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Microsoft's Windows Lead Addresses User Backlash Over AI Shift

11/17/2025

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Pavan Davuluri, Microsoft's Windows lead, acknowledged user backlash over Windows 11's shift toward an "agentic operating system" prioritizing AI features.
Users have expressed frustration over performance issues and perceived neglect of developer needs.
Davuluri stated the team is aware of concerns about reliability and usability.
He emphasized Microsoft's commitment to developers but did not provide specific solutions or timelines.

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Pavan Davuluri, Microsoft's Windows lead, acknowledged user backlash over Windows 11's shift toward an "agentic operating system" prioritizing AI features.
Users have expressed frustration over performance issues and perceived neglect of developer needs.
Davuluri stated the team is aware of concerns about reliability and usability.
He emphasized Microsoft's commitment to developers but did not provide specific solutions or timelines.