Windows 11 Update Kb5031455 Outs For Version 22H2, 23H2 (Preview)

Microsoft rolls out build 22621.2506 for Windows 11 22H2 as a preview in the Stable Channel. The update KB5031455 expands the version 23H2 features to more users. In addition, this release includes a slew of non-security fixes and improvements. The same update is available as build 22631.2506 for version 23H2 in the Release Preview Channel. On October 31, 2023, the update became available in the Stable Channel as an optional install for version 22H2....

January 8, 2026 · 6 min · 1146 words · Wanda Jefferies

Windows 12 Reference Appears On Intel’S Internal Records

Intel’s internal documents make reference to Windows 12. The documents say that Windows 12 will be supported on the Meteor Lake processors. Windows 12 is also likely to focus on AI features among other changes. Microsoft and Intel seem to be already collaborating to build Windows 12. According to @leaf_hobby on Twitter (known to leak accurate hardware information) has revealed some details of the Meteor Lake desktop processor platform, and the details mention that the next generation of processors will support “Windows 12....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 423 words · Cheryl Kowal

Windows 7 And Windows Server 2008 R2 Sp1 Are Almost Here!

Source Blogging Windows blog & Windows Server Division WebLog

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 9 words · Mary Martinez

Xbox Series X Tech Specs

Microsoft’s Xbox Series X represents the next generation of the game console, and it’ll (once again) the most powerful console in the market, as it packs amazing tech specs. Some of which includes, an 8-core AMD zen 2 processor running at 3.8GHz, AMD RDNA 2 graphics with 12 teraflops and 52 compute units clocked at 1.825GHz, 16GB of GDDR6 RAM, and custom PCIe 4.0 NVME 1TB Solid-State Drive (SSD). Xbox Series X specs list Here are the hardware specs available with the Xbox Series X :...

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 174 words · Rich Rolfe

Beach Glow Theme For Windows 10 (Download)

Each of the images in this free theme for Windows 10 seems to have been taken from a scene of a romantic reverie. The Beach Glow collection includes 18 images of the sunrise and sunset reflecting majestically over the sea giving a unique touch to each of the beautiful beaches around the world. The theme is available through the Microsoft Store, and it is available for free to set as backgrounds on devices running Windows 10 only....

January 7, 2026 · 1 min · 164 words · Ethel Phelps

Bing In Brazil Theme For Windows (Download)

These wallpapers bring you all the excitement directly from Brazil. An amazing destination, full of color, happy people, exotic birds, warm weather, unbelievable beaches, and so much more. Bing made the trip for you, to open a window to that particular beauty. Now you can download photographs taken in that country while at its most beautiful days. Photos that could probably be a little difficult for you to take if you were to travel there, given that most of them are aerial pictures....

January 7, 2026 · 1 min · 109 words · Charles Enriquez

Build 26120.4452 (Kb5060836) For Windows 11 Lets You Reposition Indicators In Beta Channel

Windows 11 build 26120.4452 (KB5060836) introduces a redesigned homepage for the Recall app, a new setting to reposition hardware indicators, and AI-powered context menu features for File Explorer in the Beta Channel. The update also adds support for multiple clocks in the Notification Center and region setup visibility and includes several fixes for Search, Taskbar crashes, and system reset issues. In the Beta Channel , Microsoft is making available Windows 11 build 26120....

January 7, 2026 · 4 min · 828 words · Lorraine Chen

Build 26220.6982 (Kb5067109) For Windows 11 25H2 Brings New Copy & Search Feature And More (Dev)

Windows 11 update KB5067109 for versions 24H2 and 25H2 adds a new Copy & Search feature, improves Voice Typing, and brings proactive memory diagnostics. This rollout also ships multiple bug fixes and improvements for Click to Do, Start menu, File Explorer, Taskbar, Widgets, and more. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 26220.6982 as the update KB5067109 for version 25H2 through the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program....

January 7, 2026 · 5 min · 927 words · Elizabeth Martin

Cumulative Update Kb3201845 Rolls Out For Windows 10 Version 1607

Microsoft is releasing a new cumulative update for the latest version of Windows 10 . The new update is described as KB3201845, the company first released the update for testing for computers and phones enrolled in the Release Preview ring on November 29th, but now is rolling out to everyone. KB3201845 bumps version number of Windows 10 to build 14393.479, and includes a number of fixes and improvements and now that they’re considered stable, Microsoft is making them available to devices running Windows 10 Anniversary Update ....

January 7, 2026 · 3 min · 506 words · Harold Meaney

Dazzling Stained Glass Theme For Windows 10 (Download)

Did you know that stained glass windows are also known as “illuminated wall decorations”? This is because their main purpose is to control the light coming into a building instead of what others might think of a fancy, creative way to letting it in. These 15 images for this week’s background wallpapers will do neither for you but rather accentuate the look of your work space by bringing some color to your Windows computer....

January 7, 2026 · 1 min · 108 words · Timothy White

Fields Of Flowers Theme For Windows 10 (Download)

As the spring approaches in the northern hemisphere this new theme has the most beautiful photographs of fields of flowers to welcome it. Time to let the sunshine in and see those tulips, sunflowers, lavender and wildflowers bloom once more. The gorgeous views and colorful landscapes make the best wallpapers for those nature lovers. All ready to download free for Windows 10 this week. If the images rotate too quickly on your desktop, after applying the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background , and use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency....

January 7, 2026 · 1 min · 115 words · Daisy Paar

Google Adds Ai Features To Chrome Similar To Edge On Windows 11

Google Chrome gets a feature to organize tabs using AI. You will now be able to create custom themes for the browser using the new “Create with AI” feature. Finally, the “Help me write” feature will help you generate text with AI. These features are slowly rolling out for users in the US, starting with version 121. Google is finally catching up with Microsoft in bringing AI features to Chrome....

January 7, 2026 · 3 min · 494 words · Curtis Closson

How To Avoid Paying For Updates After Windows 10 End Of Life In 2025

Microsoft to offer extended support for Windows 10 users beyond 2025, but it will cost $30. This program provides only security updates, no new features, fixes, or technical support. The best way to avoid the extra cost is to plan and upgrade to Windows 11 as soon as possible. This is also an option even for devices with hardware that doesn’t meet the minimum requirements. Windows 10 support is set to end on October 14, 2025 , and Microsoft will, for the first time, offer regular consumers access to an Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for an additional $30 to continue receiving updates....

January 7, 2026 · 9 min · 1892 words · Susan Blair

How To Change Account Picture On Microsoft Teams

When you sign in to Microsoft Teams , the app will try to grab your email profile picture to make the experience a little more personal. However, if you never set a profile picture in your email account or want to use another image on Microsoft Teams, you can easily change it to anything you want. This guide will teach you the steps to change the account pictures on your Microsoft Teams installation on Windows 11 and Windows 10....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 266 words · Joseph Davis

How To Change Font Size On Windows 11

To change the size of text on Windows 11, open Settings > Accessibility > Text size , and use the “Text size” slider to make the font smaller or bigger. To restore the default font size on Windows 11, set the slider to the initial position (100%) in the “Text size” settings page. Although Windows 11 can set the optimal font size, some people may prefer to make the text on display larger or smaller depending on many situations....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 223 words · Kelsie Carver

How To Change Pin Password On Windows 11

On Windows 11 , when creating a new account, you are required to create a PIN that you can use as a password to sign in to your account. However, your account gets compromised, or you want an easier set of numbers to punch in to sign in, it’s possible to change the Windows Hello PIN to something different using the Settings app. If you forgot your PIN or it stops working, it’s also possible to reset it....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 326 words · Tommie Salvaggio

How To Check Bluetooth Version On Windows 11, 10

On Windows 11 (and on Windows 10 ), Bluetooth is a short-range networking technology that allows you to connect compatible devices (such as headphones, speakers, mice, and keyboards) to your computer wirelessly. Although, for the most part, you never have to worry about the version of the Bluetooth adapter you use. Sometimes, to use a specific feature, you must have a particular version that includes a specific technology. For instance, your computer must have Bluetooth 4....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 318 words · Eric Butts

How To Combine Multiple Pdf Files Into One Document On Windows 11

On Windows 11 , you can combine multiple PDF files into one file, but you can only perform this task with third-party tools, and in this guide, I’ll recommend and explain two of them. If you usually scan documents with your multi-function printer to your computer, you would probably end up with one PDF file for each page of a document, and the problem is that Windows 11 (nor the PDF feature on Microsoft Edge ) doesn’t provide a feature to combine multiple PDFs into a single document....

January 7, 2026 · 4 min · 640 words · George Sweeting

How To Connect (And Disconnect) Android To Windows 11, 10 Using Phone Link

To connect your Android phone to your Windows 11 (or 10) PC, open the “Phone Link” app, click on “Android,” scan the QR Code with the phone’s Camera app, confirm the pairing code on Android, and allow permissions to complete the setup. If you want to add multiple phones, open the “Settings” page for the “Phone Link” app, on “Devices,” click the “Add new device” and continue with the on-screen directions....

January 7, 2026 · 5 min · 1050 words · Jasper Farquhar

How To Delete Recall Snapshots On Windows 11

To delete Recall snapshots on Windows 11, open Settings > Privacy & security > Recall & snapshots > Delete snapshots and use the “Delete all” option to clear everything on Recall or use the “Delete snapshots” option to remove a specific time range of data. UPDATED 6/4/2024: On Windows 11 , the Recall settings allow you to clear all or delete some snapshots from a specific timeframe, and in this guide, I will show you how to complete this configuration....

January 7, 2026 · 3 min · 579 words · Michelle Pinks