Microsoft intends to advertise its services in the Windows 11 Start menu. This not even news for most users who track the Dev channel. Earlier, this advertisement option was discovered in Build 25227. Officially known as Start menu badges, they will remind the user to do this or that important action.
Category: Windows 11
Cumulative updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10, November 2022
Microsoft has released cumulative updates for all supported operating systems. As usual, such updates do not bring any new features with them. Their goal is to fix bugs and patch vulnerabilities. Updates are already available from Windows Update.
Windows 11 Beta channel has got builds 22623.885 and 22621.885
Microsoft has released new preview builds of Windows 11 (version 22H2) 22621.885 and 22623.885 (KB5020054) to Windows Insiders on the Beta channel.Build 22623.885 includes several new features, and Build 22621.885 comes with new features disabled by default.
Updated official Windows 11 virtual machines available for download
Microsoft has released an updated version of Windows 11 machines. The company predominantly targets them for developers, but anyone else can play with them. Instead of installing the latest OS on a virtual machine yourself, you can download the ready-use image that also includes a set of developer tools.
How to enable the hidden Energy Recommendations Settings page in Windows 11
Besides the search in Task Manager and the updated Reset PC dialog, recent Windows 11 pre-release builds include one more hidden gem. The Settings app now has a new Energy Recommendations page that allows you to reduce your carbon footprint and extend the battery life by following the tips listed on it. Each of the recommendations includes a one-click action that applies optimal settings, e.g. display turn off time, power scheme, and so on.
How to enable Search Box in Task Manager on Windows 11
Microsoft is working on adding a search box to the Task Manager. It will appear right in the title bar, so the user will be one click away from search for processes and services by their name, developer, or PID. The new feature exists in Windows 11 starting in Insider Build 25231, but it is hidden.
Microsoft Store makes it easier to find and get digital attach offers available for your device
Along with Windows 11 Build 25236, Insiders are getting an updated Microsoft Store. Version 22210.1401.+ includes two improvements. One of them will help you find games bundled with your device, and the other one brings more adaptive design for search product cards.
Windows 11 Build 25236 (Dev) refines taskbar search experience
Microsoft today released a new Dev channel build to Insiders. The official change log mostly highlights various fixes and general improvements. For new features, the company mentioned a new style of tips that help the user use the search efficiently.
Continuum mode flashbacks has been found in Android 12L for Surface Duo
You may remember Continuum, a feature that allowed the user to seamlessly switch between the touch UI and the mouse/keyboard centric UI depending on which peripherals are attached to the PC/tablet and whether it is docked or undocked. It was created primarily for Windows 10 Mobile. Now, bits of this idea appear in Android 12L released for Surface Duo.
Windows 11 Receives an updated “Reset this PC” dialog with Fluent Design touches
Microsoft continues to update dialogs in the Settings app that retain the style of Windows 8 overall all these years. Following the Rename this PC box, the Reset this PC wizard has got a more stylish appearance. It now goes well with Windows 11's version of Fluent Design.
