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Winsage

March 20, 2026

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8079 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8079 (KB 5079482) has been released to the Beta Channel, featuring improvements in explorer.exe reliability and voice typing settings. An issue with the Network and Sharing Center displaying two active Wi-Fi connections has been resolved. The updates are gradually rolled out to Insiders who have opted in through Settings > Windows Update. Features may not always be released and could change based on feedback. The desktop watermark is standard for pre-release builds, and users should ensure the toggle for updates is ON to receive new features promptly. Localization of features may improve over time, and feedback on localization issues is encouraged.

Winsage

March 20, 2026

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29553.1000

Windows Insider Preview Build 29553.1000 has been released in the Windows 11 Insider Canary Channel. This update introduces platform changes and a new Feedback Hub with a modernized experience, including a simpler feedback submission flow, improved navigation, a new compliment feedback type, and enhanced screenshot capture tools. Users can choose to submit feedback privately or publicly and access a more compact feedback interface. The Canary Channel builds may exhibit instability, and features may evolve or be removed without public release. A desktop watermark is included in pre-release builds, and localization of features will occur over time. Exiting the Canary Channel requires a clean installation of Windows 11.