November 1, 2024 at 05:09AM Microsoft is delaying the release of its Recall feature for Windows Copilot+ PCs until December to enhance user experience and address privacy concerns. Initially planned for October, Recall will allow users to explore a visual timeline of their computing activities but will require opt-in for security reasons. **Meeting Takeaways – … Read more
June 14, 2024 at 11:58AM Microsoft mistakenly added the Copilot app to Windows 10 and 11 due to Edge updates. Despite backlash, the app was added to Windows Server 2025 preview builds, later removed. Edge update on April 18 stopped further installations. The app didn’t collect user data and was meant for future Cobilot enablement. … Read more
February 22, 2024 at 03:53PM Microsoft has initiated force installs of Windows 11 23H2 on eligible devices approaching their end-of-servicing date. This comes after the automatic update from Windows 11 21H2 to 22H2. The automated process aims to provide the latest updates and security improvements as part of Microsoft’s regular feature update procedure. The update … Read more
February 8, 2024 at 04:41PM Microsoft has lifted the compatibility hold on updating to Windows 11 23H2 after resolving a bug impacting desktop icons’ erratic movement during Windows Copilot use on multi-monitor systems. The issue affected home users on specific Windows versions but not managed devices. The safeguard hold was removed, making Windows Copilot available, … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 02:41PM Microsoft is currently testing USB4 Version 2.0 support in Windows 11, allowing up to 80Gbps transfer speeds over USB Type-C cables. This latest USB standard is essential for higher-performance displays, hubs, docks, and storage devices. The company is also testing a new Windows Copilot option and sharing improvements in the … Read more
January 8, 2024 at 08:54PM Windows 11’s 2023 update brings back drag and drop for the taskbar, introduces Windows Copilot AI assistant, and modernizes File Explorer. Aiming to address early feedback, Microsoft plans to enhance Copilot in 2024. The 2024 update is expected to focus on AI, with features including upgraded weather updates, printing management, … Read more
December 7, 2023 at 03:31PM Microsoft has added a character counter to Windows 11 Notepad, available in update 11.2311.29.0 for insiders. This feature displays the count in the status bar and complements the redesigned Notepad with dark mode and multi-level undo. Additionally, “Edit with Notepad” has been integrated into the File Explorer context menu, and … Read more
November 21, 2023 at 05:25PM Microsoft is rolling out its Copilot AI assistant to eligible Windows 10 systems through the Windows Insider program. Insiders in the Release Preview Channel can start testing Copilot by activating a toggle in Windows settings. The rollout will be phased over the coming months, with Windows 10 Enterprise/Education versions and … Read more
November 1, 2023 at 01:49PM Microsoft has identified a known issue that affects desktop icons on systems with multiple displays when using the Windows Copilot AI-powered digital assistant after installing the KB5031455 October Windows 11 22H2 preview cumulative update. The issue may cause desktop icons to move unexpectedly or have alignment problems. Microsoft is working … Read more
October 31, 2023 at 04:05PM Windows 11 23H2 features the new Windows Copilot AI assistant, which combines Bing Chat and plugins to assist users with various tasks. However, the integration feels more like a web wrapper and suffers from performance issues. Other features include a revamped File Explorer, Dynamic Lighting, enhancements to Windows Ink, an … Read more