Recent rumors suggested that Windows 11 could introduce a watermark to indicate PCs that do not meet the requirements of AI Explorer, its new artificial intelligence application. However, these fears were quickly allayed by an expert who clarified that any notifications would be limited to the app itself.
Windows 11 is about to introduce AI Explorera new application intended for optimize the use of artificial intelligence on PCs. Following information shared by a reputable leaker, rumors emerged that a watermark – Or watermark -, a sort of semi-transparent mark, could appear on the desktop or other visible parts of the devices interface. Its purpose would be to notify users when their system does not meet the requirements needed to run this program.
These speculations have caused some concern among users. They feared a visual intrusion on their workspace. However, a clarification came from Albacore, a well-known Microsoft product tipster, who confirmed that any warning se would limit the application AI Explorer. He clarified that notifications would only concern those actively using this application, and at the same time eliminated any fear of a general alert across the entire operating system.
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Microsoft could use AI Explorer to boost its Surface sales
AI Explorer is an application designed to benefit advanced capabilities processorsnotably those based on ARM architecture. The latter are known for their energy efficiency and their optimization for artificial intelligence tasks. This specification explains the high hardware requirements, such as a minimum of 16 GB of RAM and an ARM processor, to ensure smooth and efficient operation.
Microsoft is likely planning to use AI Explorer to promote its laptops, the Surface, equipped with Snapdragon X chips, in line with this new technological direction. These devices, optimized for peak performance in AI, could thus benefit from increased demand. Highlighting such a feature could encourage users to opt for these models, thus reviving interest in this range which has seen mixed sales recently.
Clearing up a few things ❗
1. These are requirements as of build 26100.1, MS can change them later
2. Warnings displayed if your system doesn’t meet them are purely within AIX, no OS-wide nag
3. AIX is AI Explorer, NOT AI File Explorer! Completely separate app, not a replacement https://t.co/XmnjzCYSOY— Albacore ☁️ (@thebookisclosed) April 28, 2024