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We finally get to have a 4K dashboard for Xbox Series X

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The Xbox Series X is the latest in Microsoft's line of gaming consoles, and it finally has a 4K dashboard. The update is officially available to all users, so you won't need to buy an entirely new console to take advantage of this one feature. Microsoft experimented with a native 4K dashboard for the Xbox Series X several months ago. Still, it was only available to the Xbox Insiders in the Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha group.

The Xbox Series X dashboard is finally getting a 4K upgrade. The console now has a dashboard that is compatible with devices that support the new 4K format. That means you can see your video game dashboard in high resolution and play games in a more modern setting.

Xbox Series X dashboard comparison | Image Credit: XBox

The newest version of the Xbox X update is a significant improvement 

The newest version of the Xbox X update is a significant improvement from the original 360 interfaces. Microsoft has been more than ten years since it last updated the console user interface. Great things have been expected from the new update, and Microsoft is still developing it as we speak. It's been a long time coming. From what we've seen from the new dashboard, it seems that it was will be worth the wait.

The new dashboard improves usability, navigation, and access to games and apps and provides a better display viewing experience. Many people are excited about this new dashboard for Xbox Series X consoles because it makes things feel more modern and less outdated.

Xbox Series X 4K dashboard | Image Credit: XBox

Xbox Series X October 2021 Update: 4K Dashboard 

The Xbox Series X finally has a 4K dashboard. Although the dashboard will only be available in 4K resolution, owners of 1080p TVs can still enjoy a variety of other bonuses, such as an improved menu and streamlined navigation experience.

The logo indicates that the dashboard will be rendered natively in 4K for players with an Xbox Series X connected to a 4K display. You can enable it in the Home, My Games & Apps, Guide, and other apps and experiences. Game art and buttons with enhanced sharpness are among the UI components on the screen that have improved sharpness.

While you'll need a compatible TV for much of what's included in this update. There are also various benefits available to all users, regardless of whether they have a 4K TV or not: faster load times, enhanced search performance, and a new HDR and SDR video settings option for people who don't have one.

Xbox Series X night mode off | Image Credit: XBox
Xbox Series X night mode on | Image Credit: XBox

Xbox Series X October 2021 Update: Night Mode 

Xbox Night Mode makes gaming at night much more effortless. Earlier, we talked about the Xbox series X and the 4K dashboard. With this update, Xbox night mode gives you a set of preferences that modify colors and light sources to reduce eye strain while gaming in the dark. You may dim and personalize the light from your connected display, your console's power light, and your controller's power button. You may now immerse yourself in true darkness while watching your favorite movies, just like you would at the cinema.

The Xbox night mode feature dims the screen and adds a customizable blue light filter to the display. This function is limited to Xbox Series X|S systems.

This flexibility extends to the Xbox system, apps, and games, and it has no impact on performance, game clips, and screenshots. You may also make a night mode schedule that will alternate between Dark and Light themes automatically. You have the opportunity of manually turning on and off night mode. The Xbox night mode feature dims the screen and adds a customizable blue light filter to the display. This function is limited to Xbox Series X|S systems.

Xbox Series X night mode led controller brightness | Image Credit: XBox
Xbox Series X night mode led power button brightness | Image Credit: XBox

Xbox Series X October 2021 Update: Quick Settings 

The new Quick Settings menu in Xbox October update has been redesigned to make it easier to find your favorite settings and includes a few new features. Suppose you want to adjust your console or controller-related settings. It's now available at the bottom of this menu for easy access.

By adding the Quick Settings menu to the Xbox Guide, you may now even quicker access and adjust your accessibility settings. You may quickly turn on and off accessibility features while keeping your game or app open. It's also a tremendous benefit for families if you have access to another person's system because it allows you to use quicker settings to turn features on or off. Fast settings will enable you to switch features on or off depending on who is currently utilizing the system. This implies that everyone in the family may simply change their preferences with ease, regardless of who is using the console at any given time.

Xbox Series X night mode accessibility | Image Credit: XBox

There are many other updates and improvements 

This update has many other updates and improvements, including new features and streamlined menus for more straightforward navigation.

The most notable aspect of this design is how it differentiates the new system. A significant issue with the Xbox X was that the menu felt too similar to the Xbox One. This was a pleasant surprise to see, and we hope that Microsoft continues to think in this way and provide more surprises like this in the future.

This update comes too late for some gamers but was well worth the wait. This is finally a significant quality of life update for Xbox gamers, and we can't wait to see what comes in the future.

The Xbox Series X System Update is made up of many new features, which you can find on the Xbox website. You can find out more about what changes there will be by going to this website: https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2021/10/21/october-2021-xbox-update/


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