New Windows 11 Beta Build 22635.5090 Addresses Windows Update Issues, Start Menu Improvements, and More

Microsoft Unleashes Build 22635.5090 for Windows 11 Beta Insiders

As part of its continuous enhancements, Microsoft has unveiled a new Dev and Beta build for Windows 11 version 24H2 insiders. Simultaneously, they are pushing out build 22635.5090 (KB5053649) specifically for insiders in the Beta Channel running Windows 11 version 23H2. This update brings a series of general improvements, relevant fixes for the Start menu, and updates to Windows Update functionality.

What’s New in Build 22635.5090

The following changelog outlines the changes and improvements being gradually implemented in the Beta Channel:

Changes and Improvements

[General Updates]

The update features a collection of general improvements and fixes designed to enhance the overall user experience for insiders operating this build.

[Voice Access Enhancements]

Voice access now supports Chinese languages, allowing users to navigate, dictate, and interact with Windows through voice commands in both Simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and Traditional Chinese (zh-tw).

Fixed Issues in This Update

This build addresses several issues, outlined as follows:

[Start Menu Fixes]

Resolves an issue for Windows insiders experiencing broken folders with Windows Tools-related apps, now correctly consolidating these into a single application.

[Windows Update Corrections]

Addresses an anomaly where a quality update was missing from Settings > Windows Update > Update History despite being installed.

[Login and Lock Screen Improvements]

Fixes a glitch that caused the login screen to crash when users clicked on the sign-in options link.

Known Issues to Note

Despite these improvements, some known issues persist:

[Start Menu Challenges]

Users may experience delays in app icons appearing in grid and category views following app installations.

Right-clicking an app may cause the “Start settings” context menu to briefly flash before displaying the app’s context menu.

For more details, you can view the official announcement here.

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