# Windows 11 Just Got a Major Upgrade: Here’s What’s New! 🚀

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**Created:** [October 1, 2024, 6:52pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/windows-11-just-got-a-major-upgrade-here-s-what-s-new/292563 "2024-10-01T18:52:30Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 1, 2024, 6:52pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/windows-11-just-got-a-major-upgrade-here-s-what-s-new/292563/1 "2024-10-01T18:52:30Z")

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**Summary:**

1. **Major Update Released**  
Microsoft has officially launched the Windows 11 2024 Update, also known as 24H2, marking the biggest overhaul of the operating system in two years.

2. **Gradual Rollout**  
The update will gradually roll out to PCs running versions 22H2 or 23H2 that have opted for faster feature updates, ensuring a smooth transition for users.

3. **Key New Features**  
Notable additions include an Energy Saver feature, support for Wi-Fi 7, and compatibility with 80Gbps USB4 Version 2.0, enhancing connectivity and performance.

4. **Enhanced Tools for High-End PCs**  
Select high-end devices meeting Copilot+ requirements will gain access to advanced features like an improved Recall function and generative AI tools in Paint.

5. **Technical Improvements**  
This update includes significant changes to the compiler, kernel, and scheduler, along with enhancements to the Arm-to-x86 app translation layer, now called “Prism.” While the update is generally stable, users might experience occasional issues.

**Read more at:** [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/10/windows-11-24h2-the-biggest-update-in-two-years-starts-rolling-out-today/)