Microsoft has released the update KB5001396 for devices running Windows 10 version 1909 as an optional update. This preview is part of the April 2021 “D” rollout, and it is an update with the non-security fixes and improvement expected to arrive in the next Patch Tuesday update.
The update KB5001396 bumps the version number to build 18363.1533, and it ships with the “news and interests” taskbar widget to give you access to a new dynamic feed with content, such as weather, news, sports, and more.
Windows 10 build 18363.1533 also fixes blank tiles in the Start menu, stop error when deleting file or folder in OneDrive, and adds an option to adjust the idle for headsets for Windows Mixed Reality.
As a reminder, Windows 10 version 1909 will reach its support cycle on May 11, 2021, which means you should consider upgrading to version 20H2 as soon as possible to keep the device supported.
Microsoft is listing the complete set of improvements and fixes for Windows 10 build 18363.1533 at the Microsoft support website.
Windows 10 version 1809 update preview
In addition, the company is also making available the update KB5001384 for Windows 10 version 1809. The update is available as an optional install, and it bumps the version number to build 17763.1911.
Alongside a slew of fixes, this rollout addresses a problem that resets the speaker configuration when you cancel the speaker configuration wizard and an issue that prevents turning on the flashlight utility when the Camera application is in use.
You can find the complete set of improvements and fixes for Windows 10 build 17763.1911 at the Microsoft support website.
Download Windows 10 build 18363.1533 and 17763.1911
The previews are available immediately, and you can download them from Settings > Update & security > Windows Update and clicking the Check for updates button. Then under the “Optional quality update available” section, click the Download and install option.
You can also download the standalone version of the update KB5001396 to install it manually through the Microsoft Update Catalog. If you have to apply the update KB5001384 manually, you can download it here.
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