Microsoft pushes version 23H2 in the Release Preview Channel. The update rolls out the new features already announced for the September update. This release doesn’t include any additional features. Alongside making available the September 2023 update in the Stable Channel, Microsoft is now also releasing version 23H2 in the Release Preview Channel of the Windows Insider Program with minor improvements and changes. Build 22631 (2023 Update) for Windows 11, according to the official changes , only changes the Chat experience for the Microsoft Teams (free) app in the Taskbar, and no additional features are being deployed with this release....

Windows 11 26H1 is expected to arrive around April 2026. The release aligns with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 PCs launch timeline. Version 26H1 is exclusive to new ARM64 devices and will not be available for upgrade on existing PCs. No major new features are expected. It is a platform and silicon support release. Windows 11 26H2, scheduled for late 2026, remains the primary feature update for all users. Windows 11 26H1 is expected to launch around April 2026, based on new signals from Qualcomm and Microsoft’s ongoing platform testing for next-generation ARM64 processors....

Windows 11 build 22621 is now available in the Beta Channel. The update doesn’t include new features, it only brings fixes. As part of the Windows 11 22H2 development, Microsoft is now rolling out build 22621 in the Beta Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This is a minor update that only brings several fixes and improvements ahead of the official release of the next feature update. Windows 11 build 22621, according to the official changes , only ships with several fixes for File Explorer, Taskbar, and Windows Security....

Microsoft is rolling out a preview of Windows 11 22H2 (build 22621.2359). The update is available in the Release Preview Channel as KB5030310. This release brings websites to the Start’s Recommended section and implements GB18030-2022 requirements. This non-security update addresses several problems and rolls out a few improvements. Microsoft is rolling out the Windows 11 build 22621.2359 as the update KB5030310 in the Release Preview Channel . The update is available as an optional update with new changes, non-security fixes, and improvements that the company plans to make available as an automatic install in October during the Patch Tuesday rollout....

Windows 11 22H2 receives builds 22621.2048 and 22631.2048 (KB5028247) in the Beta Channel. This update introduces the new Gallery view on File Explorer. It changes the version number from 22H2 to 23H2 in the Settings app. The update delivers a slew of fixes and improvements. Windows 11 build 22631.2048 (KB5028247) is now rolling out with new features enabled by default, and the preview build 22621.2048 (KB5028247) with features turned off by default for computers enrolled in the Beta Channel ....

Microsoft pushes the second preview of Windows 11 in the Beta Channel in one week. The Windows 11 build 22635.4000 update introduces Taskbar, Widgets, and Voice Access changes. The company also released build 26120.1330 in the Dev Channel, which includes changes to File Explorer and Power Mode settings. Microsoft is now rolling out the Windows 11 build 22635.4000 (KB5040546) in the Beta Channel with some changes and improvements for existing features....

Windows 11 build 23493 is now rolling out in the Dev Channel. The update introduces a preview of the Windows Copilot. Also, this release brings support for archival formats, such as “.rar” and “.7z.” Windows 11 build 23493 is now rolling out for devices in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program . In this release, Microsoft is making available for testing a slew of new features, changes, and improvements....

Windows 11 now supports the “sudo” command like Linux and macOS. The latest preview of the operating system also adds a new Copilot with a context menu. The Settings app introduces a new Color Management page, Bluetooth changes, sound improvements, and wireless and printer settings tweaks. On February 8, 2024, Microsoft resumed the Canary Channel by releasing the Windows 11 build 26052.1000 and 26052.1100 (KB5035384) in the Dev Channel. The two previews introduce a slew of new features and improvements, and the company notes that both releases are identical regarding new content and are expected to be part of version 24H2....

Microsoft introduces new features for File Explorer. Features include folder preview and the ability to pin files to Quick Access. OneDrive integration to better monitor storage and sync process and Outlook integration in Share. File Explorer is getting more useful with four new features for Windows 11. Starting with the test preview build 22557 , Windows 11 ships a new version of File Explorer that improves content browsing, Quick Access, and further integrates OneDrive and Outlook into the experience....

Microsoft will release new features outside major releases of Windows 11. Windows 11 is getting today support for Android apps, and new Notepad and Media Player apps. Microsoft says that moving forward, Windows 11 will receive new features as soon as they are ready. The company announced the move at the Windows Experience Blog in the post, where it also revealed that the support for Android apps, Taskbar improvements, and the newly redesigned apps, including the Notepad and Media Player apps are now available to everyone in the supported territories....

Windows 11 gets the update KB5008295 in the Beta and Release Preview channel. The update KB5008295 fixes Snipping Tool, Get started, and tips apps. It also addresses problems with the Touch Keyboard, Emoji Panel, and other features. The update is yet not available for the stable version of Windows 11. Microsoft has made available the update KB5008295 for Windows 11 to address the issues with the Snipping Tool and other system apps that may not run correctly....

From caves to curvy roads to wonderful cities, this theme puts together some impressive wallpapers from Bing in 2018. The variety of landscapes will give a nice and refreshing view to your desktop computer backgrounds. An exclusive collection full of nature and man made constructions is a great combination for this week’s new and free downloads for Windows 10. 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....

This collection brings to your desktop computer backgrounds some impressive photographs of beautiful creatures. You’ll enjoy the wilderness from your office when you download the images from Bing dedicated to animals. This time is about the cheetah, the giraffe, some lovable birds, and hungry bear among others. This theme is free for Windows 10. 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....

To clear the cache on Windows 11, open Settings > System > Storage > Temporary files , check the items, and click on “Remove files.” You can also open Disk Cleanup > Clean up system files , check the cache data to remove, click “OK,” and “Delete Files.” You can also clear the cache data for apps individually and delete the location, activity history, and search data, as well as for the Microsoft Store, Microsoft Edge, and Windows Update....

After months of development the Windows 10 Creators Update is finally rolling out , but before you click the install button, you probably want to know a few details to be prepared to successfully upgrade without errors or other problems. When it comes to new updates, you shouldn’t be asking whether to install or skip the Creators Update . Microsoft is offering it for free, and installing the latest version ensures that your device has the latest security enhancements against malware and hackers, and you’re taking advantage of the latest features ....

If you plan to upgrade to Windows 11 22H2 , but your device currently has a safeguard hold because of a compatibility problem, it’s possible to bypass the block to continue with the installation, even though it’s not a good idea. During the early days of a new version of Windows, the system may still have bugs and some known issues that can negatively affect the experience. However, since these problems typically only affect a small portion of devices, instead of pulling off the update, Microsoft places an upgrade block (officially known as “safeguard hold” ) to temporarily prevent affected computers from getting the feature update....

To change resolution with commands on Windows 10, open the “QRes” app with Command Prompt and run the “QRes.exe /x:1680 /y:1050” command. In the command, change the horizontal (x) and vertical (y) values with the screen resolution you want to apply. On Windows 10, it’s possible to change the resolution through Command Prompt, but you’ll need a third-party app, and in this guide, you will learn how. Although you can always change the screen resolution using the “Display” settings, Windows 10 doesn’t include a command-line equivalent feature for adjusting the screen resolution using Command Prompt or PowerShell....

Although Outlook.com is free to use, it doesn’t come with infinite storage. The free tier only offers 15GB of space, which, even though it should be enough for most home users, depending on how you use the service, the day may come when the space will run out, even more now that Microsoft plans to change what files count toward the quota in early 2023. If you want to stay informed on the space usage in your account, the Outlook settings include a page that shows how much storage you are using and options to free up space....

Sadly Microsoft in Windows 8.1 is removing the Windows 7 backup tool that for years allowed users to create a full backup (or system image) of their PCs. This actually was a pretty handy tool among savvy users to backup Windows installation files, documents, device driver, desktop applications and even the new modern apps in Windows 8, to recover in case of hard drive failure, malware, and many other problems....

Microsoft Paint now includes a new Sticker Generator feature to create stickers with AI. To create a sticker, open Paint , click the “Stickers” button, select “Generate Stickers,” compose your text prompt, and click “Generate.” On Windows 11 , the Paint app has a new Sticker Generator feature that uses AI to create custom and fun stickers using a simple text prompt. The AI feature is available exclusively for Copilot+ PCs, and at the time of this writing, Microsoft is testing the feature starting with the Paint version 11....