Not content with ads in the Start menu, File Explorer, and Settings app, Microsoft is working on (even more) ads in Windows 11’s Weather app
An update to the Weather app on Windows 11 adds several ads to the app.
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Microsoft just rolled out an update for the Weather app on Windows 11, though not all will view the changes in the app as a ray of sunshine. Many have complained about Microsoft’s Weather app having ads at all. Those complaints appear to have gone unheard, as Microsoft has instead added advertisements to its Weather app.
Windows 11has several adsthat have proven controversial and Microsoft plans to increase the number of ads PC users will see. The tech giant is finalizing plans for aGame Pass ad within the Settings appandplace additional ads in the Start menu. Now, the Weather app is set to receive more ads as well. Of course, the Weather app already had advertisements within it, so this is not entirely new.
ChangeWindowshas an entire thread on X (formerly Twitter) breaking down all of the changes. Here’s a quick summary of everything the account highlights:
Many of the posts by ChangeWindows are made sarcastically, such as acting like people are happy about ads. There are, however, some useful changes in the latest update to the Weather app, which are also noted.
Scrolling further down, we finally reach the best improvement yet. Microsoft is introducing 2 new ads in the “Monthly” view on the home page. pic.twitter.com/8TGXoczBbrJune 29, 2024
The update for the Weather app appears to be live for general users, meaning you can grab it through the Microsoft Store.
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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.
