Microsoft plans to launch the next big Windows 11 update, version 22H2, on the 20th of September. People who are familiar with Microsoft’s plans inform the Verge Microsoft will release Windows 11 22H2 through Windows Update on September 20 one week following Microsoft’s normal Patch Tuesday fixes.
Windows Central first reported the 22H2 date earlier today following my teaser of the September 20th date just a few days ago.
Microsoft is testing its Windows 11 version 22H2 over the last few months. It includes a variety of improvements like app folders that appear in the menu bar at start, the ability for users to drag and drop from the taskbar, as well as new animations and touch gestures. Microsoft will also include an entirely brand new Live Captions accessibility feature with 22H2, which is great for those who are hearing impaired or just want to automatically caption audio. In addition, a brand innovative Voice Access tool that allows users to control their computers through voice commands is also part of 22H2.
The Task Manager is also getting a revamp by Windows 11 in 22H2, which includes the introduction of a dark mode as well as an improved layout. It also includes a brand-new command bar as well as an efficiency mode to prevent apps from using up resources. Snap Layouts will be significantly enhanced with 22H2, making it simpler to drag them and apps to display all layouts you can apply to organize apps.
Microsoft is also developing tabs to File Explorer, which will be released a bit earlier than the 20th of September. Windows Central reports that another 22H2 update is planned later in the year, which will include File Explorer tabs and a new suggestion feature. If you’d like to gain the Windows 11 22H2 update earlier, you can allow users to download the final update now.
Sources tell The Verge that Microsoft is planning to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Surface by launching new devices in the fall. The Surface devices are likely to be released with the 22H2 update of Windows 11.
Microsoft hasn’t yet announced an official Windows 11 22H2 release date or even any hint of an upcoming Surface event. Microsoft will be returning to live tech events in October , with its Ignite conference which takes place in Seattle between the 12- 14th.
