Category: Windows 11

Microsoft has announced the end of support for Windows 11 SE, a very special version of Windows launched in 2021 for budget education devices. The operating system was developed to compete with Chrome OS in the low-cost laptop segment.

Microsoft today released Windows 11 Build 27913 to Insiders on the Canary channel. It comes with a number of improvements. The Settings app now features a centrally located search box for improved accessibility. The Windows Vista boot sound no longer plays unexpectedly, restoring the correct Windows 11 startup sound. Underlying improvements address instances where the desktop background appeared black instead of the configured wallpaper. And more.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 26120.5722 (KB5062669) to Insiders in the Beta channel.. It applies to Windows 11 version 24H2 and comes with a number of improvements. For example: The AI agent in the Settings app is now available on Copilot+ PCs with AMD and Intel processors. A redesigned SCOOBE experience offers a more intuitive setup flow, while enhancements to Click to Do include a new interactive tutorial. And much more.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 26200.5722 (KB5062669) to Insiders in the Dev channel. It comes with new features and improvements across the operating system. The AI agent in the Settings app is now available on Copilot+ PCs with AMD and Intel processors. A redesigned SCOOBE experience offers a more intuitive setup flow, while enhancements to Click to Do include a new interactive tutorial. And much more.

NVIDIA has rescheduled the release of its ARM-based processors, now expecting to launch them in late 2026 or early 2027. The decision follows reports from DigiTimes citing multiple contributing factors, including delays in Microsoft’s development of Windows on ARM, necessary revisions to the chip architecture, and a decline in global laptop demand.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27909 to the Canary Channel. This update delivers a series of improvements and fixes aimed at enhancing system stability and user experience for Insiders. The company has confirmed that it will not release SDKs for builds in the 27xxx series at this time.

As the end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 version 22H2 is coming closer, users are reporting an increasing frequency of Windows 11 upgrade prompts. Surprisingly, it appears on systems that do not meet official hardware requirements.

Microsoft makes Cloud Gaming easier to access via Xbox PC App. Games available to play through Xbox Cloud Gaming will now appear in the library and recent games list in the Xbox app for PC. This includes both original Xbox games and console exclusives for Xbox Series X|S.

Microsoft has released optional cumulative update  KB5062663 (builds 22621.5699 and 22631.5699) for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, which brings with it bug fixes and various improvements.

Microsoft has released optional cumulative update KB5062660 (build 26100.4770) for Windows 11 version 24H2, which brings with it bug fixes and various improvements.