Microsoft has failed to fix some gaming-related bugs and issues on Canary channel builds over the last few months. To make things worse, it has now added that even more games are affected.
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Microsoft has some bad news for those still using WordPad: the company will soon remove the app from Windows 11. Moreover, you will not be able to install it back, at least officially.
A code change in the latest Windows 11 Canary and Dev preview builds suggests that Copilot might show up in more places across the operating system. This time, in File Explorer's context menus.
Microsoft has released the latest Windows 11 update for members flighting the Insider Program in the Canary Channel. This new build, 26020, adds several new features and improvements.
Microsoft has released the latest Windows 11 build 26016.1012 for members of the Insider Program in the Canary Channel. It is designed to test the servicing pipeline and has no new features.
Windows 11's final Canary build in 2023 has a hidden new section in the Settings app. Called "AI Components," it confirms rumors about Microsoft's big AI push in 2024. Here is how to enable it.
Microsoft has released the latest Windows 11 update for members of the Inside Program in the Canary Channel. The new 26002 build adds a new Energy Saver feature and more changes.
Microsoft is working on an improved energy saver for its operating system. The latest Canary build brings an "extended and enhanced" battery saver to laptops, tablets, and even desktop computers.
The recently released Windows 11 build 26002 contains a feature ID that, when enabled, breaks the old Windows 10 taskbar. It also affects customization apps like ExplorerPatcher or StartAllBack.
The latest Windows 11 Canary build contains an early implementation of a Wi-Fi refresh button. Microsoft confirmed that it is working on it, but the current implementation is still raw.
Windows 11 preview builds released in the Canary and Dev channels on November 8 contain a hidden feature that lets you move the Copilot icon to the notification area. Here is how to try it.
The latest Windows 11 preview build from the Canary Channel brings a neat yet unannounced change: you can now compress files into two more archive formats. Those include TAR and 7Z.
Microsoft has announced a change for inbox Windows 11 apps. Starting with build 25987, all clean Windows installations no longer include two programs: Windows Maps and Movies and TV.
The recently discovered TPM bypass command no longer works in new Windows 11 preview builds [Update]
You can no longer bypass TPM requirements using the recently discovered setup.exe / product server command in Windows 11 build 25977. An attempt to use it results in the OS displaying a command error.
Microsoft has updated release notes for Windows 11 Canary build 25977, released earlier this week, to mention new animated network icons on the lock screen and in the notification area.
Users discovered another network-related undocumented change in Windows 11 build 25977: you can now install network drivers during the initial setup or out-of-box experience (OOBE).
The recently released Windows 11 build 25977 changes how the operating system handles location permissions. New controls will help you manage location access and adjust it whenever necessary.
The latest Windows 11 preview build 25977 from the Canary Channel has one neat Wi-Fi-related feature: the operating system now lets you view and share Wi-Fi passwords using QR codes.
Microsoft has released a new preview build in the Canary Channel. Version 25977 is rolling out with Bluetooth Low Energy Audio support, improved location permissions, SMB over QUICK, and more.
The recently released Windows 11 build 25967 introduces a slightly reworked Quick Settings section, allowing users to scroll it when using more than six buttons. Here is how to enable it.
Bad news for those planning to activate Windows 11 with a Windows 7 or 8/8.1 key: users noticed that the latest Windows 11 preview builds no longer allow activation with old license keys.
Microsoft may be planning to eliminate several peer-to-peer networking-related services in upcoming Windows 11 version 23H2 and Windows 12. Though it has likely not been finalized yet.
Microsoft has released the Windows 11 Canary Insider Build 25951.1010 (KB5031089) update. However, this update was launched by the company to test its current servicing pipeline for builds.
The Windows 11l build 25947, released to members of the Windows Insider Canary Channel, fixes a few bugs found in previous builds, including one that was keeping some users from typing.
The Windows 11 Insider Canary Channel preview build 25936 is letting testers try some new experiences after completing OOBE (“out of box experience”) along with a few changes and bug fixes.
Microsoft, at the beginning of the year, introduced bootable ReFS to the Windows 11 Canary Insider channel. After some more progress, the company has now started enabling in-place upgrades too.
Windows 11 build 25931, currently available for testing in the Canary Channel, brings a welcome change: you can now remove even more inbox (stock) programs with a simple right click.
The new Windows 11 Insider Canary Channel preview 25931 also has updated the expiration date for those builds to September 15, 2024, and the Remote Desktop (MSTSC) client can be uninstalled.
Windows 11 build 25926 contains a new Settings page for managing "System Components" or stock apps and extra features. The new page is hidden by default, so here is how to enable it.
Microsoft will release a major update for Windows 11's File Explorer later this year. However, in addition to new features, the redesign will most likely introduce major performance problems.
The recently released Windows 11 build 25921 (Canary Channel) contains a new unannounced accessibility feature. Those using built-in color filters can now adjust the intensity and color boost.
Microsoft recently published new Intel and AMD CPU support list for Windows 11. Speaking of which, the tech giant may also be working on blocking installs of the OS on unsupported hardware.
The previously announced Bug Bash for the upcoming Windows 11 23H2 release is here. Every insider running the most recent preview builds can help Microsoft find and resolve various bugs in its OS.
Microsoft wants to make Windows 11 more friendly to high-refresh-rate monitors. The latest Canary build, introduces a set of improvements to allow better efficiency and different refresh rate support.
Tonight on Microsoft Weekly: Microsoft reports its finances and gets slapped with an antitrust investigation from the EU; Windows 11 receives new builds and features; and Edge has a new mascot.
The new Windows 11 Insider Canary preview build 25905 blog post has added more features since its release on June 12, including a new Windows Update feature that was discovered post-release.
Windows Copilot, Cortana's successor and the next-generation AI assistant for Windows 11, is right around the corner. And as it approaches, Microsoft makes removing Cortana significantly easier.
Windows 11 build 25905, currently available for testing in the Canary Channel, contains a neat unannounced feature that lets you repair your Windows installation using Windows Update.
The recently released Windows 11 build 25905 contains an important change for those using Windows PCs with ARM processors: the OS no longer supports arm32 UWP applications. Here is what that means.
The latest Windows 11 preview build from the Canary Channel finally delivers the long-promised and controversial Fluent 3D Emoji. The new variant replaces the flat version Microsoft shipped in 2021.