Ladies and gents, buckle up or sit back and relax—whichever suits the festive season mood you’re in. 🎄 Microsoft has officially declared its annual holiday hiatus for the Windows Insider Program. While many are decking the halls and cranking up Mariah Carey classics, our Redmond-based tech...
As 2024 progresses, Microsoft seems to be stepping up its game in the world of artificial intelligence, pivoting from mere industry chatter to tangible implementations. Recently, the tech giant announced its AI-powered Recall feature, previously exclusive to Snapdragon laptops, is expanding to...
In this latest edition of Microsoft Weekly, we dive into the ongoing developments that are shaping the Windows ecosystem, particularly for Windows 11 users. From hardware recalls to security requirements, Microsoft has been at the forefront of discussions within the tech community. Let's unwrap...
This week, Microsoft takes another swing at its ambitious Windows Recall feature, rebranding and retooling it to enhance privacy while still whispering sweet nothings about AI capabilities. For those unaware, Windows Recall is designed to capture periodic snapshots of your screen activity...
In a holiday-inspired announcement, Microsoft has decided to hit the pause button on releasing new Windows Insider builds for both Windows 10 and Windows 11 this week. This decision, attributed to the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, signifies a moment of respite for the tech giant’s development teams...
If you’ve ever had the itch to delve into new technology before it’s rolled out to the masses, the Windows Insider Program offers an exciting opportunity tailored just for you. Think of this program as your backstage pass to the world of Windows 11, giving you a sneak peek at cutting-edge...
After a whirlwind of Windows 11 updates over the years, Microsoft has dropped an interesting, albeit temporary, announcement: they're hitting the brakes on new feature rollouts for Windows 11 until 2025. But before you read that as a license to panic—or complain—let’s break down what this...
Attention Windows fans: You're about to see some new AI-powered tools that could change how you interact with your PC. Microsoft is bringing its latest productivity upgrades, Recall and Click to Do, to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ Windows 11 PCs as part of the Windows Insider Program. If phrases...
Microsoft is ready to roll out one of its most polarizing features yet – the Recall AI. But before you jump on board, let me unpack the tech behind this feature, its tricky implications, and how this AI-infused recording extravaganza might affect you as a Windows user.
Rewind. What is Recall AI...
It appears Microsoft isn’t pulling any punches when it comes to luring Windows users into its AI-infused ecosystem. The Cupertino tech giant has just released the Windows 11 "Recall" feature preview exclusively for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ laptops. This pilot rollout introduces Microsoft's...
Microsoft has officially introduced a public preview of Windows Recall, an innovative feature for certain Windows 11 PCs. After a year-long anticipation filled with delays, controversies, and a significant dose of skepticism, this new functionality is now accessible for testing—albeit only on...
After six months of intense scrutiny and a whirlwind of controversy, Microsoft has finally rolled out the first preview of the Windows 11 "Recall" feature for its dedicated testers in the Windows Insider Program. The move stirs up both excitement and skepticism among users and experts alike...
The Latest in Windows Insider Program and Recall Testing
Microsoft has recently issued an advisory about a disconcerting bug in the Recall feature, which has just been rolled out for public testing via the Windows Insider Program in the latest Windows 11 Dev build (build 26120.2415). While this...
After much anticipation and some serious controversy, Microsoft is finally testing its "Recall" feature for Windows 11. Dubbed as a game-changer by some and a privacy nightmare by others, Recall is now available in a preview build for members of the Windows Insider Program. Let’s dissect what...
In a significant development announced at the Ignite 2024 conference, Microsoft is set to unveil a revolutionary recovery feature, Quick Machine Recovery, targeted for launch in early 2025 for Windows Insider Program users. This tool is designed to empower IT administrators with the capability...
Are you a curious cat itching to get your paws on the latest Windows features before they hit the mainstream? Enter the Windows Insider Program, Microsoft's exclusive beta playground where die-hard fans, tech enthusiasts, and early adopters gather to test unpolished yet tantalizing new updates...
On November 8, 2024, Microsoft unveiled Windows 11 Build 27744 to testers in the Canary Channel, marking a notable milestone in its ongoing pursuit of enhanced functionality, particularly for ARM devices. This latest release not only bolsters support for ARM architecture but also introduces a...
In a significant update for Windows 10 and 11 users, Microsoft has introduced Optical Character Recognition (OCR) capabilities to its Photos app. This feature is now available to participants in the Windows Insider Program, allowing users to copy text directly from images — a functionality that...
In the ever-evolving landscape of Windows, one aspect that continually draws attention—and sometimes ire—is the process by which Microsoft gathers and responds to user feedback from its Windows Insider Program. In a recent edition of The Windows Forecast, Joã o Carrasqueira shines a spotlight on...
The tech world is buzzing after Microsoft's recent release of a preview for Windows 11 version 23H2, specifically build 22631. As part of the Windows Insider Program, this build introduces a suite of notable features coming to the Start menu, including deeper integration with Android smartphones...