What's New in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25267: Key Updates and Known Issues

Microsoft has introduced Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25267 for the Dev Channel, marking the final release for 2022. Here's a detailed breakdown of the updates, improvements, and known issues that come with this build.

Key Updates and Improvements​

1. ISOs Available for Download​

For those looking to start fresh or conduct a clean installation, ISOs for build 25267 are available. Download them here.

2. Search on the Taskbar​

Continuing the changes from Build 25252, this build introduces more rounded corners for the search interface on the taskbar. Users can adjust their experience through taskbar settings.

3. Windows Security​

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Security firewall notifications now sport the updated Windows 11 visuals for a cohesive look.

4. Various Fixes​

• General: Issues with casting (WIN + K) and high-impact explorer.exe crashes have been fixed.
• Taskbar & System Tray: Resolved issues with Bluetooth in Quick Settings and improved screen reader compatibility.
• Search on the Taskbar: Fixes for visual artifacts and text scaling issues.
• Input: Resolved issues with Simplified Chinese IME and ALT + Shift notifications.
• File Explorer: Fixed the “Browse for Folder” issue.
• Settings: Error codes in Windows Update history can now be copied.
• Other: Fixed issues with restartable file copies using robocopy.
  

  Known Issues​

  1. General​

• Arm64 devices might display a black screen while resuming from sleep or hibernate.
• Windows Hello facial recognition may fail on certain devices.
• UI elements in various apps might disappear and reappear sporadically.

  2. Taskbar & System Tray​

• Cropped taskbar in tablet-optimized mode on secondary monitors.

  3. Task Manager​

• Filtering by publisher name doesn’t match correctly on the Processes page.
• Services may not appear correctly after filtering is applied.
• Issues with Task Manager theme rendering, causing unreadable text in Custom mode.
• Startup apps may not list correctly; use Settings > Apps > Startup as a workaround.

  4.
  Widgets​

• Widgets board may get stuck in an invisible state, especially for Insiders in China. Use WIN + D to resolve.
• Layout issues in right-to-left display languages.

  5. Live Captions​

  Live Captions are not functioning in this build but will be fixed in an upcoming build after the holidays.

  Developer Updates​

  Latest Windows Insider SDK can be downloaded from aka.ms/windowsinsidersdk. NuGet packages for better CI/CD pipeline integration are also available.

  Conclusion​

  This build brings a host of improvements and critical fixes, enhancing the overall usability and performance of Windows 11. However, users should be aware of known issues that may
  impact device functionality. New builds will resume in January 2023, promising more innovation and refinement. Stay updated and join the discussions on WindowsForum.com for more insights and community support! For more details, read the official blog post. We welcome your thoughts and experiences with build 25267. Happy holidays!