Microsoft has begun officially rolling out Android App Support for Windows 11 users today with build 2200.526, which includes a new taskbar feature and bug fixes. Windows 11 has already received KB5010414, and users of stable builds are advised to update to the latest version.
You can also download the ISO file from here (KB5010414) and update Windows 11 manually. Highlights of this update include the Taskbar weather and the new team integration alongside Android App Support.
Highlights of Windows 11 KB5010414
Finally, after a long wait, it is now allowed for Windows 11 users to use Android apps through Windows Update.
App Support for Android
This is the first time an Android app comes with a public preview. Previously, it was only restricted to the US region. Windows 11 users can now download and install the Android app from the Amazon app store. Not to mention, Amazon has limited apps compared to the Google Play Store, but the Google Play Store is preparing to bring support to Windows 11 in the near future.
Before proceeding, you should also update your Microsoft Store to the latest version.
- Go to the Windows Store.
- Head over to the library from the bottom-left corner.
- When you click “Get update,” it will begin downloading the latest version of the Microsoft Store along with other apps.
- That’s all!
You can check out how the Amazon App Store works on Windows 11 here. Test Your Apps on Windows 11 with the Amazon Appstore
Taskbar Weather
This was first introduced with the Windows 10 insider build, but it disappeared from the Windows 11 taskbar and was embedded into the widget since then. It now appears on the taskbar. Previously, it was on the bottom-left corner of the display.
Now you can easily share the dedicated app window directly from the taskbar via hovering over the app. You can even tweak the microphone option by either muting or unmuting the icon from the bottom-right corner.
Taskbar Clock on Multi-Monitor
This is one of the most requested features. It used to show only a single clock on the primary window, but now after the update, you can place a taskbar clock with a multi-monitor setup.
Notepad and Media Player have been redesigned
Notepad finally having advance search interface and dark mode support, On the other hand Windows Media Players will not replace the Groove Music and now it can play both Video and Audio profile. It looks more better with the Windows 11 UI.
To read the complete highlights of Windows 11 KB5010414, click here.
KB5010414 Windows 11 Update
It is quite straightforward to update. Follow the quick guide mentioned down below.
- Go to Windows Settings.
- Navigate to Windows Update.
- Click on Check for Update.
- That’s all!
Download Windows 11 Insider Preview 22000.526 (KB5010414)
You can download the latest Windows 11 Windows Insider Preview Build 22000.526 (KB5010414) ISO, or with the guide you can upgrade to the latest version of Windows 11.
Download Windows 11 Build 22000.526 (KB5010414) [Integrated with Insider Preview]
You can force the update by choosing to install it manually by choosing to install it. Check it out here.
