The Xbox Series X and S are impressive consoles, but they aren't free of problems. Here, we cover the most common Xbox Series X problems and how to fix them. I notice that it works fine with my keyboard, but it doesn't seem to recognize my wired mouse. I still must use the Xbox One controller to move the curser. Has mouse support been implemented in the Edge browser? Wondering if only certain mice are supported. As reported by YouTuber Joe Chip (above) – and spotted by VGC – a new version of Microsoft’s Edge web browser for the firm’s Xbox One and Series X/S consoles that’s being tested in the Alpha. I assume since not many console users use edge as a browser. Home of the Xbox Series X S and the next generation of Xbox—power your dreams with us! For any tech support questions, please visit our sister sub r/XboxUnbroken.
The latest Alpha update for Xbox One and Series consoles updates the Microsoft Edge browser to the more recent version based on Google’s Chromium, and players have already found a way to run Stadia.
Back in 2019, Microsoft relaunched its Edge browser, basing it on the work done by Google and other contributors to the Chromium open source project. Eventually, this move gave Windows 10 users a more compatible, stable, and frequently updated browser by default, versus the previous Edge, which used Microsoft’s own EdgeHTML browser engine.
As reported by The Verge, the latest Alpha Skip-Ahead build — an invitation-only preview of an update — for Xbox One and Series consoles are receiving the same Chromium-based Edge browser as seen on Windows, with a bit of improvements for browsing from a controller. For now, there’s no support for a full keyboard and mouse, leaving the Xbox controller to serve those purposes.
Beyond the standard benefits of using a Chromium-based browser, like improved compatibility with web apps, game streaming fans have already begun to dream of the possibilities of the new Edge on a gaming console. In fact, one Stadia fan, @billetviolet, managed to get into the Xbox Alpha Skip-Ahead and was able to play Cyberpunk 2077 in the new Chromium-based Edge.
Between the video itself and a larger discussion happening on the Stadia subreddit, we learn that you’ll need a Stadia Controller to play, as the connected Xbox Controller is serving as the keyboard and mouse for Chromium-based Edge rather than as a gamepad. That said, some reports indicate you need to actually disconnect the Xbox Controller for the Stadia Controller to be properly recognized as “player 1.”
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Given the current requirement of a Wi-Fi-enabled controller, it seems only Stadia and Luna will be supported by Edge on Xbox in the short term, though Luna may need to lift some of its stricter device limitations first. Services like Xbox Game Pass’s xCloud streaming — which is set to get a web app soon — and GeForce Now that use your device’s controller will need to wait for Microsoft to tweak Edge to allow your Xbox controller to be properly used as a controller.
Xbox Series X Edge Browsers
To sign up for the Alpha Skip-Ahead update, you’ll need to enroll in the Xbox Insiders Update Preview program and hope you’re sent an invitation to join the test. Otherwise, since this isn’t a preview of the “next” update for Xbox consoles, but instead a “future” update, it will be a few weeks, if not months, before the update to Chromium-based Edge arrives. As Verge notes, Microsoft is dropping support for the older version of Edge on Windows as of tomorrow, so hopefully it won’t be long before Xbox is brought up to date.
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© Provided by T3 Xbox Series XMicrosoft Edge’s Chromium rehash is expanding to the Microsoft-line of Xbox console, seeing the Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One getting the Chromium-powered Microsoft Edge builds.
The test build of the Chromium-powered Microsoft Edge browser is now available to the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring of testers, which previews builds of future Xbox system upgrades. The Alpha Skip-Ahead users report back to facilitate these updates, ensuring Xbox is attuned, listening, and aligned with the community's thoughts.
One of the most exciting results of this update could be the ability to use Google Stadia to play browser-based games through the Xbox. If that's not enough to whet your appetite, then we're not sure what will.
Edge Browser On Xbox
As of now, the Alpha Skip-Ahead group can access the new Microsoft Edge on the Microsoft range of consoles. Those lucky enough to nab an Xbox Series X with the help of our Xbox Series X stock tracker have had to contend with rampant supply issues this year, so it's nice to take the focus away from this by reporting on some more system-based news.
In terms of performance, well, it's still early days. It's reported that the Microsoft Edge browser works as could be expected with the Xbox controller, while it lacks support for the keyboard and full mouse controls. Being in its test infancy, it can be expected to be buggy in the early versions before being polished later down the line.
Xbox Series X Edge Browser
What does this mean for users? Well, a Chromium-based browser on Xbox should provide a decent uptick in browsing functionality: accessing websites through the console will be far more practical, and Microsoft Edge will now provide access to Google Stadia’s streaming service for browser-led games.
From March 9, the current support for the existing version of Microsoft Edge on Windows desktop will end; however, this doesn't signal the beginning of the end for Microsoft looking after the desktop. It, of course, follows news of a diet version of Microsoft Teams for less powerful PCs, like those found on our best laptops under £500, or the cheaper entrants on our best student laptops.
Overall, it's great news for Xbox users and it should see other compatibility improvements with popular services like Discord and Skype through the Microsoft Edge client.
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Source: The Verge