Media Controls
The latest Media Controls coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
FluentFlyout: The Open-Source Media Flyout Windows 11 Should Have Had
When you press the media keys on your Windows 11 keyboard, you're greeted with a functional but dated media flyout that feels like a relic from earlier Windows versions. This disconnect between...
Tech Writer Abandons Windows 11 Start Menu for Flow Launcher, Citing Speed and Plugin Power
A MakeUseOf tech writer has publicly ditched the Windows 11 Start menu for Flow Launcher, an open-source, keyboard-first app launcher, reigniting a debate over how Windows should serve power users....
Microsoft Edge 138: AI-Powered Browsing and Copilot Integration Redefine Web Navigation
Microsoft Edge 138 has arrived, marking a significant leap forward in AI-driven browsing experiences. The latest stable release integrates Microsoft's Copilot more deeply than ever before,...
Microsoft Edge 138 Beta: AI, Media Control & Privacy Upgrades Explained
Microsoft Edge 138 Beta marks another leap forward in browser innovation, blending AI-powered productivity with refined privacy controls. The latest beta release introduces Copilot-driven...
5 Home Assistant Automations for Circadian Lighting, Climate Control & More
Home Assistant has revolutionized smart home automation by offering unparalleled flexibility and control over connected devices. Unlike proprietary ecosystems, this open-source platform empowers...
Edge’s 2025 Global Media Controls centralize playback across all tabs and devices
Microsoft Edge continues to push the boundaries of browser innovation with its latest feature—Global Media Controls (GMC). This powerful addition, set to fully roll out in 2025, promises to...
Microsoft Edge Enhances Media Playback with Native Controls & Picture-in-Picture Features
Microsoft Edge continues to push the boundaries of user experience with its latest updates, introducing native media controls and Picture-in-Picture (PiP) functionality for seamless playback. These...
CD2WAV32 Returns: The Ultimate Windows 11 Audio CD Ripper for Nostalgic Users
In an era where streaming dominates, the unexpected revival of CD2WAV32—a beloved Windows 95/98-era audio extraction tool—has sparked excitement among audiophiles and digital archivists. This...
Windows 11 Build 27718 Preview: AI Foundations & Performance Tradeoffs
The hum of anticipation among Windows Insiders reached a fever pitch as Microsoft rolled out Build 27718, the latest preview of what could become Windows 11's most ambitious update yet. This release,...
Windows 11 Canary Build 27718: Quick Settings Media Controls Now Persist Even Without Playback
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Canary Build 27718, introducing several noteworthy improvements to media controls, pinned apps, and taskbar navigation. This latest Insider Preview release...
Windows 11 KB5043145 Update: AI Enhancements, Interface Refinements & Performance Tweaks
Microsoft's latest preview update for Windows 11, KB5043145, introduces a suite of user-facing enhancements that refine daily computing experiences while quietly advancing the operating system's AI...
Windows 11 KB5043145 Update: Taskbar Upgrades, Performance Tweaks & More
The hum of your PC might just get a little quieter, and your workflow a lot smoother, with the arrival of Windows 11's KB5043145 update—a feature-packed release that touches everything from the...