Without a doubt, Microsoft has announced that the upcoming Windows 11 release later this year will be version 25H2. They’ve already unveiled an early preview build for Insiders, labeled with version 25H2. Additionally, they have confirmed that both versions 25H2 and 24H2 will utilize the same platform and servicing stack.
As a fan, I’m excited to share that when the upgrade from version 24H2 to version 25H2 happens later this year, you can expect a smooth and swift process. Unlike some updates, it’ll only take about the same time as a regular cumulative update. No need to worry about reinstalling system files because it won’t require that. Just a few minutes for downloading, installation, and then a brief restart will wrap up the update procedure.
Upgrading from version 23H2 to version 24H2 is quite different compared to the more common, incremental updates. While regular updates merely update certain necessary files, the former necessitates a complete overhaul of your system files, which we call an “OS swap.” This operation takes significantly longer than regular updates because it replaces all existing installation files with new ones.
On the same platform, Microsoft can provide security updates and new features for both versions 24H2 and 25H2 simultaneously. While features intended for version 25H2 may be inactive on version 24H2, it’s expected that some of the new features will become available for both versions.
According to a Microsoft blog post, the newly created features for Windows 11, version 25H2 will be part of the same branch as version 24H2. Once the new code is finished, it will be added to the monthly LCUs (Large Cumulative Updates) for Windows 11, version 24H2, but initially in a disabled state.
Previously, Microsoft has released a platform update common to more than one version of Windows. For instance, Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, launched in 2023, were based on the same release, just like how Windows 10 experienced multiple instances of this phenomenon. One significant example is that Windows 10 version 22H2 shares its platform with the original version 2004, which made its debut in 2020.
Just like with past Windows releases, version 25H2 will reset the support duration to 36 months for enterprise versions and 24 months for consumer and pro versions. If you aim to keep your computer under extended support as long as possible, it would be wise to upgrade to version 25H2 when it becomes available later this year.
Today, Microsoft is releasing the initial Windows 11 version 25H2 preview build; however, it seems there aren’t any novel features or modifications that are unique to this upcoming release at present. The change log for this build mirrors the one for the 24H2 preview build that was rolled out in the Beta Channel previously.
It seems that some unique characteristics may only appear in Version 25H2, and it appears we won’t see these being tested for a few more weeks. My trusted resources indicate that the widespread release of Version 25H2 is expected around September or October, which leaves Microsoft ample time to start testing fresh features.
As Windows 10 reaches its end-of-support phase, it makes sense that Microsoft is proceeding carefully when it comes to adding new features in Windows 11. It seems they aim to avoid causing too much disruption, and by sticking with the same platform release (version 25H2), the update will be more reliable from the start since it has been distributed for over a year already.
Microsoft has declared that Windows 10 users now have an extra year of security updates at no cost. However, to be eligible for this offer, they need to synchronize their PC settings with Microsoft’s cloud service using a Microsoft account. If users prefer not to do this, they can opt for the paid version by spending $30 or 1,000 reward points.
It’s clear that Microsoft encourages Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 or purchase a new Windows 11 computer. With Windows 11 quickly approaching half a billion users, it’s expected to outnumber Windows 10 as the most popular Windows platform within the next year.
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2025-06-28 00:09