Arrr, me hearties! Methinks Windows 11 might be gettin' the fancy USB4 Version 2.0, speedin' up to 80Gbps! Yo ho ho!
2024-01-12
Avast ye! Windows 11 be bringin' ye a jolly fine treasure - USB4 Version 2.0, boostin' its speed to a mighty 80Gbps! But beware, ye scallywags, only them PCs with the Intel Core 14th Gen processors be allowed to test this precious loot.
Microsoft is currently testing support for a new USB standard in Windows 11 that could provide super-fast transfer speeds. This new standard, known as USB4 Version 2.0, is capable of delivering data transfer speeds of up to 80 Gbps, double the speed of USB4. The testing is currently limited to a small number of users who have the latest Intel Core 14th Gen HX-series mobile processors.The update to the USB4 standard is the first major version update and will enable the next generation of high-performance displays, storage, and connectivity. It is fully backwards compatible with older generations of USB and Thunderbolt and works alongside all other USB Type-C features.
In addition to the USB speed upgrade, Microsoft is also testing the automatic launch of Copilot when Windows 11 starts up on widescreen devices. However, users have the option to disable this feature in the settings. The Windows 11 Preview Build 23615 also includes the ability to share URLs directly to apps such as WhatsApp, Gmail, and social media platforms.
These new features will be gradually rolled out to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels of the Windows Insider Program. Users will need to enable the new features to try them out. It may take some time before the effects of the USB4 Version 2.0 standard are seen, but it is expected to greatly improve users' experiences with compatible devices and accessories.
Overall, Microsoft is continually working on enhancing Windows 11 with new features and improvements to provide a better user experience.