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I tested the new Gemini app on my Galaxy Watch 8, and it's close to excellent
AppWizard
July 17, 2025

I tested the new Gemini app on my Galaxy Watch 8, and it’s close to excellent

Gemini has begun its phased rollout on Android watches equipped with Wear OS 4 and above. It offers improved natural language command recognition and tailored responses from Google's Search LLM, allowing users to interact seamlessly with Google and Samsung applications. Gemini can create Google Calendar reminders and YouTube Music playlists through voice commands. It provides specific examples in response to queries, such as suggesting foods rich in carotenoids, and can deliver concise answers to spontaneous inquiries. Gemini efficiently pulls data from Search and Maps for tasks like finding local theater showtimes and creating calendar entries. Users can select default applications for tasks, enhancing speed and functionality. Battery consumption is manageable, with only about 20% used during a full afternoon of heavy use. However, it occasionally misinterprets commands and could benefit from brevity in responses. A "View on phone" button and better recognition of speech completion would improve user experience. Support for the new One UI 8 Watch Tile format could enhance functionality further.
Microsoft Begins Rolling Out Vision Desktop Share Across All Insider Channels
Winsage
July 16, 2025

Microsoft Begins Rolling Out Vision Desktop Share Across All Insider Channels

An update for the Microsoft Copilot app (version 1.25071.125 and higher) is being rolled out to Windows Insider Program members via the Microsoft Store. This update introduces two features: 1. Desktop Share: Users can share their entire desktop with Copilot, allowing it to analyze content and provide real-time assistance on various tasks. 2. Access Vision from Copilot Voice: Users can access Copilot Vision through voice commands and share their desktop while conversing with Copilot.
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 (Canary Channel)
Winsage
July 11, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 (Canary Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 has been released to the Canary Channel. Key features include: - Taskbar Icon Scaling: Icons on the taskbar can automatically resize when the taskbar is full, with options to keep them at original size or always small. - Quick Machine Recovery: This feature identifies and resolves common issues automatically via the Windows Recovery Environment, reducing downtime. - Custom Words in Voice Access: Users can add custom words to the voice access dictionary to improve dictation accuracy. - Screen Curtain in Narrator: This feature blacks out the display for privacy while using Narrator. - Privacy Dialogs Update: Privacy dialogs for app permissions have been redesigned for better focus. - Accessibility Enhancements: Text descriptions for assistive technologies have been added to the Accessibility flyout. - File Explorer Improvements: Dividers have been added to the context menu for better organization. - Adaptive Energy Saver: An opt-in feature that manages energy saver settings based on power state and system load. - Windows Share Updates: Visual previews are now shown when sharing links or web content. - Expanded Voice Access Support: Voice access now supports Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese. - Narrator Guidance: Narrator will guide users through its features with modal windows. - Settings Adjustments: The selected country or region during setup is now displayed in Settings. Fixes include performance improvements in File Explorer, resolution of input issues with the touch keyboard, and fixes for crashes in Settings. Known issues involve potential loss of Windows Hello PIN on new Copilot+ PCs and graphical issues with Remote Desktop on Arm64 PCs.
Android Auto begins erasing Assistant as Gemini prepares for takeover (APK teardown)
AppWizard
July 9, 2025

Android Auto begins erasing Assistant as Gemini prepares for takeover (APK teardown)

Google is transitioning from Google Assistant to a new digital companion called Gemini, particularly in the latest version of Android Auto, where "Google Assistant" is being replaced with "Digital Assistant." The update, Android Auto v14.8.152744, shows changes in terminology, such as "Manage your digital assistant" and a streamlined description for voice commands. This shift indicates a broader strategy to phase out the Assistant branding, with the potential for settings to eventually direct users to a Gemini configuration page instead of the current Google Assistant settings. Users are encouraged to familiarize themselves with Gemini as it may become the primary digital assistant in vehicles.
Windows 11 KB5062553 & KB5062552 cumulative updates released
Winsage
July 9, 2025

Windows 11 KB5062553 & KB5062552 cumulative updates released

Microsoft has released two cumulative updates for Windows 11: KB5062553 for version 24H2 and KB5062552 for version 23H2, addressing security vulnerabilities and various issues. Users can install these updates via Start > Settings > Windows Update or manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog. After installation, Windows 11 24H2 will have a build number of 26100.4652, and version 23H2 will be updated to 226x1.5624. The updates include enhancements such as smaller taskbar icons, a Microsoft 365 Copilot button in the Click to Do feature, and new features for Narrator and voice access. The PC-to-PC migration experience is being rolled out, and the Settings homepage is being updated for commercial customers. The taskbar will now dynamically resize icons, and the Accessibility menu has been reorganized. Ongoing issues with certain fonts in regions like China, Japan, and Korea have been noted, but no new issues have been identified.
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4441 (Beta Channel)
Winsage
June 13, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4441 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4441 (KB5060816) has been released to the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 24H2. This update includes new features such as the ability for Windows Insiders in the European Economic Area to export Recall snapshots with a unique export code, which is secured by encryption and requires Windows Hello authentication. A larger clock display option in the notification center has been added, and recent updates to Recall include a reset option and a maximum storage duration for snapshots set to 90 days. New actions in Click to Do allow users to interact with Microsoft 365 Copilot and connect with colleagues via Teams. Improvements have been made to File Explorer, voice access support has been expanded to additional languages, and sharing options for OneDrive files have been enhanced. Various fixes have been implemented for Recall, File Explorer, the Start menu, and Settings. Known issues include display problems in the Start menu and issues with Xbox Controllers. Updates will be delivered via an enablement package, and features may evolve based on user feedback.
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5651 (Dev Channel)
Winsage
June 13, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5651 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5651 (KB5060818) has been released to the Dev Channel, introducing new features and improvements. 1. New Agent in Settings: An AI-powered agent helps users find and adjust settings by understanding user intent and automating tasks. Currently available for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel devices coming soon. English is the primary display language requirement. 2. Recall Export Experience for EEA: Windows Insiders in the European Economic Area can export Recall snapshots with a unique export code, which is encrypted and requires Windows Hello authentication. Users can reset Recall if the export code is lost. 3. Bigger Clock in Notification Center: A new option to display a larger clock with seconds in the notification center is being rolled out, which can be activated in Settings. 4. Recall Changes: Users can now reset Recall and its data, with a new maximum storage duration for snapshots set to 90 days by default. 5. Click to Do Enhancements: New actions allow users to send text or images to Microsoft 365 Copilot and communicate via Microsoft Teams directly from recognized email addresses. 6. File Explorer Updates: Dividers have been added to the context menu for improved organization. 7. Voice Access Language Support: Support for Chinese and Japanese languages has been reintroduced in voice access. 8. Windows Share Options: New sharing options for OneDrive files are available when right-clicking to share. 9. Settings Search Box: The search box in Settings has been repositioned for better usability. 10. Fixes: Various fixes have been implemented for Recall, File Explorer, Start Menu, Settings, and other areas. 11. Known Issues: Issues include inaccurate build version display post-PC reset, non-functional reset options, and problems with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. 12. Reminders: Updates are rolled out gradually, and features may evolve or be removed before final release.
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