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Microsoft Quietly Adds New Windows App That Wants to Scan Your Face
DecryptWednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:31 PM
RedScroll Brief
A new OneDrive Photos app is appearing on some Windows 11 PCs through OneDrive and Windows updates, adding AI-powered search and an optional facial grouping feature.
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What happened
A new OneDrive Photos app is appearing on some Windows 11 PCs through OneDrive and Windows updates, adding AI-powered search and an optional facial grouping feature.
Why it matters
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Background
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Timeline
Decrypt published: Microsoft Quietly Adds New Windows App That Wants to Scan Your Face
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Economic impact
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