Besides the new Dev channel build, Microsoft today updated the Beta channel for Insiders with Windows 11 version 22H2, builds 22621.575 and 22622.575. They are out with KB5016694 and have quite a different set of features.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Windows 11 Build 25179 (Dev) brings up File Explorer tabs and navigation pane to everyone
Today's build in the Dev channel finally makes File Explorer tabs and the new navigation pane available to everyone. Also, Microsoft is experimenting with how File Explorer shows search results. Finally, there are input improvements, and ISO images available for clean install.
Microsoft open sources its Windows 11 emoji for everyone to expand the set
Microsoft has decided to open-source its Fluent Design 3D emojis to encourage creativity and inclusiveness in the emoji space. A library of 1538 emoji from today is available in Figma and on GitHub .
Cumulative updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10 of August 2022 are here
Microsoft has released monthly cumulative updates for all supported operating systems. Traditionally for Patch Tuesday, they do not bring anything new besides fixes. Updates are already live on Windows Update.
Mozilla Firefox is getting an extension button similar to Chrome
Firefox is getting a toolbar button that will host all your installed extensions behind a menu. The similar idea has already implemented in Chrome and Edge, so Mozilla follows the suit.
A bug prevents XPS and OXPS files from opening in Windows 11 and 10
A new issue affects Microsoft's actual operating systems. When you try to open an XPS or OXPS file on Windows 11 or 10, the built-in viewer hangs and creates heavy CPU load. This happens to documents in some non-English languages.
Edge 104 stable enables Enhanced Security mode for everyone
Microsoft Edge version 104.0.1293.47 is now available in the stable channel. It is the first browser release that enables the Enhanced Security feature by default. Formerly known as "Super Duper Security Mode", it had two options, Balanced and Strict. Starting with Edge 104 stable, it now adds new mode, "Basic", which is enabled by default.
Microsoft has added Dictation to OneNote for Windows and Web
OneNote for Windows and OneNote Web have received a major feature update. Now both apps support voice dictation in more than 50 languages.
Here are some new details about the Designer app Microsoft’s working on
Earlier in May, enthusiasts have discovered a new "Designer" app with little to nothing information on what it does. More information has become available about this new tool.
Microsoft is testing an Xbox Game Pass family subscription
Microsoft is testing the Xbox Game Pass family subscription, which will allow users to add other people to their subscription and give them access to the benefits of the service. Xbox Game Pass Family Preview is now available in Colombia and Ireland. You can add up to four people to your subscription, but they must all be in the same country as you.
