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Microsoft is removing “unnecessary” Copilot buttons from Windows 11 apps like Notepad and Snipping Tool (with similar changes planned for Photos and Widgets), replacing Copilot with a writing-tools menu in Notepad, while the AI features themselves remain available as part of a broader Windows 11 fix.
With roughly 92% of votes counted, state Rep. Margaret Croke leads state Sen. Karina Villa 34.6% to 32.2% in the Illinois Democratic primary for comptroller, while Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim is third at 24% and about 88,000 Chicago mail ballots remain outstanding; results remain too close to call as remaining ballots could shift the outcome, and the winner will face Republican Bryan Drew in November.
Meta Ray-Ban Display’s first major OS update adds a widgets space, a dedicated Calendar app, an Instagram Reels feed upgrade, live captions for calls, and two EMG-controlled minigames (GOAT and 2048), plus a Spotify-powered Soundtrack feature and expanded calendar integration with Google/Outlook, broadening the glasses’ functionality and interactivity.
Microsoft released the Windows 11 optional non-security feature update KB5077241, delivering several quality-of-life enhancements: faster and more reliable wake from sleep, visual and performance tweaks to the sign-in screen, Settings, and Taskbar; a new top-line indicator for Windows Search results; a built-in network speed test accessible from the taskbar; Camera pan/tilt controls in Settings; plus additions like Sysmon integration and a redesigned Widgets panel. The update is optional and will roll out to others with next Patch Tuesday unless installed sooner, and there are no known issues reported yet.
Windows Central previews multiple Windows 11 updates planned for 2026, including Copilot-powered Taskbar search, a modern Run dialog, an Outlook-linked Agenda view on the Taskbar, a full-screen Xbox mode for PCs, and a redesigned Copilot-powered Widgets board with Copilot Discover. Additional AI-driven features include Copilot Actions (agentic Windows), DreamScenes video wallpaper support, and a possible Copilot Chat in File Explorer. Microsoft is also expected to launch two 2026 releases: 26H1 for Snapdragon X2 PCs and 26H2 for all users, with opt-in/disable options via Settings.
iOS 26.2 introduces extensive customization features for lock and home screens, including the liquid glass effect, advanced widget integration, high-quality wallpapers, and accessibility enhancements, allowing users to create highly personalized and visually appealing interfaces.
The article discusses seven features from other smartphones, such as better volume control, Photographic Styles, widget stacks, live media controls, automation, pop-up apps, and gesture controls, that the author wishes Google would incorporate into future Pixel phones to enhance user experience.
The article highlights five essential Apple CarPlay widgets introduced with iOS 26 that enhance the driving experience by providing useful information like calendars, weather, smart home controls, world clocks, and song lyrics, all accessible from the vehicle's infotainment screen.
iOS 26 introduces new customization features for iPhone users, including the ability to make app icons and widgets clear, change their colors, and arrange apps in various patterns, building on the home screen customization options first introduced with iOS 18 in 2024.
Google is rolling out Material 3 Expressive redesigns to various Pixel apps including Weather, My Pixel, Studio, Buds, and VIPs, with notable updates to the Pixel Weather app's interface and widget management, alongside new features in Pixel Tips, Pixel Studio, and other Google apps, enhancing user experience on older Pixel phones.
The iOS 26 public beta introduces new Lock Screen features such as customizable widget placement, an enlarged clock, quicker photo access, 3D Spatial Scenes for compatible photos, and animated album art for Apple Music, enhancing user experience on iPhone.
iOS 26 introduces a redesigned Lock Screen with Liquid Glass aesthetics, customizable clock sizes, new wallpapers, and innovative features like Spatial Scenes that create 3D effects. It also adds a Lock Screen music widget with album art and improved widget placement options, enhancing personalization and visual appeal.
Apple's iOS 26 beta introduces significant updates to CarPlay, including customizable widgets for easier access to time, controls, and notifications, a new Liquid Glass interface for better visual layering, tapbacks for quick messaging responses, and Live Activities for real-time updates, addressing many user frustrations with current car interfaces.
iOS 26 introduces several new Lock Screen features including customizable widget placement, an expandable clock, quicker photo access, the ability to convert 2D photos into 3D Spatial Scenes, and animated album art for a more immersive music experience, all aimed at enhancing user personalization and interaction.
Apple announced significant updates to CarPlay with iOS 26, introducing new features like Widgets and Live Actions for real-time updates, along with a redesigned 'Liquid Glass' interface that offers a more modern look and less intrusive notifications, enhancing the overall user experience without altering vehicle controls.