These are the BEST applications currently available for the Xbox One and Xbox One S
Microsoft’s Xbox One console has a reputation for offering some of the most killer games on the market as well as plenty of exclusive titles. The latest Xbox One S console improves upon the original by also adding HDR gaming support and a Blu-ray player.
But while video gaming is the focus of the Xbox One, the console is actually designed to be an all-purpose entertainment center. And in today’s world that means apps and an app store.
Though the Xbox Marketplace on your Xbox One not only can you download game, but hundred and hundred of apps which open up new windows of entertainment and even productivity on your console. Here are the best Xbox One apps so far.
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NPR One
This new app by America’s public radio broadcaster features a personalized stream of NPR and local station news and stories. The simple, intuitive interface allows you to skip, rewind, pause or share them and search for your favorite shows, stations and podcasts. Best of all the app features NPR’s international, national, regional and local content all in one place.
Dropbox
This is a great app to have for your Xbox if you store lots of pictures or video in Dropbox. The app allows you to stream your photo library or videos right from Dropbox’s servers to your Xbox, meaning you can browse any and all pics and watch all your videos in Dropbox right from the comfort of your couch.
iHeartRadio
iHeartRadio allows you to stream thousands of America’s best radio stations right to your Xbox. Every genre of station is covered including Pop, Country, Hip-Hop, R&B, Alternative, Rock, Talk, News, Sports, and Comedy. The app also allows you to create custom radio stations based on the type of songs you like.
MSN Weather
What is a digital device without a weather app? Naturally, Microsoft makes its popular MSN Weather app for Xbox. With a great UI and real-time weather forecasts, the app gives you the latest weather conditions along with accurate 10-day and hourly forecasts.
Khan Academy
The Xbox One may be a gaming and entertainment machine, but that doesn’t mean you can’t do some learning on it too. Khan Academy’s Xbox One app give you access to its complete library of over 5,000 videos which cover myriad topics including K-12 math, science topics such as biology, chemistry, physics, art history, civics, and finance.
BBC iPlayer
By far my favorite Xbox One app is BBC iPlayer. It’s the BBC iPlayer we all know and love–just on your console. Having the app on your Xbox means you don’t need to bother switching TV inputs when you want to catch some news or BBC programming. And the best thing about the app is that you can stream live TV right through it.
Netflix
Another must-have app is Netflix (if you have a Netflix account, that is). Netflix arguably has the best streaming video content in the UK, with plenty of exclusive series and generally the most well-stocked films. And if you don’t subscribe to Netflix already, grab the app anyway and sign up for the one-month free trial.
Amazon Instant Video
I’ve become a big fan of Amazon Prime Video (as it’s now known). The £79 yearly Amazon Prime fee gets you free shipping on products ordered via Amazon, but it also includes access to the company’s video streaming service. Their Xbox app is top notch and with it you have access to tons of films and television shows that aren’t available on Netflix. Best of all are Amazon’s original series like Man In The High Castle.
OneDrive
It’s weird to think they have productivity apps for Xbox one, but they do. Microsoft’s own OneDrive app is a great example. It gives you access to all the documents you store in OneDrive. While you may not want to read those Excel sheets on your TV screen, the app is great for easily viewing any video or photos you may have stored in the cloud.
Sky
One of the biggest content providers in the UK, Sky naturally has an app for Xbox. Sky TV customers with Sky Go Extra or Sky Multiscreen can use the app to view everything those membership tiers entail.
Skype
Another productivity app, Skype, is again made by Microsoft. But it's a beautiful example of the types of apps the Xbox One supports. Skype has been specially designed for the Xbox One and it shows as it’s very easy to use with the standard Xbox controller and optional headset. You can chat with friends on your TV in HD and use Skype in “Snap mode” to chat with your friends while watching TV, which is pretty cool. Of course, you can also take part in group video calls with up to three people as well.
Twitch
I never understood why people wanted to sit at their computers and watch other people play video games, which is what the Twitch service is all about. And then I downloaded the Twitch app for Xbox. Watching people play video games on your own TV from the comfort of your couch is a totally different experience. In some ways it’s funner and more exciting than your average football match. And it’s a great way to preview games you are thinking of buying.
YouTube
Google is to be commended for making such a rich YouTube app for Xbox. This is another of my favorite apps simply because it puts the entire YouTube library right on your console. Matter of fact, I find myself using this app even more than apps like Netflix as there are dozens of high-quality YouTube channels I follow now that offers the kind of content I enjoy.
Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll offers one of the largest lineups of current and classic Anime. And with this app you can watch it all on your Xbox One. It includes hit shows like Naruto Shippuden, Sailor Moon, One Piece and more. All shows are in 1080p HD.
Demand 5
Demand 5 is the free service that lets you catch up on the latest programmes from Channel 5, 5USA and 5*. Not only does it let you catch up on the latest programs, it also gives you access to the channel’s archive of classic shows. Favorites include the big hits like Big Brother and The Gadget Show as well as numerous films, Aussie soaps, and US dramas available to watch whenever you want.
NOW TV
The Xbox client of the NOT TV service, this app enables you to access your NOW TV subscription right on the Xbox One. Catch all the latest movies from the big screen, plus must-see TV shows and live matches and events from Sky Sports. A big benefit of NOW TV is that there’s no long-term contract. You can simply way month-to-month to access content.
Discover Languages by Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone is perhaps the most well-known language software ever. With Discover Languages by Rosetta Stone you get all of its learning tools right on your Xbox One. Rosetta Stone combines language learning with a virtual travel experience to help you learn vocabulary and grammar for real-world conversational situations.
TED
TED has long been the conference of choice for speakers ranging from scientists to artists. The TED app on Xbox One offers more than 1600 talks from some of the world's most fascinating people: education radicals, tech geniuses, medical mavericks, business gurus, and music legends.
Now, the app isn’t just for sending tweets from your Xbox. Twitter has recently gotten into the streaming content game and this app will allow you to watch live sports, entertainment and news like never before with Twitter on Xbox. And since it’s on Twitter you can not only expect to live stream the show for free, but also see rolling commentary from other Twitter users. Content includes everything from Vine videos to Thursday Night Football games, all with no account required.
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