July 18, 2024 at 10:42AM
Microsoft has resolved a bug preventing the Microsoft Photos app from launching on some Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 systems. This issue affected devices with certain configuration settings enabled. The problem has been fixed with the release of Photos app version 2024.11070.15005.0 and newer. Affected users can obtain the update from the Microsoft Store or via manual download.
From the meeting notes, the following key points can be identified:
1. Microsoft has resolved an issue with the Microsoft Photos app not starting on certain Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 systems. The fix is included in Photos app version 2024.11070.15005.0 and newer, released to the Microsoft Store on July 17, 2024.
2. Devices affected by this issue are those with the BlockNonAdminUserInstall Configuration Service provider (CSP) and “Prevent non-admin users from installing packaged Windows apps” policies enabled.
3. Windows devices will automatically download the updated Photos application in the following weeks without user or admin interaction.
4. Affected users can also manually download the latest Photos app version from the official Microsoft Store page or click “Get updates” in the Microsoft Store.
5. Microsoft has provided a temporary workaround for customers unable to upgrade the app via the Store, which involves installing the latest Windows App SDK released during the July Patch Tuesday.
6. Microsoft has addressed other Windows 11 issues, including problems with update automation scripts, reboot loops, and taskbar issues after installing the June KB5039302 preview update.
7. The company acknowledged that the June Windows Server updates are causing issues with the Microsoft 365 Defender network data reporting (NDR) service on Windows Server 2022 systems, affecting features like Incident Response and Device Inventory.
These key takeaways summarize the relevant details from the meeting notes.