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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5435 (KB5050081) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented): [Calendar] New! Stay informed and informed with the new calendar. See the weather forecast and learn about the holidays and events that are coming up. [Mail] New! You now have the new Outlook for Windows app as the free default mail app. A new app icon appears on the Start menu. If you have pinned the former mail app to the taskbar, the new icon replaces the pi…
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27774 to the Canary Channel. We are releasing ISOs for this build – they can be downloaded here. We are also not planning to release SDKs for 27xxx series builds for the time being. Changes and Improvements [General] This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes that improve the overall experience for Insiders running this build on their PCs. [Windows Setup] When installing Windows from installation media, you will now see a confirmation dialog when formatting or deleting partitions. [Administrator protection] Administrator protection can now be enabled from Wi…
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As we reflect on the incredible innovations showcased at CES 2025, it's evident that the future of Windows 11 will enable new possibilities and experiences for our customers. Throughout the last year and this week at CES, our partners continue to advance the Windows ecosystem with cutting-edge technology and new devices, reaffirming our commitment to delivering the most performant, intelligent and secure PCs. As we shared ahead of the event, CES not only marked an exciting start to 2025 but also set the stage for the year ahead, which we anticipate to be one of the most significant Windows 11 PC refresh cycles our industry has experienced. The event showcased how we, alo…
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27768 to the Canary Channel. We are also not planning to release SDKs for 27xxx series builds for the time being. Changes and Improvements [General] This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes that improve the overall experience for Insiders running this build on their PCs. [File Explorer] We’ve added a New Folder option in the context menu when right-clicking locations in the navigation pane. [Settings] The ability to change time zones is available again under Settings > Time & Language > Date & Time for standard (non-admin) users. Fixes [Fil…
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Microsoft is pleased to join the Supporters of Chromium-Based Browsers, a new initiative launched by the Linux Foundation, which will help drive collaboration, technological advancement, and sustainability within the Chromium open-source projects. The Supporters of Chromium-Based Browsers initiative aligns with our commitment to the web platform through meaningful community engagements, engineering collaborations, and code contributions to achieve the best outcome for everyone using the web. Six years ago, Microsoft announced that we would adopt the Chromium open-source project for our Edge browser. Today, our open-source principles remain unchanged and we continue to d…
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In our previous blog post, Enhancing the security of Microsoft Edge extensions with the new Publish API, we introduced the new Publish API, which brings key security enhancements to Microsoft Edge extension developers. As mentioned in the Publish API documentation, support for the previous version of the API was planned to end on December 31, 2024. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the next steps and what extension developers need to do to ensure your extensions continue to function smoothly. Extended deprecation period Based on your feedback, we have extended the deprecation period. Support for the previous version of the Publish API will now end on January 10, 2025. St…
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As we reflect on the innovation and advancements of 2024, we are optimistic about the future and the potential that lies ahead in 2025 and beyond for computing and the Windows PC. 2024 will be remembered as a transformative year when many experienced the unique benefits of AI in practical application, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on a Windows PC at work, at school and at home. Whether it’s quick access to Copilot direct from your keyboard with the Copilot key, summarizing a meeting with Copilot in Teams, creating a document with just a few words with Copilot in Microsoft 365, or simplifying search with Improved Windows Search1, AI is revolutionizing how we u…
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4660 (KB5048808) to the Beta Channel. Changes in Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes that are being gradually rolled out for Insiders who have turned on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available (via Settings > Windows Update*) and then new features, improvements, and fixes rolling out to everyone in the Beta Channel. For more information, see the Reminders section at the bottom of this blog post. Changes and Improvements gradually being rolled out to the Beta Channel with toggle on* [File Explorer] …
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27766 to the Canary Channel. We are also not planning to release SDKs for 27xxx series builds for the time being. Changes and Improvements [General] This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes that improve the overall experience for Insiders running this build on their PCs. Fixes [General] We fixed the issue where if you roll back from Build 27764 to an earlier build (including if the upgrade failed), you would see an “Your organization used App Control for Business to block this app” dialog when attempting to use or install certain third-party apps on your PC d…
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When Mats Steen was a little boy, he loved a small ceramic fox. In his native Norway, a fox is a “reven.” His mother, Trude, says he carried everywhere. Back then, he could still walk on his own. He was 7 years old when a wheelchair arrived at his house. His parents anticipated he would need it soon, as his muscles weakened due to a rare condition, Duchenne muscular dystrophy. He hated the wheelchair, so it stayed in the hallway. Even though he was stumbling and falling, he didn’t want to use it. Eventually, he had to. [caption id="attachment_179309" align="alignnone" width="1024"] A World of Warcraft avatar carrying a Reven Pack, an in-game charity fundraiser. (Scree…
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As the end of the year approaches, we’re excited to share with you our 2024 Year-in-Review to not only look back on our year together but also to help you get ready to tackle your goals for next year. Let’s face it, we are all managing endless to-do lists and responsibilities amidst an ever-growing amount of information and content. While all that information might seem helpful in the context of growing to-do lists, it can also feel overwhelming. At Microsoft Edge we’re on a mission to give you a smarter, AI-powered browser that helps you get through what you need to do faster, and navigate the wealth of information available easier, so you can spend your time doing more…
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.2705 (KB5050636) to the Dev Channel. With this update, we are previewing real-time translation in live captions for AMD and Intel®-powered Copilot+ PCs. We also have an improvement for real-time translation on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs as well. Beyond these two changes, this update is the same as the update released to the Dev Channel last week. New experiences for AMD and Intel®-powered Copilot+ PCs Please install all the latest driver updates available from Windows Update to ensure the following experience work correctly on your AMD or Intel®-powered Copilot+ PC. To ensure you ha…
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The holidays are here, and so are incredible new games that you can play on Windows 11 with PC Game Pass, including Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™. In addition to an unparalleled library of supported games, accessories and hardware, Windows 11 also offers players an exciting array of gaming features that can help enhance your fun on the latest titles, as well as the games you’re already playing. Here’s a quick recap of a few of those features, many of which are exclusive to Windows 11: Auto HDR: Breathing new life into your games High Dynamic Range (HDR) revolutionized visual experiences by offering a wider range of colors and brig…
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The Game Awards caps off the year with a celebration of gaming excellence. This year, the ceremony included special guests Harrison Ford and Snoop Dogg. Xbox Game Studios received several nominations and two winners. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 won for Best Performance (Melina Juergens) and Best Audio Design, and “Fallout” took home Best Adaptation. Head over to Xbox Wire to find out more.View the full article
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.2702 (KB5048761) to the Dev Channel. Changes in Dev Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes that are being gradually rolled out for Insiders who have turned on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available (via Settings > Windows Update*) and then new features, improvements, and fixes rolling out to everyone in the Dev Channel. For more information, see the Reminders section at the bottom of this blog post. New features gradually being rolled out to the Dev Channel with toggle on* Windows Camera Advanced Con…
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4655 (KB5048753) to the Beta Channel. Changes in Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes that are being gradually rolled out for Insiders who have turned on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available (via Settings > Windows Update*) and then new features, improvements, and fixes rolling out to everyone in the Beta Channel. For more information, see the Reminders section at the bottom of this blog post. Changes and Improvements gradually being rolled out to the Beta Channel with toggle on* [Start menu] We …
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Checking your holiday shopping list twice? Look no further than Microsoft Store’s Countdown Sale for last-minute tech gifts. With steep savings on top gaming and entertainment titles, even same-day gifting is possible. Plus, with fast and free 2-3-day shipping on most devices and flexible ways to pay, there’s still time to select and purchase great tech. Save on top gaming and entertainment gifts Looking for a fun and affordable way to brighten someone’s day? Gift them their favorite movie or TV show or introduce them to a new game they’ll love. You can enhance their gaming experience by saving $10 on select Xbox Wireless controllers through Dec. 22. For the ultimate flex…
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For Xbox Wire’s Mike Nelson, getting older means reminiscing more often about the places he’s lived and traveled throughout the world, and marveling at the growing list of countries he wants to visit. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has become a “conduit of nostalgia” for those journeys. Because the sim is a “digital twin” of Earth, he can virtually fly over any of those locations and even get out of his plane to explore even further. Head over to Xbox Wire to read more about his deep dive into this aspect of MSFS 2024.View the full article
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27764 to the Canary Channel. We are also not planning to release SDKs for 27xxx series builds for the time being. Changes and Improvements [Start menu] When right-clicking on apps pinned to the Start menu, jump lists will be shown for apps that have them such as PowerPoint. [caption id="attachment_177125" align="alignnone" width="339"] Jump lists will now be shown when right-clicking on apps pinned to the Start menu such as PowerPoint that have jump lists.[/caption] [Dynamic Lighting] When no compatible devices are attached, the Dynamic Lighting settings page will now show a placeholde…
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We are thrilled to announce that the full capabilities of Windows 11 can now be enjoyed on mixed reality headsets, starting with Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S. Microsoft is partnering with Meta to make this experience available now in public preview, and we’re excited to get feedback from the community. Access to your local Windows PC or Windows 365 Cloud PC from a Quest headset is seamless and it takes only seconds to connect to a private, high-quality, multiple-monitor workstation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PLCRY_cTEo Easy PC connection [caption id="attachment_179253" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Seamlessly connect to your Windows 11 PC.[/caption] Connecting you…
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Hello Windows Insiders, Today we are beginning to gradually roll out the ability to seamlessly share files between your iPhone® and Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC when they are connected via Phone Link and the Link to Windows app. To use this feature, you’ll need to meet the following requirements: An iPhone® that is running iOS 16 or higher. The Link to Windows app on your iPhone (version 1.24112.73 or higher). Phone Link version 1.24112.89.0 or higher. You are registered for the Windows Insider Program. [caption id="attachment_177479" align="alignnone" width="484"] Setup dialog for Phone Link to enable sharing files between your iPhone and PC.[/caption] If you…
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Hello Windows Insiders, we are beginning to roll out an update for the Microsoft Copilot app for Windows via the Microsoft Store that introduces the following changes and improvements: It’s native: With this update, the previous Copilot progressive web app (PWA) is replaced with a native version. After installing the Copilot app update, when you run Copilot, you will see it appear in your system tray. [caption id="attachment_177476" align="alignnone" width="1024"] The new quick view for Copilot for Windows with Copilot icon shown in the system tray.[/caption] New quick view: You can access the new quick view for Copilot by using the Alt + Space keyboard shortcut on Win…
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The holiday season is in full swing, and we know it can be a busy time. To help make your festivities even brighter, and check items off your to-do list, we are excited to share new Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs that may be exactly the gift you’re looking to give or receive. A Windows 11 PC for everyone Windows 11 PCs offer peace of mind with world-class security, the performance you need for your busy lifestyle – no matter work or play – and provide the right tools to help spark creativity and boost productivity. And opting for a new Copilot+ PC supercharges your Windows 11 experience with the fastest, most intelligent, most secure Windows PCs ever. With innovative AI-enab…
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Phi Silica, small but mighty on-device SLM
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[HEADING=2]Introduction[/HEADING] This blog is the first installment in a new series of technical content designed to provide insights into the AI innovation on Windows. Today we will share how the Applied Sciences team used a multi-interdisciplinary approach to achieve a breakthrough in power efficiency, inference speed and memory efficiency for a state-of-the-art small language model (SLM), Phi Silica. Integrated into Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs (starting with Snapdragon X Series), this SLM powers several features of the latest generation of Copilot+ PC experiences: Click to Do (Preview), on-device rewrite and summarize capabilities in Word and Outlook, and a turnkey pre-o…
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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4580 (Beta Channel)
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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4580 (KB5046733) to the Beta Channel. Changes in Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes that are being gradually rolled out for Insiders who have turned on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available (via Settings > Windows Update*) and then new features, improvements, and fixes rolling out to everyone in the Beta Channel. For more information, see the Reminders section at the bottom of this blog post. [HEADING=1]Changes and Improvements gradually being rolled out to the Beta Channel with toggle on*[/HEADING…