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Microsoft Photos gets significant update, transitions from UWP to Windows App SDK
The update is currently rolling out
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Published onJune 5, 2024
published onJune 5, 2024
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A significant update for theMicrosoft Photos appwas rolled out to Windows Insiders and is now rolling out to retail customers, starting with version 2024.11050.3002.0 and above.
The Microsoft Photos app has undergone a major platform transition in this update, moving from Universal Windows Platform (UWP) to the Windows App SDK.
What were the challenges?
Microsoft Photos is one of the most used applications, so the Photos teams have been introducing new innovative features like Background Removal and a Slide Show.
Therefore, the challenge was maintaining the ability to introduce new features on UWP while progressing the platform transition to Windows App SDK on Photos app.
So to make the transition smooth, they used different strategies like:
What are the benefits?
The transition from UWP to Windows App SDK will be beneficial for users in many ways; here are a few of them:
What are the differences between UWP and Windows app SDK?
The transition to Windows App SDK allows developers to be more flexible, provide improved performance and enhanced compatibility, and ensure users a more seamless and feature-rich experience.
To check the version on your Photos app, launch the app, then click theSettingsicon from the top right corner. Next, scroll down to findAboutand check the version to ensure you have the latest one installed.
What do you think about the Photos app transition to Windows App SDK? Share your views with our readers in the comments section below.
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Srishti Sisodia
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Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
