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Microsoft is undergoing a sort of unification process at the moment, and especially Windows 8 users will benefit from this, seeing that as of now one account suffices to log into several services from now on. Android users will be happy to know that that personal Xbox LIVE account can now me interacted with easily using the My Xbox LIVE app. Find out more about the app's features and performance in today's review.
Features & Use
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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.
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My Xbox LIVE does well in the department. A lot of us here at AndroidPIT like the Modern UI, and Microsoft has a nice minimal look to it. There are some fun surprises along the way, too: in the “Social” category one's own avatar strolls across the display and waves. A cute, tongue-in-cheek moment. And who would've guessed a few years back that Microsoft would come out with an individual and appealing design?
Controls are equally good and fun to use.
Speed & Stability
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My Xbox LIVE performed well and without any major issues throughout our test runs. The only small hiccup was when the “options” button in the “Social” category didn't react.
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Market Comments
Sam, Oct 2, 2012
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
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
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
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
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
Best Best xbox app
Graeme&Jo, Oct 2, 2012
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
<3
Nick, Oct 2, 2012
Horrible Won't open on Kyocera hydro.. fix ...
aa, Oct 2, 2012
Fix this Please make it compatible with nexus 7
Jeff, Oct 2, 2012
Fail
will, Oct 2, 2012
Works great They fixed it. Would be 5 stars if there was a widget
Chris, Oct 2, 2012
Not workinv I go to sign enforce closes every time.
Jeziah, Oct 2, 2012
Doesn't work It doesn't support my device fix this then ill put 5 stars
Xiutehcuhtli, Oct 2, 2012
Good app but... Doesn't recognize 4G as connected to internet. Only works via 3G or Wifi.
jake, Oct 2, 2012
It looks good but.... Many phones are incompatible with it....if your phone is not compatible I recommend the application called spark 360 it's a great app and free and it notifies u unlike this app making it better and it's faster and takes up less space. I find it better than this app it has more features.
Alex, Oct 2, 2012
No nexus 7 support Really should have support for the flagship android tablet, I would also like to see remote access as well.
Jose, Oct 2, 2012
The best Xbox Live App Excellent app for the Samsung Galaxy S III.
Ryan, Oct 2, 2012
Decent enough Spotlight hasn't been working for some time now. Rest of the app works fine.
MJ, Oct 2, 2012
Won't run well enough. 2 devices. Nexux 7 tablet (Quad Core, 1GB RAM) & LG Motion MS770 phone (1.2Ghz Dual Core, 1GB RAM). Both devices give the "won't run well enough on this device" message.
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