I checked today (October 1, 2025) and found that Microsoft released the latest feature update (major update) for Windows 11, "Version 25H2," to the general public yesterday.
As a result, we have confirmed that both the "Media Creation Tool" and "Disk Image (ISO) Download" distributed on the official website are compatible with the new version 25H2.
In this article, we will provide you with breaking news on how to obtain the latest 25H2 installation media and important points to note.
How to get "25H2" now
Method 1: Use the Media Creation Tool
The Media Creation Tool, which allows even PC novices to easily create an installation USB memory stick, also supports version 25H2. If you download and run the tool following the instructions in the article below, the USB media created will automatically be version 25H2.
How to Use the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool | Error Troubleshooting
Method 2: Download the ISO file directly
If you are an advanced user and are comfortable with clean installs or virtual machine installations, you may want to download the ISO file directly. The ISO file available on the download page is also version 25H2.
How to download Windows 11 ISO files
Note: Should I update now?
While new versions include exciting new features, there is also the possibility that unknown bugs may be lurking in major updates released immediately after release.
- For your main PC: Unless you have a specific reason, there is no need to rush to update to 25H2. The safest thing to do is to wait for it to be gradually distributed to your PC via Windows Update.
- If you have built a new PC or are using a test environment: If you're installing in a clean environment, this is a great opportunity to try out the latest 25H2.
Summary
The latest version of Windows 11, "25H2," is finally available as an official installation media. This will significantly reduce the effort required to perform a clean install of the latest environment.
However, updates often have unexpected issues immediately after release, so it's probably best to wait a bit for more information to become available before installing them on your main PC, which handles important data.
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