boot sound Archives

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August 4, 2025

Windows 11 bug that “unexpectedly” trolled Apple squashed by Microsoft — Vista startup sound removed

The Windows Vista boot chime has been officially retired from Windows 11. A bug caused the Vista sound to play during the startup of Windows 11, which Microsoft acknowledged in June and confirmed it was a bug, not an intentional feature. The issue was resolved in Windows 11 Build 27913, which stated that the unexpected use of the Vista boot sound was fixed. Microsoft first introduced startup sounds with Windows 3.1, and they were omitted in Windows 8, but a startup sound was reinstated for Windows 11.

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August 2, 2025

Microsoft has fixed the only Windows bug I’ve ever liked: the Vista startup sound ‘unexpectedly’ playing on Win 11 machines

Microsoft addressed a bug in the Canary channel of the Windows Insider program where the Windows Vista start-up sound was unexpectedly used instead of the Windows 11 boot sound. The company reverted to the standard Windows 11 boot sound and clarified the issue. The Vista boot-up sound, which is also associated with Windows 7, is considered nostalgic by many users. The latest update also fixed other issues, including audio playback interruptions when casting to a TV and crashes in the power and battery settings menu. Users can modify the registry to change startup sounds, allowing them to enjoy a unique 'tada' sound upon booting up their computers.

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August 1, 2025

Microsoft has fixed the only Windows bug I’ve ever liked: the Vista startup sound ‘unexpectedly’ playing on Win 11 machines

The Windows Insider program allows users to test new features before public release. Recently, some users experienced the Windows Vista start-up sound instead of the Windows 11 sound. Microsoft quickly addressed this issue in the Canary channel, reverting to the standard Windows 11 boot sound, noting that the Vista sound was used unexpectedly. The Vista sound, which is nostalgic for many, was also present in Windows 7. The latest update not only fixed the sound bug but also resolved issues with audio playback when casting to a TV and crashes in the power and battery settings menu. Users can customize their startup sounds by editing registry settings, although the option to revert to the Vista sound is not available in the sounds folder.

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July 31, 2025

Microsoft nixes Vista boot chime in Windows 11 Insider

Microsoft has fixed a bug in Windows 11 Insider builds that caused the Windows Vista boot chime to play during startup instead of the intended Windows 11 sound. The issue was first reported in a June Insider Preview build and was acknowledged by Microsoft as an unintended glitch. After more than a month, the company confirmed the resolution of the issue.

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July 30, 2025

Microsoft finally exorcises the ghost of Windows Vista that’s been haunting the testing channels

Microsoft has addressed a bug in the Windows 11 testing channels that replaced the startup sound with that of Windows Vista. This issue first appeared in the Beta and Dev channels, then resurfaced in the Canary branch. A new patch for the Canary branch has restored the correct Windows 11 boot sound and fixed other bugs, including black desktop backgrounds and crashes in the Settings application. Key changes in the latest update include: - Restoration of the correct Windows 11 boot sound. - Improvements to the desktop experience, resolving unexpected black backgrounds. - Stability enhancements for the Settings application, particularly in the Power & Battery section. - Repositioning of the search functionality in the Settings menu for easier access. Additional fixes include resolving an audio issue after casting to a TV, addressing system crashes for some users after upgrading, and fixing display issues in the Group Policy Editor for certain languages. Known issues that remain include complications with Windows Hello PIN and biometrics for users transitioning to the Canary Channel and visual glitches during upgrades.

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June 27, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5670 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5670 (KB5060838) has been released to the Dev Channel. Key updates include: - Passwordless Improvements: Integration with 1Password for passkey management, allowing users to sign in using Windows Hello after enabling the plugin credential manager. - Versioning Update: The build updates the versioning to 25H2, marking it as this year's annual feature update. - Voice Access: Support for Japanese is temporarily disabled due to bugs. - Settings Update: The new default browser will be pinned to the Taskbar and Start menu unless opted out. - File Explorer Fixes: Issues causing crashes and thumbnail disappearances have been resolved. - Start Menu Fixes: Duplicate entries and animation inconsistencies have been corrected. - Input Fixes: A significant crash affecting typing capabilities has been addressed. - General Fixes: Resolved an issue with the boot sound and fixed a memory leak related to the lock screen slideshow. - Known Issues: Users may experience rollback errors during updates, touch navigation issues in the Start menu, and bugs with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. - Reminders: Updates are rolled out gradually, and features may evolve or be removed based on feedback.

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June 24, 2025

Microsoft fixes Windows Vista boot sound bug in latest Windows 11 Insider Build — adds Recall Homepage and customizable system indicators

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 (KB5060838), which addresses a bug that caused the Windows Vista startup sound to play instead of the Windows 11 melody. The update introduces new features, including the Recall Homepage for Copilot+ PCs, which provides a centralized view of recent activities and frequently accessed content. Users can access recent snapshots and a summary of the top three applications and websites they engaged with in the past 24 hours. Additionally, new settings for system hardware indicators allow users to reposition volume and brightness controls on the screen according to their preferences.

Winsage

June 24, 2025

After about a bazillion user requests, Windows finally lets you move the audio volume pop-up

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4452, allowing users to reposition the audio volume pop-up and customize the placement of hardware indicators like brightness and volume. The update enhances the Recall feature with a personalized homepage for quick access to recent activities and frequently used applications and websites. Users can manage which applications are captured by Recall, excluding sensitive apps. The update also fixes a glitch with the startup sound and improves File Explorer functionality.

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June 24, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 (KB5060838) has been released to the Dev Channel, introducing new features, improvements, and fixes. Key updates include: - A new personalized homepage for Recall, featuring recent snapshots and a list of top apps and websites. - A new setting allowing users to reposition hardware indicators for brightness, volume, airplane mode, and virtual desktops on the screen. - A Boolean option in the Configure Start Pins policy for administrators to apply Start menu pins just once. - AI actions in File Explorer are being reintroduced after a temporary removal. - Recent flights now display the selected country or region during device setup under Settings > Time & language > Language & region. Fixes include resolving input functionality issues, fixing explorer.exe crashes for users with the Italian display language, addressing performance issues in File Explorer, and correcting sorting issues in Windows Update history. Known issues include touch navigation problems in the new Start menu, issues with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth, and delays in intelligent text actions in Click to Do on certain PCs. Users may also experience a two-step process to access the latest flight in the Dev Channel and potential rollback errors during installation.

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June 24, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4452 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4452 (KB5060836) has been released to the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 24H2. The update includes new features, improvements, and fixes. Key features introduced: - A personalized homepage for Recall that displays recent snapshots and top apps/websites. - A new setting to reposition hardware indicators for brightness, volume, airplane mode, and virtual desktops. - A Boolean option in the Configure Start Pins policy for administrators to apply Start menu pins. - AI actions in File Explorer are being reintroduced. Fixes include: - Resolved input functionality issues and explorer.exe crashes. - Fixed issues in File Explorer Home and performance degradation. - Corrected sorting issues in Settings. Known issues involve touch navigation in the Start menu, bugchecks with Xbox Controllers, and problems with AI actions in File Explorer. Users joining the Beta Channel will first receive Build 26120.4250 before the latest update.