The Xbox One SmartGlass Beta companion app has received an update that should prove to be some what exciting for some. It is important to note that Xbox One SmartGlass companion is a different app entirely than the beta version. The beta version requires you to be part of the Xbox One’s dashboard preview program before hand. The new additions to the second screen app will bring in some live TV streaming from your Xbox One to your mobile device. You will also be able to record game clips and be able to boot the console to television playback while it is in standby.
The full list of new additions is as follows:
Share and post activity feed items
Post status updates to your activity feed
See your activity feed on your profile
Display messages in a new conversations view
Record game clips
In-app display of release and feature notes
Expanding to new markets
TV and OneGuide available in new markets
As for the bad news, there is some, at least for most of the world. The live TV streaming feature is only available in select European markets where they are previewing its new digital TV tuner accessory.
