Hello WindowsForum members! Microsoft has unveiled the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25272, the first Dev Channel build of 2023. This release packs several updates aimed at improving user experience, alongside vital fixes to known issues. Let’s dive into what this build brings to the table.
Key Improvements and Changes
Quick Assist Accessibility
Quick Assist has been relocated out of Windows Tools and now appears directly in the Start menu’s All apps list, making it simpler to locate.WSL Update Requirement
Starting from Build 25267, the inbox version of Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has been removed. If you're a WSL user, ensure you update to the latest version as outlined in this GitHub post. Future builds aim to automate this update process.Printing Enhancement
A refresh button has been added to the Windows print queue, streamlining the printing process.Fixes and Resolutions
General Fixes
- Resolved an issue where Arm64 devices showed a black screen when resuming from sleep or hibernate.
- Fixed disappearing and reappearing UI elements in apps.
Taskbar Search
- Rectified search box rendering issues and visual artifacts on the taskbar.
- Japanese IME candidate items now display correctly inside the search box.
Task Manager
- Improved filtering by publisher name and fixed issues causing services not to show.
- Rectified crashes and unreadable text issues with Task Manager light/dark themes.
- Task Manager search box focus can now be set using
CTRL + F.
Narrator and Live Captions
- Solved a Settings crash when toggling Narrator in Lithuanian and Hungarian builds.
- Ensured Narrator compatibility with Windows Defender Application Guard for Edge.
- Fixed Live Captions not functioning in recent Dev Channel builds.
Input and Settings
- Enhanced performance for high report rate mice during gaming and fixed touch gesture issues with the Start menu.
- Resolved certification authentication hang while connecting to VPN.
- Fixed Quick Settings crashes and blurry app icons under Settings > Apps > Default apps.
Other Fixes
- Fixed Windows Security app crashes and print queue stale job information.
- Addressed Windows Hello issues on specific PCs and Camera app bugs when pausing video recording.
Known Issues
General
- Using Windows Hello for facial recognition sign-in may not work on Arm64 PCs. Utilize the Hello PIN as a workaround.
Taskbar and System Tray
- The taskbar may crop in half when using the tablet-optimized taskbar, particularly on secondary monitors.
Task Manager and Widgets
- Some dialogs might not render correctly in the chosen theme.
- Investigating the issue causing the Widgets board to stay open invisibly in China and other regions. For more detailed insights and the complete list of changes, visit the official Windows Insider Blog. Stay tuned for more updates and share your feedback on this new build. Happy testing, Insiders! Attribution: Information derived from Microsoft and the Windows Insider Blog.