check before: 2025-06-01
Product:
Intune, Microsoft 365 admin center, Windows, Windows Server
Platform:
Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
Admin impact
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Details:
Built-in Windows apps have a significant update through media releases of Windows 11, version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025. Use media refreshed in or after June 2025 with newer versions of 36 inbox apps for client and 2 for server for a more secure, compliant, and user-friendly experience. There's no longer a need for immediate updates from the Microsoft Store.
When will this happen:
The refreshed media is available now.
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Created:
2025-07-17
updated:
2025-07-17
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summary for non-techies**
Windows 11 and Windows Server now include built-in apps in the installation media, eliminating the need for separate downloads, with monthly updates starting June 2025 to ensure apps remain current, accessible via the Microsoft 365 admin center or Azure Marketplace.
Direct effects for Operations**
Security Vulnerabilities
Without proper preparation for the update, existing security vulnerabilities may remain unaddressed, exposing the organization to potential threats.
- roles: IT Security Manager, System Administrator
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/inbox-microsoft-store-apps-update-in-windows-media/4433131
User Experience Degradation
Users may experience disruptions or degraded performance if the update is not managed properly, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End User, Help Desk Support
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/intune/intune-service/apps/store-apps-microsoft, https://azuremarketplace.microsoft.com/marketplace/apps/microsoftwindowsdesktop.windows-11?tab=Overview
Incompatibility Issues
Deploying the new media without testing may result in compatibility issues with existing applications, causing operational disruptions.
- roles: Application Support Specialist, System Administrator
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/, https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2156295
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Enhanced Security and Compliance
Utilizing the updated inbox apps from the refreshed media reduces security vulnerabilities significantly, ensuring a more secure environment for users. This is crucial for compliance with various regulations and standards that organizations must adhere to.
- next-steps: Evaluate current security policies and compliance requirements. Plan a phased rollout of the updated apps to ensure all devices are utilizing the latest versions, focusing on critical compliance areas first.
- roles: IT Security Manager, Compliance Officer, System Administrator
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/inbox-microsoft-store-apps-update-in-windows-media/4433131
Improved User Experience
The updated apps provide enhanced features and user interfaces that can lead to a more efficient and user-friendly experience, ultimately improving productivity across the organization.
- next-steps: Gather user feedback on current app usage and identify specific areas for improvement. Develop a training program to familiarize users with the new features of the updated apps once deployed.
- roles: HR Manager, Training Coordinator, IT Support Specialist
- references: https://azuremarketplace.microsoft.com/marketplace/apps/microsoftwindowsdesktop.windows-11?tab=Overview, https://learn.microsoft.com/intune/intune-service/apps/store-apps-microsoft
Bandwidth and Time Savings
Using the built-in apps from the refreshed media eliminates the need for constant updates from the Microsoft Store, which saves bandwidth and reduces downtime for users, allowing for more efficient use of IT resources.
- next-steps: Analyze current bandwidth usage and identify peak times. Create a deployment schedule that minimizes disruption and maximizes efficiency during off-peak hours.
- roles: Network Administrator, IT Operations Manager, Procurement Officer
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/inbox-microsoft-store-apps-update-in-windows-media/4433131
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