7. Gaming
In this chapter, you learn how to download and play games on the Windows Phone 8. Some of the topics covered in this chapter include:
→ Using the Games hub
→ Interacting with friends
→ Setting beacons
→ Finding and playing games
→ Using Xbox SmartGlass
One of the features that makes Windows Phone 8 stand out from competing devices such as the iPhone is that Windows Phone 8 has extensive support for Xbox Live. You can’t use your phone to play Xbox 360 games, but you can access your Xbox Live profile through the phone and download a variety of games from the Store.
The Games Hub
The Games hub is an area of your phone ...
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