Microsoft details Windows 11 AI PC requirements, appoints a new head for Windows
Intel revealed that for optimal performance, a PC should be equipped with an AI-powered CPU featuring an NPU (such as Intel Core Ultra), a Copilot keyboard key, and Copilot. However, some PCs shipped in 2024 without the Copilot key, raising concerns.
Windows 11’s new features: QR code generator, Copilot menu, and more
Windows 11 Build 22635.3420 is out and contains several new features including a QR code generator for sharing links, an improved Copilot context menu, a repositioned widgets icon, and more.
Adobe clarifies its Windows apps won’t auto-scan your documents for AI
Adobe has been testing new AI features in its Windows 11 or 10 app. This includes an AI Assistant capable of generating summaries by scanning PDFs. However, some people are concerned that Adobe's AI could be secretly scanning documents.
Windows 11 sneaks in a new “Microsoft Copilot” app to enable upcoming AI features
Microsoft has recently added a new app called "Microsoft Copilot" to Windows 11 and 10. This small app, only 16KB in size, currently doesn't have any functionality, but it is necessary for upcoming AI features to function properly. There is no need to uninstall it at this time.
Microsoft tests a new grid design for Windows 11 Start menu’s All apps
Microsoft is currently testing a new design for the Windows 11 Start menu. This design will display apps under "All apps" in a grid layout, as opposed to the current vertical layout organized alphabetically. This new design is similar to the Start menu in Windows 10X.
Windows 11 File Explorer address bar is finally getting drag and drop
In the 23H2 (Moment 4) update of Windows 11, Microsoft removed the drag-and-drop functionality from File Explorer's address bar. However, they have now announced plans to restore this feature in response to user feedback.
Windows 11 tests a new widget board layout with a navigation pane
Microsoft is testing a new widget board layout in the Windows 11 Canary build, adding a navigation pane and some design tweaks. It contains two icons: My Widgets and My Feed.
Windows 11 KB5035942 fixes performance (direct download links)
Windows 11 KB5035942 is now available as an optional cumulative update. It includes much-needed performance fixes, particularly for AMD PCs. As always, you can grab this patch from Windows Update. Microsoft...
Windows 11 2024 Update spotted in WSUS ahead of Snapdragon X mid-2024 launch
A recent post on mydigitallife forum reveals that 24H2 will be released soon. After a Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) query, the code snippet result shows that the 24H2 update rollout will happen soon.
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 removes WordPad
Multiple Windows legacy features were marked for deprecation in 2023, including WordPad. Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 will no longer have WordPad.
