Windows Media Player update still can't beat the old version

PCWorld examines the latest Windows Media Player update, comparing its functionality and performance against the classic legacy version that many users still prefer. The updated media player remains inferior to its predecessor, lacking key features and polish that made the original version reliable for audio and video playback. Despite Microsoft's efforts to modernize the application, users may find better value sticking with the older Windows Media Player for their multimedia needs. Windows Insider members have been given access to a new version of Windows Media Player. In taking a closer look at the new version, Windows Latest notes that it offers a number of improvements, not least in terms of stability and the handling of subtitles.