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Microsoft has confirmed a bug in the March KB5053598 update for Windows 11 24H2, which leads to the removal of the Microsoft Copilot AI assistant from users' PCs. The app is being removed without a prompt or confirmation from the end user.

Microsoft has released a new preview of Windows 11 to Insiders in the Release Preview channel. Build 26100.3613 (KB5053656) applies to version 24H2, and comes with a number of improvements. Specially, Copilot+ devices are getting much improved Live Captions, and the Settings app is featuring hardware cards. Besides, there are a number of fixes and quality-of-life improvements.

Microsoft has prepared a new update to the Paint app for Windows 11. Version 11.2502.121.0 brings with it improvements to the CoCreator user interface. At the moment, only Windows Insiders in the Dev and Canary channels can give it a try.

Windows 11 Build  22635.5090 (KB5053649) is now available to Insider program participants in the Beta channel. It applies to version 23H2 and comes with several fixes. Also, it adds support for Simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and Traditional Chinese (zn-tw).

Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 26120.3576 (KB5053650),to Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels. Besides fixes, it features more intuitive and convenient Voice Access.

Microsoft continues moving the classic Control Panel options to the modern Settings app. Mouse options are now fully available in the Settings app for some Insiders. In the near future, the options they leave their classic place, making the Control Panel more and more useless. Microsoft is actively working on making the latter ready for the removal.

Microsoft is rolling out updated versions of the Snipping Tool and Notepad apps to Windows 11 Insiders running Dev and Canary builds. The Snipping Tool update introduces the Draw & Hold feature in the Snipping Tool, allowing users to convert freehand drawings into precise geometric shapes by holding the pen or cursor before releasing. The tool also supports a new ms-screenclip protocol that allows integration of Snipping Tool features into external applications. Notepad now includes an AI-powered Summarize feature to generate brief summaries of selected text. Additionally, Notepad adds a Recent Files section in the File menu.

Microsoft is releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5674 (KB5053643) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update adds Noto CJK fonts for improved Chinese, Japanese, and Korean text support in Windows. It resolves issues with File Explorer thumbnails displaying white pages, enhances security by storing temporary files in a protected directory (C:\Windows\SystemTemp), and fixes problems with troubleshooters in Remote Desktop sessions. Additionally, it improves printer functionality for IHV drivers and enhances discoverability of web search providers in the European Economic Area through Windows Search. Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles have also been updated.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.5116 (KB5053657) to Insiders in the Release Preview channel. Changes include extended text scaling in Explorer, context menu button labels, and a Home page in Settings for corporate devices. A virtual keyboard layout for Xbox gamepads is now available, along with an emoji icon in the system tray. Task Manager now calculates CPU usage consistently with industry standards, and optional legacy metrics are accessible on the Details tab. Additional improvements include support for Noto fonts for CJK languages, fixes for printer issues, and resolved crashes related to network VHD(X) profiles. Some features, like suggested actions for copied phone numbers or dates, have been discontinued. Not all features are available to all users yet.