➀ Windows 11 introduces controller navigation for the on-screen keyboard, benefiting PC gaming handhelds; ➁ The update adds convenient shortcuts and vertical key alignment; ➂ This feature is a step towards better compatibility with PC gaming handhelds and may hint at more features to come.
Recent #Windows 11 news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Microsoft has made it easier to manage ads in Windows 11; ➁ The update involves a new 'Recommendation & Offers' page in the Settings app; ➂ The change aims to provide clearer options for users to control personalized ads and recommendations.
➀ Microsoft introduces 'intelligent media search' in Windows 11 Insider Preview; ➁ Feature scans and transcribes media files for spoken word search; ➂ Currently unavailable for testing, future release expected.
➀ AMD's Zen 4 and Zen 5 processors see performance boosts with Windows 11 24H2 update; ➁ Ryzen 7 7700X sees a 10% performance increase, while Ryzen 7 9700X sees an 11% increase; ➂ AMD's Ryzen 9000 series CPUs now meet expected performance levels with the update.
➀ AMD explains the performance discrepancy between its internal benchmarks and reviewer data for Zen 5 processors. ➁ A new Windows 11 update is expected to boost gaming performance on AMD's Zen 5 processors. ➂ AMD uses specific configurations and Admin mode in its testing, which differs from typical reviewer setups.
1. Windows 11 23H2 includes a hidden feature to force stop apps from the taskbar; 2. Enable this feature in Settings > System > Developer options; 3. Right-clicking on a taskbar app icon now offers a 'Force Stop Task' option for quick app termination.
1. OneDrive's backup feature automatically syncs certain folders to the cloud, causing issues for free plan users with limited storage; 2. Users can choose to purchase a paid plan, disable backup while keeping OneDrive active, or stop using OneDrive altogether; 3. Initial setup options and the complexities of managing local and cloud files are discussed.
1. Microsoft has enabled automatic OneDrive folder backup without user consent in Windows 11. 2. This change affects folders like Desktop, Pictures, Documents, Music, and Videos. 3. Users can disable this feature through OneDrive settings.
1. Microsoft has implemented automatic OneDrive folder backup activation during fresh Windows 11 installs. 2. This change affects folders like Pictures, Videos, Documents, and Desktop, syncing them to the cloud without explicit user consent. 3. Users can disable or uninstall OneDrive, but the default activation might push more users into using OneDrive cloud sync.
1. Microsoft has removed the guide on how to switch from a Microsoft account to a local account on its Windows 11 support page. 2. The move suggests a push towards requiring all Windows users to have a Microsoft account. 3. Users can still switch to a local account through the 'Accounts - Your info' settings, but the process is less straightforward.
1. Microsoft introduces the Phone Link app in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.3790, allowing users to control their smartphones from their PC. 2. The app currently supports Android devices and is working on iPhone compatibility. 3. Features include sending/receiving messages, making calls, accessing photos, and checking battery life, aiming to provide 'continuity' between devices.
➀ Windows 10 will stop receiving free security updates in October 2025;
➁ Many PCs cannot run Windows 11 due to hardware requirements;
➂ Charities face the challenge of what to do with these PCs, considering security risks and the need for user-friendly systems.
➀ This article describes how to install Windows 11 on a Raspberry Pi 5 using Botspot Virtual Machine (BVM).
➁ The process involves cloning a git repository, creating a VM configuration file, downloading Windows 11, and setting up the environment.
➂ The article also covers enabling USB device passthrough and mounting the Windows 11 VM as a drive on the host OS.
➀ Microsoft has published the CPU support lists for Windows 11 version 24H2, omitting Intel's 8th, 9th, and 10th Gen processors from official support.
➁ The decision may be linked to Intel's shift to a legacy support model for 7th-10th Gen iGPUs in December 2024.
➂ AMD Ryzen 8000 chips are added to the support list for the first time.
➀ Microsoft has removed instructions for installing Windows 11 on older PCs that don't meet hardware requirements; ➁ The company is pushing users to upgrade to new PCs running Windows 11; ➂ The removal of instructions coincides with the end of free support for Windows 10.
➀ Windows 11's market share has reached a new high of 36.65%, surpassing the previous peak of 35.58% in October 2024; ➁ The increase is attributed to Microsoft's push for users to upgrade to Windows 11 as Windows 10 nears the end of its support; ➂ Despite Windows 10's impending retirement, Microsoft continues to release new features for the OS.
➀ Qualcomm Technologies has unveiled the Snapdragon X, a new SoC designed for AI-enabled laptops and compact desktops, priced starting at $600.
➁ The Snapdragon X boasts advanced CPU and GPU capabilities, along with dedicated AI acceleration, aiming to make powerful computing more accessible.
➂ It is expected to power Windows 11 laptops and mini desktops from manufacturers like Acer, Asus, Dell Technologies, HP, and Lenovo.
➀ Microsoft is pushing Windows users to switch to Edge, emphasizing security benefits; ➁ The company is using pop-ups to nag users who have set a different default browser; ➂ Users can use third-party applications to disable these pop-ups.
➀ The latest Windows 11 24H2 update is causing game crashes for gamers due to the Auto HDR feature; ➁ Affected games include Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, and Need for Speed Unbound; ➂ Microsoft acknowledges the issue and is working on a fix, while suggesting users disable Auto HDR or avoid the update.
➀ Microsoft has eliminated any hopes of relaxing hardware requirements for Windows 11, reaffirming its commitment to TPM 2.0 as a 'non-negotiable' standard for the operating system; ➁ Users with older PCs lacking TPM 2.0 will need to upgrade their hardware to run Windows 11; ➂ Microsoft justifies the TPM 2.0 requirement by highlighting its role in enhancing security features.