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As part of the 19H2 development , Microsoft is rolling out Windows 10 build 18362.10015 for devices already running build 18362.10013, and build 18362.10014 for computers running build 18362.10012. These are release number six and seven for testers, and they are small updates with minor changes. Windows 10 build 18362.10015 , according to the company, is the flight that comes with the features enables, and while build 18362.10014 ships with the new features disabled, both releases are identical....

Microsoft is now releasing Windows 10 build 19008 for devices enrolled in the Fast ring of the Windows Insider Program. This is the preview number 35 releasing as part of the Vibranium (20H1) development . Windows 10 build 19008 , according to the company, it is a minor update that resolves several problems, such as devices getting stuck on restart and shutdown on builds 18999 and 19002, Settings not restoring after minimizing the window, “Can’t turn camera on” error message with Windows Hello, and problems with optional updates....

Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 10 build 20161 for devices enrolled in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This is the preview number 27 available for testers, and it’s a small update with significant visual changes that will likely arrive with version 21H1 . Windows 10 build 20161 , according to the software giant, introduces a new design of the Start menu that no longer focus on Live Tiles and removes the solid background behind the icons of the tiles and applies the same system color scheme with partial transparency....

Microsoft quickly releases cumulative update KB3120677 for Windows 10 version 1511 to fix settings preference issues. The new update titled “Cumulative update for Windows 10 version 1511: November 24, 2015” is meant to resolved the issue where some settings may not have been retained after installing the November update. After pulling out its first major update from the Media Creation Tool , on November 24th, Microsoft explained that the real reason for removing the update was because of a bug that caused a “few settings preferences may have inadvertently not been retained for advertising ID, Background apps, SmartScreen Filter, and Sync with devices....

Microsoft plans to roll out two major updates in 2017. We knew for some time now that the software giant will be releasing another major update of Windows 10 in early 2017. Update which is currently on development, and we know as “Redstone 2”, but now the company has confirmed that is planning to release “Redstone 3” in 2017 as well. The company’s plans now go back to a similar schedule we have seen with the Threshold updates back in 2015....

As part of the Patch Tuesday Update for May 2020, Microsoft is now rolling out update KB4556799 to resolve several issues with desktops and laptops running the Windows 10 version 1909 and 1903 . KB4556799 bumps the version number to build 18362.836 and 18363.836 for the May 2019 Update and November 2019 Update respectively, and according to the software giant, the update improves security in several areas and introduces new changes for storing and managing files....

Microsoft is now rolling out a preview of update KB4559004 to address a slew of problems with devices running Windows 10 version 1909 and 1903 . The update is expected to be fully available in August 2020, but it’s now available as preview for anyone who downloads it manually. KB4559004 bumps the version number to 18362.997 and 18363.997 for the Windows 10 May 2029 Update and November 2019 Update respectively, and according to the company, the update fixes the Magnifier, Windows Hello face camera recognition, networking problem that may prevent wireless wide area network (WWAN) LTE modem reaching the internet....

Windows 10 update KB5034203 (build 19045.3996) rolls out in the Release Preview Channel. This update prepares the Lock Screen for the new weather widget arriving soon. The update KB5034203 also introduces an option to backup settings for Eye Control. The release also pushes new fixes, changes, and improvements. This update was previously available in the Release Preview Channel as build 19045.3992. UPDATED 1/26/2024: Microsoft is now testing the Windows 10 build 19045....

UPDATED 5/22: Windows 10 May 2019 Update, version 1903, is available to everyone starting May 21, 2019, after being in the Release Preview Ring for several weeks, and with this new feature update, you can expect a new set of features and changes to improve security, performance, and productivity. Windows 10 May 2019 Update rollout The May 2019 Update will be different to previous rollouts, as this time around, Microsoft will no longer force the feature update to device....

Windows 10 version 1909, “November 2019 Update,” will be the eight major refresh since the original release, which Microsoft is expected to release on November 12, 2019, as part of its Patch Tuesday schedule. The November 2019 Update will be the second semi-annual update arriving in 2019, and while it’ll include new features and improvements, unlike previous releases, this is expected to be a minor update available as a quality update, similar to a service pack....

Windows 11 22H2 update KB5015885 (build 22621.317) is now available in the Release Preview Channel. The update brings only fixes and several improvements. This release doesn’t include new features. As part of version 22H2 , Windows 11 build 22621.317 (KB5015885) is now available in the Release Preview Channel. This update only includes fixes and no new features. However, build 22622.440 for version 22H2 includes some new features, but the update is available through the Beta Channel....

Microsoft releases Windows 11 build 22538 in the Dev Channel. The new update brings minor visual changes for Task View, Snap Assist, and Alt + Tab experiences. The Display settings page gets some tweaks for HDR-capable displays. As part of the active development of Windows 11 , Microsoft is now rolling out build 22538 for devices enrolled in the Dev Channel. This is yet another minor update that introduces a slew of fixes and some visual changes and improvements....

Microsoft rolls out the Moment 3 update for Windows 11 (build 22621.1778). The update is available in the Release Preview Channel as KB5026446. The Moment 3 update brings new features for the Taskbar, File Explorer, Settings app, and more. You will also find a new kiosk multi-mode option and an updated Task Manager with a live kernel memory dump feature. It also introduces a slew of fixes that the company plans to roll out in June....

Windows 11 build 25352 is now rolling out in the Canary Channel. The update rolls out a new Widgets picker experience. In addition, the company made a new section in the Microsoft Store for downloading additional widgets. Microsoft is rolling out the Windows 11 build 25352 for computers enrolled in the Canary Channel of the Windows Insider Program . This is a minor update that focuses only on specific changes for the Widgets experience....

Windows 11 is getting new preview builds in the Canary, Dev, and Beta Channels. These updates continue the rollout of new features, such as the option to change the action of the Copilot key. You will also find other features like a new Gamepad keyboard layout and the new Resume feature. Microsoft is now rolling previews of Windows 11 in three main channels of the Windows Insider Program, including build 27729, 26120....

To create a Windows 11 bootable USB with the Media Creation Tool, download the tool from Microsoft, launch the setup, click “Accept,” click “Next,” choose “ISO file,” click “Next,” “Next,” and “Finish.” To create a Windows 11 ISO, download the tool from Microsoft, launch the setup, click “Accept,” click “Next,” choose “USB flash drive,” click “Next,” choose save location, and “Finish.” UPDATED 1/2/2026: If you plan to upgrade to Windows 11 in 2025, you can use the Media Creation Tool to download the installation files instead of Windows Update....

Windows Insider Preview build introduces a new toast notification design. The new design makes it easy to copy 2FA codes from emails with a single click. This update also hides new lighting settings to control RGB accessories. Microsoft is adding subtle changes to the toast notification on Windows 11 to make it easy to complete the two-factor authentication (2FA) process. Usually, when signing in to your email or another service account, the system will require you to complete the authentication by providing a code that is sent to your email account (or alternate email)....

Windows 11 will allow users to restore apps in new installations. The option will be available through the Microsoft Store. The Store option will allow restoring all or some of the apps previously installed through the platform. Microsoft will soon start testing the feature with Insiders. The Microsoft Store will soon get a feature that will allow you to restore apps on your Windows 11 computer. In new installations (including new devices), you were forced to manually download apps from the Microsoft Store, but this will change with a new feature coming to the app....

Windows 11 build 23612 includes the new Weather widget in the Lock Screen as well as changes for Voice Access and various fixes. Windows 11 build 26020 rolls out changes for Voice Access, Narrator, Taskbar, Share, and printer settings. Also, this flight no longer installs the WordPad and People apps, and Steps Recorder gets a deprecation banner. On January 3, 2024, Microsoft resumes the Windows Insider Program with two new previews, including Windows 11 build 26020 and 23612 in the Canary and Dev Channels, respectively....

Microsoft teases redesigned Paint app for Windows 11. The app will include a new UI retaining the same look and feel as before. It’s unclear when the new Paint will be available to Insiders. After many years and failing to replace it with the Paint 3D app , Microsoft is creating a new version of its Paint app for Windows 11 . In a continued effort to update the default apps to match the new design language, the company is updating Paint with a new interface that features rounded corners, new materials for the frame, and dark mode support....