Microsoft finally fixes the Windows 11 Widgets and makes them far less distracting

Microsoft is shipping a "quiet by default" Widgets overhaul, and the sheer number of things being turned off says a lot.

Windows 11 gets better widgets, new Screen Tint feature, and more in the latest build

Two new Windows 11 Beta builds are now out, and they are full of new features, including some long-requested improvements.
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Microsoft gives Windows 11’s Widgets panel a much-needed makeover

Microsoft is giving the Widgets panel in Windows 11 a major facelift with the Windows 11 25H2 update, reports Windows Latest. The new version of the Discover feed now has a more modern look with ...
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Microsoft admits Windows 11 widgets are 'distracting and overwhelming,' announces fixes1 1

When Microsoft introduced Windows 11 Widgets in 2021, the idea was to give users quick access to glanceable information about weather, calendar events, stocks, etc. However, the implementation turned ...

Microsoft Build highlights AI but ignores the Windows 11 widgets panel

Microsoft highlighted AI agents and native apps at Build, but the Windows 11 Widgets panel saw no improvements and still ...

Microsoft Reportedly Working on Shared Audio Feature on Windows 11 Alongside Tweaked Widgets

Microsoft is also said to be continuing work on migrating parts of the Windows 11 interface to a newer WinUI-based ...
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The Future of Windows 11 Is Already Here: 9 Insider Features You Need to See

You don't have to wait for the next big update—these Windows 11 changes are already being tested in Insider builds right now.