Some Reddit users have recently observed that subscribing to YouTube Premium does not completely eliminate ads. Google explains that the subscription ensures no ads appear at the beginning or end of videos and prevents interruptions by advertising inserts.
The new Outlook app may send Gmail and IMAP data to Microsoft
The latest Outlook app for Windows 10/11 can send non-Microsoft account data, such as Gmail or Yahoo, to Microsoft servers. The app prompts to enable data transfer the Microsoft's cloud when you are adding a new non-Microsoft account.
Microsoft Edge to get real-time video translation feature
Microsoft Edge will soon get a new feature that can translate videos on the fly. An option for that is already available to select Insiders, showing English, French, Spanish, and Russian as supported languages. In Edge Canary there is a new "Translate" button that appears when you hover over a video.
Windows 11 and Windows 10 Patch Tuesday Updates, November 14, 2023
The monthly cumulative updates have been released by Microsoft for all currently supported Windows 11/10 systems. These updates primarily focus on fixing any identified errors and addressing vulnerabilities rather than introducing new features. Users can already get them from the Windows Update.
The Photos app update now allows you remove and replace the image background
Microsoft has released an update to the test version of the Photos app that allows you to remove and replace the background. Starting with the just-released version 2023.11110.8002.0, the app includes a new toolbar button for that.
Play Something is a new YouTube feature to randomly play content
Reports on the Internet indicate that YouTube is currently testing a new feature called the Play something button. It allows users to randomly play content when they are unsure of what to watch on the platform.
Microsoft Edge can now magnify images on the web
Microsoft has added a new feature to Edge that allows you to right-click on an image on the website, select Magnify image, and view it in a bigger size. Images that fit the screen you will see full-size.
Microsoft has disabled the annoying OneDrive exit confirmation
Following negative customer feedback, Microsoft has decided to revert the OneDrive exit confirmation. It was asking Windows 10/11 users why they quit the OneDrive app.
YouTube introduces AI-powered comment summary for long threads
YouTube has revealed that it is currently testing two innovative artificial intelligence functionalities with the aim of enhancing the YouTube viewing experience. Initially, these features will only be available to a select group of users.
Windows 11 allows moving Copilot to the system tray
Microsoft is testing a new feature for the Copilot. It can now be moved to the system tray. In this case, the taskbar button will disappear, and the Copilot icon will become the first button at the right screen edge. Clicking it will open the same sidebar, i.e. visually there will be no other changes.
