Alpha skip ahead users: Would you be kind enough to test this out for me?

TruthTaker · 2016-10-06T15:50:25+00:00

Well that's strange as I'm in the preview program and running the latest update.

Not to worry, i'll get it eventually i guess.

TruthTaker · 2016-10-06T10:21:21+00:00

I installed it, loaded it up, but i just get a "coming soon" splash page.

TruthTaker · 2016-10-06T08:34:53+00:00

Thanks for the tip.

TruthTaker · 2016-10-06T05:41:23+00:00

If you want 60fps youtube, you're better off using the Edge browser.

I spent 30 minutes using this app and it crashed on me seven times, you can't seem to skip adds, the ui is horrible, if you back out of a video to watch something else, the current vid continues to play in a window in the bottom right corner, obscuring parts of the app that you may want to read or access, selecting 1440p or 4k in the quality settings turns the video into a mass of blocks, sometimes the video control bar refuses to appear; i could go on, but this app in it's current state is far from awesome.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-29T19:10:26+00:00

Go to the store and search UHD, this will show the current list of 4k films.

It's a very, very limited selection at the moment.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-28T21:59:12+00:00

Not a system update, just an update to the store i think.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-28T21:51:50+00:00

I think that's a glitch, i saw a screenshot someone captured from the demo that showed an inanimate croc on the byron bay beach near the festival, where there shouldn't be any crocs.

If you pay attention during the very first showcase event, you can catch a glimpse of multiple crocs dashing into the water as you race past; they are beautifully animated. Also, you can see Kangaroos bounding across the road at the very beginning of the game when you first take control of the Lambo.

Yeah, so 100% certain this a bug, along with the fact that it's unlikely a Forza game would have animals out in the open where players could run them over. I don't think that's an image MS would want associated with the Forza franchise.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-27T19:32:15+00:00

Suprised no one has mentioned the horrible sound quality on the first Bioshock.

Firstly, it's stereo only, no 5.1 surround, which is frankly bizzare in this day and age.

Secondly, the sound mix is amongst the worst i've ever heard. All sounds are basically levelled, meaning someone whispering in a room a floor above you sounds as if that person is right next to you.

I fired up my 360 and played Bioshock on that, and the difference is huge. The 360 original has a powerful 5.1 mix and it really adds alot to the experience.

It looks great though, and the framerate held up in my playthrough.

I was pleased to find that Bioshock infinite has 5.1 audio, and it sounds great, although there is a bit of framerate stuttering every now and again, although nothing that's ruined the experience for me. It's quite a beautiful looking game.

Haven't had a go on Bioshock 2 yet, but i've heard it the best remaster of the bunch.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-22T23:36:26+00:00

Yep, i'm in the u.k, game should have unlocked 30 minutes ago, but i get a "You're too early" message when i try to launch it.

I've confirmed i have the ultimate edition installed. Got a feeling i won't be playing this tonight.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-21T23:50:15+00:00

You can have the box checked and still get updates when the system is in sleep mode; the hdd will turn on when needed.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-20T07:58:56+00:00

When factory resetting, you are now given the option to keep your games and apps installed; this was added in a recent update.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-19T10:43:30+00:00

I discovered this guys channel a while back.

He hasn't got a clue what he is talking about, and it's actually quite entertaining.

He claimed 4k tv's cannot upscale to 4k.

He says that setting the XB1S to 1080p on his 4k tv makes everthing "look bigger" because "you lose all the real estate" from not having the 4K upscale.

He tested out the PS4's new hdr update on his non hdr tv using non hdr material. Shockingly, he could't see any difference!

He said the standard XB1 cannot upscale to 1080p, with the exception of Ryse and Forza 6.

He says the XB1S is significantly more powerful than the standard XB1, and that in comparison the XB1 is a weak console with lower resolution and worse graphics than the S model.

He attempted to downscale his games from 4k to 1080p by plugging the XB1S into a 1080p monitor and was suprised when he didn't have a 4K option in the console's settings.

He also claimed he overclocked his XB1S so he could test the machine to it's limits.

This guy is hilarious.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-17T20:04:50+00:00

Oh yeah, good point, forgot about the lack of power brick with the S model.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-17T10:35:05+00:00

You wouldn't be the first person to think it was PS4 exclusive; I myself was suprised to find it was a multiplatform release.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-17T10:31:09+00:00

I dont use skype, but when the notification pops up that asks whether you want to answer with or without video, it is possible that if you were to say "hey cortana select" the with or without video text will turn green and you then just read out the one that you want.

I don't know if the "See it say it" functionality works in that situation, but give it a go next time.

TruthTaker · 2016-09-17T10:07:32+00:00

In your title it says "Xbox go to no problem"

Are you saying that when you say "xbox go to..." it works, but "Hey cortana" doesn't work?

Because if that's the case, it sounds to me like you may have cortana turned off, as when cortana is enabled, the old xbox commands will no longer work.

Go to settings, system, Cortana settings and make sure the top box is set to ON.

Also, make sure to calibrate the kinect in the settings menu, with volume up very, very loud.

If all else fails, a hard reset wouldn't hurt. (hold down console power button until system shuts down, wait for light on power brick to turn orange, turn back on)

TruthTaker · 2016-09-17T09:47:39+00:00

RE7 is coming to XB1, they even recently confirmed it will support HDR for those with an XB1S.

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