Microsoft begins beta testing a new, faster Outlook.com

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Published onAugust 8, 2017

published onAugust 8, 2017

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Microsofttoday announced the launchof an Outlook.com beta program. Non-Premium Outlook users who are interested in joining the program and testing out new features will soon be able to toggle a “try the beta” switch to receive several enhanced experiences currently in beta testing.

The new beta experiences leverage advances in programming design and artificial intelligence. Microsoft is saying that the beta experiences will bring a faster Outlook.com experience, a smarter inbox, and better personalization options. If you’re looking to opt into the beta, here is what you need to know.

Any standard Outlook user who sees the icon can join the program, though Outlook.com premium users won’t be able to partake in the beta. More details are available on theOutlook.com beta support article.You should also be aware that add-ins are not supported for the beta. Once you join, you can always switch back to the regular Outlook.com web experience to use add-ins by switching back the “Try the beta” toggle.

More enhancements will be coming soon, especially for Calendar and People, so your feedback will be key to the adding of more features to Outlook.com. For now, you can opt into the Outlook.com beta when you see the “try the beta” toggle switch appear on the top right corner of your inbox. If you don’t see the option at first, don’t be alarmed, as you should be seeing it in the next few weeks. Microsoft is not sure how long the beta will last, so be sure to keep giving your feedback once you’ve opted in!

Radu Tyrsina

Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).

For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.

Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.

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