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Windows users are getting Harry Potter ads as their Bing Wallpaper, and they aren't happy
Some users saw a Hogwarts Castle ad and an “available now” message in the optional wallpaper app, renewing criticism of Microsoft promotions in Windows.
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Microsoft Faces Backlash Over Harry Potter-Themed Ad in Bing Wallpaper App
The wallpaper app, which usually displays neutral travel or animal scenes, appears to be showing a huge ad for the new Harry Potter series coming to HBO Max. Microsoft's tactic of injecting ads into its products is sparking new backlash after its Bing Wallpaper app began displaying an intrusive Harry Potter-themed promotion. The optional app usually picks appealing but innocuous images of travel scenes and animals as …
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Windows users are getting Harry Potter ads as their Bing Wallpaper, and they aren't happy
For those unfamiliar, the optional Bing Wallpaper app gives users a new wallpaper each day and lets them browse previous Bing images and themed collections. It usually consists of nature photos, animals, space, gaming, sports, and seasonal wallpapers.Read Entire Article
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