Traditionally for Dev channel builds, Windows 11 Build 23419 comes with a bunch of hidden features and options that reveal what we will have in the OS in the near future. There are an updated File Explorer Home folder, a new button in the taskbar search box, options to manage recommended websites in Start, and more.
Microsoft has fixed a bug in Windows Snipping Tool that makes it save the original image even if you edited it
There is a rather serious vulnerability in the Snipping Tool in Windows 11, which allows you to partially or completely restore data removed from cpatures. A similar issue called "aCropalypse" is present in the screenshot tool on Google Pixel smartphones.
Microsoft Loop collaboration service launched in preview
Microsoft has started public preview for its "Loop" service. It allows working together on content from Microsoft 365. Work on projects is carried out inside workspaces, so administrators can easily manage content access rights.
Windows 11 Build 23419 (Dev) adds Kernel Dumps to Task Manager, USB4 Settings page
Microsoft has released a new Dev channel build to insiders, Windows 11 build 23419. Keep in mind that insiders who were previously on the Dev channel are automatically transferred to the new Canary channel. If you force the Dev channel in your Windows Insider settings while you're on build 23403, you won't get build 23419. Here are the changes in today's release.
Microsoft will now release optional updates on last week of the month
Microsoft has announced that, starting in April 2023, non-security cumulative updates will be released during the fourth week of the month. As a reminder, these updates are intended to test fixes and innovations for next month's mandatory cumulative updates, which users will receive on the second Tuesday.
Some Windows 11 “Moment 3” features are already in Build 22621.1483 (RP)
Microsoft has released Windows 11 version 22H2, build 22621.1483, with KB5023778 to Release Preview channel insiders. It build includes features that will be part of the next update, known as "Moment 3".
Windows 11 now allows you to automatically install preview updates
Microsoft has added a new option to Windows 11 that allows you to automatically install preview updates once they appear on Windows Update. The option significantly speeds up the update receiving process, as "Preview" updates come as optional patches that you have to install manually.
Microsoft makes pinning Windows 11 apps more transparent to the user
Microsoft has announced a number of changes in Windows 11 to make it easier to change default apps and give you control over pinning programs to the taskbar. In the coming months, the changes will become available Windows Insiders.
Microsoft Edge is getting a Crypto Wallet feature
You may remember that some time ago the Opera browser has got a Crypto wallet feature that allows you to manage digital currencies with ease. Looks like someone at Microsoft got inspired by this option and decided to add something similar to Edge.
March update of Windows Subsystem for Android 2302.4000 improves stability, audio issues and security
Microsoft has released a new version 2202.4000 of Windows Subsystem for Android. The new WSA is available in the Windows Insider Dev and Beta Channels. It includes Android 13 security updates, and improves hardware support, along with audio issues and security fixes.
