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Microsoft is currently A/B testing a native dark style for the ChatGPT-powered Bing.com, and it has finally begun distributing out Bing.com to Google Chrome and Safari. On Windows 10 and 11, we got a pop-up that allowed Bing AI access through Google Chrome. It appears that certain people can also access Bing AI through Safari. One of the most cutting-edge and effective language models for users is Bing AI, which is powered on ChatGPT-4. Since late February, Bing.com AI support has been accessible to Microsoft Edge users. Now, Microsoft is beginning to expand its support to all browsers, including Google Chrome and Apple Safari. Bing AI pop-up in Chrome | Image Courtesy: Thewindowsfan.com Anyone may now test Bing AI in Chrome thanks to a new pop-up that has begun to show in the taskbar of Windows 10 or 11. In our experiments, Google Chrome's native dark mode support allowed us to access Bing AI. The screenshot below illustrates how the white background changes to a black...

Microsoft is preparing to launch Windows 12 in the fall of 2024, with a wider rollout in 2025, and it is internally experimenting with several new design ideas, including a new desktop experience with a ‘floating’ taskbar. Microsoft wants to create a floating effect for the taskbar by separating it from the desktop and rounding off the edges. Microsoft has yet to confirm the existence of Windows 12, but we know it is coming soon; at least, this appears to be the company’s current plan. Microsoft sticks to this new engineering process, we might get Windows 13 in 2027 or later, but the tech giant’s plans are always subject to change as they have in the past. At the Build 2023 developer conference, Microsoft announced several exciting updates for Windows 11, such as Windows Copilot and AI integration in the desktop operating system. During the event, Microsoft also dropped a hint that it is working on a “next-gen Windows”,  which seems to imply Microsoft plans to launch a ne...

Problems with certain programs may arise as a result of Windows 11's ability to automatically install drivers and replace newer drivers with outdated versions. Emails, forum posts, and phone calls have all informed us that Reddit  It appears that AMD drivers in Windows 11 are being replaced by accident when using Windows Update. Because of this problem, users may see a message reading "Windows Update may have automatically replaced your AMD Graphics driver" and titled "AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition Warning." Therefore, the AMD Software you have launched is incompatible with the AMD Graphics driver you have installed. " data-sizes="(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px" /> In a proof of concept  Unfortunately, the Universal Windows Platform (UWP) driver for Radeon GPU hardware that was installed by Windows Update is incompatible with the version of AMD Software that was previously installed. It's possible that the manufact...

Microsoft released its newest operating system, Third Moment of Windows 11 KB5026446. Many enhancements, including Moment 3 features distributed through Windows configuration update, are available in this optional cumulative update. There is also a noticeable improvement in performance. New functions include the ability to collect live kernel memory dumps (LKDs) from Task Manager, a revamped in-app voice access command help page, and support for seconds in the system tray clock. Settings> Bluetooth & devices > USB > USB4 Hubs and Devices is a new sub-section that has been added as a result of the update. Important details about the system's USB4 support and any attached devices are detailed here. Image Credit: Thewindowsfan.com Clock in the taskbar, showing the current time in seconds However, the update isn't just about fancy new features; it also boasts greatly enhanced performance. The Third Moment of Windows 11 improved search results within...

Windows 11 23H2 is coming this fall, as Microsoft has now officially confirmed. This second official Windows 11 update, version 23H2, won't include as many changes as 23H1. This is due to Microsoft's dedication to Windows 12, which has been confirmed for a fall 2024 release. Several documents and Windows preview builds proved the existence of Windows 11 23H2. Some users have reported seeing "23H2" mentioned in Windows Settings and Winver. Microsoft may also use the "enablement package" toggle to activate previously hidden features. This is consistent with Microsoft's new approach to updates, which emphasizes high-quality features over a large number of them. The Moment 4 update, however, will bring new features to the upcoming Windows 11 23H2 update. " data-sizes="(max-width: 1368px) 100vw, 1368px" /> New preview builds include a (hidden) reference to Windows 11 23H2. In Windows 11's upcoming 23H2 update, users will...

The Windows 11 Moment 3 (22H2) feature update is now available for download and installation through Windows Update and the Microsoft Update Catalog. Microsoft wants to keep the excitement surrounding Windows 11 despite shifting to an annual release schedule for major feature updates. Moment 3 is Microsoft's latest feature preview update, and it's now available for computers running Windows 11 22H2 on machines that qualify. Optional Moments updates, which may include new features or enhancements, will be released alongside Microsoft's July Patch Tuesday update. Microsoft's intention with Moment updates is to roll out minor new features and improvements between annual releases. Being a "cumulative/monthly-style update," the revision lacks a formal moniker. The name for it is KB5026446 and can be downloaded just like any other update; however, in order to use the new features, a toggle switch must be enabled. Install Moment 3 update on Windows ...

The much-anticipated Moment 3 features are included in the new, optional Windows 11 KB5026446 update. Accessing Moment 3 features like seconds in the taskbar and more is now easier than ever thanks to Microsoft's publication of direct download links for Windows 11 KB5026446 offline installers. Version 11 of Windows KB5026446 update to Windows 11, version Moment 3, requires manual action on your part to download and install. You must enable the new Windows Update setting "Get the latest updates as soon as they're available" to use Moment 3's features. To use Windows 11 Moment 3 features, you'll need to enable the toggle found in Start > Settings > Windows Update. In an effort to limit disruptions caused by the update, the Moment 3 features are disabled by default. Simply activating the new toggle will enable you to receive the most recent non-security and feature updates as soon as they become available. Preview of the 2023–05 Cumulative ...

We issued a report in April of 2023 titled "The most significant change since Windows 8 is the new File Explorer in Windows 11." according to numerous confidential sources and reports. Microsoft has today officially teased the next-generation File Explorer that will be included in Windows 11 and later. The tech giant is not, as was predicted, developing a novel file manager for the UWP. Instead, it's modernizing the old File Explorer with WinUI and other improvements. There's more to the "all-new" File Explorer update than meets the eye. The new Details Pane, Microsoft 365 support, and Gallery View are just a few of the useful features added. Both of these images show that Microsoft is updating File Explorer from the ground up. Everything from the file browser to the menu bar to the search field and beyond is getting a facelift. Leaks and a new teaser from Microsoft's 2023 developer conference confirm this, where Windows Copilot was officia...

ChatGPT has mined its discarded data for insights as far back as September 2021. Now that it supports plugins, ChatGPT can act as a browser, visiting and scraping websites in real time. Microsoft is bringing the ChatGPT plugins that OpenAI has been developing to Windows 11. Windows 11 will support ChatGPT add-ons via Copilot for Windows, a desktop OS that combines the features of ChatGPT and Bing AI. Microsoft has decided to adopt the OpenAI-created plugin standard for ChatGPT, paving the way for compatibility between ChatGPT, Bing, Dynamics 365 Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Windows Copilot. In addition, Microsoft announced its plans to make Bing the default search engine in Microsoft's ChatGPT. This change also opens the door for programmers to create additional plugins for Microsoft 365 Copilot, such as ChatGPT and Bing. Connectors for the Power Platform and Teams message expansions are also in the works for this package. Microsoft provides a toolkit for...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 KB5026446, which includes the long-awaited switch to Third Moment of Windows 11 The default hiding of features is a major source of friction. To begin, it has been reported to Windows Latest that the update is automatically installed when users check for updates. When I selected "Check for updates" on one of my virtual machines, I discovered it triggered the installation of an update. After pausing the updates, the update reappeared as optional with a "download and install" link, so it wouldn't be installed automatically if I hadn't wanted it to. According to feedback we've received, the KB5026446 update installs automatically without the need for users to check for updates. This behavior is typically seen only with optional updates. Since users did not anticipate having an optional update installed automatically, it has raised concerns about the stability of their systems. The update has been reported b...

Microsoft's goal with Windows 11 is to make the OS more adaptable and customizable. I have written about Decoupling features from explorer.exe is a key part of Microsoft's plan to make Windows 11 stable in addition to the desktop and the taskbar. Microsoft is testing new updates to the Start menu while continuing work on unbundling features from File Explorer. Many users will appreciate Microsoft's decision to only release major updates once a year starting with Windows 11. Since the tech giant only needs to worry about one update at a time, the frequency with which users must install mandatory feature updates has decreased while the quality of those updates has increased. Microsoft, however, doesn't want to restrict new features to just the yearly updates, so it's developing separate updates for a few of them. Web experience packs, which are included in Windows 11, expand the functionality of Widgets and other apps. If you were concerned that Micro...

Microsoft has released more Windows Subsystem for Android updates than it has Surface Duo handsets. Microsoft has quietly released a major update to the Windows Subsystem for Android while we wait for new firmware for the Surface Duo. The much-anticipated addition of file sharing was included in the update that began rolling out on June 1. Officials from Microsoft have told me that "file sharing" is now supported in the Windows Subsystem for Android. This function, introduced in build 2305.40000.2.0, modifies the way in which local files are accessed by Android applications. Android apps, for instance, can view files saved on your device's internal memory. Pictures taken with an Android device can now be uploaded straight to social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp, etc. This also means that transferring a video to an editing program is a breeze. You can also share files privately by dragging and dropping them from File Explorer to any othe...

This year, earlier on, According to my research, Microsoft will redesign File Explorer. According to my information, this will be the most significant update since Windows 8. Microsoft is adding drag-and-drop support to tabs, a new header menu, a recommended feed, and more to Windows 11, but the interface is not changing drastically. I saw some internal documents and found references to them in Windows 11 preview builds, which formed the basis of our reporting. During a Windows Insider webcast, Microsoft hinted at a major'refresh' to File Explorer by saying the program would be migrated to the WinAppSDK framework in order to gain access to additional application programming interfaces (APIs). The Build 2023 Conference will bring together Microsoft's new, updated File Explorer was recently hinted at in a teaser refresh. We were able to get our hands on a pre-release version of the new File Explorer that looks identical to the demo at the conference, but we have...

The Windows Insider program is now receiving the dark theme for the Paint app in Windows 11. Our article discussed January 2023 will see the release of the MS Paint dark mode. Microsoft has confirmed that its popular canvas app will receive an updated look and new features with the release of Windows 11. Testers in the Windows Insider Program's Dev and Canary channels will soon have access to the revamped Paint app for Windows 11. You won't find the new Paint update in the Microsoft Store if your device is in the production channel. Microsoft wants to hear from beta testers so that it can refine its Paint program. If you can't wait, you can manually update to a new version of Paint with a dark mode and improved zoom controls by following the steps I've highlighted below. You can get the update from the Microsoft Store if you're on the Dev or Canary channel. You can get Paint 11.2304.17.0 from our downloads page if you're running an older...

Native RGB dynamic lighting controls in Windows 11 may soon be available to beta testers. Windows 11 preview builds have shown the native settings page to manage RGB lighting for keyboards, mice, or controllers, but this feature doesn't work and requires extensive configuration. Lighting is a new option in Windows 11's configuration menus. It appears that the new lighting home in Windows 11 will allow you to experiment with more than just RGB controls. Turning on the switch enables dynamic lighting across all supported devices. RGB, which stands for "Red, Green, and Blue," can be managed with a variety of free and open-source programs in Windows. According to Microsoft, these are the "energy and emotion to your PC experience" primary colors that are used to create various shades of light. " data-sizes="(max-width: 1284px) 100vw, 1284px" /> Image courtesy of TheWindowsFan.com's Windows 11 Light Settings. It can be diffic...

In a future update of Windows 11, Microsoft may allow you to disable "Chat," a Microsoft Teams for consumer feature. This change may have been motivated by a desire to head off potential antitrust scrutiny from European Union authorities. The unannounced update has been tucked away in Windows 11 preview builds since May and could soon make its way into production. The new Windows 11 operating system includes a Chat app for communicating with loved ones through Microsoft Teams. At the October 2021 Windows 11 event, chat was announced with much fanfare. This feature is built right into the Windows 11 Shell/taskbar and provides a simple interface, making it easy for anyone to keep in touch with their loved ones when they're not at work. Compared to Meta products like WhatsApp and Facebook, Teams doesn't fare well in the consumer market. Microsoft's attempt to stay current with consumers included Chat, which flopped in the consumer market. Rather than...

The "Chrome Refresh 2023" is a major redesign of Google Chrome for Windows 11, macOS, and other platforms. Canary users are now being given access to Chrome Refresh 2023 via "Google Labs," a new way to test upcoming features that was previously hidden behind experimental flags. What, then, is Chrome's 2023 refresh? Google says they are updating Chrome. Chrome hasn't undergone a major facelift, so the new design is being called a "refresh" by Google's developers and internal flags. The user interface has not changed, so none of your preferred options have been relocated. All of Chrome's visuals have been updated to reflect Google's Material design language. There is no need to worry about any major changes to the user interface in Chrome. Google's kept the same layout, but the right-click menus are bigger, there are more colors, and there's a subtler dark theme. New Chrome home page | Image via TheWindowsFan.com ...