Microsoft now releases Windows 11 Build 22000.466 (KB5008353) to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. This is a quality update that only brings fixes and improvements to the OS. There are no new features.
Category: Windows 11
January 2022 Patch Tuesday caused issues with VPN connections
This week, Microsoft released monthly cumulative and security updates for all supported Windows versions. The updates resolve a number vulnerabilities and fix several bugs. However, something went wrong, as consumers are now having issues with VPN after installing the updates. Also, there are domain controller boot loops on Windows Server.
Windows 11 Generic Keys for All Editions
The Windows 11 generic keys are technically default keys that allows you to install the OS without activation. They don't provide you with a licensed copy, but are great for testing new builds. If Windows 11 refuses to install without a product key, or installs a wrong edition, you can specify the appropriate generic key.
Windows 11 Build 22533 finally includes new volume flyout and more
Microsoft today released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22533 to the Dev Channel. It is already to Windows Insiders, and brings a ton of long awaited features. A redesigned volume slider that appears no laptops when you press hotkeys is among them. Also, there are official ISOs if you want to clean install this build.
Microsoft updates Surface Pro X lineup with Windows 11-optimized firmware
Microsoft released a new firmware update for its ARM-based Surface Pro tablets. January 2021 update for Surface Pro X (first-gen), Surface Pro X with SQ2 processors, and Surface Pro X (Wi-Fi, the latest model) brings improved Windows 11 support and various enhancements.
How to Enable Windowed Alt+Tab Experience in Windows 11
Here is how you can enable the windowed Alt+Tab experience in Windows 11. On January 6, Microsoft released Windows 11 build 22526 with several fixes and minor feature improvements. One of the changes is a slightly redesigned Alt + Tab experience. The operating system no longer blurs the entire background when you press Alt + Tab to switch between apps or tabs in Microsoft Edge. The UI now resembles the one Microsoft uses in Windows 10.
Windows 11 will soon work much better with AirPods
Microsoft is working on improving the audio quality during calls in Windows 11 when you use Apple's AirPods headphones. In the latest preview build of Windows 11 Microsoft released yesterday, the company has made various under-the-hood improvements and added support for wideband speech.
Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22526
Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22526 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. This is a minor release and contains mostly fixes.
Photos app for Windows 11 gets improved editing tools
Microsoft kicked in 2022 by releasing a bunch of updates for stock Windows 11 apps. Recently the new Media Player received new personalization settings, and now a new version of the Photos app brings improved editing tools.
Google brings Nearby Share to Windows PCs
In its official blog, Google posted a bunch of CES 2022 announcements focused on improving communications between Android, Chromebook, and Windows devices. Following the recent announcements of Play Games coming soon to Windows 10 and 11, Google revealed its plans to introduce Nearby Share for Windows PCs.
