Microsoft has rolled out version 137 of its Edge browser, introducing a mix of bug fixes, new enterprise tools, AI integrations, and the deprecation of several lesser-used features. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new, what’s changing, and what’s being phased out in Microsoft Edge version 137.0.3296.52.
KB5058499 for Windows 11 24H2 updates Copilot, Power Management, Settings, HDR and more
Microsoft has released optional cumulative update KB5058499 (build 26100.4202) for Windows 11 version 24H2, which brings with it a huge set of bug fixes and various improvements. Here are the details.
Windows 11 Build 27868 (Canary) greatly improves Voice Access
Windows 11 Build 27868 is now available to Insiders in the Canary channel. The key change in this update is a new Welcome screen in Voice Access that notifies about new options and improvements. There are also a good set of fixes.
Google Releases Chrome 137 with New Features and Security Enhancements
Google has released Chrome 137 that is bringing new features like integrated Gemini chatbot support for Windows and macOS, enhanced AI-powered phishing detection, and improved privacy protections. The update also removes the --load-extension flag for security reasons and discontinues SwiftShader fallback in WebGL for better system integrity. The update now available alongside a stable update to the open-source Chromium project. The Chromium project serves as Chrome’s foundation. Chrome includes additional features not found in Chromium, such as Google branding, automatic updates, DRM support, and crash reporting.
Windows 11 Start Menu Revealed as Resource-Heavy React Native App, Sparks Performance Concerns
Recent observations from users on the social platform X have uncovered performance issues tied to the Windows 11 Start Menu, revealing that the component is built using React Native - a framework known for its cross-platform flexibility but criticized for inefficiency in system-level applications.
Windows will soon update all your apps from Windows Update
Microsoft has launched a private preview for a new Windows Update orchestration platform, designed to provide a more unified and coordinated approach to managing updates across applications, drivers, and Windows components. In simple words, your regular apps will be updated from Windows Update.
Microsoft Moves Time Server Address Option from Control Panel to Settings
Microsoft continues to expand the Settings app with classic options. In Windows 11, the time server address configuration waves goodbye to the classic Control Panel and is getting a new home in Settings.
KB5058502 Preview for Windows 11 Comes with a Lot of Improvements
Microsoft has released optional cumulative update KB5058502 (builds 22621.5413 and 22631.5413) for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, which brings with it bug fixes and various improvements.
Firefox 139 Released with Custom Wallpaper for NTP and Link Preview Support
Mozilla has officially released the Firefox 139 web browser. The company has also issued updates for the long-term support branches: Firefox 115.24.0 and Firefox 128.11.0. Meanwhile, Mozilla has moved the Firefox 140 branch into the beta testing phase, with the final release scheduled for June 24, 2025.
Edge 136 Stable Features Copilot Integration on the New Tab Page
Microsoft has announced the availability of Edge 136.0.3240.92. The update is now available for everyone with new enhancements that improve productivity. For that, you will find more seamless integration of AI-powered capabilities via Copilot directly on the New Tab Page (NTP).
