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3 reasons I still use Paint 3D even though Microsoft doesn't want me to

In November 2024, Paint 3D was removed from the Microsoft Store as the app was officially deprecated by Microsoft. But here I am in 2025, and I still use the software daily even though Paint has ...
ZDNet

Microsoft to kill off its Paint 3D app soon: Here's what that means for current users

Microsoft is pulling the plug on Paint 3D. On November 4, the app will be kicked out of the Microsoft Store and will no longer be available for download. Those of you who already have the app in ...
The Verge

Microsoft Notepad can now write for you using generative AI

The new feature is being rolled out to Windows Insiders alongside new AI tools in Paint. The new feature is being rolled out to Windows Insiders alongside new AI tools in Paint. is a senior reporter ...
Neowin

Microsoft is retiring the Paint 3D Windows app on November 4Microsoft is retiring the Paint 3D Windows app on November 4Microsoft is retiring the Paint 3D Windows app on ...

Back in 2016, Microsoft was all about 3D. It revealed its HoloLens technology, and it wanted its software to offer 3D features as well. That's why the company launched a revamp of its Paint app for ...
PC Magazine

Farewell to Paint 3D: Microsoft Plans to Remove the App From Windows Store

According to leaker phantonofearth, Microsoft is displaying a banner in the app that says it will no longer receive updates and be removed from the Microsoft Store on Nov. 4. UPDATE 8/12: Microsoft ...
PC World

Microsoft finally took our advice and Paint will be better for it

Microsoft Paint is finally testing background removal, the killer feature of Microsoft’s Paint 3D that we hoped they’d save. And they finally have! In 2021, Microsoft pulled Paint 3D from Windows, ...