Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 KB5025299, a new update to users in the Windows Insider Program beta channel. This update doesn’t have many new features, but it does support improved privacy settings. In this patch you will find a new setting that allows you to control Windows 11’s occupancy sensors.
To prioritize users’ privacy, Microsoft has updated Windows 11 to ensure that their images or metadata are not collected. Instead, all data processing takes place on the user’s hardware. If your device has a presence sensor, you can manage these new presence sensor privacy settings by navigating to Settings > Privacy and security > Presence detection.
Microsoft is also working to provide developers with new APIs so they can access the presence sensor feature and interpret user presence data on devices. This new setting can give users more control over sensors in Windows 11 and allow them to explore new features.
In addition to the privacy features, Microsoft is also working on a new feature that will allow you to access feature updates before they are offered to your device. A new toggle is now available under Settings > Windows Update. The switch allows you to “get the latest updates as they become available”.
This switch is being introduced for the beta channel, which will allow for a smoother transition to the activation package (future cumulative updates). For example, you can enable the switch to receive updates, which will give you access to features that are disabled by default in the operating system.
For those who don’t know, the Activation Packs were introduced in Windows 10 and later added to Windows 11. The Activation Pack is a switch that enables the features that come pre-loaded on Windows 11 PCs, allowing the upgrade to be applied very smoothly instead of waiting for the spinning circle screen.
Microsoft says Windows 11 KB5025299 update also fixed several issues, including a bug causing a spike in explorer.exe crashes for some testers. Fixed another bug where users noticed issues when using the Registry Editor.
Finally, Microsoft fixed an issue where the installation progress of language features could fail when adding a language through the Language and Region settings page.
Install KB5025299
This update is available to testers in the Windows Insider Program beta channel. If you joined the beta channel and opted in to the program, go to the Start menu > Settings Update & security > Windows Update and select Check for updates.
If updates are available, select and install this specific patch.
