Today, the software giant announced the availability of Windows 10 build 10041, but it’s also warning users that there are several known issues in this build that everyone should be aware of. Below there is a list of these known issues in build 10041: Some people might hit an issue where the username and password boxes do not appear or don’t accept input when logging in, which will prevent them from logging in....
However, Windows 10 build 15058, includes a number of bug fixes and improvements to help finalize the update, but there are still a few known issues that you should be aware of before installing. What’s new on Windows 10 build 15058 In this new flight, Microsoft is fixing issues with inbox app failing to launch, and a few other Windows Store app bugs. Accessing the Wi-Fi settings no longer will crash the Settings app, and your computer will no longer crash if locked during in sleep mode....
Windows 10 build 17004, according to the software giant, adds more Fluent Design changes to the Start menu, Microsoft Edge and input get a ton of fixes, and there are also a number of general changes. What’s new on Windows 10 build 17004 Start menu In this flight, the All apps list on Start now includes Reveal highlight, which is a feature of Microsoft’s new Fluent Design System. Microsoft Edge Windows 10 build 17004 brings a number of fixes for the Microsoft Edge web browser, including:...
Windows 10 build 18323 is a minor update, and according to Microsoft, delivers an improved codec pack to support RAW files from your camera natively with thumbnails, previews, and camera metadata of previously unsupported raw files right in File Explorer. The new Settings header is now available across most regions using Windows 10 Home and Pro that aren’t domain joined. When using your accent color on the taskbar has been enabled, the taskbar and start jump lists will now also be accent-themed....
According to the company’s announcement, the update KB5017380 bumps the version number to build 19044.2075 and disables by default the Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.0 and 1.1. It also adds new settings to control “News and interests” from the Taskbar settings page, including the ability to change the alignment of the feature in the Taskbar. In addition, the update introduces WebAuthm redirection while using Remote Desktop when using web apps, and there’s a new functionality that lets you use Azure Active Directory (AD) authentication to sign in to Windows using Remote Desktop....
Windows 10 build 19587, according to the company, updates the Eye Control settings to span multiple pages, so that options are easier to find and understand. In the Settings app, starting with build 19582, Windows 10 is removing the Windows Security status details from the “About” page. Also, the “Time & Date” settings have been updated to gray out the “set time zone automatically” toggle if location has been disabled....
Windows 10 build 19587, according to the company, when you have muted the system volume, the volume won’t unmute when using the hardware keyboard volume keys until you raise the volume (or manually unmute). As part of the Narrator improvements, the experience now uses a more friendly string to describe the audio output in the Select playback device dropdown menu in the volume flyout. In addition, Narrator can now announce more details in the Add Bluetooth or other devices dialog in the Settings app when first opened....
Windows 10 build 20161, according to the software giant, introduces a new design of the Start menu that no longer focus on Live Tiles and removes the solid background behind the icons of the tiles and applies the same system color scheme with partial transparency. Starting with this flight, all your open tabs from the Chromium version of Microsoft Edge will now appear in the app switcher feature when using the Alt + Tab keyboard shortcut....
Windows 10 build 20241, according to the company, introduces a new splash screen for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps that uses the system color mode. This means that opening a modern app will now show a light or dark splash screen as it launches, instead of the color scheme you may choose from the Colors settings page. (Some of the apps that support this behavior right now, include Settings, Windows Security, and Calculator....
The newer build shows new animations when maximizing and minimizing windows, new context menu, unified Settings app, and the new kernel version 10.0. Interesting features, but it’s nothing we’ve already seen. If you’ve been following Pureinfotech’s Windows 10 coverage, you probably already watched the video demoing what’s new in build 9888. SEE ALSO: Windows 10 build 9888: all the new staff from the leaked version (video) One thing worth noting is that this new build circling around file sharing sites is not meant for the public....
However, while the company talked about 3D, mixed reality, 4K Windows 10 gaming, and MyPeople bar as the major changes, a fast-pace video introduced during the event highlights even more features coming with the Windows 10 Creators Update. Windows 10 Creators Update features Action Center improvements On the Windows 10 Creators Update, Action Center is getting some interesting improvements. Quick Actions will get more functionalities and things will look a little different....
Today, Microsoft is announcing that Windows 10 build 10051 for phones is available for anyone to try, but it’s also warning a number of known issues that you should know before installing. Below, there is a list with all the issues known to build 10051: There might be situations in which auto-upload of your Camera Roll to OneDrive may not be working. Please be sure to back up your photos especially if you need to use the Windows Phone Recovery Tool to go back to Windows Phone 8....
After pulling out its first major update from the Media Creation Tool, on November 24th, Microsoft explained that the real reason for removing the update was because of a bug that caused a “few settings preferences may have inadvertently not been retained for advertising ID, Background apps, SmartScreen Filter, and Sync with devices.”, and update KB3120677 addresses the issue for those users who have previously installed Windows 10 version 1511 and brings the build number to 10586....
KB4016871 bumps the version number of Windows 10 to build 15063.296 (or 15063.297), and it fixes a big issue with the OS that can lead to data loss. In addition, it addresses problems with Surface Hub devices, Bluetooth connectivity, and security holes with Microsoft Edge. What’s new on Windows 10 build 15063.296 (15063.297) Microsoft has announced KB4016871 in its support site, and it’s referred as “May 9, 2017—KB4016871 (OS Build 15063....
The update KB5012599 bumps the version number to build 19042.1645 (20H2), 19043.1645 (21H1), and 19044.1645 (21H2), and according to the official changes, it fixes a Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerability. The update also rolls out fixes and improvements that the company made available with the March 22 update preview KB5011543, which introduces an updated version of the Windows Search experience that highlights moments in time. Furthermore, this release also ships with a new option for changing the color of toast notifications, it adds a new policy to improve notification management and brings several new fixes....
According to the company, DirectStorage is available now as an Application Programming Interface (API) through the public Software Development Kit (SDK) to begin “a new era of fast load times and detailed worlds in PC games by allowing developers to more fully utilize the speed of the latest storage devices.” In addition, the feature is not only compatible with Windows 11, but Microsoft is also bringing the support to Windows 10 users....
However, it doesn’t necessarily mean that these features will make it to the final version. “In some cases, these concepts will never ship, but by experimenting more, we can better refine experiences and deliver solutions in Windows that truly empower our customers to achieve more,” the company says. Furthermore, there will be more A/B testing for experimental features with the difference that this time around, there could be variations of the features that the company won’t fully document....
Currently, when you have to change Bluetooth devices, you will find an option in the Quick Settings flyout, but it opens the Settings app to switch devices. The new Bluetooth interface will list all the paired devices to make it easier to switch devices. In addition, the interface for Windows 11 shows the battery level for each supported peripheral as well as a button to connect and disconnect the device from the computer....
Some apps from Kaspersky and others were affected by this problem that appeared after installing the update KB5007215 or later release. However, on November 19, the company released the Windows 11 build 22000.348 as update KB5007262 to address the issue. The only caveat is that the update is only available as a preview in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. If you have a device running the original release of Windows 11, Microsoft recommends uninstalling the app and then reinstalling it again to get around the issue....
New streamlined design No doubt that Mail is getting better, you’ll first notice after installing the new version of the operating system and looking at the new improved user interface (UI) that many will agree it’s a lot easier to use. In the new version of the app, Microsoft still delivering emails on a three-column view (account, message, and reading). The account column (the first one on left) is where you will see the most changes....
