Microsoft has released the Windows 11 KB5067112 (OS Build 22621.6133) Preview for Windows 11 23H2, which focuses on quality enhancements rather than security. The update addresses issues related to the touch keyboard and network connectivity when external virtual switches lose their physical Network Interface Card (NIC) bindings after host restarts. Additionally, a new feature has been introduced allowing users to enable Personalized Offers within the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) during device setup. This update also includes essential fixes for connectivity errors during upgrades of Azure Stack Hub or Azure Local clusters, which were caused by issues with disk communication.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6982 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. The build introduces several notable features, including "Copy & Search", which enables instant search of copied text, and a new setting in Voice Typing that allows users to configure a delay between voice commands and their execution. Other changes include Proactive Memory Diagnostics, which improves system reliability by suggesting memory scans after bug checks, as well as updated Device Cards in Settings and improved About settings.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6982 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel, offering various enhancements and improvements for those running Windows 11 24H2. The update introduces features such as 'Copy & Search', which allows users to search for copied text from the taskbar, and Proactive Memory Diagnostics, which improves system reliability by conducting memory scans after unexpected restarts or bug checks. Other changes include improved Device Cards in Settings, enhanced Click to Do with helpful hints, and updated animations on the taskbar, as well as fixes to several known issues in previous builds. However, some known issues remain under investigation, including problems with keyboards, USB devices, and File Explorer's copy dialog animation and layout in dark mode.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27975 for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, focusing on general improvements to refine the user experience and address minor issues. This update includes fixes for input-related problems, such as a touch keyboard issue and a malfunctioning Windows Hello PIN, which should provide a smoother experience. Additionally, Microsoft has resolved an issue that caused Settings to crash when accessing drive information. However, Microsoft is still investigating known issues with this build, such as unexpected scrolling in the new Start menu and sleep/shutdown problems.
Windows 11 Build 22631.6132 (KB5067112) has been released for Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. This update addresses several issues, including a problem with the touch keyboard that sometimes fails to enter characters into text fields after waking from sleep and an issue with external virtual switches losing their network card connections during host restarts. The update also introduces the Personalized Offers feature, which is now enabled during device setup in the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) and can be accessed through Settings. Additionally, a resolution for disk communication issues has been included to enhance the reliability and performance of storage systems.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 build updates (26100.7015 and 26200.7015) to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, which includes improvements for both gradual and normal rollout. The updates introduce several new features, including a redesigned Start menu with improved accessibility options and Phone Link integration, as well as enhancements to voice access, settings, and File Explorer. Other notable improvements include the addition of colored icons on the taskbar, simplified overlays, and an option to turn on battery percentage display, as well as fixes for various issues related to apps, browsers, and Windows Update. Additionally, Microsoft has added several new features, including Click to Do with Copilot integration and Administrator Protection Preview, which can be enabled via OMA-URI or group policy.
Microsoft has released an out-of-band update (KB5070773) for Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2, which addresses quality improvements and includes security fixes from the October 14, 2025, security update. The update resolves a significant issue affecting USB devices in the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), allowing users to navigate recovery options using their USB peripherals. Additionally, the release updates several AI components for improved performance and functionality, including Image Search, Content Extraction, Semantic Analysis, and Settings Model.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6972 to Insiders in the dev channel, introducing various changes, improvements, and fixes. Key features include direct mobile device management from Settings, updated account control on the Start menu, and an enhanced File Explorer with a consistent dark mode experience. Microsoft has resolved several issues, such as File Explorer problems, updates failing to install, and performance improvements for apps and browsers. However, some known issues remain, including ones with taskbar previews, the Start menu, and Xbox Controller connectivity via Bluetooth.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6972 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel running Windows 11 24H2. The build includes new features and fixes tailored for specific groups within the Beta Channel, with notable enhancements such as direct mobile device management from Settings and an improved dark mode experience in File Explorer. Several issues have been addressed, including problems with File Explorer, videos and games displaying red, and updates failing to install due to error 0x800f0983. Despite this progress, some known issues remain, including text actions not functioning correctly on this build and an issue causing the Start menu to fail to open upon click.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27971 to the Canary Channel, featuring improvements to the Notification Center on secondary monitors. Insiders can now show their calendar and clock with seconds on any screen, and open the Notification Center by clicking the date and time in the taskbar's system tray. The build also fixes several bugs, including issues with File Explorer crashing when moving files to a network drive and problems with playing protected content on ARM64 devices. However, some known issues persist, such as settings crashes and trouble sleeping or shutting down after installing the latest Canary builds.
Microsoft has released the Windows Insider Preview Build 26220.6780 in the Dev Channel, featuring several new improvements to enhance the user experience. Key changes include an updated agent in Settings with a "Recommended Settings" section, improved search functionality that suggests settings and actions, and enhanced Drag Tray capabilities for sharing multiple files at once. Additionally, features such as Administrator Protection in Windows Security and a new OneDrive icon have been reinstated, while behind-the-scenes improvements address issues like slow Run dialog performance and various bugs.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6780 to Beta Channel users, bringing several new features and improvements. The most notable updates include a new Settings agent for Copilot+ PCs that suggests actions based on recent settings changes and an improved search function in the Settings homepage with more results and helpful dialog boxes. Additionally, the Drag Tray feature has been enhanced to support sharing multiple files and shows relevant apps, while visual cues have been added to the Click to Do feature to encourage users to act more effectively. The update also includes several bug fixes and known issue resolutions, aiming to make Windows 11 easier to use and resolve important bugs.
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27965 has been released to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, featuring several major changes to the Start menu layout. The new Start menu design includes pinned apps at the top, recommended apps and files in the middle, and categories at the bottom, which can be scrolled through or viewed in grid or category format. Additionally, a mobile device button has been added to the Start menu for easier use on connected devices, and .NET Framework 3.5 is no longer an optional component, prompting users to switch to newer versions.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6772 (KB5065797) to the Beta Channel, introducing several features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience. The update includes enhancements to Click to Do, such as image object selection and unit conversion, as well as expanded support for peripheral fingerprint sensors in Windows Hello Enhanced Sign-in Security. Microsoft has also addressed various bugs and issues affecting Insiders, including problems with File Explorer dialogs, focus-related issues, and other usability concerns.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6772 (KB5065797) to the Dev Channel, featuring new features, improvements, and fixes for various issues. The update includes enhancements to Click to Do, such as Image Object Select and Unit Conversion, as well as expanded support for peripheral fingerprint sensors with Windows Hello Enhanced Sign-in Security. File Explorer has also seen improvements, including a consistent dark mode experience across several dialogs and views.
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.
