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August 30, 2025

Windows 11 just leveled up again

Microsoft has released several enhancements for Windows 11 through its Windows Insider Program, including: 1. The ability to resume Android apps from the Taskbar using the "Link to Windows" app. 2. An updated battery icon on the Lock Screen that changes color based on battery status. 3. New keyboard shortcuts for typing En dashes (Windows key + Minus) and Em dashes (Windows key + Shift + Minus). 4. An updated Windows Share interface that allows users to pin favorite apps and find apps to share content with. 5. Enhanced dark mode in File Explorer, including a dark color scheme for file-related dialogs. 6. New selection options in Click to Do for Copilot+ PCs, including "Freeform Selection" and "Rectangle Selection." 7. Transition of legacy Control Panel features into the Settings app, including multiple clocks in the Notification Center and updated language options. 8. A new Braille viewer in Windows Narrator for accessibility. 9. Replacement of the "For developers" page with an "Advanced" page that introduces new functionalities.

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August 30, 2025

Microsoft Releases New Builds to All Four Windows Insider Preview Channels

Microsoft has released new Windows 11 builds across all four Windows Insider Preview channels, with version 25H2 debuting in the Release Preview channel. This version can be downloaded as an enablement package, sharing its servicing branch with version 24H2. Users must enroll in the Release Preview channel and check for updates to install it. Windows 11 version 25H2 will not include Windows PowerShell 2.0 or WMIC, and ISOs will be available for download next week. In the Dev channel, build 26220.5770 is being updated with KB5064093, while the Beta channel is receiving build 26120.5770 with KB5064089. New features include a Microsoft 365 text action in Click to Do, Live Persona Cards from Microsoft 365, a Braille viewer in Narrator, and improvements to Windows Share. Various fixes are also included, though there are known issues, such as a recurring audio problem. Additionally, Windows 11 build 27934 has been released to the Canary channel, focusing on general improvements and bug fixes, with several known issues still present.

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August 30, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5770 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5770 (KB5064089) has been released to the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 24H2. This update includes new features such as the "Convert to table with Excel" option in Click to Do, allowing users to convert tables into Excel easily. Additionally, Microsoft 365 profile cards can now be accessed within Click to Do by clicking on an email. A new Braille viewer feature in Narrator provides on-screen Braille and text output for users with connected Braille displays. Users can also find apps installed on their PC or available in the Microsoft Store through the "Find Apps" feature in the Windows share window. Various fixes have been implemented, including resolving issues with the taskbar, windowing, display settings, and audio. Known issues include problems with File Explorer and audio devices, particularly with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth.

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August 30, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5770 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5770 (KB5064093) has been released to the Dev Channel, marking a significant increase in the major build number to 26220. Windows 11, version 25H2 is available as Build 26200 in the Release Preview Channel. New features include: - A new text action in Click to Do that allows users to convert highlighted tables to Excel, currently available for Windows Insiders on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. - Live Persona Cards integrated into Click to Do for quick access to contact information from emails, requiring a Microsoft 365 subscription and work or school account. - A Braille viewer added to Narrator, enabling users to view both on-screen text and Braille output, beneficial for teachers and assistive technology trainers. Changes and improvements include: - A "Find Apps" feature in the Windows share window. - Various bug fixes related to the taskbar, windowing, display, and audio. Known issues involve unresponsive settings, audio problems indicated by yellow exclamation marks in Device Manager, and issues with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel receive updates based on Windows 11, version 25H2, and features are rolled out gradually.

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August 23, 2025

Windows 11 to get Android App continuity feature

Microsoft is testing a feature in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5761 that allows users to resume Android apps, starting with Spotify, on their PCs. When a user pauses playback on their Android device, a “Resume alert” appears on the Windows 11 taskbar, enabling automatic resumption of playback on the Spotify desktop app. If the app is not installed, it can be easily downloaded from the Microsoft Store. Users need to enable mobile device access on their PC, link their Android phone via the Link to Windows app, and ensure they are signed into the same Spotify account on both devices to utilize this feature. Microsoft is also inviting app developers to integrate with the Resume API for broader app continuity in the future. Additional enhancements in this build include new battery icons, touch gesture improvements, and various bug fixes.

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August 23, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5761 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5761 (KB5064093) has been released to the Beta Channel for Windows 11, version 24H2. This update includes new features such as seamless app resumption from Android phones to PCs, allowing users to continue using apps like Spotify on their PC. The battery icons on the lock screen have been redesigned for better clarity. Enhancements for Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs include a touch-friendly entry point. Improvements in the Settings agent provide direct navigation links. Automatic Super Resolution has simplified settings controls on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. A new keyboard shortcut for inserting En dash and Em dash has been introduced. Recent updates allow pinning favorite apps in the Windows share window. Fixes include performance improvements in the Settings app and enhancements to Windows Hello recognition. Known issues include problems with Recall functionality in the EEA and bug checks with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. An update for Snipping Tool introduces window mode screen recording, allowing users to capture specific app windows.

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August 23, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5761 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5761 (KB5064093) is being released to the Dev Channel. New features include the ability to resume apps from an Android phone on a Windows 11 PC, specifically for Spotify, which allows users to continue playback seamlessly. Users need to enable access to their phone and set up the Link to Windows app to use this feature. Improvements to battery iconography on the lock screen have been made. New features for Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs include a touch-friendly invocation method. The agent in Settings now provides direct navigation links from search results. Automatic Super Resolution settings have been simplified for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. A new keyboard shortcut has been introduced for inserting En dashes and Em dashes. The Windows share window now allows pinning favorite apps. Fixes include performance enhancements for loading the apps list in Settings, resolving Windows Hello recognition issues, and improving gaming performance with overlays. Known issues involve Recall functionality in the EEA, visibility of the Shared section in File Explorer, unresponsiveness in Storage settings, and issues with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel receive updates based on Windows 11, version 25H2, and features are rolled out gradually using Controlled Feature Rollout technology.

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July 12, 2025

Windows Insider Canary Channel Gets a Substantial Update

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider build 27898 on the Canary Channel, introducing several new features: - Taskbar icon scaling: Automatically adjusts the size of taskbar icons for a crowded workspace. - Custom words dictionary in Voice Access: Allows users to add unique words and supports Chinese and Japanese languages. - Screen Curtain in Narrator: Blacks out the display for privacy while using Narrator. - Quick Settings: Enhancements include text descriptions for assistive technologies. - File Explorer: Context menu now has dividers for better organization. - Adaptive energy saver: Manages energy settings based on power state and system load. - Windows Share improvements: Users can preview content before sharing and select image compression levels. - Quick Machine Recovery: Helps IT professionals detect and fix boot issues from the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE).

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July 12, 2025

Windows 11 Build 27898 introduces taskbar icon scaling and system recovery improvements

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 to the Canary Channel, introducing several new features aimed at enhancing usability and recovery. Key features include: - Taskbar Icon Scaling: The taskbar will automatically reduce icon sizes when it reaches capacity, with three customizable options for users regarding icon size. - Quick Machine Recovery: This feature allows automatic recovery from boot issues using the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), connecting to the internet for targeted fixes from Windows Update. - Accessibility Enhancements: Users can add custom words to the voice access dictionary, and a new Screen Curtain feature for the Narrator screen reader enhances privacy by blacking out the display. - Energy Saver Feature: An adaptive energy saver mode is being rolled out for battery-powered devices, managing energy saver settings based on power state and system load. - Sharing Features: The Windows share window now shows visual previews of shared content and allows users to select compression settings for images. - Performance Improvements: Enhancements have been made to file extraction for large archives, and the Snipping Tool now has a shortcut for launching the text extractor. - Default Browser Management: Users can set their default browser to handle PDFs and pin it to the Start menu and taskbar. The build also addresses various issues within File Explorer and Settings, although some known problems remain, such as display distortion in Remote Desktop on Arm64 PCs.

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July 11, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 (Canary Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 has been released to the Canary Channel. Key features include: - Taskbar Icon Scaling: Icons on the taskbar can automatically resize when the taskbar is full, with options to keep them at original size or always small. - Quick Machine Recovery: This feature identifies and resolves common issues automatically via the Windows Recovery Environment, reducing downtime. - Custom Words in Voice Access: Users can add custom words to the voice access dictionary to improve dictation accuracy. - Screen Curtain in Narrator: This feature blacks out the display for privacy while using Narrator. - Privacy Dialogs Update: Privacy dialogs for app permissions have been redesigned for better focus. - Accessibility Enhancements: Text descriptions for assistive technologies have been added to the Accessibility flyout. - File Explorer Improvements: Dividers have been added to the context menu for better organization. - Adaptive Energy Saver: An opt-in feature that manages energy saver settings based on power state and system load. - Windows Share Updates: Visual previews are now shown when sharing links or web content. - Expanded Voice Access Support: Voice access now supports Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese. - Narrator Guidance: Narrator will guide users through its features with modal windows. - Settings Adjustments: The selected country or region during setup is now displayed in Settings. Fixes include performance improvements in File Explorer, resolution of input issues with the touch keyboard, and fixes for crashes in Settings. Known issues involve potential loss of Windows Hello PIN on new Copilot+ PCs and graphical issues with Remote Desktop on Arm64 PCs.