
Best Best xbox app
Graeme&Jo
Oct 2, 2012 2:16:04 PM
App doesn't work on Galaxy Tab 2 10.1! Tried to install this on my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 but an error message comes up saying that the app does not work well enough on this device. Disappointing as would have expected a big corporation like Microsoft to ensure the app was ready for use on all tablets as soon as they are released.
Justin
Oct 2, 2012 9:34:48 AM
<3
Nick
Oct 2, 2012 9:09:24 AM
Horrible Won't open on Kyocera hydro.. fix ...
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Oct 2, 2012 8:33:40 AM
Fix this Please make it compatible with nexus 7