The latest Canary release of Windows 11, Build 27686, brings with it a change for the HDR feature. You can now enable HDR for video streams while keep it disabled for the screen. Even if the HDR feature is disabled in the operating system settings, you will be to broadcast HDR content.
Keep uBlock Origin working in Chrome by extending ManifestV2 support
Here's a bit of good news: You can keep ManifestV2 enabled till 2025 in Chrome and Edge and keep working uBlock Origin and other extensions. Chrome developers has provided an option to keep ManifestV2 along its third incarnation. This will allow you to run all your favorite page modifiers, ad filters, and similar extensions for an extra year.
PowerToys Workspaces can launch and then arrange apps into specific layout
The PowerToys app suite is getting a new tool called Workspaces. It will allow users to customize the layout of applications on the screen and save layouts as shortcuts to launch them later with one click.
Windows 11 now supports FAT32 volumes up to 2 TB
Microsoft has removed the legacy limit of the 32GB size for FAT32 partitions in the latest Windows 11 Canary release. Now you can create partitions of 2TB natively. Earlier, you could do the same but with help of third-party tools. Starting in Build 27686, the inbox console "format" command supports the large volume size for FAT32.
Microsoft Pulled Out Defective KB5034441 and KB5034440 Updates
Microsoft has stopped distribution of its January security updates KB5034441 (Windows 10 21H2/22H2), KB5034440 (Windows 11 21H2) and KB5034439 (Windows Server 2022). These are proven to be defective, often ending up installation with an error with the code 0x80070643 — ERROR_INSTALL_FAILURE. Due to the insufficient size of the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) partition, the updates were unable to update some of the WinRE files.
Windows 11 Build 27686 (Canary) comes with a new Windows Sandbox version
Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 Build 27686 to Insiders in the Canary channel. For a reason, Microsoft has raised the build number from previously released build 26257. Feature wise, it includes a new Windows Sandbox Client (Preview), the ability to detach a mounted VHD in Settings, and improved battery life!
Xbox Game Bar gets compact mode in Windows 11
Microsoft has added a new compact mode for the Xbox Game Bar . The new layout is specially designed for smaller screens and portable devices. The update is gradually coming to Xbox Insiders enrolled in the PC Gaming Preview.
Windows 11 24H2 may slow down your SSD by 45%
A change in Windows 11 24H2 may have negative impact on your computer's performance. Microsoft is enabling BitLocker device encryption by default in the upcoming version of the OS. When you sign-in to the pre-installed Windows 11 or set it up on a new device with a Microsoft account or work / school account, the drive will be encrypted automatically.
Cumulative updates for Windows 11 and 10, August 13, 2024
Microsoft has issued monthly cumulative updates for all supported versions of Windows 11 and 10. While these updates do not usually include new features, they mostly focus on resolving identified issues and addressing vulnerabilities.
YouTube Music introduces Personal Radio, a public playlist with your tracks
YouTube music is gradually rolling personal radio, a new feature to stream and share your preferences. The service adds it to your profile and builds its with tracks from your listening history. Once it appears for you, you can share it with your friends or add to the library.
