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'{{short description|System software for the Xbox One}} {{Use mdy dates|date=May 2017}} {{Infobox OS | name = Xbox One system software | logo = | screenshot = Xbox One interface.jpg | caption = Home Screen in March 2020 Update | developer = [[Microsoft]] | family = [[Hyper-V]] and [[Windows 10]] based Xbox OS<ref name="xboxonethreesystems">{{cite web|url=http://www.extremetech.com/gaming/156467-xbox-one-hardware-and-software-specs-detailed-and-analyzed|title=Xbox One: Hardware and software specs detailed and analyzed|date=May 23, 2013|first=Sebastian|last=Anthony|website=ExtremeTech|publisher=Ziff Davis|accessdate=December 1, 2013}}</ref> | released = 6.2.9792.0 {{small|(xb_rel_flash1307.130829-1800)}} / {{Start date and age|2013|11|22}}<ref name="updatelist">{{cite web|website=Xbox Official Site|url=https://support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/settings-updates/whats-new-xbox-one-system-updates|title=What’s new: Xbox One system updates|publisher=Microsoft|accessdate=August 29, 2020}}</ref> | language count = 20 | language footnote = <ref>{{cite web|website=Xbox Official Site|url=http://support.xbox.com/xbox-one/console/set-up-new-system-solution|title=Set up your Xbox One console|publisher=Microsoft|accessdate=September 2, 2014}}</ref> | language = Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian (Bokmål), Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Turkish, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Japanese, Arabic, Hebrew | website = {{Official URL}} | working_state = Current | source_model = [[Closed source]] | latest_release_version = 10.0.19041.4162 {{small|(rs_xbox_release_2008.200824-1730)}} | latest_release_date = {{Start date and age|2020|8|28}}<ref name="updatelist" /> | updatemodel = {{Ubl | Direct Download | USB Recovery<ref name="offlineupdate">{{cite web|website=Xbox Official Site|url=http://support.xbox.com/xbox-one/console/offline-system-update-diagnostic-tool|title=How to use the Offline System Update Diagnostic Tool on Xbox One|publisher=Microsoft|accessdate=November 30, 2013}}</ref> }} | supported_platforms = {{ubl|[[Xbox One]] (original)|[[Xbox One S]]|[[Xbox One X]]|[[Xbox One S All-Digital Edition]]|[[Xbox Series X]]}} | userland = | ui = | license = | preceded_by = [[Xbox 360 system software]] }} {{Windows 10}} The '''Xbox One system software''', sometimes called the '''Xbox OS''', or '''Xbox Dashboard''' (when a person is referring to software updates), is the [[operating system]] developed exclusively for the [[Xbox One]] [[home video game console|consoles]].<ref>{{cite web|website=Xbox Official Site|url=http://support.xbox.com/xbox-one/console/system-update-overview|title= About system updates on Xbox One |publisher=Microsoft|accessdate=December 1, 2013}}</ref> It is a [[Microsoft Windows]]-based operating system using the [[Hyper-V]] [[virtual machine monitor]] and contains separate operating systems for games and applications that can run on the console.<ref name="xboxonethreesystems" /> It is located on the internal HDD for day-to-day usage, while also being duplicated on the internal [[Flash memory#NAND flash|NAND storage]] of the console for recovery purposes and factory reset functionality. The Xbox One allows users to download applications that add to the functionality of the dashboard. From June 2014 onwards, entertainment apps no longer required the user to be signed into a valid Xbox Live Gold account in order to use the features advertised for the given app.<ref name="livejunechange">{{cite web|website=Xbox Wire|url=http://news.xbox.com/2014/05/xbox-delivering-more-choices|title=Delivering More Choices for Fans|publisher=Microsoft|date=May 13, 2014|first=Phil|last=Spencer|accessdate=May 13, 2014}}</ref> Since launch, Microsoft has been updating the OS monthly, with updates downloaded from the [[Xbox Live]] service directly to the Xbox One and subsequently installed, or by using offline recovery images downloaded via a PC.<ref name="offlineupdate" /> In November 2015, a major system update known as the New Xbox One Experience was released, which brought very significant changes to the design and functionality of the system.<ref>[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-ones-new-update-possibly-most-significant-in-/1100-6432202/ Xbox One's New Update Possibly Most Significant in Console History, Microsoft Says]</ref> The Windows 10-based Core had replaced the Windows 8-based one in this update, and the new system is sometimes referred to as "'''Windows 10 on Xbox One'''".<ref>[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-one-is-literally-a-windows-device/1100-6430425/ Xbox One Is "Literally a Windows Device"]</ref><ref>[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-xbox-one-update-will-make-some-functionality-5/1100-6430524/ New Xbox One Update Will Make Some Functionality 50 Percent Faster]</ref> ==Technology== ===System=== The Xbox One console runs on an [[operating system]] that includes the [[Windows 10]] core, although initially it included the [[Windows 8]] core at the Xbox One's release. The Xbox One system software contains a heavily modified [[Hyper-V]] hypervisor (known as NanoVisor) as its host OS and two partitions. One of the partitions, the "Exclusive" partition is a custom [[virtual machine]] (VM) for games; the other partition, the "Shared" partition is a custom VM for running multiple apps. The Shared Partition contained the Windows 8 Core at launch until November 2015, where via a system update known as the "New Xbox One Experience", it was upgraded to the Windows 10 Core. With Windows 10, [[Universal Windows Platform]] apps became available on Xbox One. According to the current head of Microsoft's Gaming division, [[Phil Spencer (business executive)|Phil Spencer]], "The importance of entertainment and games to the Windows ecosystem has become really prevalent to the company".<ref name=xboxpc>[http://www.polygon.com/2015/8/10/9126899/phil-spencer-obliterating-distinction-between-xbox-pc-gamescom-interview-2015 PHIL SPENCER IS OBLITERATING THE DISTINCTION BETWEEN XBOX AND PC, AND HE'S JUST GETTING STARTED]</ref> The program that Microsoft launched allows developers to build a single app that can run on a wide variety of devices, including [[personal computer]]s and Xbox One video game consoles.<ref>[http://www.polygon.com/2015/1/21/7866891/windows-10-universal-apps-xbox-one Windows 10 bringing universal Windows apps to Xbox One]</ref> According to ''Polygon'', Microsoft removed the distinction between Xbox One and Windows PC.<ref name=xboxpc /> Starting in February 2014, [[Microsoft]] invited select users to join a preview program that enables them to receive early builds of upcoming system updates and experiment with the features prior to the public launch of the software. Once registered for the Xbox One Preview Program, participants can test the early features included in the update, provide feedback on a private forum and can opt out of future waves.<ref name=XOPreviewProgram>{{cite web|last1=Nelson|first1=Major|title=Invitation to Preview the Next Xbox One Update|url=http://news.xbox.com/2014/02/xbox-one-preview-update|website=xbox.com|publisher=Microsoft|accessdate=June 19, 2015}}</ref> Through its Xbox Feedback website, Microsoft has been soliciting input from consumers on its features and taking requests for future additions to the console. Low battery notifications and [[Blu-ray 3D]] support are two examples of ideas that have been among the top vote-getters on the site.<ref name="GS-Feedback">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-one-august-update-detailed-new-friends-sectio/1100-6421196/|title=Xbox One August Update Detailed; New Friends Section of Home Screen Coming|author=Chris Pereira|work=gamespot.com|publisher=CBS Interactive, Inc.|date=July 18, 2014|accessdate=July 18, 2014}}</ref> ===User interface=== The Xbox One system software's interface uses a geometrical placement of squares and rectangular items that scrolls as a continuous vertical line, using the [[Metro (design language)|Metro]] design language that is also seen in [[Windows 8]], [[Windows 10]], and other Microsoft products.<ref>[http://www.gottabemobile.com/2013/12/31/the-xbox-one-proves-microsoft-needs-to-reign-in-metro/ The Xbox One Proves Microsoft Needs to Reign In Metro]</ref> By default, the dashboard is divided into "Home", "Community", "[[Mixer (service)|Mixer]]", "[[Xbox Game Pass|Game Pass]]" and "Store" sections;<ref name=gamesradar-nxe>{{cite web|title=Everything that's changed in the new Xbox One user interface|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/new-xbox-one-dashboard-update/|website=GamesRadar|publisher=Future|accessdate=November 11, 2015}}</ref> the "Home" section contains a recent apps and games list. The "Community" section allows users to view their friends' in-game activities and captures, post status updates,<ref name=ndtv-sep14update>{{cite web|title=Xbox One 'August' Update Roll-Out Begins; Brings New Activity Feed and More|url=http://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/xbox-one-august-update-roll-out-begins-brings-new-activity-feed-and-more-577721|website=NDTV|accessdate=January 8, 2015}}</ref> as well as view trending content.<ref name="verge-newui"/><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2015-06-16-new-xbox-one-experience-this-autumn|title=New Xbox One Experience This Autumn|author=Robert Purchese|work=[[Eurogamer]]|date=June 16, 2015|accessdate=June 23, 2015}}</ref> The "Mixer" section shows an overview on streams on Microsoft's own Mixer service, while the "Store" section serves as a portal to the games, video, music, and app marketplaces.<ref name=gamesradar-nxe /> In general, the top level menu of the Xbox One feels a lot less cluttered than the Xbox 360's dashboard. For example, the friends tab has been removed and replaced with a dedicated app that users can load up to see what their connections are doing. There are a couple of columns for settings options and an area for "pinned" favorites, a "main" screen showing current and recent apps and games that the user played or used, and a small "What's New" section highlighting some recently added content. In total, the interface is very clean and sparse.<ref>[https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2013/09/xbox-one-interface-a-clean-slate-inspired-by-windows-8/ Xbox One interface a clean slate inspired by Windows 8]</ref> Microsoft also introduced a new way to [[Computer multitasking|multitask]] called Snap, which allows Xbox One users to open multiple panes in a single window. When Microsoft upgraded the Windows 8-based Core to a Windows 10-based one, they made a tour of the new user interface up on Xbox Wire, promising faster, easier navigation, improved community features and, the return of Xbox Avatars. The main feature on the home screen is a list of the most recently played games. Selecting any given title will give users more information about announcements, achievements, social activity and so forth. It is also more focused on the actual games they are playing, which is part and parcel of the company's new direction under [[Phil Spencer (business executive)|Phil Spencer]], the current head of Microsoft's [[Xbox]] division.<ref>[https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidthier/2015/06/16/microsoft-is-overhauling-the-xbox-one-user-interface/ Microsoft Is Totally Redesigning The Xbox One User Interface]</ref> ===Multimedia features=== While like other [[video game console]]s the Xbox One is primarily designed for playing games, it is more than a game console. It is an entertainment hub for games, television, music, and videos. Mainly the console focuses on functionality and entertainment as a whole. At [[Gamescom 2014]] Microsoft unveiled a new plan to remedy this and make earnest on the Xbox One's label as the "all-in-one entertainment" solution by way of expanding its media support. The Xbox One's media player is quite similar to the [[Xbox 360]]'s playback suite in terms of form and function, however the newer console now supports more than 30 formats including the [[Matroska|MKV]] container and [[GIF]] files. The Xbox One console also does some unique things. For example, its owners can control their television broadcasts using the device, as well as use it as a functioning [[Digital video recorder|DVR]].<ref>[http://www.vrworld.com/2014/10/03/playstation-4-vs-xbox-one-gaming-multimedia/ PLAYSTATION 4 VS XBOX ONE: GAMING OR MULTIMEDIA?]</ref> Apart from streaming music and videos via Play (Charms > Devices > Play), there is also a networked approach. There are two primary ways to do this. The first is to stream media from a computer or tablet, and the second is to play it directly off of a [[USB flash drive]]. The advantage of this method over the Play system is that users can do it all from wherever they sit via the Xbox One, instead of sending the video from a PC to their console.<ref>[http://www.windowscentral.com/how-to-stream-video-collection-xbox-one How to stream your video collection from a PC to the Xbox One]</ref> Aside from multimedia files, Xbox One plays [[CD]]s, [[DVD]]s and [[Blu-ray]] Discs, and it also comes with [[DLNA]] and [[Matroska|MKV]] support, which means that downloaded video files can be streamed via the PC or transported via external [[hard drive]] and USBs. Meanwhile, the interactive TV Guide allows users to turn on and control a television with their voice. Furthermore, the system comes with a comprehensive range of applications related to multimedia features. In the [[United States]], video channels include for example the [[Amazon Instant Video]], [[Crackle (company)|Crackle]], [[Hulu Plus]] and [[Netflix]]. Microsoft had announced that the Xbox One was awarded for its multimedia capabilities at the 66th Annual Technology & Engineering Emmy Awards in early 2015, and the prize was given for the Xbox One's television-on-demand functions.<ref>[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-one-wins-emmy-for-media-capabilities/1100-6424624/ Xbox One Wins Emmy For Media Capabilities]</ref> ===Backward compatibility=== {{See also|List of Xbox games compatible with Xbox One|List of Xbox 360 games compatible with Xbox One}} The Xbox One was not [[backward compatible]] with either the original [[Xbox (console)|Xbox]] or the [[Xbox 360]] console at launch,<ref>{{cite web | url = http://uk.ign.com/articles/2013/05/21/xbox-one-not-backwards-compatible | title = Xbox One not backwards compatible | publisher = IGN | date = May 21, 2013 | accessdate = June 5, 2013 | first = Drake | last = Audrey }}</ref> and Microsoft had admitted that attempts to use [[Cloud gaming|cloud streaming]] to allow Xbox 360 games to be played on Xbox One proved to be "problematic".<ref>{{cite web|last=Karmali|first=Luke|title=Xbox One Backwards Compatibility Through Cloud 'Problematic'|url=http://uk.ign.com/articles/2013/11/08/xbox-one-backwards-compatibility-through-cloud-problematic|work=IGN|date=November 8, 2013|publisher=IGN Entertainment}}</ref> However, during its [[E3 press conference]] on June 15, 2015, Microsoft announced plans to introduce Xbox 360 backward compatibility using the software method on the Xbox One.<ref name="ars-xb1xb360" /> Supported Xbox 360 games are supposed to run within a software [[Video game console emulator|emulator]] provided by the updated system software, implementing both the hardware and software of the Xbox 360. Xbox One recording and broadcasting features are supported along with Xbox 360 multiplayer, achievements and cloud save access.<ref name=eurogamer-360dlc>{{cite web|title=Xbox One back compatibility supports Xbox 360 DLC|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2015-06-23-xbox-one-back-compatibility-supports-xbox-360-dlc|website=Eurogamer|accessdate=June 23, 2015}}</ref> Unlike Xbox 360's emulation of the original Xbox, games do not have to be specifically patched but need to be repackaged in the Xbox One format.<ref name=verge-bwcompatibility>{{cite web|title=Microsoft built an Xbox 360 emulator to make games run on the Xbox One|url=https://www.theverge.com/2015/6/15/8785955/microsoft-xbox-one-xbox-360-emulator-software|website=The Verge|publisher=Vox Media|accessdate=June 15, 2015|date=June 15, 2015}}</ref><ref name="GamesRadar-xb1xb360">{{cite web|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/xbox-ones-backwards-compatibility-works-because-its-tricking-your-360-games/|title=Xbox One's backwards compatibility works because it's tricking your 360 games|last=Skrebels|first=Joe|date=June 17, 2015|work=GamesRadar|accessdate=June 20, 2015}}</ref><ref name="gamingbolt-xb1xb360">{{cite web|url=http://gamingbolt.com/microsoft-compares-sonys-exclusive-line-up-with-theirs-comments-on-backwards-compatability-more|title=Microsoft Compares Sony's Exclusive Line-up With Theirs, Comments On Backwards Compatability &#91;sic&#93; & More|last=Sayed|first=Rashid|date=June 17, 2015|publisher=GamingBolt|accessdate=June 20, 2015}}</ref> Users' digitally-purchased games will automatically appear in their library for download once available.<ref name="ars-xb1xb360" /> Games on physical media are not executed directly from disc; inserting the disc initiates a download of a repackaged version. As with Xbox One titles,<ref name="newpolicy">{{cite web | url = http://www.polygon.com/2013/6/19/4446308/xbox-one-family-sharing-plan-cloud-library-price-cut-plans | title = Xbox One loses some disc-free play, family game-sharing with revised policies | first = Brian | last = Crecente | publisher = Polygon | date = June 19, 2013 | accessdate = June 19, 2013}}</ref> the disc must be inserted during play for validation purposes.<ref name=ars-xb1xb360>{{cite web|title=Xbox 360 backward compatibility coming to Xbox One|url=https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2015/06/xbox-360-backwards-compatibility-coming-to-xbox-one/|website=Ars Technica|publisher=Conde Nast Digital|accessdate=June 15, 2015|date=June 15, 2015|quote=If users already purchased the games digitally through Xbox Live, they can simply log in and re-download the game on Xbox One without paying any additional cost. If they own the game as a disc, they'll have to download the game to their Xbox One hard drive, and the system will then check for the disc before launching the game}}</ref><ref name=verge-bwcompatibility /> At least 100 Xbox 360 games are officially supported and available for the feature's public launch alongside the November 2015 "New Xbox One Experience" system update,<ref name=verge-newui>{{cite web|title=New Xbox One dashboard includes a huge new design and Cortana|url=https://www.theverge.com/2015/6/15/8786501/microsoft-xbox-one-dashboard-update-features|website=The Verge|accessdate=June 16, 2015}}</ref> and Xbox One preview program members received early access with a limited number of titles upon the announcement.<ref name=engadget-xb1backwards>{{cite web|title=Xbox One will play Xbox 360 games, preview members can try it today|url=https://www.engadget.com/2015/06/15/xbox-one-backwards-compatibility/|website=Engadget|publisher=AOL Inc.|accessdate=June 15, 2015|date=June 15, 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Available games|url=http://www.xbox.com/xbox-one/backward-compatibility/available-games|publisher=Microsoft|accessdate=June 15, 2015}}</ref> Microsoft expected the number of supported games to increase significantly over time, but not all Xbox 360 games will be supported—this explicitly includes any games that require [[Kinect]] or access to [[USB]] peripherals.<ref name=pcw-xbox360nokinect>{{cite web|title=Microsoft kills Kinect support in Xbox One's backward-compatibility push|url=http://www.pcworld.com/article/2936263/microsoft-kills-kinect-support-in-xbox-ones-backward-compatibility-push.html|website=PC World|accessdate=June 23, 2015}}</ref> Xbox division head [[Phil Spencer (business executive)|Phil Spencer]] has stated that the idea of possibly adding support for games from the original Xbox was not "silly", but that the Xbox division is focusing on Xbox 360 compatibility first.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Eddie|first1=Makuch|title=Xbox One Backwards Compatibility Could One Day Work With Original Xbox Games|url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-one-backwards-compatibility-could-one-day-wor/1100-6429894/|website=[[GameSpot]]|publisher=[[CBS Interactive]]|date=August 19, 2015}}</ref> On June 11, 2017, Microsoft announced that there would be backwards compatibility for the original Xbox.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://kotaku.com/xbox-one-will-get-compatibility-with-original-xbox-game-1796002721 |title=Xbox One Will Get Compatibility With Original Xbox Games |last=Kohler |first=Chris |date=June 11, 2017 |website=[[Kotaku]] |access-date=June 11, 2017}}</ref> On June 10, 2019, Microsoft announced that it had wound down the addition of new titles to the program, in order to focus on backward compatibility efforts for the [[Xbox Series X]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2019/6/10/18660423/microsoft-xbox-backward-compatibility|title=Microsoft ends Xbox backward compatibility, but Project Scarlett will run Xbox One games|last=Warren|first=Tom|date=2019-06-10|website=The Verge|access-date=2019-06-10}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.ign.com/articles/2019/06/10/xbox-project-scarlett-to-support-4-generations-of-games-e3-2019 | title = Xbox Project Scarlett to Support 4 Generations of Games - E3 2019 | first = Adam | last = Bankhurst | date = June 10, 2019 | accessdate = June 10, 2019 | work = [[IGN]] }}</ref> ===Development=== At the 2016 [[Build (developer conference)|Build]] conference, it was announced that all Xbox One consoles could be updated to include a development kit for [[Universal Windows Platform|universal Windows applications]] on Xbox One,<ref>{{cite web|author=[%= data.comment.created_on %] |url=http://www.polygon.com/2016/3/30/11318568/xbox-one-dev-kit |title=Starting today, anyone can turn their Xbox One into a dev kit for free |publisher=Polygon |date= |accessdate=April 8, 2016}}</ref> with official support for the platform and Cortana coming in summer 2016.<ref>{{cite web|author=Rexly Peñaflorida |url=http://www.tomshardware.com/news/microsoft-build-xbox-windows-gaming,31509.html |title=Microsoft Transforms Retail Xbox One Into A Dev Kit, Adding Mods And Overlay To Windows 10 Gaming |publisher=Tomshardware.com |date= |accessdate=April 8, 2016}}</ref> ==History of updates== Along with introducing improvements and fixes for native console apps and software, the monthly updates to the Xbox One system software introduce major features that are voted on or requested by the community,<ref name=XOFeedback>{{cite web|date=October 6, 2014|last1=Phillips|first1=Tom|title=Microsoft launches Xbox Feedback website, asks for your ideas|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-06-10-microsoft-launches-xbox-feedback-website-asks-for-your-ideas|website=Eurogamer|publisher=Gamer Network|accessdate=September 5, 2015}}</ref> though some months have included more than one update. Starting in February 2014, beta releases of updates are tested<ref name="xboxpreview">{{cite web|website=Xbox Official Site|url=http://support.xbox.com/xbox-one/console/xbox-update-preview-faq|title=Xbox One Preview program FAQ|publisher=Microsoft|accessdate=October 6, 2015}}</ref> before going live to check for unwanted bugs and stability.<ref name=XOBetaProgram>{{cite web|last1=McWhertor|first1=Michael|title=Xbox One beta program lets console owners preview future system updates|url=http://www.polygon.com/2014/2/20/5430230/xbox-one-beta-program-lets-console-owners-test-future-system-updates|website=Polygon|publisher=Vox Media|date=February 20, 2014|accessdate=September 5, 2015}}</ref> On the day of the console's launch in 2013, a system update was released to remove the controversial always-online DRM announced at [[Electronic Entertainment Expo 2013]]. This DRM would have required the Xbox One to connect to the Internet at least once every twenty-four hours, or else games would cease to function. After a wave of backlash from gamers and the press alike, Microsoft was forced to reverse its policies regarding this, but early users had to go online at least once to receive this patch.<ref>{{cite web|date=June 19, 2013|title = Microsoft Is Removing Xbox One DRM|url = http://kotaku.com/microsoft-is-removing-xbox-one-drm-514390310|accessdate = September 5, 2015|first = Jason|last = Schreier|website=Kotaku}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title = Your new Xbox One won't do much without the day one patch|date=November 8, 2013|first=Ben|last=Gilbert|publisher=AOL|url = https://www.engadget.com/2013/11/08/xbox-one-day-one-update-details/|website = Engadget|accessdate = September 5, 2015}}</ref> The February 2014 update introduced the ability to see how much hard disk space is available. It also introduced support for USB keyboards, enabling users to plug a keyboard into their console, thus eliminating the need to use the on-screen keyboard.<ref>{{Cite news|title = Microsoft's Xbox One Update to Bring Common Sense Back to the Console|url = http://time.com/5992/microsofts-xbox-one-update-to-bring-common-sense-back-to-the-console/|website = Time|accessdate = September 5, 2015|first = Matt|last = Peckham|date=February 5, 2014}}</ref> Over a year later, in July 2015, Phil Spencer, head of the Xbox team, vowed that mouse support would be added sometime in the future as part of cross-platform gameplay between [[Windows 10]] devices and the Xbox One console.<ref>{{cite web|first=Gareth|last=Halfacres|date=July 22, 2015|website=Bit-tech|title = Xbox One to get keyboard, mouse support|url = http://www.bit-tech.net/news/gaming/2015/07/22/xbox-one-keyboard-mouse-support/1|accessdate = September 5, 2015}}</ref> The March 2014 update added support for video output at 50 frames per second rather than 60, allowing smoother video on 50&nbsp;Hz displays common in Europe. In the United States, refresh rates on screens are higher (60&nbsp;Hz) than in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|title = Xbox One 50hz option & controller patch shown in photos as March update previews begin|url = http://www.vg247.com/2014/02/28/xbox-one-50hz-option-conroller-patch-shown-in-photos-as-march-update-previews-begin/|website = VG247|date=February 28, 2014|first=Dave|last=Cook|via=OXM|accessdate = September 5, 2015}}</ref> In June 2014, support was added for external hard drives of 256 [[gigabyte]]s or more, allowing two to be connected to the console at a time via [[USB 3.0]].<ref>{{cite web|date=June 4, 2014|first=Luke|last=Westaway|title = Xbox One update brings external storage support, real names in Xbox Live|url = http://www.cnet.com/news/xbox-one-update-brings-external-storage-support-real-names-in-xbox-live/|website = CNET|accessdate = September 5, 2015|publisher=CBS Interactive}}</ref> As part of the July 2014 update, consoles could better understand voice commands spoken in different accents and dialects of English and German.<ref>{{cite web|date=July 8, 2014|first=Lance|last=Whitney|publisher=CBS Interactive|title = Xbox One update will better understand certain accents|url = http://www.cnet.com/news/xbox-one-july-update-lets-you-choose-different-voice-accents/|website = CNET|accessdate = September 5, 2015}}</ref> A month later, purchases from the official Xbox website and the [[SmartGlass]] app were enabled, allowing for easier content purchasing.<ref>{{cite web|first=Billy|last=Steele|date=August 18, 2014|publisher=AOL|title = Latest Xbox One update adds remote game buying, 3D Blu-ray|url = https://www.engadget.com/2014/08/18/xbox-one-august-update/|website = Engadget|accessdate = September 5, 2015}}</ref> In the October 2014 update, a media player app was added with support for many formats and [[codec]]s, including the [[Matroska]] [[Digital container format|container]], as well as [[DLNA]] streaming from other networked devices.<ref>{{cite web|title = Latest Xbox One update adds MKV support, quicker voiceless commands|first=Sam|last=Machkovach|date=October 16, 2014|website=Ars Technica|publisher=Condé Nast|url = https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2014/10/latest-xbox-one-update-adds-mkv-support-quicker-voiceless-commands/|accessdate = September 5, 2015}}</ref> <!-- trivial: In the November 2014 update, customisable backgrounds and tile colours were added to enable greater customisation of the consoles. This would later be extended to the Xbox app in Windows 10 to allow a user to customise their console on the move.<ref>{{Cite web|website=IGN|date=November 9, 2014|first=Jenna|last=Pitcher|publisher=Ziff Davis|title = Xbox One November Update Adds Custom Backgrounds|url = http://uk.ign.com/articles/2014/11/10/xbox-one-november-update-adds-custom-backgrounds|accessdate = August 12, 2015}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|website=IGN|publisher=Ziff Davis|title = The Xbox App for Windows 10 Will Make Gaming More Social and Interactive|url = http://uk.ign.com/articles/2015/01/21/the-xbox-app-for-windows-10-will-make-gaming-more-social-and-interactive|first=Vikki|last=Blake|date=January 21, 2015|accessdate = August 12, 2015}}</ref> --> In March 2015, a new screenshot feature was added to the console along with tile transparency, allowing owners to share game screenshots online or use one as a menu background.<ref>{{cite web|first=Michael|last=McWhertor|date=March 10, 2015|title = Xbox One March update rolling out, includes screenshots, friend suggestions and more|publisher=Vox Media|url = http://www.polygon.com/2015/3/10/8181079/xbox-one-march-update-out-now|website = Polygon|accessdate = September 5, 2015}}</ref> In April 2015, due to criticisms of the power consumption needed for the Instant-On feature, a system update prompted users to select between Instant-On and an energy saving mode. Instant-On had been enabled by default in the U.S., drawing criticism from the [[Natural Resources Defense Council]].<ref>{{cite web|publisher=Vox Media|first=Owen S.|last=Good|date=April 12, 2015|title = Xbox One, responding to criticism, to offer energy-saving options at initial setup|url = http://www.polygon.com/2015/4/12/8392747/xbox-one-power-usage-consumption-energy-saving-mode|website = Polygon|accessdate = September 5, 2015}}</ref> During the [[Electronic Entertainment Expo 2015]] in June, Microsoft discussed three major features that later came to Xbox One consoles in November 2015: Windows 10 streaming, [[Xbox 360]] backward compatibility, and an interface redesign known as the New Xbox One Experience.<ref name=XOE32015>{{cite web|date=July 8, 2015|publisher=Vox Media|last1=Tach|first1=Dave|title=Xbox One's latest update prepares for Windows 10 streaming and 360 compatibility|url=http://www.polygon.com/2015/7/8/8911239/xbox-one-update-windows-streaming-360-compatibility|website=Polygon|accessdate=August 13, 2015}}</ref> In advance of the public release of Windows 10, a July 2015 update let users stream games from their Xbox One to any device running Windows 10, a feature announced in January 2015.<ref>{{cite web|first=Owen S.|last=Good|date=July 19, 2015|publisher=Vox Media|title = Xbox One streaming to Windows 10 is available now|url = http://www.polygon.com/2015/7/19/9000459/xbox-one-streaming-to-windows-10-is-available-now|website = Polygon|accessdate = August 13, 2015}}</ref> <!-- OneCore speculation, questionable relevance: As Microsoft is developing a unified code base known as Windows OneCore,<ref>{{Cite web|title = What is Windows OneCore and what does it mean for the future of Microsoft?|url = http://www.windowscentral.com/windows-onecore-shows-some-microsoft-linkedin-pages|first=John|last=Callaham|website=Windows Central|date=July 21, 2014|publisher=Mobile Nations|accessdate = August 13, 2015}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|publisher=CBS Interactive|title = First Windows 10 mobile preview, due in February, key to Microsoft's OneCore vision|url = http://www.zdnet.com/article/first-windows-10-mobile-preview-due-in-february-key-to-microsofts-onecore-vision/|first=Mary Jo|last=Foley|date=January 20, 2015|website = ZDNet|accessdate = August 13, 2015}}</ref> it means that users can access either individual games or the Xbox One dashboard through Windows' Xbox Live app. With this unified code base, it means that starting with the November 2015 update, developers can target the whole ecosystem with little effort, thus making it easier for console owners to play games with their PC counterparts. --> The service streams only to one device at a time.<ref>{{cite web|first=Colin|last=Campbell|publisher=Vox Media|date=March 5, 2015|title = Here's what you need to know about streaming Xbox One games to PC and tablet|url = http://www.polygon.com/2015/3/5/8152065/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-streaming-xbox-one-games-to-pc-and|website = Polygon|accessdate = August 13, 2015}}</ref> In the February 2016 update, a slew of new features became available. For example, global leaderboards for each game and the ability to hide unused or expired beta games, and demos from a user's game collection. The February 2016 update allowed users to rearrange their customized 'pins' via the controller, whereas previously users had to use the [[Xbox SmartGlass|Xbox One SmartGlass]] application to use this feature.<ref>{{cite web|title = Xbox February update hits Xbox One tomorrow, Windows 10 today|url = https://www.vg247.com/2016/02/18/xbox-february-update-hits-xbox-one-tomorrow-windows-10-today/|website = VG247.com|access-date = February 20, 2016}}</ref> The March 2016 update builds on the features that were introduced in the February 2016 update. New features that were included in the March 2016 update were the ability to purchase [[Xbox 360]] compatible games on the [[Xbox One]], party chat while broadcasting [[Twitch (service)|Twitch]] streams, and customizable DVR recording lengths, which means that owners can now record a clip that is up to 5 minutes long. Other improvements included the ability to track achievement progress from the [[Xbox One]] guide, video playback from the [[Xbox One]] activity feed, the ability to have 16 people in a party chat, and the ability to track [[Xbox 360]] achievements on the [[Xbox One]] activity feed. Further improvements in the March 2016 update include the ability to launch web links and [[YouTube]] videos directly from the Game Hubs and the ability for a user to compare their avatars to their friends.<ref name="XOMarch2016Update">{{cite web|last1=Hryb|first1=Larry|title=Coming To Preview: Buy Xbox 360 Games On Xbox One, 16-Person Party Chat And More|url=http://majornelson.com/2016/03/01/coming-to-preview-buy-xbox-360-games-on-xbox-one-16-person-party-chat-and-more/|website=Major Nelson|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref> Additionally, the update also introduces the ability to factory reset the console without deleting installed games and applications.<ref>{{cite web|last=Morris |first=Tatiana |url=http://www.gamezone.com/news/xbox-one-update-brings-new-features-to-preview-members-3434624 |title=Xbox One update brings new features to preview members |publisher=Gamezone.com |date=March 10, 2016 |accessdate=April 8, 2016}}</ref> On June 6, 2016, the first preview update of the Windows 10 Anniversary update was made available to participants of the preview program. This included many new features and enhancements to the software. Build 14352 was one of the first builds to introduce Cortana. The main aim of this was to help users undertake certain tasks, such as setting up a party using voice commands. Unlike the older [[Kinect]] voice commands, Cortana gives users audio feedback to the commands, similar to the PC and Windows Mobile versions. The update also included a refreshed design of the Xbox store, further cementing the relationship between Xbox One and [[Windows 10]] PCs, as well as a redesigned 'My Games & Apps' interface, which includes a vertical design rather than the older horizontal design. The 'My Games & Apps' interface in build 14352 also gives the user more information when downloading games and apps such as the percentage completed, the current download size, total download size and the current download speed. The June 2016 update also includes a new 'Facebook Friend Finder', which allows users to find and add friends on [[Facebook]] on Xbox Live.<ref name="Xbox One Summer 2016 Update">{{cite web|last1=Ybarra|first1=Mike|title=More Social, More Games, More Devices{{Snd}} What's in the Xbox Update Coming this Summer|url=http://news.xbox.com/2016/06/06/xbox-one-summer-update-preview/|website=Xbox Wire|accessdate=June 7, 2016}}</ref> The final release to the public was published on July 30, 2016 to coincide with the release of the [[Windows 10]] Anniversary Update, which was released a few days later on August 2, 2016. The final release introduced the newly redesigned universal store, as well as further integration of the Universal Windows Platform. On March 29, 2017, an update was released to the public. Known as the Creators Update to coincide with the PC version, released a few weeks later on April 6, 2017. It was released to Xbox Insiders in late February 2017 for testing and evaluation. The Creators Update featured a number of updates, including a refreshed homepage design, a new guide design, new video and screenshot capture controls as well as a new game streaming service called [[Beam (website)|Beam]]. Accessibility was also improved by a new feature called Microsoft Co-Pilot that allows users with physical impairments to 'hook' up a second controller to allow a friend to assist them with controls.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Frederiksen|first1=Eric|title=Xbox One's March update gives the console a makeover|url=https://www.technobuffalo.com/2017/03/29/xbox-ones-march-update-screenshots/|website=Technobuffalo|accessdate=April 1, 2017}}</ref> Tapping the Xbox Guide button no longer takes the user back to their home screen, but instead opens the guide. This represents a significant design paradigm shift compared to older releases. On October 16, 2017, the Fall Update was released. Major changes include a UI overhaul using Microsoft's [[Fluent Design System]], a modular Home menu, a faster dashboard, a content transfer feature, support for USB webcams, a new Guide menu, improvements to the game DVR, and several other miscellaneous functionality and interface tweaks.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.windowscentral.com/xbox-one-fall-update|title=Xbox One fall update (1710) complete changelog|last=Matt|first=Brown}}</ref> On April 24, 2018, the April Xbox Update was released. Changes include new video features Auto Low-Latency Mode, support for a variable refresh rate output to AMD Radeon FreeSync and FreeSync 2 compatible displays. In addition, Xbox One X and Xbox One S now support output at 2560 x 1440 (1440p) resolution for games and media, improvements to Mixer with Share Controller and the option to start Mixer broadcasts from anywhere on Xbox One, share captured screenshots and clips directly to Twitter, several audio improvements, Community tournaments are now available directly in Game Hubs for supported games and Club feeds have also gained new filters.<ref>https://majornelson.com/2018/04/24/the-april-xbox-update-begins-rolling-out-today/</ref> On May 18, 2018, the May Xbox Update was released. Changes include support for a 120&nbsp;Hz refresh rate, a powerful new enhancement to Pins called "Groups", with which users can create multiple collections of content made up of anything from within My games & apps, trim their recent game captures directly from the Guide, improved Family Settings, improvements to the Xbox Accessories app and several other changes to some of the button commands throughout the dashboard.<ref>https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2018/04/20/may-xbox-update/</ref> Additionally, an update added [[captive portal]] support to the console, allowing users to connect to wireless networks requiring authentication, commonly used in [[college]]s, [[hotel]]s as well as wireless hotspots provided by [[internet service provider]]s.<ref>https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/xbox-one-insider-build-party-overlay/</ref> [[Microsoft]] aims to release frequent updates to the Xbox One console, mainly containing new or improved features and faster installation and loading times for games and apps.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-xbox-one-monthly-updates-will-keep-on-coming|title=Microsoft: Xbox One monthly updates will keep on coming.|work=Neowin|date=July 24, 2014|first=Andy|last=Weir}}</ref> The largest of which was in November 2015, named the ''New Xbox Experience'' update.<ref name="createdNXOE">{{cite news|last1=Ohannessian|first1=Kevin|title=How Microsoft Created A New Xbox Experience|url=http://www.fastcodesign.com/3053500/how-microsoft-created-a-new-xbox-experience|accessdate=March 29, 2016|agency=Fast Company & Inc. Mansueto Ventures, LLC|publisher=Co.Design|date=November 12, 2015}}</ref><ref name="Xbox2016">{{cite news|last1=Kamen|first1=Matt|title=Xbox One gets biggest software update in months|url=https://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2016-02/18/xbox-one-system-update|accessdate=April 8, 2016|agency=Condé Nast Publications|publisher=Wired UK|date=February 18, 2016}}</ref> On June 13, 2020, a Tweet was published by Tom Warren from the Verge stating that [[Microsoft]] will use the same operating system on the Xbox Series X with a "few additional changes".<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thesixthaxis.com/2020/06/15/xbox-series-x-dashboard-same-as-xbox-one-overhaul/|title=Xbox Series X will reportedly have the same system UI as Xbox One|work=The Sixth Axis|date=June 16, 2020|first=Stefan|last=L.}}</ref> These changes included a 40% reduction of memory in various features that help to speed up the UI. Additional changes will include rounded UI interface elements, a more-readable font, and improved sharing interactions. These improvements will be added not only for the Xbox Series X system software but will also be incorporated into the Xbox One software and into the Xbox Game Bar for Windows and the Xbox mobile app.<ref>{{cite web | url= https://twitter.com/tomwarren/status/1271722167680610304| title=Microsoft’s Xbox Series X dashboard has a new rounded design and speed improvements |first= Tom |last= Warren |date= August 19, 2020 |accessdate= August 19, 2020 |work= [[The Verge]] }}</ref> On 19 August 2020, Microsoft provided a glimpse into what Microsoft dubs the "New Xbox Experience," further refining its console dashboard, new rebuilt Store and it's much-welcomed visual refinements employing Microsoft's Fluent Design System. <ref>{{cite web | url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkbflbBmhl4 | title=The New Xbox Experience: Connecting You to Fun, Wherever You Want to Play|date= August 19, 2020 |accessdate= August 29, 2020}}</ref> ==See also== * [[List of Xbox One games]] * [[List of Xbox games compatible with Xbox One]] * [[List of Xbox 360 games compatible with Xbox One]] * [[List of Xbox Live games on Windows 10]] '''Other gaming platforms from Microsoft:''' * [[Xbox 360 system software]] * [[Windows 10#Multimedia and gaming|Windows 10 Gaming]] * [[DirectX#DirectX 12|DirectX 12]] '''Other gaming platforms from [[Eighth generation of video game consoles|this generation]]:''' * [[PlayStation 4 system software]] * [[Wii U system software]] * [[Nintendo 3DS system software]] * [[PlayStation Vita system software]] * [[Nintendo Switch system software]] '''Other gaming platforms from the [[Seventh generation of video game consoles|seventh generation]]:''' * [[PlayStation 3 system software]] * [[Wii system software]] * [[Nintendo DSi system software]] * [[PlayStation Portable system software]] ==References== {{Reflist|30em}} ==External links== * [https://support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/settings-updates/whats-new-xbox-one-system-updates What’s new: Xbox One system updates] * [http://www.xbox.com/xbox-one/experience New Xbox One Experience] {{Navboxes | title = Articles related to {{PAGENAME}} | list1 = {{Microsoft video gaming}} {{Microsoft operating systems}} {{Video game console system software}} }} {{Authority Control}} [[Category:Game console operating systems]] [[Category:Software version histories]] [[Category:Xbox One|Software]] [[Category:Windows 10]] [[Category:Xbox One software]] [[Category:Proprietary operating systems]]'