Category: Windows 11

Microsoft has released a new version of the Copilot app for Windows (1.25121.60.0 and later), which includes a text editing feature. It allows you to use artificial intelligence to change text in real time.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7523 (KB5072043) to the Dev and Beta Channels. Both channels currently receive identical builds for Windows 11, version 25H2. Insiders in the Dev Channel may switch to the Beta Channel while this alignment continues. The switch window will close once the Dev Channel advances to a higher build number, which may reduce stability.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 (version 26H1) Build 28020.1362 (KB5073095) to Insiders in the Canary Channel. It introduces several updates across system features and applications. Paint version 11.2511.281.0 now supports auto-hiding the toolbar, accessible via a chevron icon. The Xbox Full Screen Experience expands to more portable devices, offering console-inspired navigation and performance improvements by reducing background tasks. The Click to Do context menu appears automatically for large images or tables and improves access to common commands. An AI agent in Settings assists with recent configuration changes, while Search shows more results and explains limitations when changes are unavailable. And more.

The Redmond software maker is starting the roll-out a dedicated Themes section in the Microsoft Store for Windows 11. It includes more than 35 new additions, while featuring over 400 curated themes, most of which are already known to the public. The themes include wallpapers and dynamic accent colors, and may include a set of sounds.

Microsoft recently announced a forthcoming update to Windows 11 that will allow you to remove the “AI Actions” section from the File Explorer right-click context menu. The change responds to user feedback pointing at interface clutter, specially from those who do not use Microsoft’s built-in artificial intelligence features.

Microsoft has announced the return of the Calendar Agenda view to the Windows 11 Notification Center. This feature, which displayed upcoming events and meetings directly in the Action Center, was available in Windows 10 but omitted when Windows 11 launched in 2021. The reintroduced Agenda view will appear as part of an upcoming Windows 11 update.

For decades, Windows has served as an open and flexible foundation for PC gaming. This ending year marked a notable shift in the Microsoft ecosystem, caused by establishing versatility across portable consoles and Arm-based hardware.

Microsoft has filed a new patent titled "IN_EAR AUTHENTICATION," outlining a biometric identification system embedded directly into Surface Buds. This aims at protecting devices from unauthorized access and at offering a modern method for user verification on Windows platforms.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 (version 26H1) Build 28000.1340 (KB5072032) to Insiders in the Canary channel. It is slowing incorporating features from other channel.

Microsoft has released monthly cumulative updates for all supported Windows systems. These updates primarily address known bugs and vulnerabilities, but may also include new features. The updates are now available through Windows Update. Here are some details.