Xbox Insider Release Notes

Xbox Insider Release Notes – Alpha Skip-Ahead (2308.221107-1900)

Hey Xbox Insiders! We have a new Xbox Update Preview coming to the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring. It’s important we note that some updates made in these preview OS builds include background improvements that ensure a quality and stable build for Xbox consoles.

We continue to post these release notes, even when the noticeable changes to the UI are minimal, so you’re aware when updates are coming to your device. Details can be found below!

Xbox Insider Release Notes

System Update Details:

  • OS version released: RS_XBOX_DEV_FLIGHT\25241.1001.221107-1900
  • Available: 2 p.m. PT – November 9, 2022
  • Mandatory: 3 a.m. PT – November 10, 2022

Fixes Implemented

Thanks to the hard work of Xbox engineers, we are happy to announce the following fixes have been implemented for this build:

Apps

  • Fixes to address an issue where users would experience stuttering during playback in streaming apps.

Capture & Share

  • Fixes to address the option to copy captures to an external storage device missing in some context menus.
  • Fixed an issue where re-uploading 4K/HDR captures could fail.

Games

  • Fixes to address an issue where some titles would close unexpectedly shortly after launching.

Guide

  • Fixes to address unexpected Guide behavior when a Discord call is disconnected.

Home

  • Fixed an issue where the lower sections of Home would not load.

My Games & Apps

  • Fixed an issue where adding or removing titles from Play later would not work from the Full Library.

Settings – Payment Options

  • Fixes to improve selection highlight visibility when navigating payment instruments from Settings > Payment & billing > Payment options.

Store

  • Fixed an issue where the Store would fail to launch.

System

  • Various updates to properly reflect local languages across the console.
    • Note: Users participating in Preview may see “odd” text across the console, for more information go here.

Known Issues

We understand some issues have been listed in previous Xbox Insider Release Notes. These items aren’t being ignored, but it will take Xbox engineers more time to find a solution.

Audio

  • We have received reports of users experiencing intermittent issues with audio across the dashboard, games, and apps.
    • Note: If you experience issues with audio, please submit feedback via Report a Problem immediately with the “Reproduce with advanced diagnostics” option and include the following:
      • When did the issue start? After a console update, reboot, resume, etc.
      • Did you lose audio just in the game/app or system audio as well?
      • Does changing the audio format resolve the issue? If yes, what was the format before and after?
      • Does rebooting resolve the issue?
      • What does your setup look like? Equipment, layout, etc.
      • And any additional information you can provide to reproduce the problem.

Controllers

  • We’ve received some reports that users’ controllers are randomly losing sync or disconnecting from the console. If you encounter this behavior, please be sure to report this issue after reconnecting.

Games

  • We are aware of an issue that prevents games from launching after playing certain titles.
    • Workaround: Restarting your console from the Power Center (hold the Xbox button > Restart console) will allow you to launch games normally again.

HDMI-CEC

  • We’ve received some reports that HDMI-CEC is not working correctly.
    • Note: Ensure that your TV supports HDMI-CEC and is also enabled before filing feedback.

Live Streaming via Twitch

  • Streaming to StreamLabs with any resolution other than 720p does not render correctly. We are working on a fix.

My Games & Apps

  • Titles in collection may incorrectly appear with a “trial” tag.

TV/Display

  • Some users have reported that the console is displaying at the incorrect resolution on boot.  We are aware and investigating.
    • Note: If you encounter this behavior, please ensure that you submit feedback via Report a Problem immediately. Please include the make/model of you TV/Display in the description.
    • Workaround: Restarting the console via the Power menu (Holding down the Xbox button displays the power menu) should resolve the behavior.  If not, ensure you are looking at the troubleshooting here, specifically the section about ensuring your TV firmware is up to date.

Make sure to use Report a problem to keep us informed of your issue. We may not be able to respond to everyone, but the data we’ll gather is crucial to finding a resolution.

What Happens to Your Feedback

If you’re an Xbox Insider looking for support, please reach out to the community subreddit. Official Xbox staff, moderators, and fellow Xbox Insiders are there to help with your concerns.

When posting to the subreddit, please look through most recent posts to see if your issue has already been posted or addressed. We always recommend adding to threads with the same issue before posting a brand new one. This helps us support you the best we can! Don’t forget to use “Report a problem” before posting—the information shared in both places helps us understand your issue better.

Thank you to every Xbox Insider in the subreddit today. We love that it has become such a friendly and community-driven hub of conversation and support.

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