The document discusses the Xbox One gaming console. It describes the Xbox Development Kit (XDK) which allows developers to create software for the Xbox. The XDK includes tools, libraries, and the option to integrate with Microsoft Visual Studio. It also summarizes some key features and advantages of the Xbox One including cloud storage of saved games, fast media streaming, motion sensing, and personal home screens.

1. XBOX ONE DEVELOPMENT KIT
 Software Development Kit created by Microsoft used to write software for the XBOX gaming
system.
 XDK includes libraries, a compiler and various tools used to create software for the Xbox
 XDK has the option to integrate itself into MS Visual Studio 2002 or 2003 which is
needed if one wants to develop applications or games for the Xbox
 XDK also includes a tool to record in-game footage, which has been widely used to
create high-quality screenshots and trailers
XBOX ONE ADVANTAGES
Kinect – Please visit the link
Cloud Storage –
Play a saved game on multiple consoles
If you have more than one Xbox 360 console or you want to play games at a friend’s house, you
can store your saved games in the cloud (on our Xbox Live servers). Because your saved game is
stored in the cloud, you can continue playing the game on a different console, right from where
you left off.
Fast Streaming -
You can stream music, pictures and video to your Xbox 360 console from your computer by
using Windows Media Player, Xbox Music or Xbox Video.
Motion sensing for security reasons -
Personal Home Screen
Xbox One, with unparalleled voice, vision, and motion technology, automatically signs you in when you
enter the room, and gives you control via gestures and spoken words. It can recognize you, so you get to
your own, personal home screen effortlessly, complete with all the games and entertainment you like
best.
Switch in an Instant
When you stop playing to watch a movie or TV show, if you go back to your game, it starts right where
you left off, even if you were in the middle of a battle or race.

2. 1. Never Switch Inputs
Connect your cable or satellite box to your Xbox One using HDMI pass-thru, which enables
you to watch TV through your Xbox, and makes switching inputs seem almost pre-historic
Independent Developer Publishing Program for Xbox One
The ID@Xbox program enables developers to self-publish their games on Xbox One. First,
developers apply to the program to become registered developers and receive a loan of two
Xbox One development kits and access to the Xbox One developer documentation and support
forums. Then developers submit a Title Information form, receive a Title ID and begin
development. Games that come through ID@Xbox have full access to the entire Live suite of
tools and technology, including Gamerscore, Achievements, and Kinect.
Do two things at once.
Why choose between two things you love when you can do both at the same time? Xbox One
lets you switch between entertainment and games. You snap them side by side to do two things
simultaneously. Games and live TV. Skype voice calls and Youtube. Split your screen, not your
time.
Switch in an instant.
When you get multiplayer game invites while you’re in the middle of a movie, Xbox One makes
it easy for you to switch and join in instantly. If you stop playing to use an app, the game starts
right where you left off when you return to it – even if you’re in the middle of a battle or race
Use Skype in HD
Skype has been specially designed for Xbox One. Chat with friends one-to-one on your TV in
stunning HD. Use Chat while you watch TV. Or participate in group video Skype calls with up to
three people around the world, all from the comfort of your living room.
HD cameras - Attach an Xbox Live Vision camera to your Xbox 360 console to use video chat,
attach pictures to messages and add pictures to your profile.

3. Enjoy video chat with the Vision camera or a Kinect sensor and an Xbox Live membership.
Advanced storage facilities - Attach an Xbox 360 Hard Drive to increase the capacity of your
console
Sync to cloud - Play games on multiple consoles
If you have more than one Xbox One console, or if you play Xbox One games on friends’
consoles, you’ll find it handy to store your saved games in the cloud (on the Xbox Live servers).
You can then continue playing a game on a different console, right from where you last left off.
Back Up Save Files Automatically
Rather than sync any changes immediately, you may want to just make regular backups. For
example, you can use GameSave Manager to set up scheduled save file backups. GameSave
Manager will run at the time you specify, backing up the save files of the games you choose,
and placing them anywhere. You could choose to have GameSave Manager place the backup
files inside a cloud storage folder and your service of choice would sync them normally.
If you’re playing a game, you’ll probably want to use cloud syncing for its save files. It’s useful if
you’re playing it across multiple devices, but it’s also useful to ensure you’ll have a backup copy
of your game saves just in case. Luckily, this is becoming more and more integrated with new
consoles and services like Steam, Battle.net, and Origin over time. Ideally, your save games
should sync in the background without you even having to think about it, and we’re moving
closer and closer to that day.
Breakthrough technology that keeps getting better.
Xbox One is designed to start ahead and always stay ahead. Experience cloud-powered performance and
intelligence on Xbox Live. Get instant recognition and enhanced voice control with our 1080p HD Kinect
Sensor. And with our industry-leading controller with immersive Impulse Triggers, nothing will hold you
or your games back.
Video Features
 Enjoy your video collection
 Rent and buy the newest movies on your Windows 8/Windows RT device

4.  Get the latest TV shows the day after they air
 Watch instantly in HD
 Use customer and critic ratings when choosing programs
 Purchases and rentals can be watched at any time on your Xbox 360, Xbox One, Windows
8/Windows RT device, Windows Phone, and on the Web from your browser
 Find what you're looking for quickly and easily
 Get detailed descriptions of your favorite movies and TV shows
 Closed Captioning available for most movies and TV shows
 Shift your viewing from PC to Xbox 360 with the touch of a button
Xbox Video to your Xbox 360
When you buy or rent a video from the Xbox Video Store on your Xbox 360, on a Windows 8.1
or Windows 8.1 RT PC or device, or on a Windows Phone, you might have to decide whether to
stream or download the video. This article helps you decide.
Streaming to watch now
Streaming a video is a good option if you have a fast network and a fast Internet connection and
you want to watch a video immediately.
On your Xbox 360 console, a connection test runs the first time you try to stream a video to
determine whether streaming the video is practical. If your network isn't fast enough to stream
the video, you'll be notified before you confirm payment. If your network is too slow for HD
(high-definition) streaming, you might be able to stream the SD (standard-definition) version as
an alternative or simply download the video instead.
Downloading to watch later
Downloading a video is a good option if you have a slower Internet connection, if you want to
make sure you get the best possible video quality, or if you'll be offline when you watch the
video. Although a broadband Internet connection (cable, DSL, or LAN) is recommended for Xbox
Video, especially if you want to stream videos, most Internet connections support downloading
a video.
After you confirm payment, the download will start immediately. When a certain percentage of
the video has been downloaded, the Play button will appear, and you can then starting watching
the video. Or you can complete the download and go to your Video Collection to play the video
later.