Windows 11 Archives | Windows Experience Blog https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/tag/windows-11/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 18:20:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.4 https://blogs.windows.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/06/cropped-browser-icon-logo-32x32.jpg Windows 11 Archives | Windows Experience Blog https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/tag/windows-11/ 32 32 Japanese developers bring legendary craftsmanship to newest gaming handhelds https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2025/09/25/japanese-developers-bring-legendary-craftsmanship-to-newest-gaming-handhelds/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:48:18 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=179939 When Xbox debuted in 2001, it was a newcomer to a scene dominated by Japanese-made games and consoles. At that time, Sega, Nintendo and Sony were household names to anyone who’d ever touched a joystick or controller.

Xbox would eventually catch up

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]]> Microsoft Source and get more information about the titles coming from Japanese game developers at the Tokyo Game Show on Xbox Wire.]]> IFA 2025: Accelerating innovation with Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2025/09/12/ifa-2025-accelerating-innovation-with-copilot-pcs-and-windows-11/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:00:05 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=179896 This year at IFA Berlin, I had the privilege of joining both Acer and Lenovo on stage to spotlight the momentum we’re building together with Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11. From Acer’s vision of “What’s

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]]> IFA Berlin, I had the privilege of joining both Acer and Lenovo on stage to spotlight the momentum we’re building together with Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11. From Acer’s vision of “What’s Next” to Lenovo’s commitment to delivering “Smarter AI for All,” it was clear that innovation isn’t just accelerating, it’s becoming more personal, more intelligent and more secure for customers everywhere. As I stood alongside our partners unveiling their latest Copilot+ PCs, I saw firsthand how this new category is redefining what’s possible. By combining powerful new silicon, advanced AI capabilities and the intelligence of Windows 11, these PCs deliver experiences that are faster, more intuitive and more secure than ever before. Whether it’s real-time productivity, creative breakthroughs or smarter collaboration, Copilot+ PCs are setting a new standard and inspiring the next wave of innovation across the ecosystem. And with support for Windows 10 ending in October, these advancements come at a great time. Customers and businesses alike are looking ahead, and Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11 are ready to meet that moment. Here are some of the exciting announcements from our OEM partners:

Acer: AI for every user, from Copilot+ PCs to commercial and gaming

[caption id="attachment_179903" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Two laptops floating back to back, both open Acer TravelMate X4 14 AI Copilot+ PC[/caption] The TravelMate X4 14 AI Copilot+ PC on Windows 11 Pro brings AI productivity to SMBs and hybrid workforces. With an Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 258V, 40+ TOPs of NPU performance, up to 32 GB LPDDR5X memory and up to 1 TB PCIe storage, it’s built for professionals on the move. The lightweight, durable design (just 1.27 kg and 15.9 mm thin), MIL-STD 810H durability, optional OLED display and advanced video/audio features make it suitable for business travel and hybrid meetings. Acer’s Predator Helios 18P delivers desktop-level gaming power in a portable form factor featuring up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285HX with Intel vPro, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and up to 192 GB ECC memory, making it ideal for AI developers, content creators and gamers. The Orion desktops are engineered for extreme gaming and multitasking. With support for up to Intel Core Ultra 9 processors and NVIDIA RTX 5090 GPUs, these rigs offer real-time ray tracing, lightning-fast frame rates and massive memory and storage configurations. Acer also refreshed its Nitro Windows 11 lineup with the  Nitro V 16 and Nitro V 16S laptops, bringing AI-powered performance and cinematic visuals to the mainstream. The new Nitro 50 and Nitro 70 desktops offer power and advanced cooling, making them ideal for casual and hardcore gamers alike.

"As AI is becoming increasingly important in modern business workflows, small and medium businesses need devices that integrate intelligent tools, robust security and mobility,” said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, Acer Inc. “The TravelMate X4 14 AI was designed to deliver just that, powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors and Copilot+ PC experiences, offering professionals a lightweight yet durable solution crafted to accelerate productivity and collaboration from anywhere."

To learn more about Acer’s announcements at IFA, watch the 2025 Global Press Conference.

Lenovo: Choice and Innovation

Lenovo’s Legion Pro 7 delivers the power, reliability and innovation needed for high performance gaming and content creation. Powered by Windows 11, the up to AMD Ryzen 9955HX3D-equipped Legion Pro 7 features up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU which, combined with the Legion Coldfront: Vapor with integrated hyperchamber thermal technology, delivers a maximum of 275W TDP to run the highest-demand games at the highest settings. [caption id="attachment_179905" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Close-up of Legion G in hands of a player with game blades on screen and Xbox logo above device Legion Go[/caption] The new Legion Go (8.8 inches, 2) handheld, built on Windows 11, takes portable PC gaming to the next level with a vibrant OLED VRR display, up to 32GB RAM and up to 2TB PCIe Gen 4 storage. First announced at CES earlier this year, it’s now coming to markets around the world. All Lenovo consumer devices – including Legion gaming, Yoga and Ideapad – come with three complimentary months of PC Game Pass1 and select devices include access to Legion Ultimate Support for 24/7 expert help. [caption id="attachment_179904" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Laptop open with screen behind keyboard Lenovo Copilot+ PC ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition[/caption] The Copilot+ PC ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition that was announced at CES 2025 will soon be available in Glacier White finish. Combining cutting-edge AI performance with a sleek, modern design, the X9 delivers over 40 TOPS of NPU performance and is powered by Windows 11 for a secure experience. The newly redesigned Windows 11 ThinkPad P16 Gen 3, P1 Gen 8, P16v Gen 3, and P14s i Gen 6/16s i Gen 4 offer data scientists, engineers, designers and creatives the performance needed for complex, data-intensive workflows. Learn more about Lenovo’s announcements at IFA.

Looking Ahead

IFA 2025 made it clear: AI is transforming every aspect of our lives, and Windows – as it has for 40 years – continues to innovate to help customers take advantage of future computing experiences. We are proud to partner with industry leaders to deliver the best Windows 11 and Copilot+ PC experience to customers everywhere. The innovations unveiled in Berlin are just the beginning. 1.PC Game Pass: Subscription continues automatically at regular monthly price unless cancelled. Subject to xbox.com/subscriptionterms. Terms and exclusions apply. Game catalog varies over time, by region, and by device. All rights reserved. xbox.com/pcgamepass, ea.com/ea-play/terms.]]> Windows 11 is the home for AI on the PC, with even more experiences available today https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2025/07/22/windows-11-is-the-home-for-ai-on-the-pc-with-even-more-experiences-available-today/ Tue, 22 Jul 2025 17:00:02 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=179825 AI is changing the way we use our PCs. According to a new consumer AI report commissioned by Microsoft, nearly 60% of people report using generative AI for work and business purposes

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]]> new consumer AI report commissioned by Microsoft, nearly 60% of people report using generative AI for work and business purposes in the past year. Even more (64%) report using AI for hobbies and personal interests like art, music and DIY projects. As the world adapts to this new era of AI infused with daily life, Windows is here to meet you where you are, with intuitive experiences built in to make what you already do on your PC even easier. Windows 11 is the home for AI, offering the most expansive and capable AI experiences for consumers today on Copilot+ PCs—with exclusive AI superpowers like Recall (preview), Click to Do (preview) and improved Windows search, as well as groundbreaking new ways to interact with your PC, like Copilot Vision on Windows, all available now. Today, we continue to make new experiences generally available for Windows 11 and Copilot+ PC users that make Windows more intuitive, more accessible and ultimately more useful. Read on to discover what’s available and how to get started using these experiences today.

Changing Windows Settings has never been easier, with Windows’ first agent

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPbaiXDAQrU It's never been easier to adjust your settings in Windows. Now on Copilot+ PCs, you can use your own words in the settings search box to describe something you’d like to change, and instantly get recommendations, including actions to adjust the relevant setting with one click. This is made possible through the new agent in Settings, Windows’ first agent optimized for Copilot+ PCs. Hundreds of settings across displays, connectivity, accessibility and much more are now customizable through the agent in Settings, with the ability to enable or undo any setting you change. To use the agent in Settings:
  1. Open Settings from the Taskbar or Start Menu
  2. Type in the Settings search box what you want to change using your own words, such as “I want to enable quiet hours” or “connect Bluetooth device.” For some settings, you can even make specific requests, such “change my resolution to 1920x1080.”
  3. If the agent can make the change, it will offer an option to complete the action to change the setting, as well as an option to undo any setting you change.
  4. When settings are unable to be adjusted by the agent, improved Windows search will surface relevant settings to help you get closer to what you’re looking for, faster.
Learn more about how you can use Settings agent and other Windows features like Copilot Vision on Windows to troubleshoot your PC. The agent in Settings begins to become available starting today for Windows customers using English on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with availability on Intel and AMD devices as of Aug. 29.

Do even more with Click to Do (preview)

Screenshot from The Life and Death of King John Act 4, Scene 2Click to Do keeps you in the flow to get things done faster, providing contextual actions to text and images on your screen. After invoking Click to Do, relevant text or visual actions will appear that include the ability to prompt Copilot, search the web, create bulleted lists, start a draft of a document or email, or even schedule a Teams meeting—all without leaving your current window. New actions available starting today includeii:
  • Practice in Reading Coachiii is a new Click to Do text action that helps you improve reading fluency and pronunciation. Select text on your screen, choose Practice in Reading Coach, and read the text aloud. Reading Coach gives you feedback and shows where to improve.
  • Read with Immersive Reader is a new text action in Click to Do that displays text in a focused, distraction-free environment. It helps improve reading and writing for all skill levels and abilities. You can adjust text size, spacing, font and background theme, have text read aloud, break words into syllables and highlight parts of speech. The picture dictionary shows images for unfamiliar words.
  • Draft with Copilot in Wordiv is a new text action enabling you to quickly turn any recognized text into a full draft. Whether it’s a sentence in an email or a snippet on your screen, press Win + Click on the recognized text, then select Draft with Copilot in Word. No more blank pages. No more writer's block. Just momentum.
  • Click to Do now supports actions through Microsoft Teams. When you select an email address recognized by Click to Do on your screen, you can choose to send a Teams message or schedule a Teams meeting. These options make it easy to ask a question or set up time to talk without interrupting your workflow.
To get started with Click to Do:
  1. Press the Windows key + mouse click, Windows key + Q, or access through the Start menu and Snipping Tool.
  2. Click to Do also supports hardware-specific options like double clicking your pen on your pen-capable device or swiping from the right with your pen or finger on your touch screen.
  3. Learn more about all the ways you can use Click to Do to get more done on your Copilot+ PC.

Photos relight brings professional lighting controls to your pictures

https://youtu.be/Zd1yFxnw-II Relight in the Photos app brings professional lighting controls to your snapshots. Open any image in Photos, select Edit > Relight, and then click to place up to three virtual light sources around your subject. Adjust each light’s intensity, color and position with simple sliders, or choose from built-in presets like “Studio Portrait” and “Cinematic Glow.” To use relight in Photos:
  1. Open the Photos app and select the image you want to relight.
  2. Select Edit, then select Relight from the available options.
  3. Choose one of the lighting presets, and optionally customize each light's location, brightness, softness or color, and the overall intensity of the effect.
Learn more about tips to get the most out of your photos. This feature is available now on Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon X Series processors, with support for Copilot+ PCs powered by Intel and AMD coming soon.

Paint adds even more creative capabilities with sticker generator and object select

Paint screen shot with stickers of cat faces.In May, we introduced multiple enhancements to elevate your creative experience, now available on Copilot+ PCs. Sticker generatorv is a new AI-powered feature in Paint that lets you create custom stickers by simply typing a prompt. To get started, click on the Sticker generator button in the Copilot menu. From there, you can type in a description of the sticker you want to create, like “a cat wearing sunglasses,” and hit the Generate button. Paint will then generate a set of unique stickers based on your prompt. Once the stickers are generated, you can click on any one of them to instantly apply it to your canvas, copy the sticker for use in other applications, or save it for later. To access your recently generated stickers, click on the new Stickers option in the Paint toolbar. We’re also releasing object select, a smart selection tool that uses AI to help you isolate and edit individual elements in your image. To get started, click on the Object select tool in the toolbar and simply pinpoint specific elements on the canvas to select and make edits instantly. Paint screen shot with fish and other undersea plants and animals.To use the new updates in Paint:
  1. Open the Paint app.
  2. Explore the new welcome experience to learn more about features like Cocreator, generative erase, sticker generator, object select and Layers.
  3. Try out the new sticker generator and object select features.

Be more productive with Snipping Tool perfect screenshot and color picker

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Snipping Tool’s screen capture and perfect screenshot capturing a specific area of the screen.

We’ve also added two new features to Snipping Tool—perfect screenshot and color picker. Perfect screenshot is a new AI-powered feature exclusive to Copilot+ PCs that allows you to precisely capture content on your screen with the Snipping Tool app without the need to crop or resize it post-capture. To try Snipping Tool perfect screenshot:
  1. Invoke the Snipping Tool capture toolbar from within the app or by using the Print Screen keyboard shortcut.
  2. Select the Perfect screenshot button from the toolbar when in rectangle mode and start selecting a region of your screen.
  3. Once activated, perfect screenshot will intelligently resize based on the content in your selection. You can also quickly enable perfect screenshot by holding the Ctrl keyboard shortcut after invoking Snipping Tool while selecting a region of your screen.
  4. Move or edit the area before confirming your capture, ensuring you get the perfect screenshot every time!
For all Windows 11 PCs, we have also added the ability to easily identify and capture colors seen on your screen through the introduction of color picker. Color picker is great for anyone who might need to quickly match a color you see on your screen as part of a project—whether that be designers, developers or everyday color aficionados. Snipping Tool’s color picker tool selecting a color on the screen to inspect.

Snipping Tool’s color picker tool selecting a color on the screen to inspect.

To try color picker in Snipping Tool:
  1. Invoke the Snipping Tool capture toolbar from within the app or by using the Print Screen keyboard shortcut.
  2. Select Color picker from the toolbar and then inspect or select a color code on your screen, choosing from HEX, RGB or HSL values. Need to be more precise? You can zoom by scrolling in on your pointer or using by using the Ctrl +/- keyboard shortcuts.

Do more with Microsoft Copilot and Edge on Windows 11

https://youtu.be/zcu8hzrTSdw Copilot Vision on Windows, now available in the U.S., is a new way to engage with your Windows 11 PC. When you enable it, it can see what you see on your device and talk to you about it in real time. It acts as your second set of eyes, able to analyze content, help when you’re lost, provide insights and answer your questions as you go. Whether you’re browsing, working or deep in a project, Copilot Vision offers instant insights and answers. And with Highlights, you can go a step further and ask Copilot “show me how” for a specific task and it will show you within the app you’re in where to click and what to do. On Windows, Copilot can help you navigate multiple apps at once, including your full desktop, serving as a true companion to help you accomplish any task. To get started with Copilot Vision on Windows:
  1. Open the Copilot app and click the glasses icon in your composer.
  2. Select which browser window or app you want to share.
  3. Ask Copilot to help with whatever you’re working on. To stop sharing, press ‘Stop’ or ‘X’ in the composer. It’s a fully opt-in experience that always puts you at the controls.
Microsoft Edge is also the only browser built for Windows, offering the most seamless PC browsing experience with AI-powered tools, productivity features, and built-in performance and security features that help you browse quickly and safely. With features like Edge Game Assist, now available on Windows 11vi, you can get tips and guides for many of the top PC games, easy access to essential sites like Discord, Spotify, and Twitch, and more — all right in your game. To use Edge Game Assist, simply press Win+G to open Game Bar and start using Microsoft Edge for a seamless and immersive gaming experience. Learn more about how you can get the most out of Edge on Windows.

Making the unexpected easier with faster recovery 

Unexpected restarts are frustrating, that’s why starting today, people will begin to experience several improvements that make this experience quicker and more user friendly so you can pick up right where you left off. With quick machine recovery, a new recovery mechanism for Windows 11 PCs, your PC will automatically detect and fix widespread issues during an unexpected restart using the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). We’ve also streamlined the unexpected restart experience, reducing the time users spend on the screen from 40 seconds to just 2 seconds for most consumer devices on Windows 11, version 24H2.vii As part of these changes, we also made an update to how our interface appears during an unexpected restart, introducing a simplified user interface (UI) that pairs with the shortened experience to display a more readable layout while keeping the technical details visible. Learn more about the changes to the unexpected restart experience here.

Move forward with Windows 11

From modern security to faster performance and the latest features and experiences, Windows 11 is built to help you work, play and create with ease. With support for Windows 10 ending on Oct. 14, 2025, we’re here to ensure your transition is smooth, secure and up to date. We understand that moving to a new PC can take time, and we’re here to support you throughout the process. The Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program is designed to keep your current Windows 10 PC protected after support ends—helping you stay secure during the transition. Starting today, individuals will begin to see an enrollment wizard through notifications and in Settings, making it simple to select the best option for you and enroll in ESU directly from your personal Windows 10 PC. Learn more about Windows 10 end of support and explore the tools and resources available to help you transition with confidence.

How to get these updates

Over the next month, we will be gradually rolling out several of these features via controlled feature rollout (CFR) to consumers. Some of these experiences are available today via this month’s Windows non-security preview update, as well as updates available in the Microsoft Store. Consumers who would like to be among the first to experience new enhancements can simply go to Settings > Windows Update and turn on “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available.” Then select “Check for updates” to download and install the most recent non-security preview release. Ensure that Microsoft Paint, Photos and Copilot applications are updated to the latest versions available. For a full list of features available via today’s Windows Update, learn more here. Editor's note -- July 23, 2025 -- The blog was updated to include links to two support articles.  Editor's note -- September 5, 2025 -- The blog was updated to reflect availability for agent in Settings on AMD and Intel silicon. End notes: ii These Click to Do actions are not available in the European Economic Area. iii To use this feature, install the free Microsoft Reading Coach app from the Microsoft Store. iv For “Draft with Copilot in Word” – a Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription is required. v Optimized for English text prompts and requires a Microsoft account and internet connection to access cloud services that help ensure the responsible use of AI. vi Game Assist is available where Edge is available. Enhanced game content is available English-only at this time. Game Assist experience may also vary depending on game and geography. vii Source: Internal testing of Windows 11 memory dump write speed, October 2022.]]> Windows and Xbox team up with ASUS to create ROG Xbox Ally handhelds https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2025/06/09/windows-and-xbox-team-up-with-asus-to-create-rog-xbox-ally-handhelds/ Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:50:25 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=179765 At the annual Xbox Games Showcase June 8, Xbox and ASUS unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, Windows 11 handhelds crafted in collaboration with ASUS.

These devices feature an immersive Xbox full screen experience, an aggregated gaming lib

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]]> Xbox Wire.]]> How to get new experiences for Windows 11 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2024/10/01/how-to-get-new-experiences-for-windows-11/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:41:18 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=179067 Today, Pavan Davuluri announced the latest Copilot+ PC innovation and the availability of the Windows 11 2024 Update. We are excited to continue to bring the power of AI and new expe

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]]> announced the latest Copilot+ PC innovation and the availability of the Windows 11 2024 Update. We are excited to continue to bring the power of AI and new experiences to Windows 11 and enhance what you can achieve using Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11. In this blog, I’ll share more information on the coming availability of new features and apps for Copilot+ PCs, details on how to get the Windows 11 2024 Update and details for commercial and education customers.

Coming availability of the newest AI experiences for Copilot+ PCs

We continue to introduce new AI features that light up more natural and conversational engagement with your devices, with experiences you can only get with Copilot+ PCs. Windows Insiders with Copilot+ PCs will be the first to experience these new features, leveraging the valuable expertise of this community before they become broadly available to customers, with a phased rollout to select devices and markets beginning in November. We plan to regularly share more information on the status of each new feature and app closer to the availability date, including by region and device silicon technology. When these new features and apps become more widely available they will be released to Copilot+ PCs via: Windows Update:
  • Recall (Preview)1
  • Click to Do (Preview)
  • Improved Windows Search
App updates from the Microsoft Store:
  • Super resolution in Photos
  • Generative fill and erase in Paint

The Windows 11 2024 Update

Starting today, we begin to release the Windows 11 2024 Update, also referred to as Windows 11, version 24H2. This update is a full operating system (OS) swap that contains new foundational elements required to deliver transformational AI experiences and exceptional performance. You can learn more about all the new features including enhanced battery saver; Bluetooth LE audio; HDR background support and support for Wi-Fi 7 in What’s new inside this update. We are taking a phased approach with the 2024 Update rollout, based on when data shows your device is ready and you will have a great experience. We will begin with eligible devices running Windows 11, version 22H2 and 23H22 for those who have previously opted in to be amongst the first to experience new enhancements. (How can you be among the first to experience new features? Navigate to Settings > Windows Update, and turn on “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available.”) For more information on ways to get the update, watch this video. If we detect that your device may have an issue, such as an application incompatibility, we may put a safeguard hold in place and not offer the update until that issue is resolved. Over time, we will make the 2024 Update available to more and more devices based on hardware eligibility, reliability metrics and other factors that impact the update experience. We will let you know via the Windows Update Settings page3 when it’s available for your device. We will regularly share more information on the status of the rollout via Windows release health hub. The Windows 11 2024 Update continues the annual feature update cadence, with new feature updates released in the second half of the calendar year. This new version resets the 24 months of support for Home and Pro editions.

Information for commercial and education customers

Version 24H2 is now available through Windows Server Update Services (including Configuration Manager), Windows Update for Business and the Microsoft 365 admin center2,4. We recommend that commercial organizations begin targeted deployments to validate that their apps, devices and infrastructure work as expected with the new release. You can find more information on IT tools to support Windows 11, version 24H2 in the Windows IT Pro Blog. Enterprise and Education editions will receive 36 months of support beginning today. This release also marks the availability of the next Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) release, Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024. The LTSC provides customers with access to an option for special-purpose devices and environments, such as manufacturing, healthcare systems or other environments that require longer term device update stability5. Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024 is supported for five years. (Note: Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 is also available today and has a 10-year support lifecycle6.)

Experience the latest innovations in Windows 11

As I often note, installing the latest updates is the best way to keep your Windows device protected and productive with the latest features and innovations. We are committed to delivering continuous innovation to Windows 11 so that you can benefit from the best experiences as new features are ready. If you have not yet moved to Windows 11, now is a great time to do so, and Windows Backup is available to help you back up files, themes, some settings to many of your installed apps and Wi-Fi information. As is our normal practice, we will closely monitor the rollout of these new Windows 11 features, and continue to share timely information on the status of the rollout and known issues (open and resolved) via the Windows release health dashboard and @WindowsUpdate. Please continue to tell us about your experience by providing comments or suggestions via Feedback Hub.  1 Starting in October, Windows Insiders will begin to see Recall on Snapdragon powered Copilot+ PCs. Customers who purchase an Intel- or AMD- powered Copilot+ PC will see Recall initially in our Windows Insider program starting in November. Timing details on the broad availability of Recall will be shared at a later date. Security continues to be our top priority and when Recall is available for Windows Insiders we will publish a blog with more details.  2 Windows 11 eligible devices on Windows 11, versions 22H2 and 23H2, require the May 2024 non-security preview update and a full operating system (OS) swap to update to Windows 11, version 24H2. 3 We will notify you when the Windows 11 2024 Update is ready for your device. Look out for the Windows Update tray icon, check the Power Menu, or visit the Windows Update Settings page. We may also send you a notification to ensure you don’t miss out on the latest enhancements. 4 Downloads in the Microsoft 365 admin center and similar channels may be delayed. 5 Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024 is available in the per user or per device model depending on the Volume Licensing program through which it is acquired. 6 Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 is available through OEMs and directly from Microsoft through Volume Licensing.]]> New experiences coming to Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2024/10/01/new-experiences-coming-to-copilot-pcs-and-windows-11/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:22:06 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=179099 At a time when many are talking about their vision for AI, today we are pleased to announce continued AI innovations coming to Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11.

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We are introducing new experiences for the Windows 11 PC that n

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]]> Transforming the PC experience with new and useful features The market response to Copilot+ PCs – engineered from the inside out for AI as the fastest, most intelligent and most secure Windows PCs ever built – has been extraordinary. With industry accolades deeming these PCs a “must buy” and many retailers seeing increased customer demand, we are excited to build on our momentum by introducing even more AI enabled “superpowers” made possible by our integrated 40+ TOPS (trillion operations per second) NPU. These new Copilot+ PC experiences will arrive on Windows 11 PCs from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Samsung and Microsoft Surface, showcasing silicon from Qualcomm, Intel and AMD. And, starting at just $699, these Copilot+ PCs redefine what you can expect from your next computer. New features will become available to our Windows Insider community, with a phased rollout to select devices and markets beginning in November1. Recall (Preview): Recall settings in Windows 11 Recall is an entirely new way to instantly find something you’ve previously seen on your PC. Following the announcement in May, we listened to our community emphasizing the need for additional default security layers. We have taken the time to make Recall even more secure by default, ensuring our customers feel confident that their data is safe and secure, right from the start. Customers will now have the choice to opt-in to saving snapshots and if they do opt-in, they will use Windows Hello to confirm presence and securely unlock the Recall experience. And with the sensitive information filter, Recall will apply filters over sensitive information when highly confidential data, like credit card details or personal identification numbers, needs to stay just that – confidential. Learn more about the security and privacy integrated into Recall. Starting in October, Windows Insiders will begin to see Recall on Snapdragon powered Copilot+ PCs. Customers who purchase an Intel- or AMD- powered Copilot+ PC will see Recall initially in our Windows Insider program starting in November. Timing details on the broad availability of Recall will be shared at a later date.  Click to Do (Preview): Dialog box with commands for updating photo of a person looking up at a mountain Click to Do is designed to help simplify your workflow by magically placing an interactive overlay on top of your PC screen, enabling suggested quick actions to appear over images or text. At your request, Click to Do seamlessly connects you to tools and actions to accomplish tasks, like suggesting help with Visual Search with Bing, background blur or erasing objects in Photos, removing backgrounds with Paint, and more. It also assists with text-related actions such as rewrite, summarize or explain text in line, opening in a text editor, sending an email (with a recognized email address), web searches, and opening websites (with a recognized URL). Click to Do is context-aware, and accessible from any Copilot+ PC screen – simply press the Windows key and click your mouse to find Click to Do in Snipping Tool or Print Screen to get started. With a clear focus on enhancing productivity, customers will see additional rich actions added in the coming months. Improved Windows Search: Windows Search results for BBQ party Finding the right files, including documents, settings or photos, on Copilot+ PCs just got easier. Using your own words, like “BBQ party” you can now describe things to find what you’re looking for on Windows. You no longer need to remember file names, settings locations or even worry about spelling – just type what’s in your mind to find it on a Copilot+ PC. You can even find photos in OneDrive by describing the content in the same way. And, thanks to the power of the 40+ TOPS NPU onboard Copilot+ PCs, it works even when you’re not connected to the internet. Improved search will be available first with File Explorer and expanding to Windows Search and Settings in the coming months. Super resolution in Photos: Super Resolution feature used with photo of three people Reimagine and enhance your lower-resolution and older photos into high-quality images without worrying they’ll look blurry or pixelated. You no longer have to deal with a distorted, pixelated photo after increasing its size. Using powerful on-device AI, super resolution in Photos will transform your old or lower-quality images into reimagined memories. Simply use the slider to increase the resolution by up to 8X, and precisely control and adjust the output. And this work won’t take all night. With the power of the 40+ TOPS NPU, super resolution in photos can upscale a photo up to 4K within seconds, for free. Generative fill and erase in Paint: Example of Generative Erase feature in PaintPre-release build shown; subject to change Paint is your creative companion, making it effortless to bring your visions to life. Using AI tools announced in May, creators are using their own words to describe their vision in a prompt, or a few swipes of the brush, to create incredible images all for free and without the need for a subscription. Now, with the addition of generative fill and generative erase, you can edit and alter images with greater precision and creative freedom. Using an adjustable brush, you can remove unwanted or distracting elements in your image or add new ones, exactly where you want them. We’ve also improved the underlying diffusion-based model to deliver better results faster, and with built-in moderation, it’s a creative experience you can trust. Even more new Copilot+ PC Arm enabled applications from top developers: We continue to expand the long list of native apps and emulated experiences available for Arm-based Copilot+ PCs. With new apps landing every day, we’re excited to see developers leaning into the power of the industry leading NPU, offering unique experiences and performance across categories such as Productivity, Entertainment, VPN and Security. Many of the most popular applications are already available for Windows on Arm. You can enjoy brands such as Chrome, Zoom, Brave, Opera, Slack, Spotify, Adobe (InDesign, Illustrator and Premiere), Davinci Resolve, Algoriddim djayPro, Libre Office, 1Password and Todoist today, with new native apps on the horizon including Vegas Pro, Fantastical, Sketchbook Pro, Arc Browser, Google Drive and more. We also see strong momentum in the VPN and printer space. Popular apps like ExpressVPN, Private Internet Access, Surfshark and Windscribe are available now, with NordVPN coming soon. And, with over 90% of printers purchased in the last seven years working seamlessly, our Copilot+ PC customers have access to the apps and performance they expect on their Windows PC.

Windows 11 2024 update begins rolling out

Starting today, the Windows 11, version 24H2 update begins to roll out to Windows 11 customers. This update includes new features like Energy Saver designed to extend battery life and reduce energy use, even when your device is plugged in. We are thrilled to announce improved Hearing Aid support with Bluetooth LE Audio, with new capabilities to control audio presets, ambient sounds and experience enhancements. We are also introducing Wi-Fi 7 compatibility, offering unprecedented connectivity speed, reliability and efficiency. Windows 11, version 24H2 also offers HDR background support. We have also made significant improvements to the taskbar and system tray, File Explorer and Settings to make it even easier and more intuitive to do the things you want on your Windows PC. Learn more about how these features will roll out to customers. For our commercial customers, you can learn more about the related IT Tools for this update.

Looking ahead

At Microsoft, we’re proud to be at the forefront of this journey, driving momentum with innovation at the Windows 11 endpoint on Copilot+ PCs. These advancements not only enhance the experience but also empower our customers to bring their ideas to life with secure, cutting-edge Windows 11 solutions. As the way we interact with technology continues to evolve, we are committed to ensuring that our innovations are not only cutting-edge but also secure and privacy focused. We understand that in today's digital age, protecting our users' data is paramount. That's why we have integrated advanced security safeguards and privacy measures into our products, ensuring that AI is both useful and secure in everyday life. Our Copilot+ PCs are equipped with intelligent features that enhance productivity while maintaining the highest levels of security. Whether you're working on sensitive documents, communicating with colleagues or managing personal information, you can trust that your data is safe. Join us as we continue to innovate and push the boundaries of what’s possible on Windows this holiday with Copilot+ PCs. 1 Please visit aka.ms/copilotpluspcs for more detail on the rollout as it becomes available.]]> Game-changing additions to Lenovo ThinkPad AI PCs: NPUs and Microsoft Copilot https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2024/03/19/game-changing-additions-to-lenovo-thinkpad-ai-pcs-npus-and-microsoft-copilot/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 14:32:47 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=178773 Lenovo has launched its latest Windows 11 business laptops: the ThinkPad L series and ThinkPad X13

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]]> Lenovo has launched its latest Windows 11 business laptops: the ThinkPad L series and ThinkPad X13. Advances include an optional higher resolution 5MP camera for enhanced video conferencing and content creation, immersive viewing via 16:10 ratio displays and efficient cooling for when you’re hunkered down for longish workdays thanks to rear vent thermals.   You can also choose between different sizes (ThinkPad L14 or 16, ThinkPad L13 2 in 1), and either Intel Core Ultra processors with Intel vPro or AMD Ryzen PRO 7030 Series processors on select models that have up to eight high-performance processing cores for demanding multitasking and AMD Radeon integrated graphics.  [caption id="attachment_178776" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Man and woman in a conference room both looking at a laptop on a table in tent mode ThinkPad L13 2 in 1[/caption] Intel Core Ultra processors in the ThinkPad L Series and X13 Series AI PCs are a game-changer if you want to leverage AI in workflows. NPUs are specialized processors that are specifically designed for AI tasks, such as image recognition, natural language processing and machine learning. By offloading these tasks to dedicated hardware, you can enjoy improved performance, reduced power consumption and faster computation speeds.   Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11 power these AI PCs.  Microsoft Copilot is your everyday AI companion. Recently, some new features were introduced to Copilot Preview for Windows 11, which build on the introduction of the Copilot key on new Windows 11 PC keyboards. Commercial customers will find it easier to securely manage updates across their organization.   [caption id="attachment_178777" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Woman looking down at 4 people on screen for a Teams video call ThinkPad L16[/caption] Intel Core Ultra will support more than one hundred applications enhanced for AI, including Microsoft Teams, where features such as text predictions and meeting transcripts enhance productivity.   Another key feature that may appeal to businesses: enhanced repairability with the new ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 and L16 Gen 1 models, with support from iFixit. Highlighted in the recent ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 and T16 Gen 3 announcement, this partnership identified ways to improve design and engineering so people can easily repair and upgrade their devices, prolonging the lifespan of their machines and reducing electronic waste.   Find out more about these and other recent announcements from Lenovo on their StoryHub. ]]> HP harnesses power of AI for newest business laptops and Poly Studio solutions https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2024/03/07/hp-harnesses-power-of-ai-for-newest-business-laptops-and-poly-studio-solutions/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 17:00:28 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=178750 HP has introduced its newest generation of AI HP Elite and Pro PCs powered by Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Copilot i

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]]> HP has introduced its newest generation of AI HP Elite and Pro PCs powered by Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11.   Microsoft Copilot is your everyday AI companion. Recently, some new features were introduced to Copilot Preview for Windows 11, which build on the introduction of the Copilot key on new Windows 11 PC keyboards. In addition to the new features in Copilot, over the next month, those using Windows 11 will see new AI editing capabilities in Photos designed to make creating simpler, and improvements to features like Snap, Widgets and Inking, making it even easier to get things done. Commercial customers will find it easier to securely manage updates across their organization.  [caption id="attachment_178754" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Woman standing in an office working on laptop HP Elite x360 1040 14-inch G11 2-in-1[/caption] HP Elite 1000 Series G11 Notebook PCs have been designed to operate up to 21 hours without needing to plug in and to deliver 132% faster AI video editing than the previous generation. Business users will also experience up to 80% better graphics performance as the PC runs up to 40% quieter.  [caption id="attachment_178755" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Man sitting on a living room floor working on a laptop on a couch HP EliteBook 845 14-inch G11[/caption] Like other HP Elite PCs, HP EliteBook 800 and 805 Series G11 Notebook PCs are equipped with either Intel Core Ultra 5 and 7 processors or next-generation AMD Ryzen PRO processors with dedicated NPUs11 for tackling AI tasks with more personalized performance. These devices also contain at least 75% PCR plastic in the bezel.  Poly Lens (shown above in first photo) provides the foundation of AI-powered deployment, management, monitoring and insights of video-powered rooms. The latest software offers enhanced video deployment and serviceability, enabling faster onboarding and configuration. When organizations retrofit and reconfigure workspaces, improvements like this translate to a consistent user experience, saving time and resources. With the new Microsoft O365 Calendar* integration, IT professionals can make better room allocation plans based on usage trends, as they’ll get a comprehensive view of room occupancy and utilization across multiple platforms.   Head over to the HP Newsroom for the latest news and announcements from HP’s 2024 Amplify Partner Conference.  *Microsoft O365 feature is enabled through a Poly+ Enterprise service agreement, which is sold separately. ]]> Microsoft Copilot improvements for Windows 11 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2024/02/29/microsoft-copilot-improvements-for-windows-11/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 18:00:03 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=178717 Microsoft Copilot is your everyday AI companion. As we continue to innovate with Windows, we’re delighted to introduce some useful new features to our Copilot Preview1 for Windows 11.  These new capabilities build on the introduction of

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]]> 1 for Windows 11.  These new capabilities build on the introduction of the Copilot Key on new Windows 11 PC keyboards2, updates to the Copilot icon on the taskbar, and the ability to dock, undock and resize the Copilot pane. Starting today, we introduce plugins from your favorite apps like OpenTable, Shopify and Kayak, as well as new skills to simplify your tasks and use of Windows. We can’t wait for you to try these. In addition to the new features in Copilot, over the next month, we are bringing even more value to Windows 11. We are adding new AI editing capabilities in Photos designed to make creating simpler, enabling easier video editing with the preview of Clipchamp silence removal, and launching improvements to features like Snap, Widgets and Inking, making it even easier to get things done. For our commercial customers, we are also making it even easier to securely manage updates across your organization. Microsoft Copilot user interface

Copilot in Windows 11

New plugins  

• Examples of plugins available with Copilot in Windows With Copilot in Windows, you can now use plugins for easy access to some of your favorite applications. Need to make a dinner reservation with friends?  Ask Copilot and OpenTable to handle it.  Change your mind and want to stay in? Simply prompt Copilot with “Create a healthy dinner party menu for 8” and watch your options unfold.  Not happy with the salad suggested?  Ask Copilot to swap it for a vegetable and when you’re ready to shop, Instacart is right there for you, all within Copilot in Windows. Over the next month, we will be adding new ways to connect and get things done from partners like Shopify, Klarna and Kayak, in addition to what OpenTable and Instacart and a growing list of other Copilot in Windows plugins can do.

New skills

Sometimes we all need a little help in getting things done, including adjusting our PC settings, quickly accessing the tools and information to make learning and doing easier, and finding the fastest access to help, all at our fingertips. Beginning in late March, you will see the following new skills enabled within your Copilot in Windows experience.  To use these skills, simply type in a prompt to Copilot in Windows.  For example, type “enable battery saver” or “turn off battery saver” and Copilot will take the appropriate action and confirm completion. • Example of Copilot in Windows performing a common task to enable Battery Saver mode
  • Settings:
    • Turn on/off battery saver
    • Show device information
    • Show system information
    • Show battery information
    • Open storage page
  • Accessibility:
    • Launch live captions
    • Launch narrator
    • Launch screen magnifier
    • Open voice access page
    • Open text size page
    • Open contrast themes page
    • Launch voice input
  • Device information:
    • Show available Wi-Fi network
    • Display IP address
    • Show available storage space
    • Empty recycle bin

New creativity app updates

Building on the success of our AI-enhanced Inbox apps, today we begin rolling out two exciting updates designed to make creating simpler. Generative Erase: When using the Photos app, you can now select and remove unwanted objects or imperfections from your images using the new Generative Erase feature. Snapped the ideal sunset photo but want to remove the airplane flying above?  Generative Erase in Photos can do just that. Clipchamp silence removal preview: Gaps in conversation are natural in real life, but awkward in a video. With the addition of Clipchamp silence removal, removing those gaps in the audio track is easy.  The preview of silence removal in Clipchamp starts to become available today.  

Accessible by default

Voice Shortcuts: Save your voice and finish tasks faster with new Voice Shortcuts.  You can now create custom commands to quickly accomplish what you’re trying to do using just a single phrase.  From pasting text and media, pressing keyboard keys or mouse clicks, to opening folders, files, apps or URLs, Voice Shortcuts are there to help. Multi-Display: To make navigating a multiple monitor setup even easier, you can now use voice commands across connected screens, making it easier than ever to navigate between displays or move files and apps.

More to love on Windows 11

Windows 11 and your Android platform phone

Your Windows 11 PC and Android phone connection just got better.  Soon you will be able to access recent photos on your PC or use your phone as a webcam on all video conferencing apps, making your Android device a productivity partner to your Windows 11 PC. Intelligent Snap suggestions: Make the most of your screen real estate with new personalized layout suggestions. Snap suggestions help you quickly organize open apps based on how you use them, making it even easier to get things done. Widgets:  Many of us experience information overload from time to time, but still need to stay up to date on the information we care about most.  Now with the new Widgets board experience, you are able to create a focused board  and organize your Widgets into distinct categories – whether for work or play.  If you’re looking to catch up on current events, you’ll find the familiar experience currently available through your feed located right in the discovery dashboard. Windows Ink: Windows Ink enables natural writing on pen-capable PCs. With this update, we are expanding the number of apps and languages available to Windows Ink to include your favorites like Photos, Paint, WhatsApp and Messenger, all offering greater flexibility for where you ink or type. Share content to more third-party apps: Need to share your favorite vacation photo with a friend on Snapchat? Windows 11 has expanded the file sharing options to include additional apps like WhatsApp, Snapchat and Instagram, with more apps like Facebook Messenger coming soon.

A unified management solution for our enterprise customers

For our enterprise customers, we are simplifying the update management solution by unifying the Windows Update for Business deployment service with Autopatch into a single update management solution. Windows Autopatch will now become the unifying Windows update management solution, providing a single way in which organizations can manage updates while maintaining the highest level of control. Windows Autopatch provides the update solution for Windows PCs, Microsoft 365 applications, Microsoft Edge and Teams, and will now leverage AI to program the necessary updates and reduce the impact on team productivity. Learn more about what’s new in Autopatch.

How to take advantage of these new and improved features

Many of these new experiences will start to become available today, via Windows Update and new apps available via Microsoft Store updates. Windows 11 devices will get new functionality at different times, as we will be gradually rolling out some of these new features over the coming weeks initially via controlled feature rollout (CFR) to consumers. Consumers with eligible devices running Windows 11, versions 22H2 and 23H2, who are interested in experiencing these new enhancements now can choose to do so by going to Settings > Windows Update and turning on “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” and then selecting “Check for updates.” We anticipate broad availability for most new features by the April 2024 security update release for all eligible devices. Most of these new Windows 11 features will be enabled by default in the March 2024 optional non-security preview release for all editions of Windows 11, versions 23H2 and 22H2. IT admins who want to get the new Windows 11 features can use the enable and control optional updates policy to enable optional updates for their managed devices. As is our normal practice, we will closely monitor the rollout of these new Windows 11 features and continue to share timely information on the status of the rollout and known issues (open and resolved) via the Windows release health dashboard and @WindowsUpdate. Please continue to tell us about your experience by providing comments or suggestions via Feedback Hub.  For a full list of features available via Windows Update, learn more here. Ready to upgrade to a new Windows 11 PC?  Find the PC that’s right for you. 1 Copilot in Windows (in preview) is available in select global markets and will be rolled out to additional markets over time. Learn more. 2 When Copilot for Windows is not available or enabled on the device, pressing the Copilot key will launch Windows Search. The Copilot key will be available on many new Windows 11 PCs starting in early 2024. ]]> Dell at MWC 2024: NPU-equipped AI PCs come with Windows 11 and Copilot key https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2024/02/26/dell-at-mwc-2024-npu-equipped-ai-pcs-come-with-windows-11-and-copilot-key/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 17:30:06 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/?p=178724 At Mobile World Congress, Dell updated its commercial portfolio with neural processing units (NPUs) built into its latest lineup of Windows 11 laptops and mobile workstations to accelerate AI processes.

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]]> At Mobile World Congress, Dell updated its commercial portfolio with neural processing units (NPUs) built into its latest lineup of Windows 11 laptops and mobile workstations to accelerate AI processes.  With these PCs and their AI-accelerated engines, businesses can collaborate more effectively, work more securely and create content faster.  Across these PCs, help is always at hand with Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11. These laptops have the new built-in Copilot key, providing faster access to your everyday AI companion in Windows 11, harnessing the capabilities of AI to make the things you do every day easier. Features include helping you summarize web pages and change settings.    [caption id="attachment_178731" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Someone working on a Dell Latitude 7350 as seen close-up and in profile Latitude 7350 Detachable[/caption] With the Latitude 7350 Detachable, professionals can work fully docked at a desk or take it wherever they want as a tablet or laptop. Intelligent thermal modes ensure that the device runs up to 51% faster in laptop mode. It includes a pair of high-resolution 8MP cameras. The user-facing camera also includes HDR technology for a high-quality picture in unpredictable lighting conditions. The display has a 3k resolution with ComfortView Plus to reduce harmful blue light. With the new NPU, Windows Studio effects can correct eye gaze, auto-frame the user and blur their background.   [caption id="attachment_178732" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Laptop open and seen from above Precision 5490[/caption] Dell’s new mobile and fixed Precision workstations provide the power to run AI workloads securely and cost effectively. With the new Precision 3000 and 5000 Series mobile workstations, Dell is actively advancing its “AI-inside” initiative by introducing the new Intel Ultra Core processors. These processors have a NPU designed to drive AI features in more than 100 applications, enabling them to operate with optimized speed and power efficiency. The NPU effectively offloads tasks from the CPU or GPU, which translates to less battery discharge so you can work for longer without plugging in. These new CPUs also have faster Intel Arc Integrated Graphics to provide improved performance for graphic and video applications. The professional NVIDIA RTX graphics within these mobile workstations, as well as fixed workstations, will continue to deliver performance for industry applications.  [caption id="attachment_178733" align="alignnone" width="1024"]Laptop open and facing left Precision 3591[/caption] The Precision 3280 CFF (Compact Form Factor) is a new space-saving form factor built for light AI development and creative applications. It supports Tensor Core GPUs and enhanced central processing unit (CPU) performance with the latest 14th Gen Intel Core processors and new thermal solutions.  Find out more about these and other devices Dell announced at MWC. ]]>