Microsoft is transforming the Windows Hello authentication system, which includes advanced facial and fingerprint recognition technology, as part of an extensive update for Windows 11. Currently in beta testing for Windows Insiders, this redesigned experience features a fresh visual interface, updated iconography, and enhanced support for passkeys.The revamped UI will not only be visible on the Windows 11 login screen but will also streamline the process of using passkeys for signing into websites and applications. “We have reimagined the user experience for Windows security credentials with passkeys, creating a cleaner and more intuitive interface for secure and rapid authentication,” states the Windows team. “Users will find it easier to switch between various authentication options and select passkeys or devices.”Microsoft has already integrated passkey support within Windows 11, yet the current process for mobile device integration, which involves scanning QR codes and an outdated interface, can be cumbersome. The new sign-in UI for passkeys and Microsoft account authentication is set to enhance this experience significantly as part of the Windows Hello UI overhaul.Additionally, Microsoft has developed a new API that allows third-party password and passkey managers to seamlessly integrate with this modern Windows Hello interface. This innovation will enable Windows 11 users to authenticate apps and websites from their PCs using passkeys generated on mobile devices. Furthermore, the passkeys experience will support the ability to save passkeys in third-party applications or sync them to users’ Microsoft accounts.Currently, Microsoft is testing this updated Windows Hello experience within the beta channel (23H2), with plans to roll it out to the dev channel (24H2) soon. All Windows 11 users can anticipate the arrival of this new Windows Hello UI in the months ahead.