Category: Windows 11

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26220.6760 (KB5065793) to Insiders in the Dev channel. It shares the changes with the Beta release, and similarly includes the Internet speed test, improved voice access, and fixes.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 (version 24H2) Build 26120.6760 (KB5065793) to Insiders in the Beta channel. It adds an internet speed test accessible from the taskbar or system tray, supporting Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and cellular connections. The Get Started app now includes a Microsoft 365 Copilot page for corporate devices with active subscriptions, offering guidance and feature access. File Explorer received StorageProvider API support for cloud integration, while Emoji 16.0 support remains temporarily disabled. Voice access gained a configurable delay setting before executing commands.

Microsoft has released a new update to the Photos app for Windows 11, now rolling out across all Insider channels. The Photos app version 2025.11090.25001.0 can automatically organize photos into categories using a dedicated AI model.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 27954, to Insiders in the Canary channel. It introduces minor enhancements and fixes aimed at refining the overall operating system experience. A notable fix addresses an issue that previously blocked access to network resources using the legacy SMBv1 protocol via NetBIOS over TCP/IP (NetBT).

Microsoft has lifted a compatibility safeguard that previously blocked devices with integrated cameras from installing Windows 11 version 24H2. The hold addressed a bug that caused application freezes when using face or object detection features through the integrated camera.The problem affected multiple camera-dependent functions, including the Windows Camera app, Windows Hello facial recognition sign-in, and other applications relying on integrated camera hardware. Microsoft first acknowledged the issue in October 2024, noting that affected devices might encounter disruptions in these scenarios after upgrading to the 24H2 release.

Microsoft has confirmed a known issue affecting Windows 11 version 24H2 systems that install the August 29, 2025 non-security preview update (KB5064081) or subsequent releases. The problem prevents certain applications from playing Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected video content or handling live TV display and recording functions.

Microsoft has rolled out a new non-security preview optional update for Windows 11. It is available via KB5065790 and applies to version 23H2. After installing, you will have Build 22621.5984 in the OS version tag. This release comes with some quality improvements and also introduces select new features. Here are the details.

Microsoft has published the official Release to Manufacturing (RTM) ISO media for Windows 11 version 25H2. The build, identified as 26200.6584, is now accessible directly from Microsoft’s servers. This marks the final stage of development before general availability.

Internal testing of native video wallpaper support has been spotted in recent Windows 11 Insider Preview builds. Users will be able to apply video files in widely used container formats, including MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, M4V, and MKV, as desktop backgrounds. The system will automatically loop playback without requiring user intervention. Video resolution and frame rate will be adjusted dynamically to maintain system stability and resource consumption during playback.

Microsoft announced the official release of its gaming assistant, Gaming Copilot. It acts as a personal companion who knows what game you're playing and understands your activity within the Xbox ecosystem. It can help you navigate challenging situations, offer tactical advice, and answer questions about your game account, match history, and achievements. The feature is available to players aged 18 and older on Windows PC through Game Bar. It will launch on the Xbox mobile app for iOS and Android in October. Regional availability excludes mainland China.