Xbox New Tab

Xbox New Tab

Stay connected with Xbox in your browser with this official extension from Microsoft.

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What is Xbox New Tab?

The 'Xbox New Tab' is an official Chrome extension by Microsoft that links you seamlessly with the Xbox world. It changes your new tab to a platform for exclusive HD wallpapers, trending Xbox live streams, and quick links to Xbox content on various social platforms. You get notified about the latest updates from Xbox and opportunities to earn and redeem Microsoft Rewards Points.

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Stats
Stats date:
Rating: 3.87 (46)
Version: 0.0.0.25 (Last updated: 2023-04-11)
Creation date: 2020-06-19
Manifest version: 2
Overrides new tab: Yes
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • cookies
  • https://*.bing.com/*
  • https://*.microsoft.com/*
  • https://*.msn.com/*
  • management
  • notifications
  • tabs
  • storage
Size: 785.41K
Email: Click to see
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

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Xbox New Tab
Xbox New Tab (v0.0.0.18)
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Summary
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The action doesn't stop there. You'll get:

• Trending live streams • Exclusive HD wallpapers on your new tab • Quick links to Xbox content on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and more • Notifications with the latest updates from Xbox

You can earn and redeem Microsoft Rewards points for Xbox gift cards, Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, and more – simply by searching the web.

User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Offers Microsoft Rewards points
  • Good for Xbox fans
  • Bing integration helpful for some users
  • Features like links to Twitch and Youtube
  • Some users like the Xbox-themed backgrounds
Cons
  • No bookmarks bar on new tabs
  • Only syncs with a Microsoft account, not an Xbox account
  • Issues with images/icons/js not appearing
  • Changes default search engine to Bing
  • No option to sign in with username and password
Most mentioned
  • Bing integration
  • Syncing with Microsoft account
  • Issues with images not appearing
  • Rewards Points
  • Wish for more customization options
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Safety
Risk impact

Xbox New Tab is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Xbox New Tab if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Xbox New Tab has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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Screenshots
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