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November 11, 2024

Microsoft keeps betting on AI for Windows 11, and Arm PCs get even better

Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 build for Windows Insiders in the Canary channel, enhancing the Prism emulator on Arm devices to support additional CPU extensions like AVX and AVX2, allowing x86 applications such as Adobe Premiere Pro to run seamlessly on Arm devices. Vegas Pro, ProtonVPN, and Telegram Desktop have also announced support for Arm. Notepad now features an AI-based Rewrite option that requires AI credits, and Paint has received AI enhancements, though generative fill is currently exclusive to Copilot+ PCs. Paint 3D has been officially delisted from the Microsoft Store due to lack of user interest and complexity.

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November 5, 2024

Microsoft has eradicated all memory of Paint 3D from the store, and its predecessor is only getting better

Microsoft has retired Paint 3D, which has disappeared from the Microsoft Store. Users who downloaded it before November 4 can still access it, but it will no longer receive updates. The original Paint has received significant updates, including AI capabilities for background removal, new brushes and tools, and AI image generation tools that require credits for access. Paint has become a more dynamic tool, competing with applications like GIMP and Photoshop, and has improved compatibility with drawing tools for Windows tablet users.

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November 5, 2024

Download Paint 3D app now before it’s gone from the Microsoft Store

Microsoft will remove the Paint 3D application from the Microsoft Store on November 4, 2024, and it will no longer receive updates. Users can use Paint or Photos for 2D image editing and 3D Viewer for viewing 3D content. Paint 3D was introduced during the Windows 10 Creators Update but failed to gain widespread consumer interest. Microsoft initially planned for Paint 3D to succeed the classic Paint app but later allowed both to coexist due to consumer feedback. The Remix 3D platform, launched alongside Paint 3D, was discontinued in 2020. Microsoft is now focusing on enhancing the classic Paint app with new features, including generative AI capabilities. Users are advised to download the Paint 3D installer before its removal. Existing installations will remain functional.

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November 4, 2024

Paint it black – today is your last chance to download Paint 3D in Windows 11

Paint 3D is no longer available for download from the Microsoft Store as of today. The app, which was introduced in 2016 as part of the Windows 10 Creators Update, will not receive updates and will remain on devices only if installed before the deadline. Microsoft had previously indicated this change in August 2024. Traditional Microsoft Paint continues to be developed and is a core component of Windows 11.

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August 22, 2024

Microsoft confirms the trusty Windows Control Panel is on its way out

The Control Panel in Microsoft's ecosystem is set to be "deprecated" in favor of the Settings app, which was first introduced with Windows 8 in 2012. Microsoft has indicated that while the Control Panel will still be available for compatibility reasons, users are encouraged to use the Settings app whenever possible. Certain settings have yet to be migrated to the new app, and no formal announcement or specific timeline for this transition has been provided.

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August 14, 2024

Once the apple of Microsoft’s eye, Paint 3D will be fully killed off in favour of its elder sibling Paint

Microsoft will discontinue Paint 3D after November 4, 2024, making it unavailable for download and ceasing updates. Paint 3D was introduced in 2017 with the Windows 10 Creators Update but struggled to maintain user interest. Microsoft is focusing on updates for the traditional Paint application instead.

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August 14, 2024

Windows 11 art lovers, take note: Paint 3D’s days are numbered – so make sure you download it from the Microsoft Store while you still can

Microsoft has announced the removal of Paint 3D from the Microsoft Store, effective November 4, 2024, and it will no longer receive updates. A warning banner for Windows 11 users indicates this change, directing them to a webpage with more details. Paint 3D has struggled to maintain a user base and has received negative feedback due to a lack of updates and accessibility issues. Users are encouraged to download the app before its removal, as it still holds a relatively high rating.

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August 12, 2024

Microsoft is killing the Windows Paint 3D app after 8 years

Microsoft will remove the Paint 3D graphics application from the Microsoft Store by November 4, 2024. Paint 3D was introduced in November 2016 as a modern alternative to the classic Paint app. Users are encouraged to transition to Paint and Photos for 2D image editing and viewing, while the 3D Viewer will remain available for exploring 3D content. Existing installations of Paint 3D will continue to function, but the app will no longer be available for download after the removal date. Paint 3D was not included as a default application in Windows 11. Microsoft has enhanced the classic Paint application with features like a background removal tool, support for layers, and an AI-powered image generation feature. The company is also phasing out other applications, including WordPad and the Cortana voice assistant.

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August 12, 2024

Microsoft is ninja-killing yet another iconic Windows app this year

Microsoft is retiring Paint 3D by the end of this year, with support and updates ceasing after November 4, 2024. Paint 3D has been part of the Windows ecosystem since 2016 and was intended to replace the classic Microsoft Paint. A recent notification within the app confirmed its impending removal from the Microsoft Store. Insights suggest that Paint 3D struggled to capture user interest, with many preferring the original Paint application. The original Paint is currently receiving updates, while Paint 3D will no longer be available for download. The announcement of its retirement has surprised many users.

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August 12, 2024

Microsoft confirms its Paint 3D app is being discontinued in November

Paint 3D will be removed from the Microsoft Store on November 4th, 2024, as announced by Microsoft. Users are being notified of this discontinuation and are encouraged to use the 3D Viewer app instead. Microsoft is focusing on enhancing the traditional Paint app in Windows 11, which now includes features similar to Photoshop and AI-powered tools. This removal is part of a broader trend of discontinuing various Windows features and applications, including the phasing out of Windows Mixed Reality and the integration of Microsoft Teams in Windows 11. Additionally, support for Android apps on Windows 11 will also end next year.