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technology1 month ago•110 min saved

Five major Windows 11 upgrades speed up Microsoft’s repair of the OS

Windows Central reports that Microsoft is rolling out five major Windows 11 improvements this year as part of its Windows K2 effort: smarter Windows Update that batches driver/framework/security updates and lets users restart only once a month (with a postponable restart option); fewer ads and AI prompts across Widgets, Search, and the Start menu; a trimming of Copilot UI to fewer surfaces; notable performance boosts via a new Low Latency Profile and System Composer to reduce latency and memory use; and a more customizable Start/Taskbar with repositioning and the ability to hide certain sections. Some changes are shipping now or in preview, with Microsoft aiming to bring most updates by the end of 2026 (some possibly in 2027).

via Windows Central|

#copilot #start-menu #technology

technology1 month ago•10 min saved

Microsoft targets lighter Windows 11 RAM use on 8GB PCs by end of 2026

Microsoft has officially announced a memory-optimization initiative for Windows 11 aimed at 8GB RAM PCs and above, with the goal of reducing the OS’s memory footprint and delivering a faster, more responsive experience by the end of 2026. The effort addresses high RAM usage from WebView2 and Electron-based components and includes moving more UI to WinUI to cut memory demands, with Insider builds rolling out first and a staged global rollout to follow. While this should make 8GB machines usable for everyday tasks and improve gaming and battery life, 16GB systems may still be recommended for AI workloads in the near future.

via Windows Latest|

#8gb-ram #memory-optimization #technology

technology1 month ago•9 min saved

Microsoft commits to a quality-first Windows 11 refresh in 2026

Microsoft says it will invest in Windows 11’s quality and fundamentals as part of a major 2026 refresh, targeting better performance on low-RAM PCs, a streamlined update experience, and a WinUI-based UI overhaul, with fixes already rolling out to Insiders and more planned throughout the year—even as Windows OEM revenue is expected to decline.

via Windows Latest|

#microsoft #nadella #technology

technology3 months ago•9 min saved

Microsoft backs WinUI for Windows 11 native apps at Build 2026

At Build 2026, Microsoft signaled a shift toward native Windows 11 apps by doubling down on WinUI, forming a dedicated team, and planning to rewrite key UI components in native code while de-emphasizing web-based approaches. The company aims to fix WinUI gaps, improve performance and memory use, and reduce tearing, with upcoming enterprise features like DataGrid and Charting, plus AI-assisted development workflows to encourage developers to build modern Windows apps using WinUI rather than web frameworks.

via Windows Latest|

#build-2026 #native-apps #technology

technology4 months ago•4 min saved

Microsoft bets on native Windows 11 to win back fans

Microsoft is refocusing Windows 11 on fundamentals—speed, quality, and a native-first UX—after acknowledging user friction and ads in setup. Satya Nadella pledges to win back fans, while internal teams push to move away from web wrappers toward native WinUI experiences, start menu improvements, and faster, leaner updates. The plan aims to reduce RAM usage, unify the ecosystem around 100% native apps, and position Windows as a base for on-device AI, with 1.6 billion active Windows devices and an ongoing rollout of 18+ improvements in 2026.

via TechSpot|

#native-apps #net-native-aot #performance

technology4 months ago•7 min saved

Microsoft hints at more Start menu customization for Windows 11

Microsoft says it’s working on additional Start menu customization options for Windows 11 after user feedback criticized the current Categories layout. The changes are expected to be incremental rather than a full redesign, with potential new controls over categorization and maybe a resize option, and are accompanied by moving the Start menu to WinUI to improve performance; rollout timing isn’t disclosed.

via Windows Latest|

#customization #microsoft #start-menu

technology5 months ago•2 min saved

Microsoft bets on fully native Windows 11 apps with a dedicated native-first team

Microsoft is forming a new team led by Rudy Huyn to develop Windows 11 apps that are 100% native, moving away from web-based wrappers and PWAs. The shift aims to improve performance and UI consistency as part of a broader Windows 11 update focused on faster File Explorer launches, quicker context menus, and a redesigned Start menu and taskbar. Details on which apps will be rebuilt and how strictly “100% native” will be enforced remain forthcoming.

via TechSpot|

#microsoft #native-apps #technology

technology5 months ago•5 min saved

Microsoft bets on 100% native Windows 11 apps with new team

Microsoft says Windows 11 will get 100% native apps and is forming a dedicated team to build them, potentially using WinUI and moving away from web-based components. The update rollout will also include OS improvements like faster context menus, quicker File Explorer, and a WinUI-based Start menu with a movable/resizeable taskbar. It’s unclear whether all future apps will be fully WinUI-native or if existing web apps will be migrated, and some developers question the 100% native claim as current apps often mix WebView components.

via Windows Latest|

#microsoft #native-apps #pwas