According to the changelogs, build 20262 includes fixes to prevent apps from launching transparent unexpectedly, problems with the Settings app crashes, app registration issues, notifications, and pen not responding. In addition, this flight addresses high hitting DWM crashes and resolves issue when Wi-Fi and cellular are connected at the same time and apps can’t connect to the internet. Windows 10 build 20262 doesn’t introduce any significant changes, and part of the reason is that the company is getting ready to stop releasing builds during the last month of the year, due to minimal operation during the holiday season....

Interesting enough it’s not a recovery tool you install in the phone to bring you back to Windows Phone 8.1. Instead, it’s a tool that you need to download and install in your Windows PC that will help you get back to the previous version of the operating system. Before you begin Make sure your phone is fully charge. Make sure to backup your phone settings, apps, and data as the recovery tool to rollback to the previous version of Windows Phone will wipe your handset clean....

Although, Microsoft is making available Windows 10 Mobile build 10136 to Windows Insiders, the company warns that there are a number of known issues that everyone should be aware of before installing the new build. Below, you’ll find the list of all the known issue for build 10136: After upgrading, you will still see duplicate tiles for apps like Search and Phone under All Apps. If you have too many PIN unlock attempts, you’ll see the “enter A1B2C3” reset experience....

KB4025342 bumps the version number of Windows 10 to build 15063.483, and it fixes a few crashing problems for some apps and when unplugging a USB device. It also addresses rendering issues on PDF files, screen resolution problem, and a bunch of security updates. What’s new on Windows 10 build 15063.483 Microsoft has announced KB4025342 in its support site, and it’s referred as “July 11, 2017—KB4025342 (OS Build 15063.483)”. If you’re already running the Windows 10 Creators Update (version 1703) on your PC and phone, this update will only address these issues with OS:...

KB4093105 bumps the version number of Windows 10 to build 16299.402, and while it doesn’t offer any new features, you’ll find a long array of patches that fix many app related problems, authentication using Windows Hello, BitLocker, Microsoft Edge, and much more. What’s new with Windows 10 build 16299.402 Microsoft has announced KB4093105 at the Windows support site, and it’s referred as “April 23, 2018—KB4093105 (OS Build 16299.402)”. If you’re already running the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update on your PC, this update will only address these issues:...

KB4516077 bumps the version number to build 17763.774, and according to the company, address excessive CPU usage when you switch applications or hover over the Taskbar. An issue that causes a dim display after waking from Sleep. A problem that prevents changing the display brightness after resuming from Sleep or Hibernation when using certain graphics drivers, and a lot more. In addition, the company is also releasing similar updates, but with less fixes for version 1803, 1709, 1703, and 1607....

The update KB4580364 bumps the build number to 19042.610 for version 20H2 and build 19041.610 for version 2004, and according to the changelog, the update enables the new “Meet Now” in Skype feature in the taskbar. However, the company notes that it’ll take a few weeks before you can use it. In addition, build 19042.610 fixes an issue that may cause a computer to stop responding after you have been using the pen for a few hours, resolves incorrect processor frequency, and problem starting the Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) on ARM-based devices....

While the new update doesn’t bring a significant feature, the update includes improvements on app compatibility and upgrade experience. In addition, Microsoft notes that there are changes in the Settings app specifically on the user-interface for tracking data usage on the Network and wireless settings. The cumulative update also improves reliability of reminders on Cortana and navigation bar for some devices. Then there is a fixed for an issue for SD card readers that were not recognized before....

However, instead of re-releasing the new version to the public, the company is now making the October 2018 Update (build 17763.17) with the fixes only available for testers with devices enrolled in the Slow and Release Preview of the Windows Insider Program. Once the software maker feels confident that the fixes work as expected, then version 1809 will be available again to the public, but we don’t know when it’s going to happen....

Codenamed 20H1, this is the ninth major release of Windows 10 that Microsoft is rolling out for desktops, laptops, and tablets, and it’s an incremental update that delivers a new set of visual enhancements as well as several new small features. You can learn more about this update in this field guide. Windows 10 version 2004 release date The new version of Windows 10 is officially rolling out sometime in May as an optional update, but it’ll be a gradual rollout that will take time, which means that no every device will get the notification to install the feature update through the Settings app on day one....

You can download the Media Creation Tool from this Microsoft support website to download the version 2004 files to perform a clean installation, in-place upgrade, or create an ISO file as soon as it becomes available. In addition, you can use the Media Creation Tool to create a USB bootable media, which you can use to boot your device to upgrade to version 2004 of Windows 10. If the tool doesn’t work, then you should try the Update Assistant, which is similar to the Media Creation Tool, but it’s a tool to perform an in-place upgrade only when Windows Update isn’t working....

Windows 10 is around two weeks out of its official release, and the fact is that the company still working on finishing the new product, and it hasn’t even hit the release to manufacturing stage. Now, with such tight schedule, it’s just not feasible for PC makers to test and install Windows 10 on their devices in time for launch. According to Bloomberg, Microsoft’s next operating system won’t be available on new devices on July 29th, which means PCs will continue to ship with Windows 8 until further notice, but rest assured that the next device you buy will support Windows 10....

For instance, you can change the icon alignment in the Taskbar to the original left side and remove the Widgets icon to remove distractions. Instead of using the default name, you can rename your computer to make it easier to organize your devices and find them in the network. And you can enable Night light to reduce eye strain while working at night. Also, while the default settings for Windows Update are optimal, you can tweak these settings to include updates for other products and configure active hours to prevent sudden reboots after an update....

Build 22621.169 for Windows 11 22H2, according to the company, adds support for SMB RDR and TLS 1.3 for the LDAP implementations. Furthermore, this flight updates the PowerShell Remove-Item cmdlet to interact with the OneDrive folder correctly, adds a new Group Policy to control more IE Mode features, and more. Update KB5014958 fixes and changes for Windows 11 These are the fixes and new features available with the latest update of Windows 11: If you want to download and install the Windows 11 build 22621....

Build 22000.168, according to the company, makes available the Chat with Microsoft Teams in more languages, including English (UK), French (Canada), German, Spanish (Spain and Mexico), and many others. In addition, this flight introduces the Microsoft 365 widget, which surfaces relevant documents, news, and meeting recordings for enterprise users. Fixes and known issues Alongside the improvements, Windows 11 build 22000.168 bring several fixes, including: Fixed a Search issue getting into a state where it wasn’t possible to launch apps from the results for pen-enabled devices....

Build 22563 for Windows 11, according to the official details, introduces a new Taskbar optimized for tablets with a new collapsed and expanded state. Microsoft is also testing more dynamic content in the Widgets board, a new group policy to control Windows Update notifications, improvements in File Explorer, windowing experience, input, and more. Build 22563 for Windows 11 new features and changes Here are all the new features and improvements for the latest release of Windows 11 in the Dev Channel:...

According to the official changes, build 25120 for Windows 11 introduces a new search box widget on the desktop that allows you quickly search the web. Also, this flight introduces fixes for Suggested Actions, Settings, and Task Manager. Furthermore, the company is also making available for download the official ISO file of build 25120 to perform an in-place upgrade or clean installation of this version. See also this hands-on video highlighting the new features for this particular build on the Pureinfotech YouTube channel....

The new retains the familiar look like the classic version. However, you will notice new visual changes that align with the Windows 11 design language with rounded corners, the new dynamic Mica material that shines through the desktop colors, and more. In this first preview, Notepad is getting new menus with the same options as before. On the right, you will see an option to access the settings page, where you can change the font and the most important feature, the theme color....

According to a tweet from @thebookisclosed, previews of Windows 11 include the build 228xx range reference that could indicate previews of the first moment update, and the mention of 229xx could infer the range of builds for the second moment update. To better understand these updates, we must step back and explain the upcoming changes to Windows releases. In the past, Microsoft made feature updates available twice a year, and then the company switched to only one every year....

However, the implementation has been delayed, as the company says that it’s working on a preview for testers that will arrive in the coming months before making it available to everyone. If the support won’t be available initially, it probably means that it won’t arrive until sometime in 2022. While this news may disappoint a lot of users, Windows 11 will still include a lot of significant new features and changes, including a new Start menu and Taskbar design, new multitasking features like Snap layouts, Snap groups, and Desktops, redesigned File Explorer, integration with Microsoft Teams, brand-new Settings app, and a lot more....