Microsoft has today rolled out fresh Release Preview channel builds for Windows 11 Insiders. The new builds, numbered 26100.8728 and 26200.8728, correspond to the 24H2 and 25H2 flighting tracks, while the 26H1 flighting line receives build 28000.2333. These updates bring a host of new features focused on Windows Update, Recovery, and more, with detailed changelogs available below.
This section spotlights a range of fresh functionalities and refinements for Windows 11 PCs, showcasing AI‑powered enhancements, ongoing innovation, and notable performance gains.
Windows Update – New! A calendar experience in the Windows Update settings (Settings > Windows Update) lets you pause updates by selecting an end date, up to 35 days. You can extend the pause by choosing a new end date and re‑pausing updates as needed.
Microsoft has rolled out a suite of enhancements that make everyday tasks on Windows smoother and more intuitive. The latest update introduces voice‑enabled features, a more dependable Start menu trigger, a refreshed emoji panel, and streamlined printer setup—all designed to boost productivity and user experience.
Voice access and voice typing are now available in French, German, and Spanish. As users speak, the system automatically refines their text in real time, correcting grammar, punctuation, and recognition mistakes while filtering out background noise. This real‑time editing makes dictation more fluid and cuts down on the need for manual revisions, a welcome upgrade for Copilot+ PC owners.
The taskbar update addresses a long‑standing annoyance: launching the Start menu by clicking the left edge of the taskbar when icons are left‑aligned. The fix enhances reliability, ensuring that the Start menu appears consistently and without delay.
The emoji panel, accessed with Windows key + ., now pulls GIFs from GIPHY instead of Tenor. This change delivers a smoother browsing and sharing experience, keeping the panel fresh and responsive.
Printer installations have been simplified with the default use of Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) where supported. This new default streamlines setup and boosts reliability. Users who prefer the old method can easily toggle the setting in Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners > Default install printers using Windows Ready Print.
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