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.
The Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5790 has been released to the Beta Channel with significant enhancements and fixes for users with Copilot+ PCs. The update includes features such as fluid dictation in Voice Access, expanded camera capabilities with Windows Studio Effects, and on-hover actions in File Explorer Home. Various performance issues have been addressed, including lag in File Explorer, taskbar interactions, and browser windows, while other problems like misaligned app preview windows and stuck file scanning have also been resolved. Despite these improvements, several known issues remain, including a bugcheck issue during hibernation and audio problems with certain devices.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27934 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel with various improvements and fixes to enhance overall performance. The update addresses issues such as DWM crashes, cmd launching in the wrong terminal app, and certain UWP apps crashing when scrolling. However, Microsoft is still investigating some known issues, such as a stuck Settings option and the inability to display previous Windows installations. Additionally, a known issue in File Explorer may cause incorrect colors to appear on "This PC" in dark mode, while the "Reset this PC" option is temporarily unavailable due to a bug.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5770 (KB5064093), introducing new features and improvements for users in the Dev Channel. The update includes Copilot+ PC experiences, a Microsoft 365 text action in Click to Do, and viewable Microsoft 365 profile cards directly within Click to Do.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5770 (KB5064089) to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel running Windows 11 24H2. This update includes new features such as a "Convert to Table with Excel" action in Click to Do and a Braille viewer in Narrator, which allows users to see textual and Braille representations of output shown on a refreshable Braille display. The update also resolves various issues, including problems with the taskbar and system tray, explorer.exe crashes, HDR settings, audio playback, and smart card drivers.
Microsoft has announced the release of Windows 11 25H2 (Build 26200.5074) to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, with general availability expected later this calendar year. The update introduces new features and enhancements while also discontinuing certain functionalities, including PowerShell 2.0 and WMIC.
