Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 26252 to Windows Insider program participants on the Canary channel. This update brings weather, sports, stock market, and traffic widgets to the lock screen. Also, the Start menu supports drag and drop to the taskbar and desktop, the Settings app shows build expiration date, and more.
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Firefox 128 allows translating selected text on a web page
Firefox 128 stable is now available for everyone. The release is notable for bringing with it an option to translate selection only, a new dialog to clear browsing data, JPEG-XL image support, and more.
Patch Tuesday, July 9, 2024, includes the first update for Windows 11 24H2
It is the second Tuesday of the month, so here are cumulative updates for all supported Windows versions. This time, the update is also available for Windows 11 24H2, which is currently being tested on Copilot+ PCs.
Windows 11 22H2 reaches its end of support in 90 days
Microsoft reminded users that support for Windows 11 22H2 will end on October 8, 2024. This applies to Windows 11 22H2 Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstations, which were released on September 20, 2022. The company recommends upgrade to version 23H2.
Windows 11 Notepad now supports spell checking in stable version of the OS
Since March 2024, is testing spell-checking and auto-correct features in Notepad among Windows 11 insiders. But now, these features are being rolled out to the stable version of the operating system.
Microsoft Store will soon get search for the Library
Microsoft is testing a UI improvement for the Library in the Store app. The entry point of your purchases and favorite apps will soon allow you to find the needed one thanks to the search box addition.
Microsoft has started a new wave of developer layoffs on July 1
Microsoft has carried out another round of layoffs. The layoffs affected development teams in several regions. However, the company declined to name the exact number of laid-off employees.
Winaero Tweaker 1.63 is available
I am releasing Winaero Tweaker 1.63. It includes several new features and some fixes. Here we go.
Google Chrome will allow Isolated Web App access sensitive USB devices
Google is working on a new feature called Unrestricted WebUSB that allows trusted sandboxed web apps to bypass security restrictions in the WebUSB API.
Microsoft puts on hold the rollout of new features to the Dev channel
The Windows Insider team has paused the release of new features in Windows 11 Insider Build 26120.961 on the Dev channel. The reason behind this move is not disclosed. Insiders will start receiving updates when the rollout resumes.
