Microsoft has announced the release of PowerToys v0.94, which introduces a variety of significant updates aimed at enhancing user experience and optimizing the suite of utilities. This version features an improved PowerToys Settings interface, which now includes a sophisticated search function with fuzzy matching and a hotkey conflict detection system to help users identify overlapping keyboard shortcuts. Additionally, the WiX 5 installer has been upgraded to bolster security and reliability.

Microsoft has launched Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27934 for participants in the Canary Channel, introducing several enhancements and fixes aimed at improving overall system performance. This update specifically addresses issues such as crashes in the Desktop Window Manager (DWM), incorrect terminal app launches, and crashes in certain Universal Windows Platform (UWP) applications while scrolling.

Microsoft has launched Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5770 (KB5064093) for users in the Dev Channel, marking an important update that introduces a host of new features and enhancements. This build aims to enhance user productivity and accessibility while improving the overall Windows experience.

Microsoft has announced the release of the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5770 (KB5064089) to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel, specifically for those using Windows 11 version 24H2. This update introduces a variety of new features and improvements aimed at enhancing the user experience.

Microsoft has officially rolled out Windows 11 25H2 (Build 26200.5074) to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, with a broader release anticipated later this year. This update brings several new features and enhancements while also phasing out certain functionalities, notably PowerShell 2.0 and Windows Management Instrumentation Command-line (WMIC).

Microsoft has announced the release of preview update KB5064081 for Windows 11 version 24H2, aimed at enhancing the overall user experience with a variety of new features and enhancements. This update introduces several improvements, including the Recall feature, which presents users with a personalized homepage showcasing recent activities and frequently used applications and websites. Additionally, the Click to Do feature provides an interactive tutorial, helping users accomplish tasks more efficiently.

On August 26, 2025, Microsoft released a new non-security update for Windows 11, designated as KB5064080 (OS Build 22621.5840). This update is part of the Windows 11 version 23H2 and includes several quality improvements and a significant new feature aimed at organizations: "Windows Backup for Organizations." This feature is designed to facilitate seamless transitions between devices, offering enterprise-grade backup and restore capabilities that can help maintain productivity and ensure business continuity during device refreshes, upgrades to Windows 11, or deployments of AI-powered PCs.

Microsoft has released a new preview update for Windows 10, designated as KB5063842 (OS Build 19045.6282), which is part of the Windows 10 22H2 version. This update includes important fixes and quality improvements from previous updates, specifically KB5063709 and KB5066188. It addresses various issues including:

Microsoft has announced the release of Windows Terminal Preview version 1.24.2372.0, featuring a range of new functionalities and enhancements. Key highlights of this update include the introduction of a multilingual Command Palette, which can now be displayed in both users' native languages and English, improved management of icons and background images, and automatic detection of frequently accessed SSH hosts. Additional bug fixes address issues like improper color handling during scrolling and missing line breaks in full-screen applications such as tmux. Furthermore, the update brings several performance and reliability enhancements aimed at improving user experience.

Windows Terminal version 1.23.12371.0 has been officially released after being delayed due to reliability concerns. This update introduces significant enhancements, including a new and more dependable windowing architecture, a revamped user interface for customizing settings, and support for drag-and-drop path translation. The release also addresses various bugs and performance issues, specifically crashes in context menu handling and improved performance when handling buffers with numerous scroll bar marks.

Microsoft has released the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5761 (KB5064093) to users in the Dev Channel. This build introduces several enhancements, particularly focusing on the integration between Android phones and Windows PCs. One of the standout features is the ability to resume apps, starting with Spotify. Users can continue playing music or podcasts from their Android device directly on their PC, provided they are logged into the same Spotify account on both devices. The feature will notify users with a "Resume alert" on their PC's taskbar when they play content on their phone.

Microsoft has announced the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5761 (KB5064093) for users in the beta channel, specifically those running Windows 11 version 24H2. This update introduces a significant new feature that allows users to seamlessly resume applications from their Android devices on their Windows 11 PCs. For example, if a user is listening to a Spotify track on their Android phone, they can continue playback directly on their PC with a simple alert notification that appears on the taskbar. If the Spotify app is not installed on the PC, it will automatically initiate a one-click installation from the Microsoft Store.

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 22631.5840 to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, addressing issues that arose from the previous update, Build 22631.5837. This update is part of the Windows 11 23H2 version and includes several fixes aimed at improving system performance and user experience.

Microsoft has recently launched Windows 11 Build 26100.5067 (KB5064081) to Windows Insiders within the Release Preview Channel for the Windows 11 24H2 version. This update addresses a regression that occurred in the prior build (26100.5061) and resolves a Miracast issue.

Microsoft has released Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6280 to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. This update addresses a regression that occurred in the earlier Build 19045.6276, providing necessary fixes and improvements.

Visual Studio Code has announced the release of version 1.103.2, which includes important bug fixes aimed at enhancing user experience. This update resolves several critical issues, such as the inability to switch to the GPT-5 mini model when users run out of their quota, problems encountered during the "Add File" operation, and issues with the application of prompt tools.

Microsoft has unveiled Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27928 for users in the Canary Channel. This release includes several notable updates and fixes aimed at improving user experience. One significant change is the temporary removal of the newly designed battery icon, which will be reinstated in a future update. The build enhances user settings by shifting more time and language options from the Control Panel to the Settings app, allowing users to add additional clocks, modify time servers, and customize number and currency formats. Additionally, there is an option to enable Unicode UTF-8 for better global language support, and users can now duplicate their language and region settings for welcome screens and new accounts.

Microsoft has announced the release of KB5066189, an out-of-band update for Windows 11 versions 23H2 and 22H2. This update addresses a critical issue that originated from the August 2025 security update (KB5063874), which caused problems during device reset and recovery operations. Users may have experienced failures when attempting to execute specific processes, including "Reset my PC," "Fix problems using Windows Update," and the "RemoteWipe CSP." To resolve these issues, Microsoft recommends that users who are experiencing problems consider installing this optional out-of-band update.

Microsoft has issued an out-of-band update, KB5066188, for Windows 10 versions 22H2, Enterprise LTSC 2021, and IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021. This update, released on August 19, 2025, addresses critical fixes and enhancements stemming from the earlier August 2025 security update (KB5063709). One prominent issue resolved by this update is related to the failure of reset and recovery processes, which can occur when users attempt to reset their PC or fix issues using Windows Update.

Microsoft has issued an out-of-band update, KB5066187 (OS Build 17763.7683), for Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019, and Windows 10 IoT Core LTSC. This update addresses a problem caused by the August 2025 security update (KB5063877), which led to failures during device reset and recovery attempts. It is particularly recommended for users who have encountered these issues.