Avast, me hearties! Tired o' Microsoft's shipload o' apps cloggin' Windows 11? Cheer up, for good tidings be upon ye!
2023-08-18
Arr, ye scurvy dogs! Be ye wantin' more hold fer yer treasures and less mess in yer galley? Fear not, for thar be new options sailin' in to rid ye ship of Windows 11's default apps!
Windows 11 is offering users the option to uninstall more default apps in order to streamline the operating system. The latest preview build in the Canary channel allows users to remove the default Photos app, People app, Remote Desktop client, and the Camera app. Cortana can also now be dropped from Windows 11 following its official deprecation. This removal of Cortana is preparing the ground for the arrival of the Windows Copilot AI.Being able to remove these default apps is useful for those who never use them, as it saves storage space and streamlines the system. Additionally, it prevents users from having to scroll through unnecessary programs in the app lists. It is likely that Microsoft will continue to provide users with the choice to uninstall more core apps in the future.
The latest preview build, 25931, mainly focuses on porting over features from the Dev channel. However, there are some interesting tweaks, such as the ability to match the Windows accent color with the RGB lights on attached devices through Dynamic Lighting.
Overall, the ability to remove default apps is a welcome feature for users who want a more personalized and efficient Windows 11 experience. The build also hints at potential updates and improvements to come.