Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27959 to users enrolled in the Canary Channel, featuring several enhancements and fixes. A new setting allows users to customize the position of hardware indicators on their screen, while a keyboard shortcut is now available for inserting En dashes (–) and Em dashes (—). Microsoft has also made updates and fixes across various aspects of the operating system, including improvements to visuals, performance, and bug resolution in areas such as File Explorer, Taskbar, Start menu, and Windows Security.
Microsoft has published the Windows 11 25H2 update history, detailing its development process and features. The Windows 11, version 25H2 update introduces several enterprise features enabled by default, including Wi-Fi 7 enterprise connectivity and the ability to remove select preinstalled Microsoft Store apps using policies. However, some known issues exist within this update, such as Digital TV and Blu-ray/DVD apps failing to play protected content due to Enhanced Video Renderer with HDCP enforcement or digital rights management (DRM) for digital audio. Additionally, installing updates via WUSA from a shared folder may fail, and the Windows 11 media creation tool may not work correctly on Arm64 hosts.
Microsoft has released a non-security update (KB5065789) for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, providing several improvements and fixes across various features of the operating system. The update includes enhancements to File Explorer, Click to Do, Narrator, and gaming, as well as bug fixes for Hyper-V, Input, Networking, Servicing, Windows Hello, and Windows Sandbox. Additionally, new features such as AI-powered image actions in File Explorer, Braille Viewer in Narrator, and natural language commanding in Voice Access have been introduced.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6760, introducing new features and improvements to various aspects of the operating system, including a built-in network speed test and enhanced search capabilities within File Explorer. The build also includes under-the-hood changes to improve the user experience, such as introducing StorageProvider APIs for cloud providers and temporarily turning off Emoji 16.0 until a future release. Microsoft has fixed several issues affecting various aspects of Windows 11, including problems with screen readers, Click to Do, media controls on the lock screen, and Settings crashes.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6760 to the Beta Channel for Insiders on Windows 11 24H2, introducing new features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience. The release includes a built-in network speed test tool, a new Microsoft 365 Copilot page, updated File Explorer Search Box placeholder text, and StorageProvider APIs for cloud providers.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27954, focusing on general improvements and fixes to enhance the overall user experience. The update addresses an issue with SMB v1 protocol connections to shared files and folders, resolving connectivity problems for affected Insiders. However, a known issue persists for Arm64 PC users who may experience increased bugchecks or green screens due to error IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL. Developers using PIX on Windows may also encounter difficulties playing back GPU captures until a new release is available in late September.
Microsoft has released the final version of Windows 11 25H2 (Build 26200.6584) ISO images, which can be downloaded from their delivery servers in various languages. The update brings improved performance, new features, and enhanced security measures that will enhance the user experience. To install Windows 11 25H2 on unsupported systems, users can use the Flyoobe Windows Setup Assistant, which provides a pathway for upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11 on machines that do not meet the minimum system requirements.
Microsoft has released a non-security update, KB5065790 (OS Build 22621.5984) Preview, for Windows 11 version 23H2 that includes quality improvements to enhance the user experience. The update addresses various issues across different areas, such as authentication, browser functionality, display kernel optimization, input method editor enhancements, networking configurations, and printer queue issues, among others. Users should utilize EKB KB5027397 to update their systems to the latest version before installing this non-security update. This release also includes a separate servicing stack update, KB5066412, which improves the quality of the component responsible for installing Windows updates.
Microsoft has released an out-of-band (OOB) update for Windows 11 24H2, which includes essential security fixes and quality improvements. The update addresses a critical issue affecting Microsoft Office applications running in virtualized environments and brings updates to various AI components, including Image Search, Content Extraction, Semantic Analysis, and Settings Model. However, users may experience difficulties connecting to shared files using the SMB v1 protocol on NetBIOS over TCP/IP (NetBT) after installing this update. Until an upcoming Windows update implements a permanent resolution, users can temporarily enable network traffic on TCP port 445 as a workaround.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27950 to the Canary Channel, which includes various enhancements aimed at refining the overall user experience. The update addresses several critical issues, such as misalignment of app preview windows and unresponsiveness of File Explorer's body during context menu interactions, among others. Additionally, Microsoft has resolved audio-related problems and conducted underlying work to improve performance when gaming with game bars or overlays on top of games.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6690 to the Dev Channel with several new features and improvements. Key updates include translation capabilities powered by Microsoft Copilot, screen sharing with Copilot directly from the taskbar, and an updated Desktop Spotlight experience. Issues have been resolved, such as File Explorer unresponsiveness and audio problems after recent updates, although some known problems persist, including media controls not displaying on the lock screen and camera preview failures.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6690 to the Beta Channel, bringing several changes and improvements, including the integration of Microsoft Copilot with Click to Do on PCs equipped with Copilot+. The build also introduces new taskbar capabilities with Microsoft Copilot and enhances the user experience by refreshing the Settings app to provide a more streamlined account management system. Several fixes have been implemented to address issues such as unresponsive File Explorer, audio problems, and installation failures.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.5984 (KB5065790) to Windows Insiders on Windows 11 23H2. This update addresses an issue with the previous update.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6682 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel, bringing various changes and improvements across the operating system. The update includes features such as a new Copilot prompt box for streamlined interaction with Microsoft Copilot, improved Emoji support with seven new emojis, and enhanced Narrator functionality for smoother interaction with Word documents. Additionally, several fixes have been implemented to address issues related to taskbar hiding and unhiding, File Explorer unresponsiveness, and Windows Sandbox performance.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6682, introducing various changes and improvements across different aspects of the operating system. The new build includes features such as Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs, emoji updates, and Narrator enhancements, which can be toggled on or off depending on user preference. Additionally, the update resolves several issues, including bugs that caused PCs to bugcheck during hibernation or shutdown hangs, and improves the reliability of taskbar hiding and unhiding.
Microsoft has released new features and improvements for Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel of Windows 11, categorized into gradual and normal rollouts. Key features include Click to Do, Agents in Settings, and File Explorer Enhancements, as well as updates to Emoji, Advanced Settings, and Input. The company also addressed various issues, including those affecting gaming, performance, security, and accessibility, such as Administrator Protection Preview and Passkeys integration. Additionally, the update resolved numerous bugs, including incorrect character display with Chinese IME, empty boxes for Chinese characters, and Windows Hello PIN setup errors.
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27943 has been released to the Canary Channel, bringing general improvements and fixes that enhance the user experience. Key issues addressed include stuck file scanning in Storage Settings, duplicate taskbar thumbnails, HDR unexpectedly turning off, and Group Policy Editor rendering problems.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.5982 (KB5065790) to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. This update addresses various issues across multiple areas of Windows, including authentication, country and operator settings, display kernel, input, printer, and system services and reliability.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27938 with several new features and enhancements to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, including AI-powered actions within File Explorer that enable users to interact with files more efficiently. The build also includes a customizable clock option in the notification center, improved security features such as visibility into generative AI model usage by third-party apps, and bug fixes for issues related to reset & recovery, File Explorer, WMI, input, and Task Manager.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5790 for Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel, featuring several new features and improvements for Copilot+ PCs. Key highlights include fluid dictation in voice access and Windows Studio Effects on additional cameras, such as external USB webcams or laptop rear cameras. Additionally, changes are being rolled out to the Dev Channel, including a new agent experience in Settings and on-hover actions in File Explorer Home. The update also addresses various issues, including increased lag in scenarios and misaligned app preview windows in the taskbar, while several known issues remain under investigation.
