Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4452 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel on Windows 11 24H2. The update presents a new personalized homepage for Recall, enabling users to efficiently reconnect with essential applications and websites. The homepage now showcases recent snapshots along with top applications and websites, facilitating the process of locating and reconnecting with essential tasks. The navigation bar located on the left side of the screen offers straightforward access to essential Recall features.
New features are being systematically introduced to the Beta Channel with the toggle activated, including the capability to reposition hardware indicators on your screen. The start menu will incorporate a Boolean option within the Configure Start Pins policy, and AI actions in File Explorer will be reset. Recent updates have been implemented for the latest flights, addressing input issues, taskbar functionality, File Explorer, and settings adjustments. The beta channel encompasses resolutions for the Windows Vista boot sound, reset options, and KVM virtual machine failures.
Microsoft has released Windows Configuration Update (KB5062324) for Windows 11 24H2 which resolves an issue that leads to Windows Update scans becoming unresponsive.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26100.4482 to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel for Windows 11 24H2. The release encompasses various enhancements and features, such as a phased introduction of new functionalities in the EEA region for default browsers, a new option for administrators to pin items to the Start menu, resized icons for enhanced visibility, and upgraded accessibility features. The taskbar has been updated to resize icons, accommodating a greater number of applications. Additionally, assistive technologies such as Narrator and Voice Access are now accessible, enhancing identification and learning processes. The Windows share window now features a visual preview of links or web content, enabling users to choose a compression level for editing and sharing images. A new PC-to-PC migration experience is being introduced, enabling users to transfer files and settings from their previous PC to the new one during the setup process. The performance of File Explorer has been improved for the extraction of archive files, especially when copying and pasting a significant number of files from large archives.
The most recent update to Windows 11 introduces various enhancements and resolutions. The Screen Curtain feature in Narrator enhances privacy and concentration by obscuring the screen while content is read aloud. This feature is particularly advantageous in public or shared environments, allowing for the handling of sensitive information without the risk of others viewing your screen. The update enables users to utilize voice access for navigation, dictation, and interaction with Windows through voice commands in both Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. Custom words may be incorporated into the dictionary within voice access, which is accessible in all currently supported languages.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27881 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. The update introduces a new setting for the profanity filter in voice typing, enabling users to manage the filter according to their preferences. The feature can be modified by accessing voice typing, selecting the settings icon, and utilizing the Filter profanity toggle within the settings menu. A speech recap feature has been introduced in Narrator, enabling users to monitor spoken content, access live transcription, and copy the most recent output from Narrator. Assistive technology trainers, educators of students with visual impairments, and individuals with hearing impairments can benefit from this feature.
The update encompasses enhancements to the taskbar and system tray, featuring wider and more prominent taskbars, refined accessibility flyouts, and enhanced support for web search providers in Windows Search for the EEA. Windows Share now enables users to efficiently edit and enhance images during the sharing process, featuring in-line editing capabilities and compression for streamlined sharing.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5651 to Windows Insiders in the dev channel. The latest build presents enhanced Copilot+ PC experiences, featuring a new agent within Settings and an improved Recall export functionality for transferring snapshots to third-party applications and websites. The export process is safeguarded by comprehensive security and privacy measures, which encompass encryption, Windows Hello authentication, and decryption utilizing the export code. If you lose the export code or suspect unauthorized access, you must reset the export code. Export options encompass both past snapshots and continuous snapshots. IT administrators have the capability to configure Recall export for managed devices through the AllowRecallExport policy or the relevant Group Policy setting. The process of exporting recall and snapshot information is initiated by the user, and IT administrators or other personnel are not permitted to initiate an export on behalf of end users.
Microsoft has announced various updates and enhancements for Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs. The implementation includes the introduction of two new actions: Utilize Microsoft 365 Copilot, enabling users to submit text or images and pose inquiries, along with the capability to execute actions directly from an email address. The enhanced features facilitate seamless connections with colleagues or acquaintances via Microsoft Teams. The search box in Settings has been repositioned to the top center to enhance the consistency of the search experience. Windows will now present the Windows activation and expiration dialogs as notification toasts, prompting users to take necessary action.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4441 to Windows Insiders in the beta channel on Windows 11 24H2. The build introduces new features, including the ability to export Recall snapshots for sharing with third-party apps and websites. When opening Recall for the first time, Windows Insiders in the European Economic Area will receive a unique Recall export code. Exports are encrypted, require Windows Hello authentication, and can only be decrypted with the export code. Microsoft does not have access to the export code and cannot help recover it if lost. If lost or suspected of unauthorized access, users should reset Recall. Exporting options include past snapshots and continuous snapshots. For managed devices, IT admins can configure Recall export using the AllowRecallExport policy or corresponding Group Policy setting. Exporting recall and snapshot information is a user-initiated process, and IT admins or other users cannot initiate an export on behalf of end users.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.5545 to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel running Windows 11 23H2. The update introduces various features and enhancements, such as a new app defaults button, a new .pdf default button, and a visual preview for Windows Share links or web content. The standard rollout encompasses updates for audit, authentication, Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA), display kernel, network file sharing, performance, shell, Windows Hello, and Windows Search. The update resolves concerns related to auditing privilege usage, authentication, COSA, display kernel, network file sharing, performance, shell, kiosk devices, Windows Hello, and Windows Search. The update resolves issues with kiosk devices that become unresponsive after an administrator locks and unlocks them, and it also fixes a problem with Windows Search responding slowly.
Microsoft has released KB5063060, an out-of-band (OOB) update for Windows 11 24H2, which encompasses quality enhancements, security updates, and a resolution for an incompatibility issue with Easy Anti-Cheat. The update addresses the problem of Windows potentially restarting unexpectedly when launching games through the service. The download and installation process occurs automatically via Windows Update and Microsoft Update, regardless of whether Easy Anti-Cheat is currently installed on the device. The update streamlines the on-premises deployment of servicing stack updates.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5641 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. The update features a redesigned Start menu, enabling users to efficiently access applications through a scrollable top-level interface. The updated category view organizes applications by their respective categories, facilitating swift access to frequently used apps, whereas the grid view enhances the ability to scan through installed applications more effectively. The Start menu has been enhanced to be larger and more responsive, featuring sections that adjust according to screen size. The update facilitates seamless cross-device integration with Phone Link, enabling users to effortlessly expand and collapse mobile device content through the new mobile device button located next to the search box. The Screen Curtain feature in Narrator improves privacy and concentration for users who depend on screen reading. The organization of Windows Search settings has been streamlined under Settings > Privacy & security, while Narrator now assists users in navigating new features via modal windows.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4250 to Windows Insiders in the beta channel on Windows 11 24H2. The update features a redesigned Start menu, enabling users to efficiently access applications through a scrollable top-level interface. The menu includes categories and grid views to enhance app navigation. The Start menu is tailored to accommodate different screen sizes, allowing larger devices to display a higher number of apps and files. The menu is also responsive, with sections within Start showcasing pinned and recommended apps. The update features seamless cross-device integration with Phone Link, enabling users to effortlessly expand and collapse mobile device content. The Screen Curtain feature in Narrator improves privacy and concentration for users engaged in screen reading. Additional enhancements consist of expanded widget options on the lock screen, an optimized Windows Search settings page, and a more streamlined approach to exploring and understanding Narrator functionalities.
The Windows touch keyboard layout has been refined to include enhanced controller navigation, improved focus handling, flyout menus, word suggestions, language switching, and additional features. The latest Gamepad keyboard has been specifically designed for gaming and includes support for PIN sign-in on the Windows lock screen. The beta channel has been implementing solutions for various issues, including non-responsive input for certain Insiders, crashes in Recall, small taskbar icons, File Explorer failing to display search strings, freezing, and locked screens. The graphics issues have been resolved, and several enhancements have been implemented for all users in the Beta Channel. Several identified concerns encompass the updated Start menu, extended delays for intelligent text actions in Click to Do, enhancements in Windows Search, and challenges with File Explorer.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27871 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. This build introduces the capability to manage energy saver settings on Windows 11 PCs via group policies and Mobile Device Management (MDM) configurations. This feature effectively optimizes battery consumption, prolonging battery life through efficient power management. It restricts background processes and lowers screen brightness, ensuring devices utilize less energy while preserving peak performance. IT administrators have the capability to activate the policy through the Local Group Policy Editor in Windows 11 or via the Microsoft Intune Admin Center.
The Phone Companion for the Start menu is now accessible to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, featuring enhancements like instant notifications from mobile device applications, screen mirroring for Android devices, and access to iCloud photos. The taskbar and system tray have been modified to enhance their width and visibility.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5622 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. The preview showcases new features including Microsoft 365 text actions in Click to Do, streamlined machine recovery settings, multiple dashboards in Widgets, and enhancements for Phone Link and the phone companion integrated with the Start menu.
The Draft feature with Copilot in Word enables users to efficiently transform their ideas into comprehensive drafts by selecting recognized text. This feature necessitates a subscription to Microsoft 365 Copilot. A dedicated settings page is being introduced in Settings to enhance the accessibility of quick machine recovery. IT specialists now have the capability to configure rapid machine recovery settings through the Intune Settings Catalog interface.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4230 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel running Windows 11 24H2. The update features a dedicated settings page for efficient machine recovery, enabling users to manage recovery options directly from the Settings menu. This functionality assists devices in resolving extensive boot problems by implementing solutions directly from Microsoft. IT specialists now have the capability to configure rapid machine recovery settings through the Intune Settings Catalog interface.
Select the Do option on Copilot+ The PCs have been enhanced to support French or Spanish as the primary language and are now capable of executing intelligent text actions in German, Italian, and Portuguese. The enhancements to Phone Link and the phone companion within the Start menu enable users to view notifications from mobile device applications, mirror the screen of their Android devices, and access iCloud photos from iPhones. The ability to personalize lock screen widgets has been temporarily suspended, and a new Device Card for Settings Home has been launched for Windows Insiders who are signed in with their Microsoft account and located in the U.S.
Microsoft has released an out-of-band update, KB5062170, for both Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, which resolves an issue related to the recovery error code 0xc0000098 while installing the May 2025 Windows security update.
The update is cumulative and does not include any new security fixes beyond those provided in the May 2025 Windows security update. It is advisable to implement this update on systems that have not yet installed the May 2025 Windows security update, including devices operating within a virtual desktop infrastructure. The update introduces enhancements to the servicing stack, the component responsible for installing Windows updates. This update guarantees a strong and dependable servicing stack for devices to obtain and implement Microsoft updates. The update necessitates a device restart and is not relevant for systems that have successfully implemented the May 2025 Windows security update.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27868 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. The update features voice access, an immersive in-product experience, and resolutions for issues related to pen input, Spotify, Group Policy Editor, and SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED bugchecks.
The KB5059693 update for Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 resolves an issue impacting the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) during Windows Recovery Environment operations, thereby preventing system instability.
Microsoft has issued KB5060614 for Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 to enhance Windows setup binaries and related files utilized for feature updates.
Microsoft has released the KB5058499 preview for Windows 11 24H2, featuring enhanced intelligent text actions and improved support for the Spanish and French languages. Users now can tailor their Copilot experience through the Win+C keyboard shortcut and can engage with Copilot using voice commands. The preview facilitates a smooth transition across devices, enabling users to continue editing on a PC after starting on their phone. IT administrators have the capability to oversee energy saver configurations through Microsoft Intune, thereby enhancing battery longevity and supporting environmental sustainability efforts. The graphics capabilities have been enhanced, now incorporating support for HDR features and HDR video streaming. The narrator has been upgraded to better serve blind and low-vision users, while the enhanced Windows Search functionality simplifies the process of locating settings. The newly established FAQs section offers comprehensive responses to frequently asked questions regarding PC setup, performance, and compatibility. The interface for renaming printers has been updated to align with the aesthetic of Windows 11.
Microsoft has announced the release of the Phi Silica AI component update, version 1.2505.838.0, for Windows 11 24H2. This update features a Transformer-based local language model aimed at improving efficiency and performance on Windows Copilot+ PCs. The update is available for Intel (KB5061857), AMD (KB5061858), and Qualcomm (KB5061856) powered systems
