Microsoft is testing a power saving mode for Windows 11
Windows 11 is the latest operating system Microsoft and comes with many new features and improvements. One of the features Microsoft is currently testing is a new power saving mode, which aims to reduce your device's power consumption and extend battery life.
According to a report from Windows Central, Power Saving Mode is available in the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build (22494) for some users. The mode can be enabled from the power menu in the taskbar or from the Settings app under System > Power & battery.
When power saving mode is enabled, Windows 11 will adjust some settings and behaviors to save power. For example, it will reduce screen brightness, limit background activity, reduce CPU speed, and disable some features like Windows Hello and the touch keyboard.
Power saving mode is different from the existing battery saving mode, which only affects the battery settings. Power Saving Mode can also be used when the device is plugged in and will override any other power plans you have selected.
Microsoft says Power Saving Mode is designed for scenarios where you need to conserve as much power as possible, such as when you're in a remote location or during a power outage. This mode is not recommended for daily use as it may affect the performance and functionality of your device.
Power saving mode is still under development and may not work as expected for some users. Microsoft requests feedback from Windows experts who have access to the mode and may make changes or improvements based on their feedback.
Power saving mode is expected to be available to all Windows 11 users in a future update, but there is no official release date yet. If you are interested in trying out the new feature, you can join the Windows Insider program and opt for the development channel, which receives the latest and most experimental versions of Windows 11.
Microsoft has announced a new feature for Windows 11 that aims to reduce the power consumption of desktop PCs and laptops. The feature is called power saving mode and is different from the existing battery saving option.
Battery Saver Mode is designed to extend the battery life of laptops by temporarily disabling some power-intensive features such as background app activity, email and calendar synchronization, and live tile updates. However, battery saver mode does not significantly affect system performance or functionality.
Power saving mode, on the other hand, is more aggressive in reducing system power usage, but at the expense of performance. Microsoft has not revealed the exact details of how power saving mode works, but it is likely to reduce CPU speed, screen brightness, and other hardware settings that affect power consumption.
Power Saving Mode is currently available for testing in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26002. Users can enable or disable it from Quick Settings or from Settings > System > Power. Users can also choose to have it turn on automatically when the battery level reaches a certain percentage. For desktop PC users without a battery, Microsoft says the power saving mode is still useful "for those looking to conserve power all the time."
Power saving mode is one of the new features Microsoft is introducing in Windows 11, which is expected to launch later this year. Windows 11 promises to deliver a modern and streamlined user interface, improved performance and security, and better compatibility with Android apps. However, Windows 11 also has higher system requirements than Windows 10, meaning some older devices may not be able to run it.