Here are the official highlights and release notes for Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5722 (KB5062669), released to the Beta Channel for Windows Insiders on Windows 11, version 24H2:
Key New Features & Improvements
Copilot+ PC Experiences
New agent in Settings — For AMD & Intel...
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lock screen
lock screen widgets
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mouse customization
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performance boost
quick assist
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search enhancements
search functionality
search grid view
second chance out of box experience
security fixes
settings app
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Few software suites in the Windows ecosystem spark as much curiosity and admiration among power users as Microsoft’s PowerToys. Originally released in the days of Windows 95, PowerToys has evolved from a collection of discrete tools for tinkerers into an essential productivity booster for...
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With its continual evolution, Microsoft Edge has rapidly transformed from a successor of Internet Explorer into a modern, compelling, and competitive web browser. The latest wave of visual changes, as detailed by Microsoft Support and corroborated by user reports and independent testing, is...
Windows 11 users worldwide are on the brink of an extraordinary transformation in how they interact with their PCs, as Microsoft rolls out a wave of pioneering artificial intelligence features designed to redefine productivity, creativity, and accessibility. In a move that solidifies the...
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Windows 11 users are witnessing one of the most substantial waves of feature updates since the operating system’s launch, as Microsoft unleashes a bundle of 14 new tools and improvements covering everything from artificial intelligence enhancements to time-saving tweaks across core apps like...
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While Windows 11 is undoubtedly a modern, visually refreshed operating system with substantial improvements over its predecessors, many enthusiasts and everyday users alike remain vocal about a suite of crucial features and customizations they believe are missing or in need of refinement. After...
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Microsoft has officially announced Windows 11 version 25H2, the next major update to its operating system, slated for release in the second half of 2025. This update is expected to introduce several enhancements aimed at improving user experience, system performance, and integration of advanced...
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Microsoft’s relentless drive to refine Windows 11 has reached a new milestone with the release of two preview builds—26200.5710 (KB5062676)—to both the Dev and Beta Channels of the Windows Insider Program. The simultaneous release of these builds underscores Microsoft’s intention to blur the...
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Windows 11 continues its rapid evolution, and in 2025, Microsoft has shown few signs of slowing down. With the upcoming 25H2 feature update on the horizon, alongside recent monthly enhancements, the operating system is becoming a richer, more refined platform. For enthusiasts and everyday users...
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Microsoft has released new Insider Preview builds for both the Beta and Dev channels, introducing a suite of enhancements and fixes aimed at refining the Windows 11 experience. Beta channel users can now install cumulative update KB5062651, upgrading Windows 11 version 24H2 to build 26120.4733...
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Windows 11’s steady evolution has consistently delivered both big leaps and incremental refinements, and for those who keep an eye on the ever-shifting terrain of the Insider Beta and Dev channels, some particularly practical improvements are now making their way to the File Explorer. While File...
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Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5702 (KB5062653) to the Dev Channel, introducing a suite of enhancements aimed at refining user experience and system functionality. This update underscores Microsoft's commitment to continuous improvement through the Windows...
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bug fixes
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click to do
copilot
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In a surprising twist for Windows 11 users, the classic startup chime from Windows Vista has made an unexpected return in the latest Canary build 27898. This anomaly, first reported by Windows Report, has sparked both nostalgia and curiosity among the Windows community.
The reappearance of the...
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Here is a summary of the official changes and new features in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 (Canary Channel) as announced by Microsoft:
Highlights & New Features
1. Taskbar Icon Scaling
Taskbar icons now automatically scale down when the taskbar becomes crowded, allowing more apps to...
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build 27898
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If you use Windows 11 regularly, you’re no stranger to its paradox: a modern, visually slick operating system that, for all its polish, is plagued by longstanding usability nags and perplexing omissions. Microsoft has poured considerable effort into making Windows look good—yet basic annoyances...
In a year marked by sweeping changes across Microsoft’s operating system portfolio, July’s Patch Tuesday for Windows 11 proves to be one of the most consequential updates. KB5062553, released on July 8, arrives with a spotlight on usability, migration readiness, and a renewed focus on user and...
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Windows 11’s momentum continues with the release of the KB5062553 update for version 24H2, a substantial Patch Tuesday upgrade rolling out as part of the July 2025 security cycle. This cumulative update—presented officially as “2025-07 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Version 24H2 for x64-based...
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The arrival of Markdown support in Notepad for Windows 11 marks a turning point for one of Microsoft's most iconic and long-standing applications—a lightweight text editor that, for decades, has stood as a symbol of digital minimalism. This new update empowers users to not only type and edit...
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The latest release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27891 to the Canary Channel signals Microsoft’s sustained momentum in refining its next-generation operating system, introducing a round of notable changes and under-the-hood improvements that speak to both the company’s commitment to...
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system repair
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Microsoft's July 2025 Security Update for Windows 11 introduces a suite of enhancements aimed at refining user experience, bolstering accessibility, and aligning with regional regulations. This update, applicable to Windows 11 version 24H2, encompasses seven notable features:
Smaller Taskbar...
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