Avast ye! Microsoft be halting their strange QR code advertisement for Copilot after provoking mad fury among the masses.
2024-03-08
Arrr, ye scallywags at Microsoft be givin' up on them fancy QR code ads on the lock screen, at least fer now. Guess they be realizin' it be more annoyin' than a scurvy pirate with a peg leg! Aye, smart move, ye landlubbers!
In recent days, some Windows 11 (and Windows 10) users were startled by a QR code-powered advert appearing on their PC lock screens. This ad led them to the Copilot AI promotion, causing dissatisfaction among users. The Reddit thread highlighted by Windows Latest showcased the displeasure of Windows users over the intrusive ad placement.Microsoft has since paused this experiment, acknowledging the negative feedback. While the company claims it was an educational notification, users found it cumbersome and irritating. The decision to test this on finished Windows versions rather than in testing channels added salt to the wound.Moreover, the QR code's implementation was wonky, with some users mistaking it for a bug due to its awkward placement. Microsoft's unclear stance on the future of QR ads further fueled frustration among users.To disable these lock screen suggestions, users can navigate to Settings and personalize their lock screen preferences. By turning off the 'Get fun facts' option, they can avoid encountering such ads in the future. This incident adds to Microsoft's recent controversial moves aimed at driving Windows 11 adoption, leaving users questioning the company's tactics and user experience priorities.