Windows 11’s Battery Glow-Up: A Bright Idea or Just More Ad Gimmicks?
Windows 11 taskbar is testing a new battery feature that changes the icon color to indicate battery status and shows the percentage directly. While this enhancement is handy, brace yourself for more Xbox Game Pass ads in your Windows 11 settings. Because who doesn’t love a little marketing surprise while checking their battery life?
Hot Take:
Microsoft is like that friend who gives you a handy new gadget but also insists on showing you their vacation slides – meet the new Windows 11 battery feature and its sidekick, Xbox ads! It seems like the tech giant wants to make sure you never run out of battery or entertainment options, whether you need them or not.
Key Points:
– Windows 11 is testing a new taskbar feature to show battery percentage and color-coded battery icons.
– The feature is part of the Windows 11 24H2 Build 26120.3000, currently in the Dev Channel.
– New Energy Saver options allow users to adjust battery level thresholds.
– Microsoft is also introducing more Xbox Game Pass promotional ads in Windows 11 settings.
– These features are in testing with the Windows Insider Program and will roll out in the coming months.