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Microsoft releases Windows 11 Cumulative Update Build 22504.1010 (KB5008697) for Insiders

Early this week, Microsoft announced the release of Windows 11 Preview Build 22504 to the Dev Channel Insiders. This new build expanded the touch keyboard themes to other input experiences, including IMEs, the emoji panel, and voice typing. Today, Microsoft announced the roll out of Windows 11 Cumulative Update Build 22504.1010 (KB5008697). This is a minor update and does not include anything new. This update is designed to test Microsoft’s servicing pipeline for builds in the Dev Channel.

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If you've seen all the biggest improvements coming of Windows 11, now's the time to check out those lesser changes.