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Copilot Vision on Windows 11 sends data to Microsoft servers
Winsage
July 23, 2025

Copilot Vision on Windows 11 sends data to Microsoft servers

Microsoft is integrating artificial intelligence into Windows 11 with new features, including Copilot Vision, which serves as a remote assistant processing information in the background. Windows 11 is positioned as the home for AI, offering features like Recall, Click to Do, and enhanced search capabilities. Copilot Vision captures continuous screenshots for analysis using optical character recognition and a large language model, with data processed on Microsoft servers. User data is not stored long-term, except for conversation transcripts with the Copilot assistant. The update introduces an "agentic" AI capable of adjusting system settings based on natural language commands, currently available on Copilot+ systems with Qualcomm Snapdragon hardware, with Intel and AMD support expected. Microsoft has also enhanced the "Click to Do" feature and introduced AI capabilities in applications like Photos, Paint, and the Snipping Tool. The traditional Blue Screen of Death has been replaced with a Black Screen of Death, which promises a more readable error message format. Additionally, Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Laptop 5G, featuring a 13.8" display, Intel Core Ultra processors with a neural co-processor, and optional 5G connectivity, expected to be available in 2025.
Microsoft keeps betting on AI for Windows 11, and Arm PCs get even better
Winsage
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.
Microsoft has eradicated all memory of Paint 3D from the store, and its predecessor is only getting better
Winsage
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.
Download Paint 3D app now before it's gone from the Microsoft Store
Winsage
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.
Paint it black – today is your last chance to download Paint 3D in Windows 11
Winsage
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.
Microsoft confirms the trusty Windows Control Panel is on its way out
Winsage
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.
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
Winsage
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.
Microsoft is killing the Windows Paint 3D app after 8 years
Winsage
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.
Microsoft is ninja-killing yet another iconic Windows app this year
Winsage
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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