Browse, buy, and rent movies and TV shows

Use the Video app to buy or rent the latest movies or buy TV shows (where available). You can stream instantly in HD—no need to wait for something to download. Here's how:

1.From the Start screen, tap or click Video.

2.Scroll to see movie and TV choices, browse the categories, or use the Search charm to find a specific movie or TV show.

3.Select a movie or show, then follow the on-screen instructions to buy or rent the video.

Note The Xbox Movies and TV Store isn't available in all countries or regions. For more info, see Xbox on Windows feature list on support.Xbox.com.

Tips

Videos that you buy or rent from Xbox Video are charged to the payment option associated with your Microsoft account. To see info about your account, open the Settings charm, and then tap

Account.

You can stream your videos from Surface to your TV using Play To or Xbox SmartGlass.5

For help using the Video app, see Xbox Video on support.Xbox.com.

5Broadband internet and Xbox 360 console required and sold separately. Not all content is SmartGlass enabled. Availability, content, and features vary across devices and regions. See xbox.com/live.

Skype

Skype is the always-on app that makes staying in touch with your contacts easier than ever. Stay informed about what’s happening with your friends through video and voice calls and instant messaging, all from one app.

You can stay in touch with anyone, on almost any device, pretty much anywhere in the world, for free. You can also call landlines and mobile phones for a low cost.

Set up Skype

1.Install the Skype app from the Windows Store:

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