Hello Windows enthusiasts! Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25182 to the Dev Channel. Here's a detailed breakdown of what's new, improved, and what's still a work in progress.
Key Highlights
- Build Expiration: This build's expiration date is now set for September 15, 2023. Insiders should update to this build to avoid expiration notices.
- Camera App Updates: Native Arm64 support and a new privacy feature are being introduced.
- Microsoft Store Updates: A small update to the Microsoft Store with improved functionality and performance.
What's New
Camera App Enhancements - Privacy Shutter Support: For supported hardware like the
Microsoft Modern Webcam or some integrated laptop cameras, the app will now recognize the state of the privacy shutter and offer guidance if it’s blocking the camera or if the laptop lid is closed. - Improved Performance: Arm64 devices will experience faster and more efficient performance. Microsoft Store Updates
- Screenshots in Search Results: Enhances browsing by showing previews of apps directly in search results.
- Install Games Directly: Games can now be installed straight from the Microsoft Store without needing to switch apps.
Fixes and Improvements
General: - Fixed a download error (0x80070001) on devices with low disk space.
- Resolved an issue causing
FPS drops in certain games due to the wrong graphics card being used. Taskbar: - Fixed an issue with the taskbar overflow flyout appearing on the wrong side of the screen.
- Resolved an issue causing incorrect animations in taskbar overflow when switching between tablet and desktop modes.
- Fixed an explorer.exe crash related to taskbar overflow display. Start Menu:
- Fixed crashes preventing app launches from the Start menu. File Explorer:
- Fixed title bar dragging issues and duplication of folders.
- Updated Narrator to specify when navigating to OneDrive folders.
- Fixed multiple issues related to context menu and folder tab behaviors. Other Fixes:
- Fixed
issues causing the camera light to stay on and bugchecks related to network file operations.Known Issues
General: - Some games using Easy Anti-Cheat might crash or cause bugchecks.
- Issues with audio not working in recent flights.
- A percentage of Insiders face repeated explorer.exe crashes after accessing certain folders. File Explorer:
- Misaligned up-arrow in tabs.
- The background color of the search box may invert in File Explorer.
- Issues with the delete key not working on files in File Explorer. Widgets:
- Misaligned notification badge numbers on the taskbar.
- Missing notification banners in the widgets board. Printing:
- Certain lines are not included when
printing tables from specific apps.More Information for Developers
Developers can download the latest Windows Insider SDK packages on the NuGet Gallery. These include: - .NET TFM packages for .NET apps
- C++ packages for Win32 headers and libs
- BuildTools package for tools like MakeAppx.exe, MakePri.exe, and SignTool.exe
About the Dev Channel
Builds in the Dev Channel might include features and experiences that may never be released publicly. These builds can have higher numbers than the Beta or Release Preview Channels and may require a clean install to switch channels.Important Links
- Inside Windows 11
- Windows Insider Program Documentation
- Flight Hub For
detailed information, visit the original blog post. Stay tuned to WindowsForum.com for more updates and insights! [Thread ID: Windows_Insider_25182]