Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5722 to Windows Insiders in the dev channel, introducing several changes and improvements for Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs. These include a new tutorial for faster task completion, a change to how Windows can apply enterprise pins to the taskbar, a new grid view for searching on the taskbar, updates to the UI for configuring widgets on the lock screen, and an extension of Notification Center functionality to secondary monitors.
Additionally, the Task Manager has been updated to use standard metrics to display CPU workloads consistently across all pages. The update also addresses issues with the Task View icon, login and lock, File Explorer, Start menu, input, administrator protection, settings, and graphics. Some known issues include rollbacks in Windows Update, crashes in live captions, and issues with Xbox controllers. Future updates to Windows Insiders will address known issues, such as long wait times for intelligent text actions in Click to Do on AMD or Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5722 to Windows Insiders in the beta channel running Windows 11 24H2. The update introduces a new agent in the Settings experience for AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs, which helps users find and change settings on their PC. The agent uses AI to understand users' intent and automate tasks on their behalf. The update also includes a new tutorial for Click to Do, a change to how quickly Windows can apply enterprise pins to the taskbar, a new grid view for searching , updates to the UI for configuring widgets on the lock screen, and an extension of Notification Center functionality to secondary monitors. The update also includes fixes for issues with the Task View icon, login and lock, File Explorer, Start menu, input, administrator protection, settings, and error pop-ups.
Belim has launched Flyoobe 0.30, a comprehensive setup solution that honors users' preferences and offers complete control from the initial boot. The revised edition showcases a contemporary, airy design, incorporating a frosted-glass aesthetic reminiscent of Windows 11. It includes an enhanced upgrade window, stack-based navigation, improved UI initialization, and addresses various display concerns associated with high or custom DPI settings. A new OOBE page titled "Setup Extensions" has been introduced for the execution of custom scripts. Furthermore, it encompasses bug fixes for ISO mounting and enhanced error handling, along with optional Copilot support for more effective troubleshooting.
Belim has released Flyoobe 0.22.19, a tool designed to help users upgrade to Windows 11 on unsupported hardware. It now supports everything after the upgrade, including the things Windows usually hides or rushes users through. Flyoobe is essentially Flyby11 version 4.0, with improvements such as improved upgrade logic, automatic compatibility checks before ISO selection, a new hybrid UI with a dark main window and a light sidebar, intelligent handling of setups with and without internet, hundreds of fixes, cleanups, and refinements, and unlocked Windows 10 ESU enrollment feature. The app covers various aspects of the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE), including region and language settings, keyboard layout, internet connection, account creation, privacy and telemetry controls, personalization, device naming, pre-installed app cleanup, Windows updates, and copilot integration.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27909 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. The update includes fixes for issues with administrator protection, settings, remote desktop, pcasvc.dll crashes, Media Player disconnecting options, and Remote Credential Guard scenarios. The update addresses issues with the Xbox app not launching when administrator protection is enabled, battery percentage missing, and graphical distortion on Arm64 PCs.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5710 to Windows Insiders in the dev channel. The update introduces a new "describe image" action in Click to Do for AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs, providing detailed descriptions of images, charts, and graphs. The aim of this feature is to enhance the accessibility of visual content for blind and low-vision users. Narrator, a tool used to generate richer image descriptions, is now available for Copilot+ PCs. The feature also includes a regenerate, like, dislike, and copy button. Feedback is now being collected when a PC experiences slow or sluggish performance, allowing for faster root cause issues. The update also includes improvements to the lockscreen widget experience, allowing users to discover more widgets. Additionally, the new Start menu may not work reliably, and live captions may crash when using live translation on a Copilot+ PC. The update also addresses known issues with the Microsoft Changjie Input method.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4741 to Windows Insiders in the beta channel running Windows 11 24H2. The update introduces a new "describe image" action in Click to Do for AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs, providing detailed descriptions of images, charts, and graphs. This feature aims to make visual content more accessible for blind and low-vision users. Narrator, a tool used to generate richer image descriptions, will now generate contextual descriptions of images, including people, objects, colors, text, and numbers. The feature is being rolled out gradually to the Beta Channel with a toggle on. The update also includes improvements to the lockscreen widget experience, allowing users to discover more widgets. Additionally, the new Start menu may not work reliably, and live captions may crash when using live translation on a Copilot+ PC. The update also addresses known issues with the Microsoft Changjie Input method. Feedback is encouraged and should be filed in the Feedback Hub.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26100.4767 to the release preview channel with several features and improvements. These include the availability of Recall in the European Economic Area (EEA), the ability to reset Recall and its data, and new text actions in Click to Do. These include practice with the reading coach, reading with Immersive Reader, drafting with Copilot in Word, and support for actions through Microsoft Teams. These updates may not be immediately available to all users and may not start rolling out right away.
The Windows 11 update includes several improvements and fixes, including a new agent in Settings, a more streamlined interface during unexpected restarts, and a new Start menu policy. The agent uses AI to help users find and change settings on their PCs and is rolling out to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. The search box in Settings will now be located at the top center for a more consistent and better search experience. The Windows Resiliency Initiative includes quick machine recovery, a more streamlined interface, and improvements to the Snap app. The gamepad layout of the Windows touch keyboard now includes enhanced controller navigation and improved focus handling. The update also addresses issues with the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS), File Explorer, Resilient File System (ReFS), stability issues, and additional fixes for graphics, input, and phonetic input methods. The update is expected to roll out to the Release Preview Channel. The update will vary by device and market, with text actions available across markets in select character sets.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27902 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. The update contains basic enhancements and fixes, such as a patch for File Explorer and a fix for Camera app difficulties. The update fixes bugs with the File Explorer and Camera apps, enhancing the overall experience for Insiders.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.5699 to the release preview channel for Windows 11 23H2. The update fixes several issues, including updating profiles for mobile operators, addressing issues in the Resilient File System, and addressing incorrect error messages when searching for PDF files in shared folders. It also addresses a network issue where peripheral devices may take longer to work after resuming from hibernation. Additionally, printer names are now more clearly displayed when using IPP Directed Discovery.
Belim has released Flyby11 3.0, a patcher that removes restrictions on installing Windows 11 on unsupported hardware. It now supports the Media Creation Tool as a download source, allowing users to watch tutorials directly within the app. The update also includes improvements in ISO mounting using PowerShell, bypass parameter handling, Hungarian language support, and updated Japanese translations.
Microsoft has released KB5064489, an out-of-band update for Windows 11 24H2, encompassing quality enhancements, security patches, and a resolution for Azure Virtual Machines with Trusted Launch disabled. The update resolves an issue that was hindering the startup of VMs with virtualization-based security enabled.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 to Windows Insiders in the Canary channel.
The update includes taskbar icon scaling, quick machine recovery, adding custom words to the dictionary in voice access, and Screen Curtain in Narrator. The privacy dialogs for app permissions have been updated to a system modal dialog, and Microsoft Entra ID authentication requests will be rendered using WebView2. Accessibility flyouts have been grouped in quick settings, and text descriptions for assistive technologies like Narrator and Voice Access have been added. Users can now unpin specific pinned apps using the PinGeneration option. File Explorer has added dividers, and Adaptive Energy Saver is being previewed. Windows Share now offers a visual preview of content, and users can select compression scales for images. Voice access now supports Chinese and Japanese, and Narrator now guides users through new features. Other improvements include improved performance when extracting archive files, improved input, and fixed issues with settings.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27891 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. The latest builds have deprecated Windows PowerShell 2.0, which the update resolves. The update also resolves issues related to the "Reset this PC" option, the taskbar not displaying acrylic material, Windows update downloads being stuck at 2%, and certain characters not rendering correctly for Insiders. The update also resolves concerns related to File Explorer, settings, Bluetooth functionality, window minimizing animations, CPU graphs on the Performance page, and audio performance. The update resolves issues related to font corruption in application menu items, distorted playback controls in the Media Player, and unexpectedly prolonged LDAP queries from applications. The update also resolves concerns regarding print previews that may appear somewhat unclear. Additional details regarding the removal of Windows PowerShell 2.0 will be provided in a forthcoming update for Windows 11.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5670 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. The build presents enhancements, featuring advancements in passwordless technology and a smooth integration of the plugin passkey provider. Users now have the capability to utilize existing passkeys stored in the plugin credential manager or to save new passkeys. Developers of credential managers are encouraged to integrate with Windows 11 to assist customers in their passkey journey. The build updates the versioning to 25H2, which will serve as this year's annual feature update. Voice access is currently unavailable for users in Japan. The new default browser will be affixed to the taskbar and start menu unless removed by users. Gradual rollouts of fixes are occurring in the Dev Channel with the toggle enabled. These updates address issues such as crashes in File Explorer Home, the disappearance of thumbnails, the appearance of duplicate entries when interacting with folders on the Start menu, and inaccuracies in folder expand animations. Furthermore, the build resolves issues that resulted in the Windows Vista boot sound playing instead of the Windows 11 boot sound, as well as the problem where File Explorer did not retain view changes following the last Dev Channel flight.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4520 to Windows Insiders in the beta channel running Windows 11 24H2. The beta features encompass enhancements for passwordless functionality, a smooth integration of the plugin passkey provider, and modifications to the settings. Users now have the capability to utilize existing passkeys stored in the plugin credential manager or to save new passkeys. Developers of credential managers are encouraged to collaborate with Windows 11 to assist customers in their passkey transition. Voice access is currently unavailable for users in Japan. Users have the option to remove the new default browser from the taskbar and start menu. Improvements address a crash in File Explorer Home, the issue of a disappearing thumbnail for pinned favorites, the occurrence of duplicate entries when interacting with folders on the Start menu, and the incorrect animation for folder expansion. The input issues consist of a significant ctfmon.exe crash and a memory leak. The beta version incorporates enhancements to the dialogs in response to elevated text scaling.
Microsoft has released a new non-security update for Windows, KB5060829 for Windows 11 24H2, which encompasses quality enhancements and additional features. The update features text descriptions for assistive technologies such as Narrator and Voice Access, along with modifications to taskbar applications, taskbar switching, and media controls flickering. Voice access enables users to navigate, dictate, and interact with Windows through voice commands in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese. Voice access allows for the incorporation of custom terms into its dictionary. The Windows share feature now provides a visual preview for shared links or web content, allowing users to choose a compression level for editing and sharing images. The update enhances color and performance in File Explorer. The update also focuses on enhancing display-related user experiences, specifically by minimizing screen flashing and removing unnecessary display resets. The update additionally resolves concerns related to input, output, and scripting while also correcting problems with window sizes and positions following sleep and resume actions. The update also resolves issues with Windows Search, improving its reliability and addressing a problem that hindered users from typing in. If previously installed, the device will download and install only the new updates included in this package.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 KB5060826 (OS Builds 22621.5549 and 22631.5549) Preview for Windows 11 Enterprise and Education 22H2 and Windows 11 23H2, featuring a gradual rollout that distributes updates over time, enabling users to receive them at varying intervals. The update implements modifications to the European Economic Area region concerning default browsers. This includes the addition of various file and link types, which are now pinned to the taskbar and Start menu, as well as a distinct one-click button for browsers to alter their default.pdf settings. The PC-to-PC migration feature is now being introduced, accompanied by the landing and pairing page within the Windows Backup application. Windows Share now provides a visual preview for sharing links or web content, and administrators can configure whether a new device receives critical updates during the out-of-box experience.
The Windows 11 version 23H2 features enhancements in various areas, including audit, authentication, country and operator settings, display kernel, network file sharing, performance, shell, and Windows Hello. The update resolves concerns related to auditing privilege usage, authentication processes, display kernel functionality, network file sharing capabilities, performance metrics, shell operations, and Windows Search efficiency. The Windows 11 servicing stack update (KB5061903): 22621.5550 and 22631.5550 enhance the servicing stack, providing a solid and dependable foundation for devices to obtain and implement Microsoft updates.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 to Windows Insiders in the dev channel. The update presents a new personalized homepage for Recall, enabling users to efficiently locate and reconnect with essential apps and websites. The homepage now features recent snapshots along with top applications and websites, facilitating access to prior tasks. The navigation bar located on the left side of the screen offers straightforward access to essential Recall features. Feedback may be provided via the Feedback Hub or through links available within the experience.
New features are being systematically introduced to the Dev Channel, including an updated setting that allows users to reposition hardware indicators on their screen. Administrators can implement Start menu pins only once with this feature, allowing for layout modifications. Furthermore, actions related to AI in File Explorer are experiencing restarts, and new settings have been incorporated into the settings section. The update also addresses several issues, including the playback of Windows Vista boot sounds instead of Windows 11 boot sounds, the malfunction of the option to reset your PC under Settings > System > Recovery in the previous build, and the unexpected failure of certain KVM virtual machines to boot.
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.
