Xbox Alpha Skip-Ahead Insiders have an update that helps show local languages

The latest build for Xbox Alpha Skip-Ahead Insiders helps show local languages correctly.

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What you need to know

If you’re an Xbox Insider on the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring, you should see an update pop up by the end of today. The update includes improvements to better show local languages across consoles. Microsoft made the update available for seekers at 5pm ET on February 4, 2021 and it will be pushed out to everyone in the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring by 6am ET today (February 5, 2021).

Here’s the complete list of changes, as found on apost from the Xbox teamabout the update.

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As is the case with many Insider updates, this one includes some known issues. Notably, this update still includes an issue that can cause someXbox Series XandXbox Series Scontrollers to lose sync with a console.

Here are all of the known issues, as outlined by Microsoft:

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If you aren’t an Xbox Insider yet but would like to be, you can check out our guide on the Xbox Insider Program, including how to sign up.

Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.