Avast Beta version 20.x [Mega Thread]

[Mops21]

Hi all

New Avast beta version 20.4.2410

Avast Community

forum.avast.com

Update:

Released build - 20.4.2410 (build 20.4.5312)

Fixed:
- crash in aswmonflt driver

Hi everyone,

I`m glad to announce that new beta version is ready - 20.4.2409 (build 20.4.5303).

What's new:
- Wifi scanner for AVG brand introduced

What was fixed
- support tool.exe runs on Win7
- sleep mode works on 20H1
- behavioral shields improvements
- minor crashes and internal stability improvements

Known issues
- Software updater internal DB still not updated
- Tell us more about issues

Download links
Avast free https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamily_ANTIVIRUS/insttype_FREE/platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA
Avast premium https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamily_ANTIVIRUS/insttype_APR/platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA

Enjoy this beta!

With best Regards
Mops21

 

[Captain Awesome]

Source: Beta version 20.5.2411
Hi everyone,

I`m glad to announce that new beta version is ready - 20.5.2411 (build 20.5.5366).

What's new
Introducing Remote Access Shield - This new feature lets you choose who can remotely access your computer and lets you block the rest. (Premium Security users only)
Ransomware Shield is now free - We’re now offering this feature to Avast Free Antivirus users to maximize their ransomware protection
Better USB drive protection - We’ll now ask you to scan USB drives when you plug them into your computer. (You can also turn this off in your notification settings)
Improved taskbar icon - There’s no need to keep your antivirus open during scans. You can now see your scan progress from the Avast taskbar icon
Google QUIC protocol support added to Webshield - It can affect anything from the "google ecosystem" so please let us know in case of any issues with e.g. Chrome, Opera, MS Edge, Drive, Calendar, Youtube...

What was fixed
Based on the customers feedbak we changed the design of buttons in bank mode

Known issues
Rescue disc cannot be created in some cases

Download links
Avast free https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamil.../platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA
Avast premium https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamil.../platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA


Enjoy this beta!

 

[Julian RO]

"Ransomware Shield is now free"

Well, I didn't expect that, especially from Avast......

 

[Ink]

Introducing Remote Access Shield - This new feature lets you choose who can remotely access your computer and lets you block the rest. (Premium Security users only)

Does it detect and block Scammers based on region?

 

[EndangeredPootis]

They have certainly stepped up their game, I will eagerly wait until the day the change note says "removed all nagging/misleading ads and bundled software",

 

[Captain Awesome]

Does it detect and block Scammers based on region?

Hopefully

They have certainly stepped up their game, I will eagerly wait until the day the change note says "removed all nagging/misleading ads and bundled software",

 

[Julian RO]

They have certainly stepped up their game, I will eagerly wait until the day the change note says "removed all nagging/misleading ads and bundled software",

I also wait for that, because the ads are pretty annoying sometimes.

 

[Captain Awesome]

I also wait for that, because the ads are pretty annoying sometimes.

You can disable ad via windows firewall for free version.

 

[Captain Awesome]

Hi everyone,

I`m glad to announce that new beta version is ready - 20.5.2412 (build 20.5.5376).

What's new
Sun-setting PRO/IS editions support

What was fixed
- many bugs and crashes fixed
- RemoteAccessShield - IP blacklist now works

Download links
Avast free https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamil.../platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA
Avast premium https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamil.../platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA

Enjoy this beta!

 

[Captain Awesome]

UPDATE:

New build released to beta - it contains only one change related to avast service start/stop on older operating systems (Windows 7).
Enjoy the beta.




Hi everyone,

I`m glad to announce that new beta version is ready - 20.5.2413 (build 20.5.5400).

What was fixed
Rescue Disk is now working also with UEFI
Fixed issue when computer shutdown was sometimes blocked if avast service was unable to stop

Download links
Avast free https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamil.../platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA
Avast premium https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamil.../platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA

Enjoy this beta!

 

[XLR8R]

New build released to beta - it contains only one change related to avast service start/stop on older operating systems (Windows 7).

The issue affects Windows 8 and 10 too, except that it only delays the shutdown instead of blocking it.

 

[Mops21]

Hi all

New Version but no topic

Avast Community

forum.avast.com

With best Regards
Mops21

 

[Mops21]

Hi all

New Avast beta version 20.5.2415

Avast Community

forum.avast.com

UPDATE 2:
New build released to beta - it is our release candidate built also for public release. It contains the change related to dialogs for new Remote Access Shield.

UPDATE:

New build released to beta - it contains only one change related to avast service start/stop on older operating systems (Windows 7).
Enjoy the beta.

Hi everyone,

I`m glad to announce that new beta version is ready - 20.5.2413 (build 20.5.5400).

What was fixed
Rescue Disk is now working also with UEFI
Fixed issue when computer shutdown was sometimes blocked if avast service was unable to stop

Download links
Avast free https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamily_ANTIVIRUS/insttype_FREE/platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA
Avast premium https://bits.avcdn.net/productfamily_ANTIVIRUS/insttype_APR/platform_WIN/installertype_ONLINE/build_BETA

Enjoy this beta!

With best Regards
Mops21