Category: Windows 11

Microsoft has released a new Release Preview channel build of Windows 11 (version 23H2). Build 22631.6132 comes via a KB5067112 patch, and includes several fixes.

Automatic Updates Now Unavoidable Beyond Five Weeks. Microsoft has modified the update settings for apps installed through the Microsoft Store on Windows 11 and Windows 10. Users can no longer disable automatic app updates entirely. Instead, the system now allows only a temporary pause, ranging from one to five weeks.

Microsoft has released new Windows 11 preview builds 26100.7015 (24H2) and  26200.7015 (25H2) to Insiders in the Release Preview channel. The changes come via KB5067036 and include a staged set of features.

Microsoft has introduced dark theme support for several classic system elements in specific Windows 11 Insider Preview builds. In recent builds 26220.6972 (Dev) and 26120.6972 (Beta), you can have the dark theme applied  to additional components such as the Run dialog and Folder Options. However, not everyone is seeing the change. It is a gradual roll-out, so it may  be missing on your device. However, they can be enabled manually using the ViVeTool utility.

Microsoft has released out of band cumulative update KB5070773 for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2 (builds 26100.6901 and 26200.6901). The company deploys such updates only when a problem demands immediate attention outside its standard monthly release schedule. It comes with the following important fix:

Microsoft has confirmed the general availability of the Windows 11 2025 Update (version 25H2). This information was published on the " Release Information " page. This means the new version of the operating system is now available to all users on compatible devices.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 preview build 26120.6972 (KB5067106) to Beta channel Insiders. This build introduces a Mobile Device Settings page under Bluetooth & Devices, enabling users to add, view, and manage mobile devices, including using them as connected cameras or accessing their files via File Explorer. The Start menu now includes a link to the Microsoft account benefits webpage, and Game Pass plan names in Settings reflect updated branding. File Explorer enhancements include dark theme support in the Folder Options dialog and configurable Drag Tray settings for Nearby Sharing.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 preview build 26220.6972 (KB5067106) to Dev channel Insiders. This build introduces a Mobile Device Settings page under Bluetooth & Devices, enabling users to add, view, and manage mobile devices, including using them as connected cameras or accessing their files via File Explorer. The Start menu now includes a link to the Microsoft account benefits webpage, and Game Pass plan names in Settings reflect updated branding. File Explorer enhancements include dark theme support in the Folder Options dialog and configurable Drag Tray settings for Nearby Sharing.

In the coming weeks, Microsoft will begin testing the tight integration of its AI assistant, Copilot, into the taskbar search in Windows 11. This move aims turn the taskbar into a dynamic hub to help you achieve more with less effort, "turning everyday interactions into moments of productivity and enjoyment." Here are some details.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 27971 to Windows Insiders in the Canary channel. It comes with various fixes, and also allows the Notification Center pane to open on the active display in multi-monitor setups.