Also, you can now enable search on the left in Windows 11 Build 22623.870 (Beta)
The design the search box is more like the Windows 10 input field. Also, the search itself is now functional.
You need to run these two ViveTool command, assuming that you have vivetool.exe in the c:\vivetool folder.
1) c:\vivetool\vivetool /
2) c:\vivetool\vivetool /
Run these in a Terminal opened as Administrator.
👉 https://winaero.com/you-can-now-enable-search-on-the-left-in-windows-11-build-22623-870-beta/
The design the search box is more like the Windows 10 input field. Also, the search itself is now functional.
You need to run these two ViveTool command, assuming that you have vivetool.exe in the c:\vivetool folder.
1) c:\vivetool\vivetool /
enable /id:408877712) c:\vivetool\vivetool /
disable /id:38937525Run these in a Terminal opened as Administrator.
👉 https://winaero.com/you-can-now-enable-search-on-the-left-in-windows-11-build-22623-870-beta/
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Microsoft prepares several major updates to the Windows Subsystem for Android. Among the improvements, there are a platform updates to Android 13, file transfer, and picture-in-picture support. The changes are as follows:
▪️Android 13
▪️File transfer
▪️Shortcuts
▪️Picture-in-picture
▪️Local network access by default
The published roadmap doesn't include the estimated release dates for any of them. Most likely they will first appear for Insiders in the near future. So if you are running Windows 11 in the Dev or Beta channel, you will see them soon.
👉 https://winaero.com/windows-subsystem-for-android-will-soon-get-android-13-file-transfers-and-more/
▪️Android 13
▪️File transfer
▪️Shortcuts
▪️Picture-in-picture
▪️Local network access by default
The published roadmap doesn't include the estimated release dates for any of them. Most likely they will first appear for Insiders in the near future. So if you are running Windows 11 in the Dev or Beta channel, you will see them soon.
👉 https://winaero.com/windows-subsystem-for-android-will-soon-get-android-13-file-transfers-and-more/
You can now enable new "Moment 2 Update" features in Windows 11 version 22H2
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22621.755 as an optional update KB5018496. It comes with various changes (listed below), including Task Manager in the taskbar menu, OneDrive subscription management in Settings, search improvements, and bug fixes.
Besides, there are hidden features that you can activate with ViveTool. With a few commands you can enable tablet-optimized taskbar, system tray that supports icon drag-n-drop, Live Search in File Explorer, etc. Those are slated for the Moment 2 update, which is coming to the public somewhere in February/March 2023.
👉 https://winaero.com/how-to-enable-new-moment-2-update-features-in-windows-11-22h2/
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22621.755 as an optional update KB5018496. It comes with various changes (listed below), including Task Manager in the taskbar menu, OneDrive subscription management in Settings, search improvements, and bug fixes.
Besides, there are hidden features that you can activate with ViveTool. With a few commands you can enable tablet-optimized taskbar, system tray that supports icon drag-n-drop, Live Search in File Explorer, etc. Those are slated for the Moment 2 update, which is coming to the public somewhere in February/March 2023.
👉 https://winaero.com/how-to-enable-new-moment-2-update-features-in-windows-11-22h2/
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Google released Chrome 107, will soon drop Windows 8.1 and 7 support
It's a major release that adds support for Encrypted Client Hello, hardware accelerated HEVC, a new UI for downloads, password import/export to a file. Chrome will now automatically revoke permission to display notifications for sites detected sending notifications and messages that annoy the user. Oh, and Chrome on Android now requires at least Android 6.0.
Google Chrome will end support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 starting with version 110, which is slated for release on February 7, 2023. Older versions of the browser will continue to work on these operating systems, but users will not receive updates, including security updates.
👉 https://winaero.com/google-released-chrome-107-will-soon-drop-windows-8-1-and-7-support/
It's a major release that adds support for Encrypted Client Hello, hardware accelerated HEVC, a new UI for downloads, password import/export to a file. Chrome will now automatically revoke permission to display notifications for sites detected sending notifications and messages that annoy the user. Oh, and Chrome on Android now requires at least Android 6.0.
Google Chrome will end support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 starting with version 110, which is slated for release on February 7, 2023. Older versions of the browser will continue to work on these operating systems, but users will not receive updates, including security updates.
👉 https://winaero.com/google-released-chrome-107-will-soon-drop-windows-8-1-and-7-support/
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Microsoft has released a new patch for Windows 10 with various fixes, including resolved issues with Direct3D 9 games, Edge, and Windows Update.
If you are running Windows 10 version 21H1, Windows 10 version 21H2, or Windows 10 Enterprise version 20H2, open the Settings app, go to Update &recovery, and click Check for updates. You'll find KB5018482 in the optional updates section. It is also available for manual download on the Microsoft Update Catalog.
If you are running Windows 10 version 21H1, Windows 10 version 21H2, or Windows 10 Enterprise version 20H2, open the Settings app, go to Update &recovery, and click Check for updates. You'll find KB5018482 in the optional updates section. It is also available for manual download on the Microsoft Update Catalog.
Microsoft today released two Insider builds.
🔹 Build 25231 is in the Dev channel. The main goal of this release is to make some of the new features available to more insiders, including the new tablet-optimized taskbar and language options.
🔹Builds 22621.875 & 22623.875 are in Beta. Here, the Task Manager in the taskbar context menu and the tablet-optimized taskbar are also available to all Insiders.
🔹 Build 25231 is in the Dev channel. The main goal of this release is to make some of the new features available to more insiders, including the new tablet-optimized taskbar and language options.
🔹Builds 22621.875 & 22623.875 are in Beta. Here, the Task Manager in the taskbar context menu and the tablet-optimized taskbar are also available to all Insiders.
Windows 11 can now automatically turn on the hotspot on the linked phone. Clicking "Connect" in the list of known wireless networks will enable the tethering feature on the smartphone even if it is currently disabled.
Sadly, this is exclusively available on Samsung devices. The feature requires Windows 11 build 22621+, Phone Link version 1.22082.111.0+, Link to Windows Android app 1.22081.142+, and a Samsung phone with One UI 4.1.1+
Sadly, this is exclusively available on Samsung devices. The feature requires Windows 11 build 22621+, Phone Link version 1.22082.111.0+, Link to Windows Android app 1.22081.142+, and a Samsung phone with One UI 4.1.1+
Following the Rename this PC box, Windows 11 receives an updated Reset this PC wizard of the Fluent Design. The change is available in the latest Dev Channel release, Windows 11 Build 25231. So if you are interested in giving it a try, use ViveTool as follows
1) Download ViveTool and extract it to C:\vivevtool.
2) Open Terminal as Admin and run these two commands:
👉 https://winaero.com/windows-11-receives-an-updated-reset-this-pc-dialog-with-fluent-design-touches/
1) Download ViveTool and extract it to C:\vivevtool.
2) Open Terminal as Admin and run these two commands:
c:\vivetool\vivetool /enable /id:41598133
c:\vivetool\vivetool /enable /id:36390579
3)Restart Windows 11, and open Settings > Windows Update > Advanced Options > Recovery > Reset PC.👉 https://winaero.com/windows-11-receives-an-updated-reset-this-pc-dialog-with-fluent-design-touches/
Windows 11 Build 25236 is now available in the Dev channel to Insiders. The official announcement mostly lists fixed and known issues, both are large lists. It doesn't mention anything new besides the new search tips shown in the screenshot.
It also includes an updated Microsoft Store. It clearly shows if your device came with digital attach offer (Office, Game Pass, or standalone games) and allows redeeming it. Also, search product cards have got more adaptive design.
Enable Search Box in Task Manager (Insider Build 25231 and above)
1) Download the ViveTool app from GitHub and unpack the downloaded archive to the c:\ViveTool folder.
2) Open a command prompt or Terminal as an administrator, then type and run this command:
👉 https://winaero.com/how-to-enable-search-box-in-task-manager-on-windows-11/
1) Download the ViveTool app from GitHub and unpack the downloaded archive to the c:\ViveTool folder.
2) Open a command prompt or Terminal as an administrator, then type and run this command:
c:\vivetool\vivetool /enable /id:39420424
3) Restart your computer to apply the changes.👉 https://winaero.com/how-to-enable-search-box-in-task-manager-on-windows-11/
Microsoft has released cumulative updates for all supported operating systems. On Windows 11, it fixes a bug in File Explorer that fails to localize folders. On the rest of OSes, the updates address miscellaneous security issues and make improvements to internal OS functionality. Check out this page to learn more about them.
Windows 11:
Windows 10:
Windows 11:
Version 22H2 - KB5019980 (OS Build 22621.819). Microsoft Update Catalog.Version 21H2 - KB5019961 (OS Build 22000.1219). Microsoft Update Catalog.Windows 10:
November 2021 Update (version 21H2) - KB5019959 (OS Build 19044.2251). Microsoft Update Catalog.May 2021 Update (version 21H1) - KB5019959 (OS Build 19043.2251). Microsoft Update Catalog.October 2020 Update (version 20H2) - KB5019959 (OS Build 19042.2251). Microsoft Update Catalog.October 2018 Update (version 1809) - KB5019966 (OS Build 17763.3650). Microsoft Update Catalog.Microsoft has released .NET 7.0
🌍 https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/7.0
and PowerShell 7.3.0
🌍 https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell/releases/tag/v7.3.0
🌍 https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/7.0
and PowerShell 7.3.0
🌍 https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell/releases/tag/v7.3.0
Microsoft intends to advertise its services in the Windows 11 Start menu. This not even news for most users who track the Dev channel. Earlier, this advertisement option was discovered in Build 25227. Officially known as Start menu badges, they will remind the user to do this or that "important action".
Windows 11 will show a new item "Back up your files" that points to OneDrive in the user menu of the Start panel. Sometimes, instead of this item, you will be prompted to sign in with a Microsoft account or complete the profile setup.
By using ViveTool you can disable the ads, at least as of now in Dev channel builds. Run Terminal as Admin and issue this command (assumes that you have vivetool.exe in c:\vivetoool):
c:\vivetool\vivetool /disable /id:36435151
Restart the OS after running the above command.
👉 https://winaero.com/this-is-how-you-can-disable-ads-in-windows-11-start-menu/
Windows 11 will show a new item "Back up your files" that points to OneDrive in the user menu of the Start panel. Sometimes, instead of this item, you will be prompted to sign in with a Microsoft account or complete the profile setup.
By using ViveTool you can disable the ads, at least as of now in Dev channel builds. Run Terminal as Admin and issue this command (assumes that you have vivetool.exe in c:\vivetoool):
c:\vivetool\vivetool /disable /id:36435151
Restart the OS after running the above command.
👉 https://winaero.com/this-is-how-you-can-disable-ads-in-windows-11-start-menu/
Windows 10 version 21H1 will reach its end of support next month. The EOL date is December 13, 2022, when the OS will receive the latest cumulative update with vulnerability fixes. Microsoft recommends upgrading to the latest versions of Windows 10 as soon as possible to continue to stay protected.
The latest version of Windows 10 (and the last one) is 22H2, "Windows 10 2022 Update". It is built on top of the Windows 10 version 20H2 code base. So if you are running version 20H2 or above, it will take a few mins to install 22H2. Eligible devices will also see the offer to install Windows 11, version 22H2.
👉 https://winaero.com/windows-10-version-21h1-will-reach-its-end-of-support-next-month/
The latest version of Windows 10 (and the last one) is 22H2, "Windows 10 2022 Update". It is built on top of the Windows 10 version 20H2 code base. So if you are running version 20H2 or above, it will take a few mins to install 22H2. Eligible devices will also see the offer to install Windows 11, version 22H2.
👉 https://winaero.com/windows-10-version-21h1-will-reach-its-end-of-support-next-month/
Microsoft has started roll-out a new Photos app with iCloud Photos support, now available to everyone. So if you have iCloud on some Apple device, you can now view pics from there on your Windows 11 computer.
The roll-out is gradual, so you may not see the new feature right away, but you will definitely get it by the end of this month.
To work with iCloud, the Photos app utilizes the iCloud for Windows app. Also, you need to sign in to it with your Apple account. After that, your iCloud Photos content will appear automatically in your Photos app.
The roll-out is gradual, so you may not see the new feature right away, but you will definitely get it by the end of this month.
To work with iCloud, the Photos app utilizes the iCloud for Windows app. Also, you need to sign in to it with your Apple account. After that, your iCloud Photos content will appear automatically in your Photos app.
Windows 11 Build 22623.891 (Beta channel) adds several new features to Task Manager
🔹A search box in the title bar
🔹Now you can choose the dark or light theme in the Task Manager settings, regardless of the current theme in Windows.
🔹The selected theme is now applied to all task manager dialogs, except for “Run new task” and Properties dialog
🔹Microsoft has made it easier to enable efficiency mode, and also added the “Do not ask again” option.
There are also general fixes and improvements.
🔹A search box in the title bar
🔹Now you can choose the dark or light theme in the Task Manager settings, regardless of the current theme in Windows.
🔹The selected theme is now applied to all task manager dialogs, except for “Run new task” and Properties dialog
🔹Microsoft has made it easier to enable efficiency mode, and also added the “Do not ask again” option.
There are also general fixes and improvements.