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December 22, 2025

Windows 11 Paint now lets you hide ‘toolbar,’ and is also getting new AI features

Microsoft Paint has introduced a feature that allows users to automatically hide the toolbar for a cleaner workspace. This toggle keeps the toolbar hidden until needed, enhancing the user experience, especially for precision tasks. Additionally, Paint is incorporating AI features under the “Windows AI Labs” program, including the “Generative Edit” tool, which allows users to modify images through text prompts. This AI model is proprietary and not based on GPT technology. Microsoft encourages user feedback on AI-generated content and notes that features in the AI Labs may not be permanent, as they have previously tested various functionalities that did not make it into the final version of Paint.

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September 30, 2025

Microsoft is bringing its Windows engineering teams back together again

Microsoft is restructuring its Windows engineering teams into a single organization to enhance focus on critical initiatives, particularly artificial intelligence. Pavan Davuluri, the new president of Windows and devices, announced this change in an internal memo, stating it unifies Windows engineering work. Leaders from various Windows teams will now report directly to Davuluri, consolidating the majority of Windows engineering under one division leader. This marks the first major shift in Windows' structure since Davuluri took over a year ago. The reorganization follows a history of changes in Windows' organizational structure, including a split into two teams after the departure of former chief Terry Myerson in 2018. While some lower-level components will still be managed by Azure teams, most Windows operations will now be under Davuluri's leadership. He emphasized the collaboration with Azure in areas like Storage, Networking, and Security. The restructuring aims to support the integration of AI features into the operating system, with initiatives like the Windows AI Labs program and new AI functionalities being introduced in Windows 11.

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September 23, 2025

Microsoft is preparing to ‘accelerate’ development of Windows 11’s AI features, starting with the Paint app

Microsoft has launched the Windows AI Labs program to enhance Windows 11 with artificial intelligence, starting with the Paint app as the testing ground for new AI features. Invitations for beta testing have begun, but the sign-up process is facing technical issues. The program aims to gather customer feedback on usability and market fit for AI features. While the initiative is seen as a positive step for Paint, some users are frustrated with the focus on AI advancements instead of addressing existing issues in Windows 11, such as File Explorer performance and taskbar customization options.

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September 23, 2025

“Pilot Acceleration Program”: Microsoft Stock (NASDAQ:MSFT) Slips as Microsoft Rolls Out New AI Testbed

Microsoft has launched the Windows AI Labs program to accelerate the development of AI features, first noted in updates to Microsoft Paint. The program aims to validate AI feature ideas through customer feedback on usability and market fit. Some versions of Paint now include prompts for accessing Windows AI Labs, while others do not. Speculated AI functionalities may include Photoshop-like tools or an image generator. Additionally, Microsoft is investing heavily in indie game developers, with investments reaching an all-time high in 2025. Analysts have given Microsoft a Strong Buy consensus rating, with 34 Buy ratings and one Hold, and the average price target for MSFT is .78 per share, indicating a potential upside of 22.76%.

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September 23, 2025

Microsoft Launches Windows AI Labs for Experimental AI Features

Microsoft has launched Windows AI Labs, allowing a select group of Windows 11 users early access to experimental AI features in applications like Microsoft Paint. The program is a pilot effort that enables participants to test unreleased AI capabilities, such as advanced image editing options. Eligibility is based on hardware requirements, specifically devices with neural processing units (NPUs). The initiative aims to gather user feedback while minimizing risks associated with a full public beta. Concerns regarding data privacy and access limitations for users with high-end hardware have been raised. Future expansions may include integration with Microsoft's Copilot stack and features like real-time language translation and predictive text in Office tools.

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September 23, 2025

Microsoft launches Windows AI Labs for testing experimental AI features – The Times of India

Microsoft has launched Windows AI Labs, a pilot program that provides select users with early access to experimental AI features in Windows applications, starting with Microsoft Paint. The program aims to gather rapid feedback on feature usability and market fit. Participants will receive a notification in Paint to join the beta testing program, although the backend system is not fully operational yet. Users will be informed that the features are in preview stages and may not meet usual quality standards. The initiative aligns with Microsoft's strategy to enhance Paint and other Windows applications with AI functionalities.