Microsoft has made major design changes in the Windows 11 operating system, from program icons to the taskbar. It also renewed the user interface, giving it a more modern look compared to Windows 10. But design was not the only innovation that Windows 11 introduced into users’ lives. The company also updates system applications one by one.
At the beginning of renewed applications ‘Photos’ is coming. In October, Microsoft added Defender to the list of applications that it revised to be compatible with the design language of Windows 11. It turned out that the target of the US company this time is the media player. The first images of the renewed Windows Media Player were shared online.
Microsoft speeds up Windows 11 upgrades!
Microsoft has decided to accelerate the extensive updates for Windows 11, which was released to users all over the world last October.
Windows 11’s media player can play audio and video
The new media player is available to those who signed up for the Windows 11 Insiders program via Dev Channel. Just like other applications from Microsoft, the redesigned Media Player is compatible with the user interface of Windows 11. Supporting both audio files and videos, the player will replace Groove Music and the classic Windows Media Player.
Dave Grochocki, Senior Program Manager, working in the team responsible for Windows applications, said about the new application, “At the heart of Media Player. quickly allows you to browse and play music, as well as create and manage playlists. a full-fledged music library exists.” made the statement.
The new Media Player app will feature album artwork and artists’ photos. These images will be supported in both full screen and mini player option. According to Grochocki’s description, all content in the music and video folders on your computer it will automatically reflect in your library. You will also be able to assign additional folders to the application.
The legacy Windows Media Player will continue to be available in Windows Tools. But Microsoft is now using the Windows 11 operating system. default player will set the new application as It is anticipated that the old Media Player may be completely retired in the future.
By killing Internet Explorer, one of the most used browsers of the period, Microsoft turned its focus completely to Edge. There is a possibility that Media Player may suffer the same fate as IE.