Is PowerToys Advanced Paste’s Phi Silica free?

Yes. The on-device Phi Silica provider runs locally in the v0.101.2211.0 preview, with no third-party API fees and no need to configure Ollama or Microsoft Foundry.

Do I need to configure Windows Search indexing manually?

No. Build 26300.9032 lets Windows Search automatically expand its index based on recent files and frequently accessed locations; manage the behavior under Settings, Privacy & security, and Search.

Can I keep my Copilot Podcasts episodes after August 18?

No. Podcasts episodes cannot be exported or saved outside Copilot, and previously shared podcast links will stop working after the August 18 removal.

Is KB5101684 required to fix the Intune compliance issue?

Microsoft recommends KB5101684 (or a later cumulative update) as the client-side fix for incident IT1431577, which left devices incorrectly marked non-compliant after the July security update.

When does the Windows Insider flight certificate expire?

It expires on August 11, 2026. Insider devices must update to Build 26300.9032 or a newer build before that date to keep receiving preview updates.

PowerToys Phi Silica: On-Device AI in Advanced Paste (Aug 11)