Xbox gets a big update with the new August update

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Finally today we received the new august update for Xbox. Well, really, it’s a big update, because it contains new features, both for the Xbox Series itself and for PCs and devices. We have a little bit of everything, although we’ll segment the most important thing when it comes to Xbox below.

Now, Xbox and PlayStation controllers, DualShock 4 and 5They can be used on devices like Amazon Fire TV. Generally, almost any Bluetooth controller can work on these devices, but it’s best if you can use Xbox or PlayStation controllers.

New update for Xbox

• Discord Integration on Xbox– It’s now easier to receive updates about your Discord friends directly on your Xbox console. You can voice chat with them or watch their streams without using the Discord app on PC or mobile.

• Linking accounts: If you link your Xbox and Discord accounts, you can include your Discord friends in your friends list in the Xbox Guide. You must link your accounts again for this to work.

• Discord Friends List on Xbox– Your Discord friends will appear in the “Happening Now” section of the Xbox Guide when they are playing a game or in voice chat on Discord.

• View Discord Streams on Xbox: You can now watch Discord streams directly on your Xbox console while you’re on a Discord call or voice channel.

• Stream from Xbox to Discord: You can also stream your gameplay from Xbox console to your Discord friends.

• Game Installation Options: When installing games on Xbox or PC, you can choose to install everything or select specific features to save time and space.

Customize your Xbox controller

• New customization options: Two new features have been added to Xbox controllers: a long press function and a shortcut to turn off the device.

• Press and hold the button function: Coming soon to Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and Xbox Adaptive Controller. Allows you to hold a button with a single touch, useful for improving accessibility.

• Feature settings in the Xbox Accessories app: The feature can be enabled by configuring the controller in the Xbox Accessories app, selecting a profile, and changing the desired button.

• Shortcut to turn off the device: A quick option to turn off the controller is introduced from the Xbox Accessories app, by going to the “More options” menu and selecting “Turn off device”.

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