Windows 11's 2025 Finale: What's New and What's Fixed

Windows 11 is ending 2025 with a bang. The latest update, KB5072033, brings a mix of fresh features and fixes. Let's dive in. First up, File Explorer gets a makeover. The dark mode is now more consistent. It applies to popups and windows, like when you copy or delete files. You can also turn off the share drag tray that pops up when you move files around. There's more! The Windows Search pane now matches the Start menu's size. If you use Windows Spotlight for your wallpaper, you can skip to the next background. And if you have a compatible device, you'll feel haptic feedback when you snap apps or drag files. But wait, there's more! The update also fixes some issues. Ask Copilot now works as expected. File Explorer won't flash white anymore when you switch pages. And external virtual switches won't lose their network adapter bindings after a reboot. There's a known issue, though. The password option on the login screen might be invisible. But don't worry, it's still there. You just have to click where it usually is. Microsoft has been rolling out updates every month in 2025. It's been a lot of changes. Will they keep it up in 2026? Only time will tell.