Windows 11 Android Subsystem ushered in an update to support AV1 decoder, VPN, and IPv6
Microsoft published a blog recently announcing the release of an update to the Windows 11 Android subsystem, but it is currently limited to Windows Insider channels. This update contains a large number of feature updates and known bug fixes. Users of the Android subsystem can go to the Microsoft Store to get the latest version.
Changelog
- Enabled Advanced Networking functionality, including app access to local network devices for ARM
- VM IP address removed from Settings app. With Advanced Networking, now the IP address of the VM is the same as the host/computer IP.
- Fixes for non-resizable app content on maximize or resizing
- Fixes for scrolling with mouse and trackpad in apps
- Android May Kernel patches
- Android windows marked secure can no longer be screenshotted
- Improve web browser launching
- Enable doze and app standby while charging for improved power saving
- ADB debug prompts redirected to Windows for improved security
- Updated to Chromium WebView 101
- Fixes for graphics including app flickering and graphics corruption
- Fixes for video playback
- AV1 Codec support
- Enabled IPv6 and VPN Connectivity
- Increased the performance and reliability connecting to virtual WIFI in the container
- Video playback apps can now prevent the screen from turning off in Windows
