Microsoft has decided to remove by default the annoying MSN news feed from Windows 11 widgets. The company, which allowed users to disable this feature over two years ago, will now hide it by default. The goal is to make widgets quieter and less distracting, reducing unexpected alerts and visual interruptions in the operating system.
Internal tests point to a cleaner experience 🧹
The company is testing new default settings that remove the news feed from the widgets panel. According to internal sources, the changes aim to minimize visual noise and unsolicited notifications. This decision comes after years of criticism from users who considered the feed intrusive and irrelevant. Developers have prioritized a more minimalist design, but without completely removing the option to restore the feed for those who want it.
Goodbye to the feed nobody asked for, hello to a emptier desktop 😅
After two years of waiting, Microsoft has discovered that users did not want to read MSN news while trying to open the calculator. The solution has been to hide the feed under the digital rug. Now, widgets will be as quiet as a municipal library on a Monday morning. Of course, if you miss being interrupted by gossip headlines, you can always restore the feature. Nostalgia is free.