A Microsoft announced on Tuesday its newest update Windows 11 which introduces several innovations, including the integration Bing with AI in the taskbar, panel improvements widgetsa new Notepad app with tab support and more.

Parallels Desktop runs Windows 11 on Mac
with M-series processor

What’s New in Windows 11 Microsoft Announced Today

A few days ago, Microsoft began offering the AI-powered Bing search engine to more than 1 million people in 169 countries. As part of the new Windows 11 update, Bing with AI will also be integrated into the search box on the taskbar.

For users who have already had access to Bing with AI capabilities, simply install the Windows 11 update, available starting today, to check out the updated taskbar search box. For those who don’t yet have access to the new Bing, join the waiting list by logging in this link.

The new Bing with built-in AI capabilities
Search on the Windows 11 taskbar
(Reproduction/Microsoft)

Application Link to mobile (Phone link) has been updated and now offers support for iOS devices. Until now, the application only supported Android smartphones, but now iPhone users will also be able to enjoy its benefits. It is important to note that iOS device support is offered as Previewwhich means it is still in testing phase.

Access Messages on iPhone in Windows 11
through an updated version of the Link to Mobile app
(Reproduction/Microsoft)

For Samsung Android smartphone users, an updated version of the Link to Mobile app makes it easier to activate your smartphone as a Wi-Fi hotspot, and also includes a new feature Latest Siteswhich allow users to easily transfer web browsing sessions from their smartphones to Windows 11 PCs.

In October last year, Microsoft introduced a set of technologies Windows Studio Effects in Windows 11 22H2, which uses artificial intelligence to improve the user experience that needs to make video and audio calls on the operating system.

With a new update released today, the operating system will make it easier for users to find and configure settings related to Windows Studio effects that can be configured for communication applications such as Microsoft Teams.

Windows Studio Effect Settings
access from the notification area
(Reproduction/Microsoft)

One of the new features introduced at the initial launch of Windows 11 in 2021 is app integration. Microsoft Teams Chat on the operating system taskbar has been updated with a new update announced today.

Windows 11: Microsoft offered OS
for users with incompatible PCs

Users will now be able to initiate calls faster and be able to watch video before starting a call, Microsoft says. They will also be able to share call links more easily.

Playback/Microsoft

Application Quick Helpsuccessor Remote Assistance Originally introduced with Windows XP in 2001, it has been updated and redesigned. In addition, the process of connecting to a PC asking for help is also faster. Like Remote Assistance, the Quick Assistance app basically allows the user to guest take control of another computer for troubleshooting.

Redesign of the Quick Help app
introduced with the new Windows 11 update
(Reproduction/Microsoft)

For those who use the panel widgetsit has been updated with the new Windows 11 update and can be displayed expanded, with it occupies the entire desktop. Users will also be able to find new widgets such as the Link to Mobile app, Xbox Game Pass, and more.

Widget panel with custom view
advanced included in Windows 11
(Reproduction/Microsoft)

Users using Windows 11 on devices with touch screens, such as tablets and 2-in-1 PCs, will get a new experience with the new Windows 11 update. When a touch screen is detected, the operating system will offer new display options. for the taskbar. For example, it can be displayed more compactly to maximize the usable screen real estate, as shown in the image below:

Taskbar in Windows 11
displayed in compact mode – click image to enlarge
(Reproduction/Microsoft)

In addition, this Windows 11 update introduces support for new gestures for navigating the system, improved handling of organizing open windows, and more.

Application Capture tool or Scissors in the English version has been updated and now allows users to record screen instead of just shooting still images. The application can be quickly opened with the keyboard shortcut Winkey + Shift + S.

Updated Snipping Tool App
with screen recording support
(Reproduction/Fabio Roselin)

Already an application Notebook won guide accompaniment just like it did with File Explorer last October. Users will be able to configure the application so that new documents open in new windows or new tabs:

Playback/Fabio Roselin

Playback/Fabio Roselin

With this new update, Windows 11 has received new accessibility features such as support for new Braille displays such as those developed by HumanWare, improvements to voice access, improvements to Narrator, and more.

Windows 11 laptop users now too offers recommendations related to the use of energywhich should help reduce the impact on battery life:

Playback/Microsoft

Users who use Windows 11 Pro in a corporate environment and access the operating system every day Azure Active Directory (AAD) will have a more personalized start menu search and AI-powered recommendations. This will allow you to quickly find content related to the workspace:

Playback/Microsoft

Finally, Microsoft introduced new Windows 365 app. As a result, users of this enterprise-targeted service will be able to more easily access their cloud PCs. The new app is available for download from by this link.

Cloud PC access with the new Windows 365 app
(Reproduction/Microsoft)

How to get the new Windows 11 update

Microsoft has confirmed in its announcement that interested users will be able to get the new Windows 11 update. starting this Tuesday via Windows Update. In the case of applications, they can be updated from the Microsoft Store. The company indicates that some of the news mentioned above may become available March only with Windows 11 Monthly Security Update.

Mundo Conectado Deal Center: Selection of Discounts and Lowest Prices
Best deals on electronics, cell phones, TVs, soundbars, drones and more

Source: Microsoft

…..