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Microsoft's DirectSR: Simplifying Upscaling for Windows 11 and Beyond

Microsoft's DirectSR: Simplifying Upscaling for Windows 11 and Beyond

TL;DR Microsoft introduces DirectSR, an upscaler for Windows 11 to compete with AMD FSR and NVIDIA DLSS. It aims to simplify super resolution support for game developers. While NVIDIA's DLSS is ahead, DirectSR may become a key feature on Xbox consoles. Its quality and implementation remain uncertain. Windows 11

Windows 11 23H2 Moment 5 Update Expected in February 2024

Windows 11 23H2 Moment 5 Update Expected in February 2024

TL;DR Microsoft is expected to release the Windows 11 23H2 Moment 5 update in February 2024. HP's documentation for its upcoming PCs mentions that Windows 11 version 24H2 will bring support for Wi-Fi 7 (802.11BE). Dell XPS marketing and tech specs documents claim that Wi-Fi 7 (802.11BE)

Microsoft's Moments 5 update for Windows 11 23H2 expected to be released on Patchday in April 2024

Microsoft's Moments 5 update for Windows 11 23H2 expected to be released on Patchday in April 2024

TL;DR Microsoft is developing new features for Windows 11 that will be released as a feature drop update in spring 2024. The Moments 5 update for Windows 11 23H2 is expected to be released on Patchday in April 2024. The update is expected to be completed in February 2024

Windows 11 24H2 is required for Wi-Fi 7, not version 24H1

Windows 11 24H2 is required for Wi-Fi 7, not version 24H1

TL;DR Dell's slide previously stated that Windows 11 24H1 was necessary for Wi-Fi 7, but it has now been clarified that this was a typo. The correct version of the operating system needed for Wi-Fi 7 is Windows 11 24H2. Microsoft has confirmed that there is no '24H1' release

Microsoft tests having Copilot launch automatically at startup on Windows 11 PCs with wide screens

Microsoft tests having Copilot launch automatically at startup on Windows 11 PCs with wide screens

TL;DR Microsoft is testing a controversial change that will see the Windows Copilot interface automatically launch upon boot on PCs with wide screens. The company says it's "trying out" this behavior in the latest build, meaning it isn't guaranteed to ship. If it does ship, users will have the

Microsoft might add Copilot to File Explorer's context menus in Windows 11

Microsoft might add Copilot to File Explorer's context menus in Windows 11

The Windows developer team has released two new builds to test, one in the Dev Channel and one in the Canary Channel. Both builds contain a code change suggesting that Copilot might show up in more areas across the operating system. Windows 11 users can access Copilot by pressing its

Windows 11 version 24H1 is coming April 2024, at least according to Dell

Windows 11 version 24H1 is coming April 2024, at least according to Dell

The next feature update for Windows 11 is expected to be released in Spring 2024 with a heavy focus on AI. Dell's promo materials might give us a clue about the release date. Dell's new XPS laptops support Wi-Fi 7, which requires Windows 11 version 24H1. This version is expected