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I tested Microsoft Edge’s AI tab organizer, and it’s shockingly good
Winsage
February 26, 2026

I tested Microsoft Edge’s AI tab organizer, and it’s shockingly good

Microsoft Edge has introduced an AI-powered feature called Organize Tabs, which automatically groups open tabs based on similarity, assigning each group a unique name and color. Users can access this feature through the Search Tabs menu and the Organize Tabs icon. The AI analyzes and categorizes tabs quickly, allowing for customization of group names and colors, sorting, and moving tabs between groups. The feature integrates with Edge's vertical tabs and Collections. Testing revealed that the AI effectively organized 40 tabs into eight distinct groups in under a second, enhancing productivity and reducing search time for users. Additional functionalities include adding new tabs to groups, modifying group names and colors, and transferring groups to new windows. However, there is a noted inconsistency in the "Close grouped tabs" and "Delete group" buttons, as both result in the deletion of the group.
5 third-party tweaks Microsoft needs to implement into Windows 11 natively
Winsage
November 11, 2025

5 third-party tweaks Microsoft needs to implement into Windows 11 natively

Windows 11 has evolved since its launch, but many users feel it lacks certain features. Third-party enhancements can improve the operating system. StartAllBack allows users to customize the Start menu and taskbar, resize icons, re-enable classic context menus, and restore quick access to the Control Panel. PowerToys is a collection of utilities from Microsoft that enhances Windows 11 with tools like PowerRename, a Color Picker, and Keyboard Manager, but these are not included by default. EarTrumpet simplifies audio management, allowing users to switch devices and adjust levels more easily than the default sound settings. Everything (Voidtools) offers a fast alternative to Windows Search by indexing files quickly and providing real-time results. OneCommander modernizes file management with a dual-pane interface, keyboard shortcuts, and cloud service integration. Many of these enhancements could benefit a wider audience if made available for users to enable as needed, rather than being pre-installed.
First look: Google's new 'EyeDropper' app will help you pick colors in Android 17
AppWizard
October 24, 2025

First look: Google’s new ‘EyeDropper’ app will help you pick colors in Android 17

Google is introducing a new native color picker tool called "EyeDropper," expected to launch with Android 17. This tool will provide a system-wide API that allows apps to let users select colors from their screens and retrieve their values. Currently, Android does not have a built-in color picker, which EyeDropper aims to address. The EyeDropper API will enable developers to integrate a color picker into their applications easily, streamlining development and reducing app sizes. It operates through a specific Intent (android.intent.action.OPENEYEDROPPER) that opens the EyeDropper app to capture the current screen. Users can select colors using a cursor and apply their choices back to the originating app. The EyeDropper app will also adapt its interface based on connected peripherals, switching between desktop and touchscreen modes. While it has appeared in the Android Canary update, it is not expected to be included in the upcoming Android 16 updates, with the earliest availability likely coinciding with Android 17. There are no official plans for rolling out EyeDropper to existing devices via a Google Play System Update.
Google Home's latest update makes your smart home more controllable than ever before
AppWizard
September 9, 2025

Google Home’s latest update makes your smart home more controllable than ever before

The Google Home web app has introduced a new "Devices" tab for users in the Public Preview program, allowing management of smart devices such as lights, locks, and thermostats from a web browser. Media devices like speakers and displays are not included in this initial rollout. The new interface organizes devices by room, enabling users to toggle devices on and off, adjust brightness for lights, and control temperatures for Nest Thermostats. Further enhancements and additional device types are expected in the future.
Who should consider Windows PowerToys?
Winsage
August 24, 2025

Who should consider Windows PowerToys?

Windows PowerToys is a collection of utilities for the Windows operating system, originally created for power users in the Windows 95 era and revived as an open-source project in 2019 for Windows 10 and 11. It is actively maintained by Microsoft engineers and volunteers. Key features include: - FancyZones: A window manager for creating custom snap layouts. - PowerToys Run: A launcher for quickly opening applications and files. - Keyboard Manager: Allows remapping of keys and creation of new shortcuts. - Text Extractor: Enables copying text from images or on-screen elements. - Mouse Utilities: Includes cursor highlighting and keyboard control of the mouse. PowerToys also offers File Explorer add-ons, a Color Picker, and utilities for batch renaming or resizing files. It is beneficial for users looking to streamline tasks and customize their systems, but may not be necessary for those engaged in basic computer activities. There may be a learning curve and occasional bugs due to its open-source nature.
Galaxy Book 4 Edge, Book 5 series are getting a bunch of new AI features
Winsage
August 1, 2025

Galaxy Book 4 Edge, Book 5 series are getting a bunch of new AI features

The Galaxy Book 4 Edge is Samsung's first Copilot+ PC, followed by the Galaxy Book 5 series, which also has Copilot+ PC certification. A recent Windows 11 update introduces AI features for these devices, including Copilot Vision, which analyzes on-screen content and allows users to ask questions about applications and web pages. The update also enhances the ‘Click to Do’ feature, enabling users to execute tasks based on selected text, such as scheduling meetings, practicing reading, drafting documents, and using Immersive Reader. Additional features include an AI-driven sticker generator and an object selection tool in the Paint app. The Galaxy Book 4 Edge includes an AI-powered agent in the Settings app for natural language searches and will have an AI lighting option in the Photos app and a feature for capturing screenshots. Non-Copilot+ PC Galaxy Books will also receive some enhancements, including a color picker in the Snipping Tool and a tool for resolving reboot issues. Many features are available through the Microsoft Store and preview updates.
Top 6 new features and changes coming to Windows 11 in August 2025 — from AI agents to redesigned BSOD screens
Winsage
July 24, 2025

Top 6 new features and changes coming to Windows 11 in August 2025 — from AI agents to redesigned BSOD screens

Microsoft is rolling out new features for Windows 11, with most users expected to access them by August. Users can enable "Get the latest updates as they become available" in Windows Update for early access. Key features include: - Copilot Vision: An AI assistant that can view the user's desktop in real-time, facilitating discussions about projects and modifying settings through natural language commands. - Relight in Photos: A feature that uses on-device AI to enhance images with virtual lighting sources, allowing manipulation of up to three light sources and offering built-in presets. Currently exclusive to Copilot+ devices powered by Snapdragon, with future support for Intel and AMD systems. - Object Select in Paint: An AI tool that identifies and isolates objects in images for easy cutting, along with a sticker generator for creating custom stickers. This feature is exclusive to Copilot+ but works across Snapdragon, Intel, and AMD platforms. - Perfect Screenshot in Snipping Tool: An AI feature that automatically crops screenshots to eliminate background elements, along with a color picker for identifying hex codes. - Quick Machine Recovery: A redesigned BSOD that appears for about two seconds, improving the recovery process, along with automatic detection and troubleshooting of boot issues to restore the operating system.
Windows 11 just got a wave of AI features — one Snipping Tool addition makes me want a Copilot+ PC
Winsage
July 24, 2025

Windows 11 just got a wave of AI features — one Snipping Tool addition makes me want a Copilot+ PC

Windows 11 will introduce a range of artificial intelligence features in the coming weeks, with availability dependent on PC hardware. Users with Copilot+ PCs, especially those with Snapdragon X chips, will have access to the most extensive functionalities. A new agent in the Windows Settings app allows natural language modifications of PC settings, currently available only on Snapdragon X-powered Copilot+ PCs. The Click to Do feature is being updated with new actions, accessible via specific shortcuts for compatible Copilot+ PCs. The Photos app will feature Relight, enabling users to manipulate virtual light sources in images, initially available for Snapdragon X-powered devices. The Sticker Generator in Paint allows users to create stickers from prompts, and an object select feature is forthcoming. The Snipping Tool will include a Perfect Screenshot feature for precise captures and a Color Picker for identifying color values on the screen. Copilot Vision, available only in the U.S., provides advice based on screen content, with extended capabilities requiring a Copilot Pro subscription. Quick Machine Recovery will replace the Blue Screen of Death with a less intrusive design. New features will be rolled out gradually, with some already accessible through the latest Windows non-security preview update, and users are encouraged to enable updates in Settings. Certain features remain exclusive to Copilot+ PCs or Snapdragon X processors.
Windows 11’s new update will add a bunch of AI features
Winsage
July 23, 2025

Windows 11’s new update will add a bunch of AI features

Microsoft is introducing the Copilot Vision tool for Windows 11, which scans and analyzes content on users' screens, allowing them to ask questions about what they see and receive immediate assistance. This feature is part of a broader rollout of AI capabilities aimed at improving productivity. For users with Snapdragon-powered Copilot Plus PCs, an AI-driven agent in the Settings app will enable natural language searches for specific settings. The “Click to Do” preview feature will be enhanced for quick actions, and unique features for Copilot Plus PCs will include an AI-powered sticker generator in Paint, an object selection tool for image editing, and an AI lighting option in Photos. The Snipping Tool will also gain a “perfect screenshot” feature. Additionally, all Windows 11 users will benefit from a new color picker in the Snipping Tool and an automatic issue resolution mechanism for unexpected restarts. These features will be rolled out over the next month.
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