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Microsoft is finally opening up its Xbox mobile app to support purchases. First announced last fall but quickly put on hold, purchasing is available in beta now, with plans to expand to everyone soon. Microsoft is also expanding access to its stream-your-own-games feature. No one should be surprised to learn that mobile tech aficionados frequently also harbor a serious interest in gaming, and that’s just one of the many reasons we were so excited last fall to hear about Microsoft’s plans to expand its Android Xbox app. The idea was to let users purchase Xbox games right through the app, taking advantage of new legal precedent in the wake of the Epic Play Store suit. But after the courts pumped the brakes on the most substantial changes that would have stemmed from that ruling, Microsoft froze its plans to launch the feature, despite noting that it was technically ready to go. Now, five months later, we’re finally about to get it. Microsoft shares that purchases in the Xbox app are now arriving in beta on both Android and iOS, with plans to “soon” extend that to everyone. In addition to full games, you’ll also be able to buy DLC, and even sign up for Game Pass.

Microsoft is finally opening up its Xbox mobile app to support purchases. First announced last fall but quickly put on hold, purchasing is available in beta now, with plans to expand to everyone soon. Microsoft is also expanding access to its stream-your-own-games feature. No one should be surprised to learn that mobile tech aficionados frequently also harbor a serious interest in gaming, and that’s just one of the many reasons we were so excited last fall to hear about Microsoft’s plans to expand its Android Xbox app. The idea was to let users purchase Xbox games right through the app, taking advantage of new legal precedent in the wake of the Epic Play Store suit. But after the courts pumped the brakes on the most substantial changes that would have stemmed from that ruling, Microsoft froze its plans to launch the feature, despite noting that it was technically ready to go. Now, five months later, we’re finally about to get it. Microsoft shares that purchases in the Xbox app are now arriving in beta on both Android and iOS, with plans to “soon” extend that to everyone. In addition to full games, you’ll also be able to buy DLC, and even sign up for Game Pass.

Microsoft is finally opening up its Xbox mobile app to support purchases. First announced last fall but quickly put on hold, purchasing is available in beta now, with plans to expand to everyone soon. Microsoft is also expanding access to its stream-your-own-games feature. No one should be surprised to learn that mobile tech aficionados frequently also harbor a serious interest in gaming, and that’s just one of the many reasons we were so excited last fall to hear about Microsoft’s plans to expand its Android Xbox app. The idea was to let users purchase Xbox games right through the app, taking advantage of new legal precedent in the wake of the Epic Play Store suit. But after the courts pumped the brakes on the most substantial changes that would have stemmed from that ruling, Microsoft froze its plans to launch the feature, despite noting that it was technically ready to go. Now, five months later, we’re finally about to get it. Microsoft shares that purchases in the Xbox app are now arriving in beta on both Android and iOS, with plans to “soon” extend that to everyone. In addition to full games, you’ll also be able to buy DLC, and even sign up for Game Pass.

Microsoft is finally opening up its Xbox mobile app to support purchases. First announced last fall but quickly put on hold, purchasing is available in beta now, with plans to expand to everyone soon. Microsoft is also expanding access to its stream-your-own-games feature. No one should be surprised to learn that mobile tech aficionados frequently also harbor a serious interest in gaming, and that’s just one of the many reasons we were so excited last fall to hear about Microsoft’s plans to expand its Android Xbox app. The idea was to let users purchase Xbox games right through the app, taking advantage of new legal precedent in the wake of the Epic Play Store suit. But after the courts pumped the brakes on the most substantial changes that would have stemmed from that ruling, Microsoft froze its plans to launch the feature, despite noting that it was technically ready to go. Now, five months later, we’re finally about to get it. Microsoft shares that purchases in the Xbox app are now arriving in beta on both Android and iOS, with plans to “soon” extend that to everyone. In addition to full games, you’ll also be able to buy DLC, and even sign up for Game Pass.

Microsoft is finally opening up its Xbox mobile app to support purchases. First announced last fall but quickly put on hold, purchasing is available in beta now, with plans to expand to everyone soon. Microsoft is also expanding access to its stream-your-own-games feature. No one should be surprised to learn that mobile tech aficionados frequently also harbor a serious interest in gaming, and that’s just one of the many reasons we were so excited last fall to hear about Microsoft’s plans to expand its Android Xbox app. The idea was to let users purchase Xbox games right through the app, taking advantage of new legal precedent in the wake of the Epic Play Store suit. But after the courts pumped the brakes on the most substantial changes that would have stemmed from that ruling, Microsoft froze its plans to launch the feature, despite noting that it was technically ready to go. Now, five months later, we’re finally about to get it. Microsoft shares that purchases in the Xbox app are now arriving in beta on both Android and iOS, with plans to “soon” extend that to everyone. In addition to full games, you’ll also be able to buy DLC, and even sign up for Game Pass.

Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority YouTube is testing a new desktop layout with much larger video thumbnails. Users report seeing as few as two videos per row, though it depends on screen and zoom settings. Frustrated users are turning to browser extensions to restore the old layout. If your YouTube homepage suddenly looks like it was built for toddlers or TVs, you’re not imagining things. Many users are seeing dramatically enlarged video thumbnails on desktop, with fewer videos per row and an overall layout that feels zoomed-in. This is just the latest example of YouTube tinkering with the UI, and complaints have spiked on platforms like Reddit. One thread titled Why are the thumbnails suddenly huge? has drawn more than a thousand upvotes, with users chiming in to share screenshots and frustration.

Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority YouTube is testing a new desktop layout with much larger video thumbnails. Users report seeing as few as two videos per row, though it depends on screen and zoom settings. Frustrated users are turning to browser extensions to restore the old layout. If your YouTube homepage suddenly looks like it was built for toddlers or TVs, you’re not imagining things. Many users are seeing dramatically enlarged video thumbnails on desktop, with fewer videos per row and an overall layout that feels zoomed-in. This is just the latest example of YouTube tinkering with the UI, and complaints have spiked on platforms like Reddit. One thread titled Why are the thumbnails suddenly huge? has drawn more than a thousand upvotes, with users chiming in to share screenshots and frustration.

Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority YouTube is testing a new desktop layout with much larger video thumbnails. Users report seeing as few as two videos per row, though it depends on screen and zoom settings. Frustrated users are turning to browser extensions to restore the old layout. If your YouTube homepage suddenly looks like it was built for toddlers or TVs, you’re not imagining things. Many users are seeing dramatically enlarged video thumbnails on desktop, with fewer videos per row and an overall layout that feels zoomed-in. This is just the latest example of YouTube tinkering with the UI, and complaints have spiked on platforms like Reddit. One thread titled Why are the thumbnails suddenly huge? has drawn more than a thousand upvotes, with users chiming in to share screenshots and frustration.

Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Verizon may upgrade its Unlimited Ultimate plan tomorrow with unlimited hotspot data and international calling. The changes were spotted in internal training material and are expected to roll out at no additional cost. Some Reddit users have also noticed a quiet bump in international roaming data from 10 GB to 15 GB. Verizon’s priciest phone plan might soon pack in more value. A leaked training document shared by Sneed Mobile Tech suggests that the Unlimited Ultimate plan could gain unlimited hotspot data and international calling starting April 17. The material specifically mentions that these upgrades would come “at no additional cost,” though it’s unclear if that will remain the case in the long run. (h/t: Droid Life) As things stand, the $100-per-month Unlimited Ultimate plan (or $90 with autopay) includes 60 GB of premium mobile hotspot data and free international texting to over 200 countries. If the leak is accurate, Verizon may soon lift that hotspot cap altogether. However, there are rumors that this “unlimited” upgrade might come with a soft cap around 200 GB, after which speeds could be throttled.

Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Verizon may upgrade its Unlimited Ultimate plan tomorrow with unlimited hotspot data and international calling. The changes were spotted in internal training material and are expected to roll out at no additional cost. Some Reddit users have also noticed a quiet bump in international roaming data from 10 GB to 15 GB. Verizon’s priciest phone plan might soon pack in more value. A leaked training document shared by Sneed Mobile Tech suggests that the Unlimited Ultimate plan could gain unlimited hotspot data and international calling starting April 17. The material specifically mentions that these upgrades would come “at no additional cost,” though it’s unclear if that will remain the case in the long run. (h/t: Droid Life) As things stand, the $100-per-month Unlimited Ultimate plan (or $90 with autopay) includes 60 GB of premium mobile hotspot data and free international texting to over 200 countries. If the leak is accurate, Verizon may soon lift that hotspot cap altogether. However, there are rumors that this “unlimited” upgrade might come with a soft cap around 200 GB, after which speeds could be throttled.