Windows 11 version 22H2 review: Refined, but still not perfect

Productivity enhancements and refinements are top billing.

Windows 11 22H2
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Windows Central Verdict

Windows 11 version 22H2 enhances the strong vision set out by the first version last year, with more productivity features, design updates, and the return of some missing Taskbar functionality. But an online account is now required on both Home and Pro.

Pros

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    Quality-of-life improvements

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    New productivity enhancements

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    Taskbar functionality updates

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    Common complaints have been addressed

Cons

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    Lingering legacy UIs still need updating

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    Dark mode still inconsistent

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    Online account now required

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Zac Bowden
Senior Editor

Zac Bowden is a Senior Editor at Windows Central. Bringing you exclusive coverage into the world of Windows on PCs, tablets, phones, and more. Also an avid collector of rare Microsoft prototype devices! Keep in touch on Twitter and Threads