Attention Windows enthusiasts! Microsoft has just released new updates for Windows 11 in the Beta Channel with Insider Preview Builds 22621.1546 and 22624.1546, under the cumulative update KB5025310. These builds come with varying feature sets enabled by default, marking another stride towards enhancing the operating system.
### Key Highlights of the Release
Build 22624.1546: This build rolls out new features by default.
Build 22621.1546: Features are off by default but can be enabled.
#### Important Reminder
Insiders on Build 22623 will automatically transition to Build 22624 due to an enablement package. This package helps differentiate between devices that have the new features activated from those that don't while maintaining a coherent structure for updates.
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### Changes and Improvements in Build 22624.1546
General:
- Content Adaptive Brightness Control (CABC): Though previously documented to work on desktop PCs, it turns out CABC is only available on certain laptop and 2-in-1 devices and needs to be enabled by the device OEM.
Settings:
- Improved Search Performance: Enhancements have been made to expedite search operations within the Settings.
- Print Screen Key: Now opens Snipping Tool by default, but this can be changed in Settings under Accessibility > Keyboard. Previous user modifications will be preserved.
- Recent Tabs Limit: Introduced a cap of 20 most recent tabs in ALT + TAB and Snap Assist settings to streamline multitasking.
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### Fixes in Build 22624.1546
Input:
- Resolved issues preventing the launch of text input features like the touch keyboard, voice typing, and emoji panel.
- Addressed visibility issues with buttons in the Pinyin IME’s settings flyout when a contrast theme is active.
Task Manager:
- Fixed display problems on the Performance page that required resizing or page changes to refresh properly.
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### Known Issues
Search on the Taskbar:
- Some users may observe the daily rotating search highlight temporarily before the Bing button appears after a restart.
File Explorer:
- Shift + Right click not opening "Show more options" dialog.
Live Captions:
- ARM64 device users may need to restart live captions after changing languages.
- Some languages lack full support for live captions, and installation progress may go hidden, causing delays.
- Performance of live captions might degrade in non-English languages.
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### About the Beta Channel
The Beta Channel offers a preview of features closer to the final release for general users. It signifies parallel development paths with the Dev Channel, providing insights into what might be shipped in future releases. For a detailed understanding of how these features are tested and rolled out, you can refer to the official blog post.
For further resources and updates:
- Inside Windows 11: Get insights from the makers of Windows 11.
- Windows Insider Program Documentation: Learn more about the insider program.
- Flight Hub: Track the builds across different Insider channels.
Stay tuned for more updates and happy exploring the new features!
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URL to the original blog post
- WindowsForum.com
### Key Highlights of the Release
Build 22624.1546: This build rolls out new features by default.
Build 22621.1546: Features are off by default but can be enabled.
#### Important Reminder
Insiders on Build 22623 will automatically transition to Build 22624 due to an enablement package. This package helps differentiate between devices that have the new features activated from those that don't while maintaining a coherent structure for updates.
---
### Changes and Improvements in Build 22624.1546
General:
- Content Adaptive Brightness Control (CABC): Though previously documented to work on desktop PCs, it turns out CABC is only available on certain laptop and 2-in-1 devices and needs to be enabled by the device OEM.
Settings:
- Improved Search Performance: Enhancements have been made to expedite search operations within the Settings.
- Print Screen Key: Now opens Snipping Tool by default, but this can be changed in Settings under Accessibility > Keyboard. Previous user modifications will be preserved.
- Recent Tabs Limit: Introduced a cap of 20 most recent tabs in ALT + TAB and Snap Assist settings to streamline multitasking.
---
### Fixes in Build 22624.1546
Input:
- Resolved issues preventing the launch of text input features like the touch keyboard, voice typing, and emoji panel.
- Addressed visibility issues with buttons in the Pinyin IME’s settings flyout when a contrast theme is active.
Task Manager:
- Fixed display problems on the Performance page that required resizing or page changes to refresh properly.
---
### Known Issues
Search on the Taskbar:
- Some users may observe the daily rotating search highlight temporarily before the Bing button appears after a restart.
File Explorer:
- Shift + Right click not opening "Show more options" dialog.
Live Captions:
- ARM64 device users may need to restart live captions after changing languages.
- Some languages lack full support for live captions, and installation progress may go hidden, causing delays.
- Performance of live captions might degrade in non-English languages.
---
### About the Beta Channel
The Beta Channel offers a preview of features closer to the final release for general users. It signifies parallel development paths with the Dev Channel, providing insights into what might be shipped in future releases. For a detailed understanding of how these features are tested and rolled out, you can refer to the official blog post.
For further resources and updates:
- Inside Windows 11: Get insights from the makers of Windows 11.
- Windows Insider Program Documentation: Learn more about the insider program.
- Flight Hub: Track the builds across different Insider channels.
Stay tuned for more updates and happy exploring the new features!
---
URL to the original blog post
- WindowsForum.com
