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Microsoft has started testing a Windows 11 build with a "modernised" Explorer interface that now includes RGB lighting controls. The updated File Explorer interface has a modern, homely look with large file thumbnails and a carousel interface that displays the latest files added to your favourites.
The Windows for Android subsystem that allows you to run some of your apps directly on Windows 11, while constantly improving, isn't perfect. A recent forum post from the WSA team revealed that Android apps on Windows 11 now have access to local file sharing, allowing users to upload photos and videos through certain apps.
Microsoft has decided to force an upgrade of Windows 10 21H2 to version 22H2. The operating system update will be released shortly.
During the presentation of the ROG Ally portable gaming PC from Asus, Roanne Sones, Head of Xbox Devices, discussed how the new device "redefines the Windows PC gaming experience". In particular, she mentioned that modern consoles allow you to instantly return to the game after a break, and ROG Ally encourages Microsoft to think about implementing a similar feature in Windows.
Microsoft has discontinued all editions of Windows 10 20H2. This version of the operating system was introduced in mid-autumn 2020.
Microsoft has made another attempt to encourage users to upgrade to the Windows 11 operating system. The company has stated that the upcoming update will be the last major update for Windows 10.
Microsoft has started testing File Recommendations in the standard Windows Explorer. The feature does exactly what its name suggests - when you switch to the home tab, it shows certain files you might want to open at the top. The feature is currently in very early stages.
Windows 11 is coming with an updated volume mixer that allows you to individually control audio input and output directly from the taskbar. The updated mixer was introduced in the preview build 25309, which is now rolling out to Windows Insider Dev members.
In addition to the updated Bing search in the taskbar, the latest Windows 11 update also brings an update to the Phone Link app, which now lets you send messages to iMessage.
Is Microsoft already planning Windows 12? This conclusion can be drawn from the recent leak of information about Intel's Meteor Lake desktop platform, published by the informant @leaf_boy.
Microsoft has once again started sending out notifications to users with an offer to upgrade to Windows 11. Even to users whose devices do not meet the system requirements of the operating system.
Microsoft is working on integrating support for RGB accessories for PC gaming into Windows 11. Windows Lighting will include the ability for PC gamers to customise RGB lighting accessories without installing third-party software.
If you're still using Chrome on old Windows 7 hardware, you have another reason to upgrade - you won't get any more Chrome updates.
One of the first third-party widgets for Windows 11 may be Messenger by Meta. On Wednesday, Microsoft announced that a preview version of the app is now available in the Microsoft Store with support for widgets that allow you to view your latest messages directly from the Windows panel.
It has been reported that Microsoft is working on a major update to Windows Explorer that will change its design and bring new features, such as deeper integration with Microsoft 365 and OneDrive.
