As part of the 20H1 development, Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 10 build 18865 for devices enrolled in the Skip Ahead ring of the Windows Insider Program. This is the seventh preview available for testers, but a minor update with several fixes. Windows 10 build 18860 , according to the company, in the Cursor & pointer setting, tooltips will now show when you move the mouse over the different color options....

Microsoft releases update KB5027215 as a preview for Windows 10 22H2 and 21H2. The update bumps the version number to build 19045.3086 and 19044.3086. The update KB5027215 introduces security fixes and improvements. This is the last update that the company is rolling out for version 21H2. Microsoft is rolling out the update KB5027215 for Windows 10 22H2 and version 21H2 in the Stable Channel with security fixes and changes....

Microsoft releases update KB5029244 as a preview for Windows 10 22H2. The update bumps the version number to build 19045.3324. The update KB5029244 introduces security fixes and improvements. Windows 10 21H2 and versions 1809, 1607, and 1507 are also receiving updates. Microsoft rolls out the update KB5029244 as a preview for the next update of Windows 10 22H2 and version 21H2. The update is rolling out in the Stable Channel with security fixes and changes....

Microsoft is now releasing the Windows 10 Creators Update (version 1703) for PCs enrolled in the Release Preview ahead of the April 11th release . The Windows Insider Program allows enthusiasts and developers to get early access to previews of Windows 10 using the Fast and Slow rings. However, because installing early previews through these rings can affect your experience with bugs and errors, Microsoft also created the Release Preview ring, which is a third ring to get cumulative and driver updates, Windows Store apps updates, as well as features updates, before everyone else, but without significant risks....

If you’re planning to upgrade a device to the latest version of Windows 10 using the Media Creation Tool, Update Assistant, or ISO file, you may want to postpone the process to a later date. According to the Microsoft health dashboard website (via BleepingComputer ), the company has acknowledged an issue that causes the loss of system and user certificates when upgrading a device from Windows 10 version 1809 or higher (including version 20H2 ) to a later version....

The June 2025 Update (builds 19045.5965 and 19044.5965) for Windows 10 rolls out for version 22H2 and 21H2. It rolls back seconds to the clock and events for the Calendar flyout and introduces various fixes. This release also includes updates for versions 1809, 1607, and 1507 with minor improvements. UPDATED 6/13/2025: Windows 10 update KB5060533 (builds 19045.5965 and 19044.5965) is now rolling out the June 2025 update. This is yet another maintenance update for Windows 10 22H2 and 21H2, which introduces a new Calendar feature and various non-security fixes....

Microsoft is releasing the second update for Windows 10 Technical Preview, this time is build 9879, but unlike the previous release, build 9860, the 9879 is being released to the “Fast” ring of the Windows Insider Program. This means that if you want to test this less stable build of Windows 10, you need to go to PC settings , Update and recovery , Preview builds , and you must change from Slow to Fast in the drop-down menu option....

As part of October 2019 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft is now rolling out update KB4517389 for devices running Windows 10 version 1903, May 2019 Update , to address several issues. KB4517389 bumps the version number to build 18362.418, and according to the company, fixes a latency connection problems with the processor. In addition, this quality update addresses a print issue that caused print jobs to fail, and it patch some security vulnerabilities....

While you should use Windows Update to install Windows 10 version 1903, May 2019 Update , Microsoft also supports several other upgrade methods using its Media Creation Tool. You can download the Media Creation Tool from this Microsoft support website to download the May 2019 Update files to perform a clean installation, in-place upgrade, or to create an ISO file as soon as it becomes available shortly after the feature update launches....

Windows 10 version 1903 (May 2019 Update) has officially reached the end of support on December 8, 2020. This applies for all editions of the operating system, including Windows 10 Home, Pro, Enterprise, Education, and even Windows Server version 1903. Although you can technically continue to use version 1903, since Microsoft no longer offers supports for this release, devices running this version will stop receiving security and quality updates, and you will no longer be able to contact the company for support....

Windows 11 23H2 (2023 Update) has the same hardware requirements as versions 22H2 and 21H2. According to the company , “version 23H2 shares the same servicing branch and code base as Windows 11, version 22H2.” This means that the upgrade “will be a simple update to version 23H2 via a small enablement package” without reinstallation. If your computer is already running Windows 11 22H2, it’s compatible with version 23H2. However, if you plan to upgrade a device running Windows 10 , the hardware has to meet the minimum requirements, including a 64-bit dual-core processor, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2....

Windows 11 25H2 is expected to introduce a new “Shared audio” feature that allows you to play sound through two output devices simultaneously. You’ll be able to turn on the feature from the Quick Settings panel, although it’s still under internal testing and not yet publicly available. Microsoft appears to be working on a new “Shared audio” feature for Windows 11 25H2 that will allow you to play audio through multiple output devices....

Windows 11 build 22000.100 is now ready for download as update KB5004300. The update brings design changes and various tweaks for the taskbar. This flight also introduces a lot of fixes and known issues. Windows 11 build 22000.100, according to the company , updates the flyout for hidden items in the taskbar with rounded corners to match the new design style. Overflow flyout (source: Microsoft) You can now access Focus assist settings directly from the Notification Center....

Windows 11 build 22000.168 releases as update KB5005191. The new flight is available in the Dev and Beta Channels. It only introduces changes for Chat, Widgets, and several fixes. As part of the Windows 11 development, Microsoft is now rolling out build 22000.168 (KB5005191) in the Dev and Beta Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This is a small update that only ships with some minor changes and improvements....

Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 22H2 (build 22621.2283). The update is available for compatible devices as update KB5030219. This patch introduces several fixes and improvements. Also, the company is making available the update KB5030217 (build 22000.2416) for Windows 11 21H2. Microsoft has released the Windows 11 build 22621.2283 as the update KB5030219. The update is available for download on version 22H2 with new changes, security fixes, and improvements....

Windows 11 receives build 25163 with new features and changes. Build 25163 introduces the new Taskbar Overflow. This flight also brings improvements to file sharing. Also, the update receives a lot of fixes and improvements. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 25163 for devices enrolled in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This update includes new features, visual changes, and fixes that should arrive as soon as they are ready or as part of the next version of the operating system ....

Microsoft rolls out the preview of Windows Recall and Click to Do with the release of the update KB5046723 in the Dev Channel. This Windows 11 preview also updates the Windows Hello experience and settings. The company also makes available an update KB5046756 in the Beta Channel with the new Resume feature. You’ll also find visual changes for File Explorer, Start menu, and Passkeys settings. UPDATED 11/27/24: Microsoft continues the development of Windows 11 with the release of build 26120....

The calendar for the Taskbar on Windows 11 is getting a new Agenda view for viewing upcoming events and meetings. The experience was previously available on Windows 10, but it then disappeared in the new version of the operating system. Microsoft promises a first preview before the end of the year, and full release in early 2026. On Windows 11 , the Taskbar calendar flyout is finally gaining support for viewing upcoming events and meetings....

The first time you boot into Windows 8 you’ll be introduced to the new Lock screen. This new way to sign-in is by far more functional than anything you might have seen in previous versions of Windows and even in other operating systems. The Lock screen is your first experience getting into the new Windows 8 user-interface (or UI for short), it offers quite useful information: time and date, weather, email, and, if configured, other apps with real-time statuses as well....

Ahead of schedule Microsoft is announcing today that the next major Xbox One update is rolling out immediately, just in time to get consoles ready for Titanfall , which arrives on March 11th. The system update the software giant is delivering today includes fixes under the hood, brings improvements to Party and Friends list, and gets Xbox One ready to support the recently revealed media remote and the new Xbox One headset, and finally users will also get Twitch integration ....