Microsoft plans to implement the ability to pin Widgets to the desktop in Windows 11. This feature is currently being tested internally and is expected to be rolled out to Insiders in the near future. The ability to pin widgets to the desktop would allow users to keep important information and frequently used features easily accessible without having to open an app or navigate to a specific page.
Hidden features in Windows Build 23451 (Dev)
Windows Build 23451, released today to Insiders in the Dev channel, includes several new features that aren't enabled by default. Microsoft rolls out some of them gradually, so a number lucky Insiders see them after upgrading to this build. But other features aren't available to anyone. Here's what you can enable manually in Windows 11 Build 23451.
Google Chrome 113: WebGPU support, translate selected text, 15 security fixes
On May 3, Google released Chrome 113 to the stable branch. This update includes both security fixes, addressing 15 distinct vulnerabilities, and new features.
Windows 11 Build 22624.1690 (Beta) adds Facebook widget, notification badges in Settings
The Beta channel of the Windows Insider program has received two builds,. Windows 11 Build 22624.1690 comes with new features, including a new third-party widget "Facebook", an extra 2FA detection template, and more. Windows 11 Build 22621.1690 doesn't expose the new features.
Windows Build 23451 (Dev) updates File Explorer, Windows Spotlight, Widgets, and Start menu
new release for the Dev channel, Windows Build 23451, includes a number of new features. You will find a modernized "Details" pane in File Explorer, an improved UI for Windows Spotlight, a new Facebook widget along with the new widget picker and animated widget icons in the taskbar, and much more.
Windows 11 Build 25357 (Canary) adds a new Facebook widget
Microsoft today released Windows 11 Build 25357 to Insiders in the Canary channel. It belongs to the ZN_RELEASE branch, which is ahead of the upcoming stable Windows 11 release. It includes a new Facebook widget, and an updated Volume mixer.
Photos app has got new Slideshow experience, adds Timeline scrollbar and Spot fix
Microsoft is rolling out a major update to the inbox Photos app on Windows 11. It has received several improvements, including a new Slideshow experience. Also, Microsoft has restored much requested features, Time Scrollbar and Spot Fix. All the changes are already available in Photos 2023.11050.2013.0 in the Dev and Canary channels for Insiders.
Bing Chat is now in public testing, third-party plugin support is coming
Microsoft has recently announced some significant changes for their Bing Chat, which is based on ChatGPT. The updated version of Bing is now available in Open Preview and no longer requires a waitlist, making it easier for everyone to try the new Bing and Edge. All you need to do is sign in to Bing with your Microsoft Account to access the new features.
Microsoft forces links in Teams and Outlook to be open in Edge
An announcement in Microsoft 365 Message Center reveals a change to how Teams and Outlook will now open web links. If an URL received in Outlook and Teams for Windows apps points to web resources from Azure Active Directory (AAD) and Microsoft accounts (MSA), then it will be forced to open in Microsoft Edge.
You can now sign up for Known Issue Email Alerts for Windows updates
Microsoft has announced a new feature that allows users to sign up for email alerts regarding known issues with Windows updates. This feature is designed to keep system admins and IT pros informed of any known issues and provide them with a solution or workaround to resolve the issue.
