Microsoft has released its regular monthly update for June 2023, but it’s not just about security this time around.
Along with the usual bug fixes and vulnerability fixes, we also get update KB5027231, also known as “Moment 3”. Available for all Windows 11 users, it adds several new features to the operating system.
This update was previewed through the Windows Insider Program last month, but is now available for all Windows 11 users to install. As a required update, it will download in the background unless you disable automatic updates.
To check manually, go to Settings > Windows Update and click “Check for updates”. Download the one marked ‘KB5027231’ or ‘Windows 11 Version 22H2, Build 22621.1848’. To complete the installation, you will need to restart your device.
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New Features in Windows 11 KB5027231
None of the new features in the “Moment 3” update are groundbreaking, but there are a few useful changes:
- VPN icon displayed in the taskbar as soon as a VPN connection is established
- New “Add Widget” menu with visual previews
- Option to add larger widgets
- Option to add seconds to the clock in the taskbar. Microsoft has warned that enabling this will result in more power consumption
- Support for Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) audio, a new standard that reduces the power consumption of compatible accessories – some wireless headphones support it
- Taking a screenshot using the Print Screen key automatically opens the default snipping tool. They won’t save unless you do it manually or change it in the settings
- Settings app’s Accounts page now includes total storage for all OneDrive accounts
There are also a few key bug fixes to be aware of:
- This update fixes a known issue affecting 32-bit applications that support large addresses and use the CopyFile API. You may experience problems saving, copying, or adding files. If you are using commercial or enterprise security software that uses extended file attributes, this issue is likely to affect you. For Microsoft Office applications, this issue only affects 32-bit versions. You may receive the error message “The document has not been saved”.
- This update fixes a compatibility issue. The issue occurs due to unsupported use of the registry.
- This update fixes an issue that affects the Windows kernel, details of which can be found on the Microsoft website
In the future, you might also be interested in the upcoming Windows 11 23H2 or even Windows 12 update.
This article was translated from an original posted on PC-Welt.
