Chinese Windows 11 Insiders get PC Manager in Build 22621.3668 and 22631.3668

Microsoft released new updates for Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. These updates, KB5037853 (Build 22621.3668 and 22631.3668), bring several new features and improvements to Windows 11.

Here’s a look at some of the highlights:

• PC Manager for China: Devices in China will now get PC Manager, a tool to help manage your PC’s health and performance.
• More control over windows: Accidentally closing the share window is a thing of the past. Clicking outside the window will no longer close it.
• Improved File Explorer: You can now drag and drop files between breadcrumbs in the address bar for easier navigation.
• Share to Microsoft Teams: Sharing files and links directly to specific Teams channels and chats is now possible.
• Linked devices management: A new “Linked devices” page in Settings lets you manage your PCs and Xbox consoles.
• New account manager on Start: Get a glimpse of your Microsoft account benefits and manage settings directly from the Start menu.
• QR code generation: Create QR codes for webpages and cloud files to share them across devices.
• Sound settings backup: Windows will now back up your sound settings, allowing you to restore them on a new device.
• Email yourself from share window: Quickly send emails to yourself with the new option in the share window.
• Add recovery email: A new “Add now” button in Settings lets you add a recovery email address for your Microsoft account.
• Sign in to Microsoft account in Windows Backup: This update allows you to sign in to your Microsoft account in the Windows Backup app.

There’s more:

• This update addresses a known issue that affects your account profile picture. When you try to change it, you might get an error message. The error code is 0x80070520.
• This update affects the Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI) AmsiUtil class. It helps to detect the bypass of the AMSI scan. This update also addresses some long-term issues that expose your device to threats.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a server after you remove it from a domain. The Get-LocalGroupMember cmdlet returns an exception. This occurs if the local groups contain domain members.
• This update addresses an issue that affects printers. They do not work as you expect when you use AppContainer or use them in a restricted environment.
• This update addresses an issue that affects File Explorer. It stops responding when you swipe from a screen edge. This issue occurs after you turn off edge swiping.
• This update addresses an issue that affects handwriting panels and touch keyboards. They do not appear when you use a pen.
• This update addresses an issue that displays a hidden window. Its title bar has no content and no client area. This occurs when you share your screen using certain apps.
• This update addresses an issue that distorts parts of the screen. This occurs when you use a Chromium-based browser to play a video.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an IPP-over-USB printer. After you delete it, it still appears as not available in Control Panel.
• This update addresses an issue that affects TWAIN drivers. They might stop responding when you use them in a virtual environment.
• This update brings Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Host Networking Service (HNS). When the service restarts, load balancer policies are not brought back in the right way.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the display of a smart card icon. It does not appear when you sign in. This occurs when there are multiple certificates on the smart card.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Enhanced Fast Reconnect. It fails. This occurs when you use it with third-party remote desktop protocol (RDP) providers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects File Explorer. It takes up to two minutes to start when you pin a folder that is on a network share to Quick Access. This occurs when you upgrade from Windows 11, version 21H2 to Windows 11, version 22H2.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an app that supports encrypted email. The app asks you to enter your credentials each time you open an encrypted email. This occurs even after you have entered your PIN at least once.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a folder context menu. When you choose the command that removes items, the command adds items instead. This occurs when a third-party service implements a sync feature.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the out-of-box experience (OOBE). It fails to complete. This occurs when you turn on the “Prevent the use of security questions for local accounts” policy.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio headsets. They do not show the option to connect or disconnect.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Share button on USB controllers. It might not work with Game Bar.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Unified Write Filter (UWF) Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) API calls. Calls to shut down or restart the system throw an access denied exception.

These are just some of the new features coming to Windows 11. It’s important to note that some features may not be available to all users yet as they are being rolled out gradually.

More here.