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Even Notepad has generative tools now, as Microsoft shows no signs of stopping its AI rollout
Winsage
November 6, 2024

Even Notepad has generative tools now, as Microsoft shows no signs of stopping its AI rollout

Microsoft is rolling out new AI features for its Paint and Notepad applications in Windows 11. Notepad introduces a "Rewrite" feature that uses generative AI to refine selected text, generating three variations for users to choose from. This feature is available to Insiders in the US, France, UK, Italy, and Germany, as well as Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand. The Paint app now includes advanced AI tools such as a generative fill and erase tool for image editing, along with improved image generation speed for the Cocreator feature.
Windows 11's biggest AI feature gets recalled yet again as we approach Windows 10's demise
Winsage
November 4, 2024

Windows 11’s biggest AI feature gets recalled yet again as we approach Windows 10’s demise

Microsoft has delayed the rollout of the Recall feature for Copilot+ PCs, shifting the expected launch to December, as confirmed on October 31st. The Super Resolution feature for the Photos app was announced on October 1st and made available to Insiders last week. Microsoft is encouraging users to transition to Windows 11, offering an additional year of security updates for consumers and a more expensive Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for businesses. A redesigned Windows Hello experience has been introduced for Insiders in the Beta channel, featuring new icons and a streamlined design, though performance concerns remain regarding the speed of facial recognition sign-in. Managing passkeys has been made easier, but switching devices and creating different passkeys can still be complex for users.
Microsoft Windows 11 24H2 Update Now Available To Download: Copilot+ AI Features, WiFi7, & Much More
Winsage
October 2, 2024

Microsoft Windows 11 24H2 Update Now Available To Download: Copilot+ AI Features, WiFi7, & Much More

Microsoft has released the Windows 11 2024 (24H2) update, which integrates artificial intelligence into the operating system, particularly for Copilot+ certified systems. Key features of the update include improvements to the Windows Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS), Personal Data Encryption (PDE) for key folders, enhanced App Control for Business, a Windows-protected print mode, Local Security Authority (LSA) protection, support for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth® LE audio support, new controls for app access to Wi-Fi networks, integration of Rust in the Windows kernel, and support for SHA-3 cryptographic hashing. The update also features aesthetic enhancements like refined animations and a redesigned progress bar, along with AI-driven features such as Live Captions, Auto Super Resolution (ASR), and Windows Studio Effects. The Windows Recall feature allows users to capture their actions on the PC, while the "Energy Saver" option optimizes background activities based on battery levels. File Explorer improvements include support for 7-zip and TAR archives. The rollout of the update will occur in phases based on hardware support and compatibility.
Intel and AMD will be joining the Copilot+ PC family before the end of the year
Winsage
September 4, 2024

Intel and AMD will be joining the Copilot+ PC family before the end of the year

Intel has announced its next generation of Core Ultra laptop chips, specifically the Intel Core Ultra 200V series, which will support the Microsoft Copilot+ feature. The availability of Copilot+ on Lunar Lake machines is set to begin in November 2024. AMD's Ryzen AI 300 laptops will also gain access to Copilot+ starting in the same month. First-generation Core Ultra laptops will not be compatible with Copilot+ due to insufficient NPU performance. Additionally, laptops using NVIDIA's 40 series GPUs are expected to support Copilot+, although specific timing for their integration has not been confirmed. The upcoming full rollout of Windows 11 24H2 aims to provide a more inclusive approach for existing users.
Microsoft's "Recall" Feature Looks Like a Privacy Nightmare and I Don't Want It
Tech Optimizer
May 28, 2024

Microsoft’s “Recall” Feature Looks Like a Privacy Nightmare and I Don’t Want It

- Microsoft has infused Windows 11 with a Recall feature as part of its Copilot+ initiative to offer AI-enhanced navigation capabilities. - The Recall feature allows the AI to recount a user's past activities for seamless retrieval of previous tasks and documents. - Concerns have been raised about user privacy due to the Recall feature storing desktop screenshots periodically on the device. - Users have the autonomy to disable the Recall feature if they have privacy concerns. - Users can consider switching to other operating systems like macOS or Linux that prioritize data security differently if they are wary of potential data security issues. - The Recall feature periodically takes desktop screenshots and saves them onto the local drive with a set expiration period for assisting users in retracing their steps on the computer. - Storing months' worth of screenshots could potentially reveal personal or business-related information if accessed by unauthorized parties. - Trust in Microsoft is critical as users must believe that the company will not access the stored screenshots. - Users concerned about privacy can disable the Recall feature in Windows settings or consider migrating to alternative operating systems like macOS or Linux. - Windows 24H2 update is expected to offer a toggle to disable Recall for those who trust Microsoft to honor their privacy settings. - The Recall feature could potentially function on non-Copilot+ PCs without an NPU, prompting some users to consider switching to other operating systems. - Some users might consider transitioning to macOS or Linux due to privacy concerns related to the Recall feature.
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