Microsoft is beginning to roll out a new update that brings some new media functionality, plus a needed tweak to the system’s password security.
The biggest change is new controls for the system’s sometimes wonky Snap feature. Now, a quick double tap of the Xbox button will bring up a quick menu that allow you to snap, unsnap, or flashback to apps quick — and record the last 30 seconds of gameplay.
There also some new social features, including the ability to put captions on unlocked Achievements, a friends Achievement activity feed, and a monthly Gamerscore leaderboard.
The system’s new media features include a TV miniguide (which quickly pops up on the bottom of the screen), DLNA and MKV streaming support, and the option to have the system go directly to TV on startup.
Finally, password resets have been made more secure. Now, each time you reset a password, you will need a secondary email or cell phone number to verify the reset. In the video below, Xbox’s Major Nelson walks you through all the changes.
