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Windows 10 Fall Creators Update removed SMBv1 Microsoft took action a while ago with its Windows 10 Fall Creators Update that removed the protocol from the default installations. To be more precise, anyone who installed the feature but did not use it for 15 days would then find that it became disabled for the once more. Now, it seems that the complete blocking of this protocol when installing Windows 10 April Update managed to upset lots of users because it looks like there are still people who need to use it....

If you follow our site, you probably know that we write an article with issues reported by actual users for every Windows 10 build that gets released. This report doesn’t include ‘known issues,’ revealed by Microsoft, but only problems that users complained about on Microsoft’s forums. So, without any further ado, let’s see what bothers Insiders in Windows 10 build 14905: Windows 10 build 14905 reported issues Another build, another installation problem....

As the public release of the Creators Update for Windows 10 approaches, Microsoft prepares the field for the big day. In that manner, Windows 10 builds have stopped receiving new features, but only system improvements and bug fixes. And Windows 10 Preview build 15048 is the first legitimate example of that practice. So, Windows 10 Preview build 15048 brings only system improvements, without a single new feature. At least, that’s what the official build announcement blog post says....

As this is a minor, system-improving build, it brings no new features to Insiders. Therefore, one would expect it also brings no new issues to those who installed it. But that’s not exactly the case. Windows 10 Preview build 16278 actually causes a few problems to Insiders. So, if you still haven’t installed the new build, keep reading this article to find out what’s going on. Windows 10 Preview build 16278 reported problems Installation fails We start with the most common issue of Windows 10 Preview builds, of course....

Windows 10 build 17035 finally allows users to mute tabs playing audio in Edge. The tab audio will unmute when clicked again. Insiders who use Edge to read free EPUB books can now save them on their computers. For more information about the new features introduced by this build, you can read Microsoft’s official blog post. As it happens with every build, this release also brings many issues of its own....

As it’s still early for new, revolutionary features of the Redstone 4, build 17040 mainly brings bug fixes and system improvements. However, there are a few minor feature updates, that some Insiders may find interesting. New features of Windows 10 build 17040 So, let’s start with features that stand out in the new Preview build. The new build brings the ability to adjust the brightness of SDR content on your HDR display....

Speaking of issues, many Insiders reported that the latest build closes apps a few seconds after they clicked on the X button. As a result of this delay, previous app windows remain on the screen and sometimes even prevent users from clicking on other app windows. Some Insiders reported they managed to reduce this delay by repeatedly restarting their computers. However, this is only a temporary workaround and doesn’t solve the problem for good....

Here’s what’s new in Build 17686 Improved Local Experience A new Region page has been introduced that allows overrides to default regional format settings such as Dates, Times, Calendar, First day of the week, and Currency. To give it a try, you have to head to Settings App – Time & Language – Region. You can now access the Local Experience Packs from the Settings App. Privacy Improvements Microsoft announces users that if the access to the microphone has been disabled in the privacy settings, a notification will pop up from now on the first time that they try to use the mic....

Well, the good news is that Windows 10 build 18298 hasn’t triggered as many technical issues as previous build releases did. However, you should read this post before hitting the update button — and we’ll tell you why. Windows 10 build 18298 reported issues 1. Install errors Let’s kick off this list with some install errors. Many Insiders are still struggling to install this build after they repeatedly got error 0xc0000001 on reboot....

On the flip side, it is also the build with the most bugs and issues, and that is why it was first released to users that are part of the Fast Ring, and not straight to Live. Speaking of which, users have already detected the first round of bugs with Windows 10 Build 19546. That is why we’ve created this article so that you can see for yourself what are the bugs present in the latest Windows 10 Preview Build....

As you might remember, build 20161 introduced several interesting features, including a Windows 10 Start menu with semi-transparent themes as well as Alt + Tab improvements for Microsoft Edge. Now, with the latest build in the Dev Channel, you get to explore pinned sites accessibility improvements in the Chromium-powered browser. Besides updating multiple flaws, this package includes UWP, Surface Pro X, and Fluent Design icon updates for insiders. What’s new in Windows 10 build 20175?...

Microsoft rolled out a rand new cumulative update for Windows 10 users – KB 3093266. The update isn’t yet available to all users, it seems, but those who received reported that it comes with a size of 226MB for 32bit users and 505MB for the 64bit version. According to Microsoft, this update comes with improvements to enhance the functionality of Windows 10. Other than that, it seems that no new details have been added, but many users have been reporting of various problems that they have encountered....

However, all Windows 10 users know that cumulative updates often bring issues of their own. Unfortunately, KB3200970 is no exception to the rule and brings its fair share of bugs. Windows 10 KB3200970 reported bugs: KB3200970 causes high CPU usage One Windows 10 user reports that Windows Update caused high CPU usage while downloading and installing KB3200970. He managed to fix this issue by downloading the update from Microsoft’s Update Catalog....

Microsoft released KB3206309 for Windows 10 build 14986 which means the update is available only to Windows Insiders. Since this update is now available to Slow Ring Insiders, it’s safe to assume that Microsoft will roll it out to the general public by the end of the year. Windows 10 KB3206309 revamps Windows Defender Insiders confirm that update KB3206309 revamps Windows Defender. After installing the update, Windows 10 displays a message informing users that Windows Defender is making some improvements....

As a quick reminder, Windows 10 KB4013418 broke many computers. According to user reports, their devices were severely crippled after installing the update. Moreover, Windows 10 KB4013429 broke VPN connections, caused apps using directshow to crash, and removed various apps from the Start Menu, among other things. Microsoft recently pushed out a new Windows 10 update in order to fix some of the bugs caused by this month’s Patch Tuesday edition....

This isn’t a new app: prior to the name change, it was known as Block and Filter. In addition, Microsoft is adding new features according to WBI. Most notable is its revamped user interface, though it is not too much of a difference compared to what it looked like before. At the end of the day, this app is mainly for blocking SMS messages and calls for any specific number and as such, is fine more advanced features....

Microsoft just published their own 14 PWAs. This is the first batch of what is speculated to be hundreds of websites modified to the PWA format. Here are some of the PWAs currently available: Daytrip, Travelzoo, MyCARFAX, Airfarewatchdog, ASOS, Skyscanner, Student Doctor Network, The Penny Hoarder, OfferFinder.net, Twitter, Ziprecruiter, Space, Men’s Wearhouse. Microsoft PWAs not fully functional Despite being officially released, these progressive web apps will not be completely functional on the Windows 10 Mobile....

One of the features is Phone Companion. In the Windows 10 April Update, the Phone page ins available in the Settings app. Microsoft first introduced Phone companion with the Windows 10 Creators Update to help users sync their mobile phones with your computers. Well, it seems that Microsoft now believes Phone Companion is not a feature worth investing in anymore and is preparing to remove it in the upcoming Windows 10 version....

But what about the audio enthusiasts? Windows 10’s re-sampling causes a lot of issues in apps without exclusive mode Well, it seems that Windows 10 doesn’t do so well in the high end audio department. A lot of home theater PC users complain about the way in which the OS is handling sample rates by default. Here’s how one user is describing the problem: This has no impact in applications that support exclusive mode and the feature is turned on....

Microsoft released the new build in form of a cumulative update. Its changelog is still unavailable, so we assume the new build only addresses some known bugs. The update is dubbed KB3201845 on Microsoft’s knowledge base website. We’re not surprised with the fact that there’s no changelog. Microsoft rarely releases update notes for cumulative updates. However, if the company decides to release the changelog, it should arrive in a few days....