Here is a summary of the July 22, 2025—KB5062660 (OS Build 26100.4770) Preview update for Windows 11 version 24H2:
Release Overview
Release Date: July 22, 2025
OS Build: 26100.4770
Applies To: Windows 11 version 24H2 (all editions)
Key Highlights
Security Notice
Secure Boot certificate expiration: Most Windows device Secure Boot certificates will expire starting June 2026. Users must update them in advance to avoid boot issues.
Gradual Rollout Features
Recall (Europe EEA support): Now available in EEA, with options to export and decrypt snapshots for third-party use using a unique code (user must keep this code safe).
Recall Reset: All Recall users can now reset Recall and delete all its data via advanced settings.
Click to Do Actions:
Practice in Reading Coach: Uses the Reading Coach app for fluency/pronunciation feedback.
Read with Immersive Reader: Focused reading environment with customization and audio support.
Draft with Copilot in Word: Instantly draft content from selected text (requires Copilot subscription).
Actions through Teams: Send Teams messages or schedule meetings directly via Click to Do on recognized emails.
Settings App Improvements:
AI-powered Agent: Helps find/change settings and can automate tasks (Copilot+ PCs, English only, Snapdragon first).
Search Box Placement: On non-Copilot+ PCs, the search box is more visible in Settings.
Reliability fixes for Settings when closing the lid or saving Wi-Fi credentials.
Windows Resiliency Initiative:
Quick Machine Recovery: Automatic issue fixes using WinRE; targeted at reducing downtime. Admin control via Intune.
Restart Experience Redesign: Modernized screen during unexpected restarts for clarity and speed.
Start Menu Policy: New Boolean option lets admins apply pins once, after which users can customize freely.
Snap Enhancements: Inline tips and shortcuts for using Snap.
Search Settings Redesign: Search-related settings consolidated into a single, modern page.
Touch Keyboard/Gamepad Mode: Enhanced controller navigation and new Gamepad keyboard (incl. lock screen PIN support).
File Explorer Fixes: Corrects display, performance, and sync delays.
Desktop Icons: Fix for incorrect icons after app updates.
Notification App Focus: Fixed issue where app wasn't brought to foreground after selecting notification.
Improvements
Authentication: Fixes for LSASS crashes during password changes with certain audit settings.
File Explorer Home: Fixes display bugs showing only a single folder.
ReFS/File System: Fixes for memory exhaustion when backing up large files.