Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25236: Key Changes and Fixes

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Key Highlights​

Improvements in Search Functionality​

• Windows Search Tips: Microsoft is experimenting with providing tips directly on the taskbar to improve the overall search experience. This update is currently available for select English-speaking Insiders in the U.S.

Narrator Updates​

• Natural Voices: Fixed issues causing Narrator voices,
  such as Guy or Jenny, to not operate correctly.
• Pinned Status Announcement: Narrator will now announce the pinned and unpinned status of apps in the taskbar.

Taskbar and System Tray Fixes​

• Hidden Icons Flyout: Resolved an issue where opening the hidden icons flyout resulted in an unnecessary File Explorer entry in the taskbar.
• Taskbar Previews: Fixed issues related to freezing or blank taskbar previews.
• System Tray Icons: Addressed multiple bugs, including issues with the volume icon and GDI handle leaks causing explorer.exe crashes.

File Explorer Enhancements​

• Resolved crashes occurring when closing tabs.
• Fixed erroneous divider lines in the navigation pane.

Settings Adjustments​

• Battery Graph: Now hidden on the Power & Battery page when a UPS is connected.
• Kiosk Setup: Improved text clarity in the Accounts section to better guide the setup process.
• Audio Devices: Correctly displays input/output status in System > Sound.

General Fixes​

• Addressed SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED bug checks.
• Adjustments made to color filter settings for better usability.

Known Issues​

• Audio Issues: Some Insiders report audio problems after upgrading.
• App Crashes: Investigating crashes in various apps and games.
• UI Glitches: Reports of disappearing UI elements.
• Projecting Modes: WIN + P and Quick Settings projection modes issues being investigated.
• Taskbar Flashes: Occasional
  flashing during posture changes.
• System Tray Issues: Chat apps not showing message previews.
• Start Menu Bugs: Issues opening folders and garbled text for Chinese users.
• Text Cursor Visibility: Difficulty seeing the cursor in text fields.

Microsoft Store Update​

Insiders on version 22210.1401.x will see:

• Easier redemption of digital offers like Office and Game Pass.
• Improved scrolling and resizing experience in search card results for low-powered devices.

Developer Insights​

• SDK Update: The latest Windows Insider SDK is available, enhancing CI/CD pipeline integration with granular package access for .NET and C++.

Conclusion​

This build, while mainly aimed at testing backend processes, comes​

with significant improvements and a slew of fixes. Note the known issues, as they might impact your usage. For full details, visit the Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25236. Stay tuned for more updates and keep on sharing your valuable feedback!
Important Links:

• Windows Insider Program documentation - Windows Insider Program
• Flight Hub - Windows Insider Program Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences with Build 25236 in the comments below!

 

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UPDATE 6/6: We are starting to roll out Cumulative Update Build 25381.1200 (KB5027849). This update does not include anything new and is designed to test our servicing pipeline for builds in the Canary Channel.​

Hello Windows Insiders, Today, we are thrilled to announce the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25381 to the Canary Channel.

Key Highlights:​

• SMB Signing Requirement Changes
• Starting with Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25381 (Enterprise editions), SMB signing is now required by default for all connections. Previously, Windows only required SMB signing for specific connections like SYSVOL and NETLOGON and for Active Directory domain controllers.
• This change is part of an initiative to enhance the security of Windows and Windows Server for modern environments. It may affect connections to third-party SMB servers that do not support or have disabled SMB signing, resulting in error messages like 0xc000a000, -1073700864, or STATUS_INVALID_SIGNATURE.
• To resolve this, configure your third-party SMB server to support SMB signing. Disabling SMB signing in Windows or using SMB1 is not recommended.
• PowerShell Commands:
• To see current SMB signing settings:

  powershell Get-SmbClientConfiguration Get-SmbServerConfiguration

• To disable SMB signing in client connections:

  powershell Set-SmbServerConfiguration -RequireSecuritySignature $false

  For more information, visit SMB signing required by default in Windows Insider | Microsoft Community Hub.
• Camera Troubleshooting Improvements
• If a camera streaming issue is detected, such as the camera failing to start or a closed camera shutter, a pop-up dialog will recommend launching the automated Get Help troubleshooter to resolve the issue.

For Developers:​

• The latest Windows Insider SDK is now available at Download Windows Insider Preview SDK.
• SDK NuGet packages are flighting at NuGet Gallery | WindowsSDK including:
• .NET TFM packages for .NET apps.
• C++ packages for Win32 headers and libraries per architecture.
• BuildTools package for tools like MakeAppx.exe, MakePri.exe, and SignTool.exe. Remember to use adaptive code when targeting new APIs to ensure your app runs smoothly on all customer machines, particularly when building against the Dev Channel SDK. Feature detection is recommended over OS version checks, as the latter can be unreliable.

About the Canary Channel:​

The Canary Channel is designed to preview platform changes that require longer lead time before being released to customers. Examples of such changes include major updates to the Windows kernel and new APIs.

• Builds in the Canary Channel are "hot off the presses," with minimal validation and documentation available before being offered to Insiders.
• These builds can contain major issues, potentially preventing proper PC usage or necessitating a Windows reinstall in rare cases.
• Limited documentation will be offered for the Canary Channel, and blog posts will only be published when new features are available.
• Our release frequency may increase in the future, but the Canary Channel won't receive daily builds.

Important Insider Links:​

• Windows Insider Program documentation - Windows Insider Program
• 108 minutes that changed the world for build information updates Stay tuned for more updates and new features as we continue to improve Windows 11! Thanks, Amanda & Brandon Original URL: Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25381

 

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Introduction​

Greetings Windows Insiders, we are here to inform you that the rollout of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26236 in the Canary Channel has been temporarily paused as of June 18. Rest assured, we will resume flights to the Canary Channel shortly. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this brief pause.

Key Updates and Enhancements​

• Start Menu Improvement: With this update, the roll-out of the new account manager on the Start menu has commenced. Signing in with a Microsoft account now provides a quick, glanceable view of account benefits and simplified account settings management.
• Taskbar Fix: Addressed an issue causing the taskbar to not appear for a small number of Insiders in recent flights.
• Audio Enhancement: Resolved an underlying issue affecting the persistence of preferred audio volume for Microsoft Edge across app restarts.

Known Issues​

• We are currently investigating reports of Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels being stuck on Build 26040 or Build 23620. While investigations are ongoing, impacted users seeking the latest build can opt for a clean install using the latest ISO version.
• A new investigation is underway regarding the colors not displaying correctly in the Performance section when in dark mode.

Microsoft Store Update​

Windows Insiders in the Canary, Dev, and Beta Channels, running version 22405.xxxx.x of the Microsoft Store and higher, will experience improved checkout convenience with Microsoft Wallet. Earn reward points and redeem them for gift cards, all within the Store interface.

Community Reminders​

• The Canary Channel builds are for testing purposes and may never align with a specific Windows release. Features introduced in these builds are subject to change based on feedback.
• Features are gradually rolled out and monitored for feedback before full implementation.
• Issues related to localization can be reported via the Feedback Hub.

Exiting the Canary Channel​

To move from the Canary Channel requires a clean installation of Windows 11 due to technical requirements and build compatibility limitations. The progress in the Canary Channel and ongoing enhancements are integral to refining the Windows 11 experience. We appreciate your feedback and engagement as we work together to shape the future of Windows.

Conclusion​

For further details, please refer to the original post on the Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26236 (Canary Channel). Thank you for your continued support and participation in the Windows Insider Program.
Published Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 17:04:33 +0000