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technology5 months ago•2 min saved

Brave Browser Blocks Windows 11 Recall Feature to Protect User Privacy

Brave Software has proactively disabled Windows Recall from capturing screenshots of its browser windows to protect user privacy, following concerns over sensitive data exposure. The change uses Microsoft's SetInputScope API to mark Brave windows as private, preventing Recall from indexing browsing activity. This update is already in Brave Nightly and will be available in stable releases soon, with an option for users to enable Recall if desired.

via BleepingComputer|

#brave #browser-security #privacy

technology1 year ago•5 min saved

Microsoft's Recall Feature: A Promising New Tool for Windows Users

Windows Recall, a new feature in Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs, is receiving positive feedback despite initial privacy concerns and setup issues. The feature allows users to easily revisit past activities on their computer, acting as a backup for deleted or misplaced content. It supports both text and image-based searches and offers extensive privacy configurations. However, it currently lacks cloud synchronization, and users have reported setup challenges and frequent Windows Hello authentication prompts. Windows Recall is available in preview for Snapdragon-powered PCs, with broader support expected in 2025.

via Windows Central|

#ai-features #microsoft #privacy

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Microsoft Tests Recall Feature with Windows Insiders

Microsoft has re-released Windows Recall, a screen snapshotting application, to Windows Insiders after addressing some initial privacy and security concerns. Despite improvements, users report ongoing issues such as delays in snapshot storage and difficulties in removing the software completely. The application, which allows users to retrieve past screen activity, still faces criticism for its incomplete functionality and security measures. Microsoft continues to refine Recall, with no set timeline for a general release.

via The Register|

#microsoft #privacy #security

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Microsoft Tests New Recall AI Feature on Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft has reintroduced its Windows Recall system in a limited public preview, following backlash over privacy and security concerns when it was first announced. Recall, designed for Copilot+ PCs, captures and stores screen snapshots for user reference, but was criticized for potential privacy risks. In response, Microsoft has made changes, including storing screenshots in secure enclaves and allowing users to exclude certain apps or remove the feature entirely. Initially available only on Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered PCs, it will expand to other platforms soon.

via The Register|

#microsoft #privacy #security

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Microsoft Unveils Recall AI Preview for Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft has released a preview build of Windows 11 (26120.2415) in the Insider Dev Channel, featuring the new Windows Recall and Click To Do features, exclusively for Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon processors. Windows Recall, which has faced delays, now includes enhanced security measures, such as data encryption and requiring Windows Hello. The feature is off by default and must be manually activated. Intel and AMD Copilot+ PCs are not included in this initial preview, with no specified timeline for their inclusion.

via Windows Central|

#copilot-pcs #insider-preview #microsoft

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Microsoft's Controversial Recall AI Sparks Outrage and Distrust

Microsoft's new Windows Recall feature, part of its Copilot Plus AI tool, is facing criticism from security experts who label it a potential security risk. Recall tracks all activity on a Windows computer to make data easier to find but could be exploited by hackers. The feature will be enabled by default on new Copilot Plus PCs launching June 18. Users can disable it through Windows settings. Experts argue that the feature lacks proper cybersecurity measures and could pose significant risks.

via CNET|

#ai #copilot-plus #microsoft

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

"Microsoft's Windows Recall AI Faces Security Backlash"

Microsoft Research's chief scientist Jaime Teevan dismissed privacy concerns about Windows Recall, a controversial self-surveillance tool that logs user activities and takes frequent screenshots. Despite backlash and privacy risks highlighted by analysts and security researchers, Teevan emphasized the importance of data in the AI revolution and assured that Recall stores data locally. Critics argue that Recall poses significant privacy and legal risks, especially for organizations handling sensitive information.

via The Register|

#ai #data-privacy #microsoft

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Windows Recall Faces Backlash Over Privacy and Security Concerns"

Despite widespread criticism and controversy surrounding Microsoft's new AI-powered Windows Recall feature, several open-source clones like OpenRecall have already emerged, indicating significant interest in the concept. OpenRecall, for instance, offers a cross-platform, privacy-focused alternative, highlighting the potential appeal of such functionality despite the backlash.

via Windows Central|

#ai #microsoft #open-source

technology1 year ago•7 min saved

Microsoft's Recall AI: Privacy Concerns and Data Safety

Microsoft has introduced Windows Recall, an AI feature for Copilot+ PCs that takes screen snapshots for enhanced search capabilities. Despite concerns about privacy, Microsoft assures that all data is encrypted and processed locally, with no cloud uploads. The feature is optional, cannot run secretly, and includes filtering options to control what is captured. However, there are still security concerns, particularly regarding potential malware access.

via Windows Central|

#ai #copilot-pcs #data-security