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February 18, 2026

Releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 to the Release Preview Channel

Windows 11 Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 (KB5077241) have been released for Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, covering versions 24H2 and 25H2. The update features a gradual rollout method for updates and includes various new features and enhancements: - Emoji 16.0 introduces a selection of new emojis. - Windows Backup for Organizations now includes a first sign-in restore experience. - Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) is activated for non-domain joined Windows Professional devices. - A built-in network speed test is accessible from the taskbar. - Taskbar improvements enhance the visual experience of the overflow area. - A new entry point in the account menu directs users to the Microsoft account benefits page. - Windows supports Microsoft Entra ID group and role SID resolution. - Users can control pan and tilt for supported cameras in the Settings app. - Sysmon functionality is now included natively in Windows for capturing system events. - Widget Settings now opens as a full-page experience in the Widgets app. - Users can set .webp image files as their desktop background. - The search process icon in Task Manager has been updated. - Storage Settings dialogs have been modernized, and performance for scanning temporary files has improved. - Enhancements have been made to Windows Update Settings for better responsiveness. - Reliability improvements have been implemented for the login screen and Nearby Sharing. - The Windows print service has been optimized for smoother performance during high-volume tasks. - File Explorer has received several improvements, including an extract all option for non-ZIP archive folders and enhanced reliability for displaying devices on the Network page. - Performance enhancements have been made to reduce resume-from-sleep time on heavily loaded systems. - Minor visual issues related to the taskbar, Windows Security pop-up credential fields, and the print dialog have been addressed.

Winsage

September 30, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6760 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6760 (KB5065793) has been released to the Dev Channel for Windows 11, version 25H2. Key updates include: - A built-in network speed test in the taskbar accessible via Quick Settings or the network icon. - A new Microsoft 365 Copilot page in the Get Started experience for managed commercial devices with an active Microsoft 365 subscription. - Updated placeholder text in the File Explorer Search Box for Copilot+ PCs. - New StorageProvider APIs for cloud providers in File Explorer Home. - Temporary disabling of Emoji 16.0, to be reintroduced later. - A new ‘Wait time before acting’ setting in voice access for customizable command execution delays. Fixes include resolving issues with screen readers, Click to Do activation, battery icon synchronization, customized folder views, media controls on the lock screen, and Windows Update functionality. Known issues involve Click to Do visual errors, disabled taskbar animations, unexpected search results, camera preview failures with external webcams, and bugcheck issues with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. Updates are delivered through an enablement package and features are rolled out gradually based on user feedback.

Winsage

September 30, 2025

Windows 11’s new beta update removes a feature for seemingly no reason

The Windows 11 Beta and Dev builds have removed Emoji 16.0 without explanation. A built-in network speed test has been added to the taskbar, allowing users to assess network performance. A new Microsoft 365 Copilot page has been integrated into the Get Started experience for users with an active Microsoft 365 subscription. Improvements to Windows Search are being rolled out, particularly for Copilot+ PCs. New StorageProvider APIs for cloud providers have been introduced in File Explorer. A new setting in voice access allows for customizable delays before executing commands. Various fixes have been implemented, including issues with screen readers, battery icon syncing, and crashes in Settings. Known issues include problems with Click to Do, taskbar animations, search results, camera previews with Windows Studio Effects, and Xbox Controllers experiencing bugchecks.

Winsage

September 16, 2025

Windows 11 adds internet speed test and redesigned settings in Insider builds

Microsoft is introducing a built-in internet speed test feature in Windows 11, accessible by right-clicking the network icon in the system tray or through the quick Wi-Fi settings menu. This feature will redirect users to Bing for the speed test, indicating it relies on external services. Additionally, the Bluetooth & devices page will display all connected phones in a single view with direct management options, and the Privacy & security section will feature clearer headings and descriptions. A new AI background tasks page has also been introduced, though it is currently unstable. These updates are found in Insider builds 26220.6682 and 26120.6682 (KB5065782) in the Dev and Beta channels.

Winsage

September 16, 2025

Windows 11’s new speed test is basically a Bing ad

Windows 11 will introduce a new feature that allows users to assess their internet performance through shortcuts to Bing’s integrated network speed test tool within a web browser. This feature is not a standalone application and is expected to be refined before its official rollout.

Winsage

September 16, 2025

Windows 11 is getting a system tray shortcut to run a network speed test

Microsoft is testing a new feature in the Windows 11 system tray that allows users to conduct a network speed test easily. This feature can be accessed through the Wi-Fi icon by right-clicking to reveal a "Perform Speed Test" option, and there is also a "Test internet speed" button in the quick settings panel. When selected, these options direct users to Bing in their web browser to initiate the speed test. Currently, this feature is available to testers in the Canary, Dev, and Beta channels of the Windows Insider Program. There is a desire for a more integrated application for speed tests that does not require opening a browser.

Winsage

September 15, 2025

Windows 11 lets you run a network speed test right from the taskbar now – how to try it

Microsoft is testing a new feature in Windows 11 that allows users to conduct network speed tests directly from the taskbar. This feature is available to Windows 11 insiders in the Canary, Dev, and Beta builds. Users can access a speed test via an icon on the taskbar, which redirects them to Microsoft's Bing toolbox site to measure download and upload speeds and latency. The Bing speed test uses Ookla for backend processing, but it requires users to manually initiate the test, unlike applications like Speedtest by Ookla that provide real-time notifications. The feature may benefit users unfamiliar with speed testing tools and is expected to roll out to all Windows 11 users in the future.

Winsage

September 14, 2025

Windows 11 will soon let you run a network speed test directly from the Taskbar — no third-party tools required

Microsoft is developing a feature for Windows 11 that allows users to conduct network speed tests directly from the Taskbar's system tray. This feature can be accessed by right-clicking the network icon or through a button in the Wi-Fi quick settings panel, launching Bing's integrated network speed test tool. It aims to simplify network diagnostics and verify internet speeds without relying on third-party applications. Additionally, Microsoft is working on other features for Windows 11, including a revamped Start menu, improved voice input, enhancements to mobile device settings, and a new handheld gaming mode. These features are currently in testing and are not linked to the upcoming Windows 11 version 25H2, which will maintain the same feature set as version 24H2.