Microsoft tests Windows Search without all the ads and fluff
Microsoft has introduced a streamlined, ad-free Windows 11 search interface designed to offer a faster and cleaner user experience.
Quick answers
What changes were made to Windows Search?
The update removes MSN tiles, advertisements, and trivia to provide a cleaner and faster interface.
Which operating system is receiving this update?
The search overhaul is being tested on Windows 11.
Is the search update officially released?
Microsoft is currently testing the new interface; coverage does not yet specify a date for a full public rollout.
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Microsoft has begun testing a significant overhaul of the Windows Search feature on Windows 11. The update focuses on removing MSN tiles, trivia, and advertisements that previously cluttered the interface.
Coverage from outlets including The Verge, ZDNET, and PCWorld emphasizes the removal of promotional content. Future developments remain dependent on further testing results.
Coverage does not yet specify a release date for the final version of the search interface.
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