What 'Project Odeon' Means for Your Windows Settings
If Settings becomes a Store app, players could see faster feature updates and a more unified experience, potentially simplifying PC management. However, it may also accelerate the retirement of Contro…
If Settings becomes a Store app, players could see faster feature updates and a more unified experience, potentially simplifying PC management. However, it may also accelerate the retirement of Contro…
Key points - A hidden app called 'Project Odeon' has appeared on the Microsoft Store. - It shares the same icon as Windows Settings and resembles the usual interface. - Finding and installing it requires Windows 11 build 26100 or newer. - The app shows unfinished pages and greyed-out options, but some areas are more extensive than regular Settings. - The base executable can call on helper executables for tasks like changing time zone or renaming the PC.
Timeline - Recently: Windows Latest discovers 'Project Odeon' on the Microsoft Store. - Currently: The app is only available on Windows 11 build 26100 or newer, with possible Insider or region restrictions. - Future (speculative): Settings could become a Store-based app, allowing quicker updates.
FAQ
Q: What is 'Project Odeon'? A: 'Project Odeon' is a hidden app found on the Microsoft Store that looks like Windows Settings and may be an early test for a Store-based Settings app.
Q: How can I try 'Project Odeon'? A: You need Windows 11 build 26100 or newer. It may also require an Insider build or a specific region, and it's not easily visible in the Store.
Q: Does this mean Control Panel is going away? A: It's more evidence that Microsoft is moving away from Control Panel, but no official announcement has been made. Control Panel has been on the way out for years.
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