Media Player (Windows 11)

Media Player is the new default video and audio player for Windows 11. It is the new successor to Groove Music (previously Xbox Music) and Windows Media Player. At the time of writing, Media Player is only available for Windows Insiders on the Windows 11 Dev Channel.[1]

Media Player
Developer(s)Microsoft
Preview release
Windows 11: 11.2110.34.0
Operating systemWindows 11
PredecessorGroove Music
Websitemusic.microsoft.com 

The new Media Player is made to listen and view content in a more pleasant way. It uses WinUi 2.6 and UWP to be consistent with the look and feel of Windows 11. Its predecessor, Groove Music, was left behind in Microsoft's recent overhaul of inbox apps.[2]

The new Media Player can also play video, as part of Groove's rebranding from a music streaming service to a media player.[3] Other changes include the album cover view being in fullscreen, and a refresh to the mini player.[4] Accessibility has also been optimized, with some improved keyboard shortcuts and hotkey support for keyboard users and with other assistive technologies.[5]

References
  1. "Media Player is available for Windows 11".
  2. CrazyCandid5613 (2021-07-16). "No new Media Player or update to Groove Music in Windows 11?". r/Windows11. Retrieved 2021-11-18.
  3. "Microsoft is replacing Windows Media Player with Media Player for Windows 11". Engadget. Retrieved 2021-11-18.
  4. "Full screen album art".
  5. "Optimized accessibility".
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