Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) is set to release its quarterly earnings on November 8th, 2024. This article dives deep into analyst expectations, company performance, and peer comparisons to guide investors on what to watch for during the earnings call.
Sony’s PlayStation 5 has introduced a new advertising system that replaces game icons on the homepage with promotional content and ads, sparking backlash from users. The ads are unavoidable without disconnecting from the internet, and many are finding them intrusive and confusing, especially since they often promote outdated or unrelated content.
YouTube has launched ‘Pause ads,’ a new feature that displays advertisements even when a video is paused. This has sparked outrage amongst users who feel bombarded by ads, prompting many to voice their dissatisfaction on social media. The update, aimed at creating a ‘seamless’ ad experience, is part of YouTube’s ongoing efforts to integrate ads into the Connected TV (CTV) landscape. While users can avoid these ads with a YouTube Premium subscription, the increasing ad load raises concerns about user experience and potentially pushes them towards ad blockers.
Microsoft is making it easier for Windows 11 users to control personalized ads and recommendations within the operating system. The company has consolidated ad-related settings in a dedicated ‘Recommendation & Offers’ page within the Settings app, making it simpler to disable these features. This change, currently in testing, aims to improve transparency and user control over personalized content.
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Microsoft has removed ads from the Skype app in a new Windows 11 preview build, aiming to improve user experience. This move comes after the company replaced Skype with Microsoft Teams as the default app in Windows 11. While this change may seem positive, it’s unlikely to indicate a broader shift in Microsoft’s ad strategy, as they continue to push ads in other areas of Windows 11.
Microsoft has added another full-screen ad to Windows 11, this time promoting OneDrive cloud storage. The ad appears as part of the initial setup process and urges users to set up OneDrive as their backup solution. This is just the latest in a growing number of ads and prompts for Microsoft services within Windows 11.
Microsoft is testing new search suggestions in the Microsoft Store for Windows 11, potentially blurring the line between helpful recommendations and paid advertisements. This move follows a growing trend of Microsoft incorporating suggestions and promotional content within Windows 11.
Microsoft is introducing ads to the Start menu in its latest Windows 11 update. These ads are displayed as part of the “Recommended” section and are intended to promote Microsoft Store apps. While some users may find these ads helpful for discovering new apps, others may find them intrusive. Fortunately, there is an easy way to disable them.
