check before: 2025-04-25
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Copilot, Windows
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Developer, mobile, Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
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The April 2025 non-security preview update is now available for Windows 11, version 24H2. Information about the contents of this update is available from the release notes, which are accessible from the Windows 11 update history page. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see Windows monthly updates explained.
Highlights for the Windows 11, version 24H2 update:
Use Recall (preview) to quickly find and get back to any app, website, image, or document just by describing its content using the AI capabilities of Copilot+ PCs.
Finding your documents, photos, and settings across Windows 11 is easier on Copilot+ PCs with improved Windows search, powered by semantic indexing models along with traditional lexical indexing.
Use Phone Link to access cross-device features between your mobile device and PC. For example, you can make phone calls, send SMS messages, or access your photos.
Web developers can use their existing content to create interactive widgets that can be added to multiple widgets surfaces.
You can now manage which apps Windows recommends actions for by going to Settings > Apps > Actions on Copilot+ PCs.
For instructions on how to install this update, see the KB for your operating system listed below:
Windows 11, version 24H2: KB5055627
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2025-04-26
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2025-04-26
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summary for non-techies**
The Windows 11 version 24H2 update introduces features like the Recall function for easy content retrieval, enhanced search on Copilot+ PCs, improved Phone Link for seamless mobile-PC interaction, interactive widget creation for web developers, and better app recommendation management.
Direct effects for Operations**
Increased User Confusion
The introduction of new features like Recall and improved search may confuse users who are not familiar with these changes, leading to decreased productivity and frustration.
- roles: End Users, Help Desk Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/understanding-windows-11-updates/, https://www.techradar.com/news/windows-11-update-what-you-need-to-know
Potential Compatibility Issues
New updates may cause compatibility issues with existing applications, leading to crashes or malfunctions that disrupt user workflows.
- roles: IT Administrators, Software Developers
- references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/windows-11-update-issues-how-to-fix-them/, https://www.thurrott.com/windows/windows-11/2023/10/01/windows-11-24h2-update-issues
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