Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 Insider Preview Build, 26220.7523, to participants in the dev and beta channels, which introduces several features aimed at improving productivity and user experience. The update includes Ask Copilot on the taskbar, allowing users to chat with AI assistant via text or voice, as well as a "tools" button for invoking Copilot agents without switching focus elsewhere. Additionally, Microsoft is testing various design approaches for integrating AI agents visually and has rolled out support for multiple languages, including Portuguese, Spanish, Korean, Japanese, Hindi, Italian, and Chinese (Simplified). The update also addresses several reliability issues, such as problems with the taskbar or File Explorer, to smooth out the system overall.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1362, featuring various new features and usability tweaks for users in the Canary Channel. The update expands the full-screen experience on handheld devices, refreshes the Click to Do menu with a cleaner look, and allows Windows Studio Effects to be used on additional cameras beyond the primary one. Additionally, Microsoft is addressing long-standing issues such as thumbnail display problems and performance concerns after waking from sleep, including fixing potential stuttering issues on high-res displays. The update also includes several minor tweaks, including improvements to File Explorer search, Narrator support, and Task Manager behavior.
Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 Insider Preview build, number 28000.1340, which is now available in the Canary Channel for testing. This update focuses on refining the user experience and fixing some persistent bugs, without introducing major new features. The development work continues to progress with this build, incorporating features that were previously introduced in older previews. A notable fix has been made to resolve an issue where creating a Storage Space or cluster could cause system crashes, improving storage configuration stability.
Microsoft has released a new build number, 26220.7344, for the Windows 11 Insider Program, available on both Dev and Beta channels. This release includes several notable features, such as native support for the Model Context Protocol (MCP), which facilitates connections between AI agents and apps, and built-in support for two new agent connectors: File Explorer and Windows Settings. Additionally, Quick Machine Recovery is now enabled by default on Windows Professional systems not connected to a domain, and the Update Orchestration Platform is also being rolled out to Insiders in Dev and Beta channels.
Microsoft has published a support article, KB5072911, for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2 discussing issues with Explorer, the Start menu, and other apps built using XAML on enterprise devices. This particularly affects large enterprises and virtual desktop setups, causing certain core Windows apps to either refuse to start or crash after installation. The problem seems to occur when updating Windows for the first time or logging into non-persistent environments, causing errors with shell components and impacting the desktop experience. Microsoft is working on a solution, but in the meantime, a potential workaround involves manually registering XAML packages before restarting SiHost.
Microsoft has released two new builds of Windows 11, versions 26100.7309 and 26200.7309, targeting users in the Windows Insiders Program for 24H2 and 25H2. The release preview channel is testing these updates before making them available to the general public. The builds include various features and improvements, such as an enhanced AI camera assistant called Windows Studio Effects and improved menu options for Copilot+ PCs. Additionally, Microsoft has tackled underlying performance issues, including slow logins, memory leaks, and stuttering apps, making Windows 11 feel more reliable and snappy.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (KB5070307) to Dev and Beta Channels, featuring various usability improvements and new features. The update includes an Xbox-style full-screen mode for a cleaner gaming experience, point-in-time restore for quick system recovery, and Fluid Dictation for voice typing on NPU devices with improved grammar fixes and local processing for better privacy. Other refinements include seamless resume capabilities for Android apps, enhanced Microsoft Store app management, and preloading the File Explorer for faster launch times.
Microsoft has rolled out a non-security update, the KB5070312 (OS Build 22631.6276) preview for Windows 11 23H2. This update targets several issues reported by users, including outdated profiles for some mobile operators and problems with File Explorer's speed. If your system already has EKB KB5027397 installed, you can try the preview version through Windows Update or wait for it to be pushed out normally.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 KB5072753 (OS Build 26200.7093) for Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024 as a hotpatch providing targeted fixes and reliability upgrades directly to users' devices. This out-of-band update includes cumulative security updates from November's rollout (KB5068966), offering additional improvements beyond its primary fix.
Microsoft has released a new update for Windows Insiders on the Canary channel, available as Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28000.1199. The latest preview version is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to improve the operating system. This release focuses on making various tweaks and refinements to smooth out the overall user experience in Windows 11. The cumulative effect is a more polished and pleasant interface when using the OS on your PC.
Microsoft has released a new preview build for Windows Insiders on the Release Preview Channel running Windows 11 23H2 (build number 22631). The latest update focuses on smoothing out issues based on user feedback and experiences, rather than just security patches. Key changes include improved connectivity over cellular networks, fixed lag in File Explorer, and enhancements to handling compressed files, particularly those with Chinese names. Additionally, enterprise users managing systems via Azure Virtual Desktop will benefit from a bug fix related to group policies controlling recommended content on multi-session Windows 11 machines.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28000 to users in the canary channel, which brings some general improvements and minor tweaks aimed at smoothing out issues on PCs. The update also includes a versioning change, where the Windows 11 build now displays as "Windows 11, version 26H1" instead of a traditional feature update label. This shift suggests that the build prioritizes foundational support for new hardware over significant user-facing changes. Build 28000 resolves some minor issues, including one related to live captions and another with Outlook login credentials not appearing properly.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7070, focusing on refining features and ironing out some issues in the dev and beta channels. The update includes improvements to the Widget Board, such as a more intuitive dashboard navigation experience and visual indicators for active dashboards with alerts. Other changes include enhancements to Quick Machine Recovery, Smart App Control settings, and File Explorer updates like restoring People icons under the Activity column. However, some issues still need investigation, including problems with the Start menu failing to open and apps not appearing correctly in the system tray.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27982 to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, which brings several enhancements and improvements to the operating system. The build includes a revamped widgets experience that integrates with the lock screen, allowing Insiders to customize their widgets and discover new ones. Additionally, sharing files in Windows has been made easier with a new drag tray feature that appears at the top of the screen when dragging a local file. Several issues have been resolved in this build, but some known problems remain, including unexpected scrolling in the Start menu and issues with sleep and shutdown functions on certain PCs.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7051, offering identical updates based on Windows 11 version 25H2 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel as a recommended update. During this time, Dev Channel users can switch to the Beta Channel before the channel switching window closes. New features include Ask Copilot in Taskbar, Full Screen Experience (FSE) for gaming on handheld devices, and Shared Audio (Preview), which allows family members or students to share content using Bluetooth LE Audio broadcast technology.
Microsoft has released a preview of Windows 11 KB5067036 (OS Builds 26200.7019 and 26100.7019) for Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2. The update includes significant enhancements to Copilot experiences, such as Click to Do, which provides features like prompt box suggestions, unit conversion, and object selection using gestures or mouse controls. Additionally, the release addresses several critical vulnerabilities and security issues related to authentication, display, installation, media, networking, and screen readers.
Microsoft has released the Windows 11 KB5067112 (OS Build 22621.6133) Preview for Windows 11 23H2, which focuses on quality enhancements rather than security. The update addresses issues related to the touch keyboard and network connectivity when external virtual switches lose their physical Network Interface Card (NIC) bindings after host restarts. Additionally, a new feature has been introduced allowing users to enable Personalized Offers within the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) during device setup. This update also includes essential fixes for connectivity errors during upgrades of Azure Stack Hub or Azure Local clusters, which were caused by issues with disk communication.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6982 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. The build introduces several notable features, including "Copy & Search", which enables instant search of copied text, and a new setting in Voice Typing that allows users to configure a delay between voice commands and their execution. Other changes include Proactive Memory Diagnostics, which improves system reliability by suggesting memory scans after bug checks, as well as updated Device Cards in Settings and improved About settings.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6982 to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel, offering various enhancements and improvements for those running Windows 11 24H2. The update introduces features such as 'Copy & Search', which allows users to search for copied text from the taskbar, and Proactive Memory Diagnostics, which improves system reliability by conducting memory scans after unexpected restarts or bug checks. Other changes include improved Device Cards in Settings, enhanced Click to Do with helpful hints, and updated animations on the taskbar, as well as fixes to several known issues in previous builds. However, some known issues remain under investigation, including problems with keyboards, USB devices, and File Explorer's copy dialog animation and layout in dark mode.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27975 for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, focusing on general improvements to refine the user experience and address minor issues. This update includes fixes for input-related problems, such as a touch keyboard issue and a malfunctioning Windows Hello PIN, which should provide a smoother experience. Additionally, Microsoft has resolved an issue that caused Settings to crash when accessing drive information. However, Microsoft is still investigating known issues with this build, such as unexpected scrolling in the new Start menu and sleep/shutdown problems.
