Windows 11 24H2 is finally here and Microsoft's calling it a 'full OS swap', it's just a shame the new Windows update still has Recall
Microsoft's been busy. As has the rest of the tech industry, seemingly. I leave the room for what feels like one second and everything's «AI this» and «AI that». Now, Microsoft's rolling out what it's calling a «full operating system (OS) swap» that seems at pains to pave the way for AI.
Yes, Windows 11 24H2 is finally here—at least for those included in the first update roll-out segment—and it has some surprisingly neat features. I say «surprisingly» because all that Windows Recall talk had truly put me off 24H2 and its many pre-release Insider Preview builds. And because it seems to be a little buggy (via Windows Latest)
Despite this, the new Windows 11 version does indeed have some pretty cool features—though whether this justifies the «full OS swap» designation is questionable. Here are a few of my favourite features included in the update:
This last one, in particular, is a breath of fresh air for hardware nerds like me. And I'm someone who was, until pretty recently and much to the annoyance of the other hardware folk here at PC Gamer, entirely on the «MHz» bandwagon. But it's incorrect, okay? If I've accepted it, you can too.
Although it isn't what I care about with the update, this supposed «full OS swap» seems to be primarily about AI, as Microsoft kicks off its exposition by saying it «contains new foundational elements required to deliver transformational AI experiences and exceptional performance.»
Microsoft does also state that it's about «enhancing connectivity with the introduction of Wi-Fi 7, boosting productivity with new quick settings, and improving accessibility with advanced assistive hearing devices support. Plus, it introduces energy-saving features that extend battery life and reduce energy consumption.» So not all AI.
No mention of the MT/s thing, though. That's buried down in the update note weeds. Bummer.
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