Windows 11 23H2 and Windows 11 22H2 Updates

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Microsoft released KB5031455 (OS Builds 22621.2506 and 22631.2506) today for Windows 11 23H3 and Windows 11 22H2.

 

Highlights of the changes included with this update are as follows and are described here:

 

Highlights:

• Copilot in Windows preview
• Start menu
• Taskbar, system tray, and notifications
• File Explorer
• Windows Share
• Backup and restore
• Emoji
• Windows Spotlight
• Narrator
• Voice Access
• Security
• Graphics and Windows Mixed Reality
• Settings and Bluetooth
• Windows 365 Switch
• Input
  

Update Windows 11 23h2:

To get the update open Settings > Windows Update, turn on “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available,” and selecting “Check for updates”. KB5027397 is an enablement package that activates the features of Windows 11, version 23H2.

 

You can also download Windows 11 23H2 ISO images from Microsoft's Software Download page. However, it is strongly advised that first you ensure your device meets systems requirements by using the PC Health Check app.

 

Note: Microsoft has indicated that if it is detected that your device may have an issue, such as application incompatibility, a safeguard hold may be put in place and the update not offered until the issue is resolved.

 

Update Windows 11 22H2:

To get the update, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. The link to download and install the update can be found in the Optional updates area.

 

References:

Windows 11 overview - What's new in Windows
Windows 11 Specifications
KB5027397: Feature update to Windows 11, version 23H2 by using an enablement package
Windows 11 update history