Microsoft today released Windows 11 Builds 22621.3951 (22H2) and 22631.3951 (23H2), KB5040527 to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. It includes options to duplicate a tab in File Explorer, to pin shortcuts from the Start menu to the taskbar and make a desktop shortcut with drag-n-drop, and more.
Category: Windows 11
Windows 11 Build 26252 adds several new widgets to the lock screen
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.
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 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.
Microsoft resumes the KB5039302 rollout for Windows 11 23H2/22H2
Microsoft is again rolling out the infamous KB5039302 for Windows 11, versions 22H2 and 23H2. The company notes that on devices that run virtual machines the patch can cause a reboot loop, so such devices will be no longer offered to receive this update.
Microsoft starts activating new features in the Dev channel
Microsoft has enabled a number of new features, changes, and improvements for the earlier released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.961. It is available in the Dev channel since June 14, 2024.
Windows 11 Build 26244 (Canary) can back up your sound scheme, adds Xbox tile to Settings Home
Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 26244 to Insiders on the Canary channel. It will back up your sound settings including the sound scheme/files, and also includes a few changes to the Settings app.
