Microsoft is testing a power saving mode for Windows 11

Windows 11 es el último sistema operativo de Microsoft y viene con muchas características y mejoras nuevas. Una de las características que Microsoft está probando actualmente es un nuevo modo de ahorro de energía, cuyo objetivo es reducir el consumo de energía de su dispositivo y extender la duración de la batería.

According to a report from Windows Central, power saving mode is available in the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview (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 such as 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 plan you have selected.

Microsoft says that power saving mode is designed for scenarios where you need to conserve as much power as possible, such as when you are in a remote location or during a power outage. This mode is not recommended for everyday use, as it can affect the performance and functionality of your device.

The power saving mode is still under development and may not work as expected for some users. Microsoft is soliciting feedback from Windows experts who have access to the mode and may make changes or improvements based on their feedback.

The 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 in to the developer 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 and notebook PCs. The feature is called Power Saving Mode and is different from the existing battery saver option.

Battery Saver Mode is designed to extend the battery life of notebook computers by temporarily disabling some power-hungry features, such as background application activity, e-mail 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 disclosed the exact details of how Power Saving Mode works, but it is likely to reduce CPU speed, display 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 Settings> System> Power. Users can also opt to have it turn on automatically when the battery level reaches a certain percentage. For desktop PC users who are low on battery, Microsoft says 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 offer a modern, streamlined user interface, improved performance and security, and better support for Android apps. However, Windows 11 also has higher system requirements than Windows 10, which means that some older devices may not be able to run it.