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Microsoft's latest Xbox Insider patch notes are now live — for Alpha and Alpha Skip-Ahead users — and there's an interesting note tucked in here about sales and promotions. The team is using its Insider program to bring users 'improved sales information', "making it easier to identify sales and take advantage of them".
At the minute we don't have much extra detail on how this will go down, and for now, the update is only live for "a random subset of users". Hopefully, once this expands to more Insiders and eventually the wider Xbox user base, we'll see exactly how Microsoft wants to improve this aspect of the Xbox experience.
This new Xbox Insider patch also includes controller improvements, alongside more detail on Microsoft's plan to make switching between different wireless networks a much easier task. We'll drop more information on the update's new features down below.
On this page: Xbox Insider Update - New Features And Experiences
Xbox Insider Update - New Features And Experiences
We have exciting news! Xbox Insiders can expect something new coming to their Xbox Update Preview.
Controllers
We're releasing a new version of the Xbox Wireless Controller firmware today which contains various fixes and improvements, including:
- Fixes to address the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 paddles remaining active with the default profile.
- Fixed an issue with unexpected input behavior when using a 3.5mm and USB joystick together with the Xbox Adaptive Controller.
If your controller needs an update, you will be prompted to install it once the controller is powered on and connects to your console. You can also open the Xbox Accessories App to install the update manually if you missed or dismissed the prompt.
Improved Sales Information
Finding a great deal shouldn't be difficult, so we've made it easier. With today's update, a random subset of users will notice an improved experience, making it easier to identify sales and take advantage of them. In addition to searching the Microsoft Store, more information regarding sales will now be visible when selecting a game on Home and when searching from Home or the guide.
Manage Wireless Networks
If you ever connect your Xbox console to more than one wireless network, we have good news! The network settings will now allow users to remember up to 10 password-protected wireless networks. To get started, head to Settings > General > Network settings > Manage wireless networks. To remember your current wireless network, disconnect first or just set up a wireless network then choose your network from the list again. You will see a new option to remember the network when entering your password. Once you have some wireless networks remembered, you can navigate back to Manage wireless networks and select Manage remembered wireless networks to Activate or Forget them.
Note Only one remembered wireless network can be active at a time. If you're trying to switch between remembered wireless networks, just head back to Manage remembered networks and select Activate to get connected.
Search - People
Today, a random subset of users will be able to search for People directly from the search experience in Home or the guide. To check it out, start by searching for a Gamertag, then navigate to the new People tab.
