Xbox mobile app updates make it easier to find achievements

New filtering options make it easier to find Xbox achievements on the go.

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What you need to know

Microsoft rolled out updates to its Xbox apps on iOS and Android this week. The updates bring a few new features to the apps, including improvements that make it easier to find achievements. The Android version of the app is now at version 2108.820.2122, and the iOS version just bumped up to version 2108.825.2222.

Here’s what’s new for the iOS version of the Xbox app:

The Android version of the Xbox app includes the same changes plus an additional feature that will have the app show industry news and updates in the Gaming news channel:

Both versions of the app now have a ‘Where I Play’ section in the About tab. The Android version of the Xbox app also gains a ‘Gaming news’ channel on its home screen.

The Xbox app lets you browse through messages, clips, and screenshots. Now, it’s also easy to find achievements with new filtering options within the app.

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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_.