Redmond, Washington — Microsoft has rolled out the KB5055627 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 version 24H2, introducing a variety of new features and bug fixes intended to enhance user experience. Available as part of the company’s monthly non-security preview updates, this release allows Windows administrators to test upcoming improvements ahead of the standard Patch Tuesday updates scheduled for May.
Unlike standard cumulative updates, this optional update focuses primarily on feature enhancements rather than security patches. Users interested in installing KB5055627 can do so by navigating to Settings, then selecting Windows Update, and choosing “Check for Updates.” As this update is optional, users will need to confirm the installation by clicking “Download and install,” unless they have enabled automatic updates through the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” option.
This preview update elevates Windows 11 systems to build 26100.3915 and includes several notable features aimed at improving productivity, especially for users of Copilot+ PCs. Among the highlights are new functionalities such as Recall and Click to Do. Recall is designed to help users efficiently retrace their digital steps by capturing snapshots of activity across applications, enabling them to find apps and documents simply by describing their content. Users can manage their snapshot settings and utilize biometric security through Windows Hello for added privacy.
The Click to Do feature allows users to execute tasks more efficiently by selecting items directly from the screen, with various options available for images and text. On devices powered by Snapdragon, users can enjoy intelligent text actions that enable them to summarize or rephrase text directly within their applications, leveraging advanced on-device language models.
Windows Search has also seen significant improvements, now utilizing both semantic and traditional indexing models to streamline document and setting searches. Users can now find files and settings without remembering exact names, and cloud-stored photos are integrated into search results for seamless access.
Moreover, the KB5055627 update brings enhancements to the Narrator tool, providing quick access to previously spoken content, and updates to the Phone Link feature, enabling smoother cross-device functionality. New web widgets have been introduced, allowing developers to create dynamic content directly on users’ screens.
While the update is packed with new features, it also addresses several critical bugs. Notably, it resolves issues that caused blue screen errors following prior updates, connectivity problems after resuming from sleep mode, and improved performance for file extraction processes. Windows Hello functionality has also been repaired, enhancing biometric login capabilities on affected devices.
However, users may want to be aware of two ongoing issues related to the update. Some components associated with Citrix may obstruct installations, although Microsoft has provided a temporary workaround. Additionally, Roblox players on Windows Arm devices may experience difficulties downloading the game from the Microsoft Store, with an alternative download option available directly from the Roblox website.
The full details of the KB5055627 update, including all features and fixes, can be located in Microsoft’s support documentation, providing users with comprehensive insights into the most recent enhancements for Windows 11.