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April 29, 2025

Windows 11 stops being prudish about cursing

Microsoft is loosening its profanity censorship in Windows 11's Voice Typing feature, allowing users to dictate curse words without censorship. This change is currently available to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel, who can disable the profanity filter. In the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.394 release notes, Microsoft announced a new setting that lets users control the profanity filter. Users can activate this feature by pressing Windows + H and toggling the filter in the settings.

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April 28, 2025

Windows profanity filter finally gets a ******* off switch

Microsoft is introducing a toggle feature in Windows 11 that allows users to disable the profanity filter in voice typing. This feature is part of the latest Insider Preview Build, specifically build 26120.3941, available in the Beta Channel. The update aims to enhance user expression by allowing unfiltered language. Additionally, the update includes improvements to Copilot+ PCs, customizable shortcut buttons on supported pens, and refinements to the “Improved Windows Search” feature for OneDrive users. Users must activate the toggle in Windows Update to access these features, but there is no guarantee they will be included in the production environment.

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April 27, 2025

Microsoft to now allow use of swear words in voice typing after ‘top customer feedback’

Microsoft has introduced a feature in the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build that allows users to include swear words in voice typing by disabling the 'profanity filter.' This change was made in response to customer feedback, as previously, swear words were obscured by asterisks. The update aims to provide a more authentic voice typing experience and promote unrestricted expression.

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April 26, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5305 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5305 (KB5055636) has been released to the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 23H2. This update is the last for the Beta Channel based on version 23H2, as all Insiders will soon transition to version 24H2, which is currently available as an optional upgrade in the Beta Channel. New features include a profanity filter setting for voice typing that allows users to manage profanity masking. Administrators can now allow users to unpin specific pinned apps on the taskbar using a new PinGeneration option. Fixes include resolving a crash issue in File Explorer when using touch, fixing a problem with the Windows Spotlight flyout, addressing a character insertion issue in password fields when using the touch keyboard, and correcting a display issue in the Settings app. A known issue involves some Insiders experiencing a bug with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth, which can be resolved by uninstalling a specific driver in Device Manager. Updates for Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel will continue based on version 23H2 through an enablement package, and features may be gradually rolled out using Controlled Feature Rollout technology. Features may evolve or be removed based on feedback.

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April 26, 2025

Windows will now let you swear at it — introduces toggle to disable profanity filter for voice typing

Microsoft has introduced a feature in the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.550 that allows users to disable the profanity filter in voice typing. Users can access this feature by pressing Win + H and selecting the settings icon to toggle the filter off. This change enables the accurate transcription of curse words, which were previously censored with asterisks. The profanity filter is enabled by default for users who prefer a sanitized output.

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April 26, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5570 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5570 (KB5055632) has been released to the Dev Channel, introducing new features, improvements, and fixes. New features include: - A profanity filter setting for voice typing that allows users to manage the masking of profane words. - Click to Do is now available in preview, allowing users to configure pen shortcuts to launch it. - Improved Windows Search for OneDrive users, which now only displays matches for keywords found within cloud file text. - Enhanced Accessibility flyout in quick settings, organizing assistive technologies into categories. Fixes include: - Addressed issues causing certain apps to appear blank after installation. - Resolved problems with Windows Hello facial recognition and input issues with the touch keyboard. - Fixed issues preventing Quick Assist from functioning for non-administrator users and problems with USB devices disconnecting after sleep. Known issues include: - Users may initially receive an older build upon joining the Dev Channel. - Windows Sandbox may fail to launch with a specific error. - Reports of core Windows surfaces failing to load in safe mode are under investigation. - A bugcheck issue when using Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth is noted. Users are encouraged to provide feedback through the Feedback Hub.

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April 26, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3941 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3941 (KB5055634) has been released to the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 24H2. This update includes new features such as a profanity filter setting for voice typing, the Click to Do feature for pen users, and improved Windows Search functionality for OneDrive users. Enhancements to the Accessibility flyout in quick settings have been made, and various fixes have been implemented, including issues with Windows Hello facial recognition and the touch keyboard. Known issues include problems with Windows Sandbox and Xbox Controller connectivity. Users are encouraged to provide feedback through the Feedback Hub.

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April 25, 2025

Windows 11 25H2 shows signs of life: what can we expect?

The upcoming Windows 11 25H2 update is expected to be a modest enhancement rather than a major overhaul, continuing to use the Germanium codebase established with 24H2. A preview build, specifically build 27842 from the Canary Channel, has been identified, and references to GE25H2 were found in the AppraiserRes.dll file, which assesses PC compatibility for the new version. The update is anticipated to arrive in the latter half of the year, similar to previous incremental updates. Concerns exist regarding the stability of 25H2 compared to 24H2, which faced installation issues and compatibility problems. Windows 10 will reach the end of regular support on October 14, 2025, prompting users to transition to Windows 11. Smaller updates like enablement packages tend to present fewer stability risks, and Microsoft has not officially confirmed any details about 25H2 or its update process for versions 23H2 and 24H2. Speculation about Windows 12 continues, but its timeline remains uncertain.

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April 25, 2025

Microsoft could be working on the next update for Windows 11 – but 25H2 could end up being a disappointment

Microsoft's upcoming Windows 11 25H2 update is expected to be a modest upgrade compared to its predecessor, as indicated by a reference to GE25H2 in the appraiserres.dll file found in a recent preview build. This component assesses whether a PC meets the criteria for the upgrade, suggesting that Microsoft is preparing for the 25H2 update, although no official announcements have been made. The update may function as an 'enablement package,' similar to the 23H2 update, which implies that new features are already integrated into Windows 11 and will be activated through this update. This approach may result in fewer bugs due to the limited changes involved.

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April 25, 2025

Microsoft set to make huge Windows change — and it’s hoping you won’t notice

The Windows 11 Insider Preview Build (27842) will replace the Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) with a new error screen featuring a Medium Forest Green backdrop. This change is part of an effort to create a more streamlined user interface for unexpected restarts, although it may provide less context for troubleshooting. The new design is currently being tested in Microsoft's Canary Channel and is expected to become standard with the Windows 11 25H2 update later this year.