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October 14, 2025

Microsoft makes it official: Dark mode is getting a major (and sorely needed) upgrade on Windows 11

Windows 11's dark mode functionality has been criticized for being incomplete, with key areas like copy dialogs and file popups lacking support. Microsoft has announced plans to enhance dark mode in significant components such as File Explorer and legacy popup windows, including the Run dialog. Additionally, new animations for app preview thumbnails on the Taskbar have been introduced, and the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) has been redesigned. There are also rumors about the potential introduction of video wallpapers for greater customization.

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September 24, 2025

DreamScene is back: Microsoft’s resurrecting video wallpapers, a Windows feature last seen in 2007

Microsoft is reintroducing video wallpapers in an upcoming update for Windows 11, allowing users to select video files as their desktop wallpaper. This feature, known as Windows DreamScene, is included in the latest beta build of Windows 11. While it provides a way to animate the desktop, it lacks the extensive customization options found in third-party applications like Wallpaper Engine. Microsoft previously offered a similar feature in 2007 with Windows DreamScene for Windows Vista, but it was discontinued in later versions.

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September 23, 2025

Windows 11 could bring back an old feature for wallpapers from Windows Vista – and it’s about time

Windows 11 may introduce a feature allowing users to set video files as their desktop wallpaper, supporting formats like MP4, MOV, AVI, and WMV. This feature was found in recent preview builds and would not loop videos continuously. It recalls a similar feature from Windows Vista called Windows DreamScene. Currently, users rely on third-party applications for video wallpapers. Concerns exist about the potential impact on system resources and battery life for laptop users. Microsoft aims to compete with macOS, which offers dynamic wallpapers.

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September 22, 2025

Windows 11 Revives DreamScene With Live Video Wallpapers Returning

Microsoft is reintroducing live wallpapers to the Windows operating system, originally known as DreamScene from the Windows Vista era. The feature is currently in testing, with the latest Windows 11 Dev/Beta build (26x20.6690) revealing an option to use video files as live wallpapers. Users can participate in the Windows Insider program to access this feature by enabling feature ID 57645315 and restarting the explorer.exe process. The official rollout timeline is uncertain, but it may debut in next year's major updates. The current focus for updates is on security enhancements rather than significant visual changes. More bug fixes and refinements are expected before the feature's stable release.

Winsage

September 22, 2025

Windows 11 is getting a video wallpaper feature

Microsoft is reintroducing the DreamScene feature in the latest builds of Windows 11, allowing users to set video wallpapers using video files such as MP4 or MKV. This feature was previously available in Windows Vista and has been requested by the Windows community. DreamScene will enable videos to play seamlessly on the desktop, similar to the third-party application Wallpaper Engine, which is popular among users. Microsoft initially supported video wallpapers in Windows Vista's Ultimate version but discontinued it with Windows 7. The company has been experimenting with dynamic animated wallpapers for Windows 11, although these did not launch in the final release version of the operating system. The return of DreamScene may reduce the need for third-party solutions like Wallpaper Engine.

Winsage

September 22, 2025

Hands on with Windows 11’s new “video wallpaper” feature, supports .mp4 as desktop background

Windows 11 will soon allow users to set videos, including formats like .mp4, as desktop backgrounds in the upcoming 24H2 or 25H2 updates. The feature will enable videos to play automatically in a loop and is inspired by the third-party application WallpaperEngine. It is linked to forthcoming optional updates and may be available by October for users running Windows 11 Build 26220 or newer. To set a video as a background, users will go to Settings > Personalization > Background. Supported file formats include .mp4, .m4v, .mov, .wmv, .avi, .mkv, and .webm. The feature is reminiscent of the "DreamScene" functionality from Windows Vista and is designed to be non-interactive, potentially reducing power and resource consumption.

Winsage

September 21, 2025

Windows 11 is getting its own video wallpaper feature

Microsoft is developing a feature for Windows 11 that allows users to set videos as their desktop wallpaper, which was discovered in the latest preview builds. This feature will support various video formats, including MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, M4V, and MKV, enabling dynamic visuals on desktops.

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September 21, 2025

DreamScene is (spiritually) back in Windows 11, letting you use videos as your desktop background — Latest Insider build finally returns coveted feature

Microsoft is introducing the option to use video files as desktop backgrounds in Windows 11, reviving the Windows DreamScene feature that allows for video wallpapers. This feature is currently being tested in the Windows 11 26x20.6690 Dev/Beta builds and is accessible through the Windows Insider program. Users can enable it by using feature ID 57645315 and restarting the explorer.exe process in Task Manager. Supported video formats include .mp4, .m4v, .mkv, .mov, .wmv, .avi, and .webm.

Winsage

September 20, 2025

Microsoft is finally bringing native video wallpapers to Windows 11 — 16 years after Windows Vista’s DreamScenes

Microsoft is developing a feature for Windows 11 that will allow users to set videos as their desktop wallpapers. This feature, found in the latest preview builds, will support various video formats, including MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, M4V, and MKV. It aims to provide dynamic visuals on the desktop, playing selected videos seamlessly. The implementation is expected to be user-friendly, similar to the current image-setting process. Although there are concerns about battery life and system performance, the feature indicates a shift towards enhanced customization options in Windows 11. The feature has not been officially announced, but its presence in preview builds suggests a potential rollout soon.