As the end-of-life date for Windows 10 draws near, a wave of updates is sweeping through applications designed to facilitate the transition to Windows 11. Among these, Flyoobe, formerly known as Flyby11, stands out for its innovative features aimed at enhancing user experience. This app not only assists users in installing Windows 11 on unsupported hardware but also offers a customizable out-of-the-box experience (OOBE) post-setup.
Flyoobe’s “Windows Update Tamer” lets you decide when your PC updates
In a recent announcement on their GitHub page, the Flyoobe development team has rolled out version 1.2.5, packed with a host of new features designed to empower users. The highlight of this update is the “Windows Update Tamer,” a tool that grants users unprecedented control over Windows updates. With this feature, users can pause or disable updates, or even set a pause period extending up to ten years, catering to those who prefer to manage their update schedule.
In addition to the update management capabilities, Flyoobe has introduced an extended debloater that specifically targets AI components and bundled applications. The user interface has also undergone a significant overhaul, adopting a Windows 10-style flow before transitioning to the full Windows 11 setup. This design choice aims to streamline the upgrade process while maintaining a familiar environment for users.
The latest patch notes reveal a range of enhancements:
- OOBE optimized for Windows 11 25H2, featuring expanded debloat routines that focus on AI components and bundled apps to improve overall user experience.
- Navigation begins with a lightweight Windows 10-style flow, which focuses on upgrades or reinstalls; full OOBE navigation is unlocked once the transition to Windows 11 is complete.
- General UI optimizations enhance color harmony across all OOBE panels. Unlike the Windows 11 OOBE, which relies on WebView2 for rendering, Flyoobe utilizes a fully native approach, ensuring a smoother experience without the overhead of a Chromium layer.
- A new navigation collapse feature allows the main panel to be displayed in full-screen mode via a toggle button next to the “More” menu.
- Improved notification area for enhanced clarity and consistency.
- Core integration of PowerShell extensions has been optimized for faster and cleaner execution.
- The addition of the “Windows Update Tamer” extension enables users to manage Windows 11 updates directly from Flyoobe, allowing for pausing, resuming, disabling automatic updates, and restoring default behaviors.
