Microsoft has released KB5079391 as a non-security preview update for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2. The most significant change allows users to enable or disable Smart App Control directly from settings without needing to perform a clean install of the operating system. Accessibility tools like Narrator now support AI-powered image descriptions on compatible devices while File Explorer gains enhanced reliability for unblocking files and voice typing during renaming. This package also resolves a critical installation error where Windows Update Standalone Installer failed with ERROR_BAD_PATHNAME on network shares alongside various stability improvements for displays and biometric authentication.
Microsoft has released an out-of-band update known as KB5085516 to address a specific sign-in failure affecting Windows 11 users on recent builds. This patch resolves a confusing no Internet error that prevents personal accounts from logging into apps like Teams or OneDrive despite having connectivity. Internal AI components including Image Search and Semantic Analysis get a refresh to stabilize how the system processes visual content behind the scenes. The release also bundles a servicing stack update to ensure future installations remain robust without introducing new known issues.
Microsoft has released Windows Insider Preview Build 29553.1000 for Canary users which brings a significantly refreshed Feedback Hub app to the test track. The new interface simplifies reporting with a unified template and adds a search function so finding the right category takes less time than before. Insiders can now submit compliments instead of just complaints while enjoying better screenshot tools that make attaching visuals much easier. It is a solid step forward for usability even if it comes wrapped in typical developer channel instability.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1743 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. This release finally get independent volume sliders so a user does not have to lower their volume for someone else sharing the stream. File Explorer sees a small but welcome change where the Open verb icon now matches the default application handling the file. The Feedback Hub receives a refresh that simplifies submission flows and lets users send compliments alongside bug reports.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. The release brings back the Pointer Indicator accessibility setting to help low vision users track their cursor without frustration. Network glitches get a serious nudge with a fix that stops the Sharing Center from falsely claiming two active Wi-Fi connections exist at once. The Feedback Hub also gets a modernized face that simplifies submission flows and improves screenshot editing tools for reporting bugs.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8079 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel targeting specific reliability issues that annoy daily users. Stability improvements arrive for Explorer.exe when closing input flyouts and fixing configuration errors within the voice typing settings. The Network and Sharing Center finally corrects itself so it no longer displays duplicate active Wi-Fi connections after switching networks. Insiders need to remember this fix rolls out gradually based on update toggles instead of appearing instantly across the entire channel.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1737 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, bringing subtle yet useful refinements to pen settings and a new “Same as Copilot key” option for the pen tail button that aligns it with Copilot’s behavior.
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8068 (KB 5079464) to Insiders on the Dev Channel, adding several new policy options. The update introduces a dynamic list for “Remove Default Microsoft Store packages,” letting administrators drop any preinstalled app by PFN without extra scripts. A new custom user‑folder name field during setup lets IT teams personalize folder names right away, and the kernel now blocks legacy cross‑signed drivers unless they’re WHCP‑approved. The Point‑in‑Time restore wizard gets a UAC settings dialog that lists existing restore points, reminds users to plug in power, and displays the OS version in full four‑part form for clearer recovery steps.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8062 (KB 5079458) to Windows Insiders in the beta channel. The latest insider build delivering a few practical tweaks that IT folks and everyday users can start using right away.
Windows 11 Build 26100.8106 (KB5079387) rolls out AI‑powered Narrator support on every device, allowing instant image descriptions that can be fed directly into Copilot with a few keystrokes. The update makes Smart App Control toggleable in Settings without requiring a clean install, while File Explorer’s file‑unblock feature has been hardened so previews of downloaded documents no longer trigger warnings or crashes.
The new Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1685 fixes a long‑standing problem where Windows Update files and the windows.old folder refuse to delete, making Settings > System > Storage’s “Free up space” function far more reliable. File Explorer now supports voice typing (Win + H) when renaming items, letting users say the new name instead of hunting for the keyboard; it works instantly during rename mode and needs no external microphone. Not every user will see these tweaks at once, as Canary features can be rolled out gradually via toggles in Insider settings—so keep an eye on “Apply updates to my device as soon as they’re available.”
The new Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.7965 brings several practical improvements for power users. Administrator protection is turned back on—this just‑in‑time elevation keeps free‑floating admin rights safe without constant prompts, a welcome change for those who run frequent system tweaks. The drag tray now uses a smaller peek window, cutting the accidental share that used to happen when a mouse slipped near the top of the screen. Finally, launching or resizing File Explorer panes no longer triggers that annoying white flash, and voice typing (Win + H) makes renaming files faster than ever.
Microsoft’s newest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7961 re‑enables Administrator Protection, letting users grant just‑in‑time admin rights to stop rogue installers from gaining full control while still allowing legitimate work to flow. A tweak to the drag tray shrinks the peek view and improves dismissal so windows near the screen edge no longer trigger accidental taskbar launches. File Explorer now accepts voice typing (Win + H) for renaming files, cutting down on tedious keyboard edits when batch‑renaming items. Finally, a few visual glitches—namely white flashes when opening new Explorer windows set to “This PC” or while resizing panes—have been smoothed out, giving the interface a more polished feel.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 28020.1673 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. The new build quietly drops Emoji 16.0, a single new icon for each major category that shows up in the emoji panel without any extra steps. The preview also flips on Quick Machine Recovery for unmanaged Windows Professional machines and folds first‑sign‑in restore into Windows Backup for Organizations, so fresh devices now pull user settings and Store apps automatically. A built‑in network speed test lives in the taskbar, pan/tilt sliders appear for supported webcams, RSAT finally works on Arm64 hardware, and nearby sharing is sturdier with larger files—all while dark mode finally sticks in File Explorer’s Folder Options dialog. Bottom line: this Canary build feels less like a glossy showcase and more like a genuine effort to smooth out the everyday annoyances.
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.7939 adds a registry switch that locks batch files while they execute, preventing mid‑run modifications that can cause “file in use” errors. The setting is enabled by creating a DWORD value named LockBatchFilesWhenInUse under HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Command Processor and setting it to 1. Once active, the command processor holds an exclusive lock on each batch file for the entire run, which stops rogue installers or driver updates from corrupting scripts on the fly. After applying the tweak, a simple self‑modifying script runs without error, confirming the protection is working.
The Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7934 adds a registry‑based option that locks batch files during execution, improving both security and script performance. Shared Bluetooth LE Audio now shows separate volume sliders for each listener, though the UI is a bit finicky. Narrator gains a quick shortcut to read status bars, while Paint finally supports freeform rotation of any selected object. Additional reliability fixes target storage cleanup and ADLaM keyboard typing, but those are mostly background polish.
The latest Windows 11 preview update, KB5077239, is now rolling out to Windows 11 26H1 PCs under a phased schedule and will be available on all devices later this month. This package includes several improvements such as enhanced Copilot features, updated File Explorer aesthetics, camera enhancements, and accessibility tweaks. The update also addresses various issues like the lock screen freezing when switching backgrounds and Explorer.exe stalling due to misbehaving startup apps. Additionally, it patches a memory leak in the slideshow lock screen, improves BitLocker recovery, and enhances Windows Sandbox stability.
The latest preview update for Windows 11, KB5077241, brings several new features to both Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 versions. The update includes the addition of Emoji 16.0, which adds fresh faces from major categories that can be accessed in the emoji panel, as well as other features such as a network speed test and camera pan/tilt controls. Additionally, the update improves the overall performance of Windows 11 with fixes like enhanced BitLocker reliability and more targeted Secure Boot certificates. The rollout of KB5077241 is being done in two phases: gradual and normal, which may cause some users to see the "This PC needs to restart" message on different dates than others.
The latest Windows 11 Canary build introduces several quality-of-life tweaks, including Cross-Device Resume, which allows seamless file transfer between Android devices and Microsoft 365 desktop programs. Narrator Customization now lets users control what UI elements are spoken and in what order, reducing cognitive load for screen-reader users. Windows Hello - Peripheral Fingerprint Support has been enhanced to include external fingerprint reader support, providing high-assurance login experiences on desktops and Copilot+ machines. The new build also features improvements to Voice Typing, including a delay slider to prevent premature command execution, as well as a streamlined setup process for Voice Access.
The latest Windows 11 Insider Preview (build 26300.7877) for Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel refines the right‑click “Open” icon, streamlines the Device info card in Settings, smooths taskbar hover effects, patches a File Explorer jump bug, makes Nearby Sharing more reliable for large files, and finally adds freeform rotate to Paint. These tweaks are mostly cosmetic polish, but the Explorer fix actually solves a real annoyance that many power users have hit after recent driver updates.
