Windows 11 "Moment 3" Update Is Now Available For Download

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Microsoft has started rolling out the latest feature update for its desktop operating system. Dubbed "Moment 3," the release brings several notable changes, long-requested features, and various quality-of-life improvements. ​

What is new in Windows 11 "Moment 3" Update?​

Here are the most notable changes and improvements:​

• The updated notifications that now let you quickly copy 2FA codes without opening the received message, email, or other type of notification.​
• A dedicated VPN indicator in the notification area.​
• The long-requested seconds feature for the system clock.​
• Developers can now create live kernel memory dumps within Task Manager.​
• Content Adaptive Brightness Control or (CABC), a feature that makes your laptop or tablet last longer thanks to changing the brightness depending on the content displays, gets a few improvements and customization.​
• You can now display even more Microsoft Edge tabs when pressing Alt + Tab.​
• The update changes what happens when you press the Print Screen key. Those preferring old-school behavior will be glad to know that the change is reversible.​
• Accessibility Improvements to make the OS more convenient for people with physical limitations.​
• Multiple fixes and minor changes across the operating system.​
• Bluetooth Low Energy Audio support for a better audio experience during calls, videos, and music.​
• New app privacy settings put transparency and control in your hands.​

You can download the Windows 11 "Moment 3" update by heading to Windows Settings > Windows Update and clicking Check for updates (KB5026446 or 22621.1778). If what the Windows 11 "Moment 3" update offers does not sound exciting, check out the new stuff Microsoft announced for the future Windows 11 23H2 update. Also, there is a neat AI-powered wallpaper effect coming soon, although unannounced yet.​

 

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Windows 11 KB5026446 is now available, and this optional update brings the highly-anticipated Moment 3 features. Microsoft has also published the direct download links for Windows 11 KB5026446 offline installers, which makes it easier to access Moment 3 features, such as seconds in the taskbar and more. Windows 11 update KB5026446 is an optional update, and it won’t download or install unless you manually select the download and install button. To access Moment 3 features, you must check a new toggle in Windows Update called “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available”.​

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This toggle shows up in Start > Settings > Windows Update and needs to be enabled to access Windows 11 Moment 3 features. By default, Moment 3 features are turned off as the update is throttled to minimize issues. To get the latest non-security and feature updates as soon as possible, simply turn on the new toggle. This patch is titled “2023-05 Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 11 Version 22H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5026446)”. If you prefer, it is possible to skip the optional update for this week and still benefit from the improvements. These updates will be included in the June 2023 Patch Tuesday update, scheduled for release in the second week of next month.
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Download Links for Windows 11 KB5026446​

Windows 11 KB5026446 Direct Download Links: 64-bit.

To download the update from Microsoft Update Catalog, click the above link and click the “Download” button next to the update listing in the catalog.​