VIDEO SkyDrive for Xbox

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Ever wanted to tell your media device to just play a movie? Well now you can. Life is getting more like Star Trek every day with the advent of Skydrives new platform for Xbox users. Now you will be able to stream your films, photo's etc straight to your TV. The app also incorporates Kinect voice support so if you’re not in the mood to use a controller you can just tell the Xbox what to show.

Last month, we announced that Link Removed, building on the general availability of Windows 8. With the Link Removed, we’re seeing more and more people choose SkyDrive as the easiest way to store and share their photos, documents, and other files.
Starting today, we’re bringing even more value to SkyDrive and Xbox customers with a new SkyDrive app for Xbox 360. This means your favorite content is now only one click away, whether you are using the web, your PC, your phone, or now, even your big screen TV.
Dan Somrack, one of our newest Program Managers, authored this post. Dan just joined us from Cornell University earlier this year and he drove the final release details of this project.
The app will be going live later today. You can expect to see it on your Xbox after 10AM PST.
- Mike Torres, Group Program Manager, SkyDrive apps
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Interested in seeing what SkyDrive on Xbox can do? Check out this video that gives a quick peek at what the new SkyDrive app on Xbox 360 makes possible:

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The integration of SkyDrive with Xbox brought a new level of convenience to users, allowing them to access their favorite content on their big screen TVs easily. The SkyDrive app for Xbox 360, released by Microsoft, enabled users to stream movies, photos, and more directly to their TV sets. This advancement also included Kinect voice support, enabling users to interact with Xbox using voice commands rather than a controller. Key points from the announcement: - SkyDrive Usage Growth: Microsoft observed an increase in SkyDrive usage after the general availability of Windows 8, showing that more people were choosing SkyDrive for storing and sharing files. - Launch Details: - The new SkyDrive app for Xbox 360 provided a seamless experience for accessing content across various devices like PC, phone, and now Xbox. - Dan Somrack, a Program Manager at Microsoft, played a significant role in the final release of the project. - The app was set to go live after 10 AM PST on the day of the announcement. - Video Preview: A video showcasing the capabilities of the new SkyDrive app on Xbox 360 was made available for users to understand its features better. This advancement in cloud integration with entertainment systems like Xbox reflected the ongoing trend towards more interconnected and user-friendly technology experiences.