Windows Weekly (Audio) WW 935: Don't Spritz Yourself - The Great Notepad Controversy of 2025!
Jun 5, 2025
Microsoft's Notepad faces a hilarious backlash as it tests new formatting features, sending users into a frenzy. The podcast dives into the tumultuous history of this beloved text editor, balancing nostalgia with modern updates. In tech news, Xbox's handheld device is delayed, and exciting preview updates for Windows 22H2/23H2 arrive. The hosts also reflect on the chaotic landscape of tech advancements and explore Apple's recent moves compared to Microsoft's efforts. With humorous anecdotes, they tackle the ever-evolving challenges of cybersecurity and password management.
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Notepad User Experience Anecdote
- Paul Thurrott used Notepad daily and tried creating his own version, realizing how complex it is under the hood.
- Despite frequent updates adding features like AI, Notepad remains a simple plain text editor for him.
Notepad's Markdown Insight
- Notepad's upcoming lightweight text formatting supports Markdown, not rich text, preserving plain text simplicity.
- This aligns with developers' needs where Markdown is widely used for documentation and plain text compatibility.
Phone Link Call Transfer Anecdote
- Paul Thurrott shared a frustrating phone call experience caused by Microsoft's Phone Link app transferring calls between two laptops but not to his phone.
- The patience of the caller and the humor in the situation highlighted real-world tech quirks.