How come Xiaomi has so many different devices? In the world of technology, few companies have managed to create as impactful and expansive an ecosystem as Xiaomi. What started as a smartphone-focused startup has evolved into a sprawling network of products, services, and partnerships that touch nearly every aspect of daily life. At the heart of this success lies a brilliant strategy rooted in simplicity, scalability, and user-centric design. Let’s dive into how Xiaomi achieved this feat and what lessons we can learn from their approach.
Build 2025: Microsoft 365 Copilot Update with GPT-4o Image Generation and AI Agents
At the Build 2025 conference, Microsoft announced a series of updates to its Microsoft 365 Copilot assistant as part of the second wave of enhancements - Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2. These updates aim to refine user interaction with AI tools and expand the capabilities of the platform. While some features are already accessible to users, others will roll out in the coming weeks.
Major Enhancements to the Microsoft Store Announced at Build 2025
At its annual developer conference, Build 2025, Microsoft unveiled a series of significant updates to the Microsoft Store. Among the key announcements was the elimination of registration fees for individual developers, marking a pivotal step in reducing barriers to entry for creators worldwide.
Microsoft Edge Gets Several AI-powered Features
At Build 2025, Microsoft unveiled a series of updates and innovations for Microsoft Edge, focusing on enhanced AI capabilities, user convenience, and enterprise-grade security. These developments aim to empower developers, streamline workflows, and provide robust protections for organizations.
Enable Text Extraction Keyboard Shortcut in Snipping Tool
Recently, Microsoft added a Text Extraction feature in the Snipping Tool, designed to streamline the process of recognizing and copying text directly from your screen to the clipboard. This eliminates the need to take a screenshot before extracting text, saving time and effort. To save your time, Dev and Beta channel releases now include a Win + Shift + T hotkey, which launches the Text Extraction tool directly. However, it is a gradual roll-out, so not everyone is seeing it. But you can enable it immediately using the ViveTool utility. Here's a guide on how to enable it ahead of the gradual roll-out.
Enable Image Compression in Share Dialog on Windows 11
Microsoft has introduced an updated Share window feature that allows users to select image compression levels when sharing files. Instead of the previous 0-100 scale, the new interface provides three straightforward options: High Quality , Medium Quality , and Low Quality . However, this feature maybe not enabled by default, as it is a gradual roll-out. In this case it requires manual activation using the ViveTool utility. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you enable and use this enhanced functionality.
How to Enable Text Descriptions for Accessibility in Quick Settings
Windows 11 continues to evolve with new features designed to enhance accessibility and user experience. One such feature is the addition of text descriptions for assistive technologies like Narrator, Voice Access, and others in the Quick Actions window. These descriptions make it easier for users to locate and utilize these tools, improving accessibility and usability.
How to Enable AI Actions in File Explorer
AI Actions in File Explorer is a new feature in latest Dev and Beta insider builds, but are a gradual roll-out. You can enable them with ViVeTool. It allows users to interact more deeply with their files without leaving their workflow. AI Actions use artificial intelligence to perform tasks like editing images, summarizing documents, and more - everything directly from the context menu. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you enable them right now, without waiting for the gradual rollout wave to reach your PC.
Windows 11 Build 26120.4151 (Beta) improves Widgets, File Explorer, Snipping Tool, and much more
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26120.4151 (KB5058486, version 24H2) to Windows Insider program participants in the Beta channel. As a reminder, 22635.5305 was the last build of Windows 11 version 23H2 for the Beta channel. With today's build, all Insiders will be automatically updated to Windows 11 version 24H2.
Windows 11 Build 26200.5603 (Dev) adds AI actions to File Explorer
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26200.5603 (KB5058488), to Windows Insiders in the Dev channel. It includes improvements to File Explorer, Copilot, Widgets, and much more. The change log is pretty huge.
