Microsoft’s August 2025 cumulative rollup for Windows 11 (24H2) is landing as a mandatory Patch Tuesday release that promises measurable stability and gaming performance fixes, a new Quick Machine Recovery capability, an AI-assisted Settings search (gated to Copilot+ hardware)...
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Microsoft released the August 12, 2025 cumulative security update for Windows 11, version 24H2 — KB5063878 (OS Build 26100.4946) — a combined LCU+SSU package that continues July’s quality fixes, delivers component updates for Copilot+ AI features, and reiterates a critical Windows Secure Boot...
Microsoft released the August 12, 2025 cumulative security update for Windows 11, version 24H2 — KB5063878 (OS Build 26100.4946) — a routine but important monthly package that bundles the latest cumulative fixes, updates to several AI components (targeted at Copilot+ devices), and an updated...
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KB5065504 — Phi Silica AI component update (v1.2507.797.0) for Intel-powered systems
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On August 12, 2025 Microsoft published KB5065504, a component update that delivers Phi Silica version 1.2507.797.0 for Intel‑powered Copilot+ PCs running Windows 11, version 24H2. The update is described...
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Microsoft has pushed a targeted component update for Windows’ on-device image AI: KB5065502 upgrades the Image Transform AI module to version 1.2507.797.0, aimed at Copilot+ PCs running Windows 11, version 24H2, and is delivered automatically via Windows Update. (support.microsoft.com)...
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Microsoft has pushed a targeted component update for Copilot+ Windows 11 devices running on Qualcomm silicon: KB5065499, which updates the Image Processing AI component to version 1.2507.797.0 and is distributed automatically via Windows Update for devices running Windows 11, version 24H2...
Microsoft has pushed a quiet but consequential component update to the Image Transform AI module — KB5065502 — which delivers Image Transform version 1.2507.797.0 to Copilot+ PCs running Windows 11, version 24H2, replacing the prior 1.2507.793.0 release and installing automatically through...
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Microsoft has quietly pushed a targeted update for Phi Silica — version 1.2507.797.0 — aimed at Qualcomm-powered Copilot+ PCs, delivering on-device model improvements while replacing the previous July release; the package installs automatically via Windows Update for eligible devices and...
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Microsoft's approaching end-of-support for Windows 10 has sharpened a question many users have been postponing for years: beyond security and features, does moving to Windows 11 deliver a measurable, real-world performance win — or could the upgrade cost you frames, responsiveness, or workflow...
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Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5742 (KB5064075) to the Beta Channel, introducing significant enhancements and fixes for users on Windows 11, version 24H2.
Transitioning Time and Language Settings to the Settings App
In this build, Microsoft continues its initiative...
With the release of Windows 11 version 24H2, Microsoft has boldly proclaimed this latest update to be the “most reliable Windows yet.” This ambitious claim arrives at a pivotal moment, where the operating system’s evolution is defined as much by its promise of AI-powered functionality as by its...
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Users of Windows 11 have encountered a new and frustrating obstacle: the update scanning process can freeze unexpectedly, particularly for those running version 24H2. This bug doesn’t just introduce an inconvenience—it blocks the entire mechanism for detecting and installing critical security...
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After months of anticipation and a staggered, sometimes rocky rollout, Windows 11 version 24H2—also known as the Windows 11 2024 Update—is now broadly available for most devices. Microsoft’s promise of a more streamlined, AI-infused Windows experience is reaching desktops around the world. Yet...
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Windows 11’s much-anticipated 24H2 update is finally rolling out in preview form, offering a blend of headline-grabbing Copilot+ AI features and long-awaited bug fixes for everyday users. Yet, despite the buzz, caution is advised before hitting that install button, even with a tempting feature...
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A Long-Awaited Update for Windows 11: The 24H2 Upgrade Now Rolls Out to More PCs
After six months of lingering update blocks, Microsoft has finally cracked the code. Several Windows 11 PCs, previously stuck with an older version, are now clearing the hurdle to the coveted 24H2 update. The...
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Windows 11 update hiccups have become the talk of the town yet again, but this time the culprit is a specialized encryption driver – the sprotect.sys driver. Reports indicate that devices running Windows 11 version 24H2, which incorporate this driver, are experiencing crashes ranging from...
Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update, KB5055523 (OS Build 26100.3775), is now making waves among Windows enthusiasts—especially those running the 24H2 release. Released in April 2025 as part of a gradual rollout, this update delivers an impressive slew of enhancements and refinements designed to...
Microsoft’s newest Windows 11 24H2 Beta build (KB5053658) is making waves with a host of new features and fixes—most notably, the removal of the BYPASSNRO script that previously let users bypass internet connectivity and Microsoft account sign-in requirements during setup. This update, build...
Windows 11 24H2: When the Update Takes 16 Hours or Gets Stuck
Introduction
The promise of a sleek new interface and improved performance in Windows 11 has always come with its share of hurdles. With the rollout of version 24H2 at the end of last year, many users quickly discovered that this...
Windows 11 24H2 has been making headlines lately—not just for its new features and enhancements but also for the occasional nightmare in the update process. One Reddit user’s experience, where the installation reached 88% and then lingered for over 16 hours, has raised eyebrows and sparked...
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