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February 13, 2026

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1611 (Canary Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1611 has been released to the Canary Channel, associated with KB 5077221. The desktop watermark currently displays an incorrect build number, which will be corrected in a future build. New features include: - Built-in Sysmon functionality for capturing system events related to threat detection, which is disabled by default and requires activation through Settings or PowerShell. Users must uninstall any previous Sysmon installations before enabling the built-in version. - Enhanced sharing options for OneDrive files via the Windows share window, available for Insiders signed in with Microsoft accounts outside the EEA. - The desktop watermark has been corrected to show the accurate build number. Insiders in the Canary Channel should note that features may change or be removed before wider release, and some may appear in the Dev and Beta Channels first. A clean installation of Windows 11 is required to exit the Canary Channel.

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November 19, 2025

Windows 11’s November Insider update brings new features and reveals a new version

Microsoft has unveiled several preview builds for Windows 11 in November 2025, including versions 25H2 and 26H1. The notable updates include: - Windows 11 build 26220.7070 introduces a redesigned Widgets board with a new "Discover" section, improved navigation, and alert badges on icons. - The Quick Machine Recovery feature now scans for fixes only once and offers alternative recovery options if no solution is found. - Smart App Control can now be toggled on or off without reinstalling Windows 11. - New widget options have been added to the Lock Screen settings, allowing customization of displayed widgets. - A drag tray feature in the Canary Channel simplifies file sharing from File Explorer or the desktop. - Build 28000 in the Canary Channel is the first preview of Windows 11 version 26H1, focusing on compatibility with newer hardware. - New agentic AI components are being integrated into Windows 11, allowing applications like Copilot to automate tasks. - Haptic feedback capabilities have been introduced for digital pen users. - The Narrator and Magnifier features now use high-definition voices for improved clarity and support structured math reading in Word.

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October 15, 2025

12 features coming during first half of October on Windows 11 Insiders

Microsoft is enhancing Windows 11 in October 2025 through the Windows Insider Program, releasing several notable features and improvements. Key updates include: 1. An updated Settings app with improved AI agent integration, featuring a "Recommended settings" card and enhanced search results. 2. The Drag Tray now supports dragging and dropping multiple files. 3. Administrator Protection is accessible again in the Windows Security app. 4. The "Run" command dialog box is being updated for dark mode support. 5. Click to Do feature enhancements allow for more precise object selection within images. 6. Windows Hello now supports external fingerprint sensors. 7. Users can configure the user folder name during the Out-of-box Experience (OOBE) using Command Prompt. 8. File Explorer receives dark mode improvements across various dialogs. 9. A redesigned Start menu in the Canary Channel combines "All," "Pinned," and "Recommended" sections into a scrollable interface. 10. A new setting allows users to adjust the position of on-screen hardware indicators. 11. Updates to keyboard shortcuts facilitate the insertion of En dashes and Em dashes. 12. The Windows Share interface now includes an option for pinning favorite apps.

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October 12, 2025

9 new features coming with the October 2025 Security Update for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2

On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will roll out its Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11, introducing various features and security enhancements. Key updates include: 1. A feature allowing users to reposition hardware indicators on their desktops. 2. AI actions in File Explorer, enabling users to perform tasks like image searches and background removal directly from the file manager. 3. Improvements to the Windows Share interface, including a "Pin" option for favorite apps. 4. A new "Advanced" settings page that organizes settings into distinct sections. 5. Administrator Protection, which enhances security by generating an authorization dialog for unsigned or untrusted app elevation requests. 6. Support for third-party passkey providers, starting with 1Password. 7. Migration of legacy features from the Control Panel to the Settings app, including additional clocks and date/time format options. 8. A new Braille viewer in Windows Narrator to enhance accessibility. 9. Updates to the Click to Do actions menu with new tags and refined summary generation.

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October 1, 2025

File Explorer’s best features available in 2025 on Windows 11 version 25H2 and 24H2

In 2025, Microsoft is enhancing File Explorer on Windows 11 with AI features and improved usability. Key updates include: - Microsoft 365 Files: New "Activity" column and "Recommended" section display people icons for users with Microsoft Entra ID accounts. - Windows Share Experience: Users can pin favorite apps in the "Share using" section, generate preview thumbnails when sharing links, and adjust image compression settings. Basic image editing tools for cropping, rotating, and applying filters are now available before sharing. A new flyout suggests apps for quick sharing when dragging files. - File Explorer Address Bar: A file backup reminder can be snoozed or disabled if not already backing up files via OneDrive. - AI Integration: An "AI Actions" menu in the context menu offers features like Bing Visual Search, background blurring, object erasure, and background removal. Microsoft 365 subscribers can summarize files stored in OneDrive and SharePoint. - Performance Improvements: Faster archive extraction for large files and improved loading times for folders with extensive media collections and cloud files. Overall, these enhancements aim to refine and elevate the user experience in file management.

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August 30, 2025

Windows 11 just leveled up again

Microsoft has released several enhancements for Windows 11 through its Windows Insider Program, including: 1. The ability to resume Android apps from the Taskbar using the "Link to Windows" app. 2. An updated battery icon on the Lock Screen that changes color based on battery status. 3. New keyboard shortcuts for typing En dashes (Windows key + Minus) and Em dashes (Windows key + Shift + Minus). 4. An updated Windows Share interface that allows users to pin favorite apps and find apps to share content with. 5. Enhanced dark mode in File Explorer, including a dark color scheme for file-related dialogs. 6. New selection options in Click to Do for Copilot+ PCs, including "Freeform Selection" and "Rectangle Selection." 7. Transition of legacy Control Panel features into the Settings app, including multiple clocks in the Notification Center and updated language options. 8. A new Braille viewer in Windows Narrator for accessibility. 9. Replacement of the "For developers" page with an "Advanced" page that introduces new functionalities.

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August 30, 2025

Microsoft Releases New Builds to All Four Windows Insider Preview Channels

Microsoft has released new Windows 11 builds across all four Windows Insider Preview channels, with version 25H2 debuting in the Release Preview channel. This version can be downloaded as an enablement package, sharing its servicing branch with version 24H2. Users must enroll in the Release Preview channel and check for updates to install it. Windows 11 version 25H2 will not include Windows PowerShell 2.0 or WMIC, and ISOs will be available for download next week. In the Dev channel, build 26220.5770 is being updated with KB5064093, while the Beta channel is receiving build 26120.5770 with KB5064089. New features include a Microsoft 365 text action in Click to Do, Live Persona Cards from Microsoft 365, a Braille viewer in Narrator, and improvements to Windows Share. Various fixes are also included, though there are known issues, such as a recurring audio problem. Additionally, Windows 11 build 27934 has been released to the Canary channel, focusing on general improvements and bug fixes, with several known issues still present.

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August 30, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5770 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5770 (KB5064089) has been released to the Beta Channel for users on Windows 11, version 24H2. This update includes new features such as the "Convert to table with Excel" option in Click to Do, allowing users to convert tables into Excel easily. Additionally, Microsoft 365 profile cards can now be accessed within Click to Do by clicking on an email. A new Braille viewer feature in Narrator provides on-screen Braille and text output for users with connected Braille displays. Users can also find apps installed on their PC or available in the Microsoft Store through the "Find Apps" feature in the Windows share window. Various fixes have been implemented, including resolving issues with the taskbar, windowing, display settings, and audio. Known issues include problems with File Explorer and audio devices, particularly with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth.

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August 30, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5770 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.5770 (KB5064093) has been released to the Dev Channel, marking a significant increase in the major build number to 26220. Windows 11, version 25H2 is available as Build 26200 in the Release Preview Channel. New features include: - A new text action in Click to Do that allows users to convert highlighted tables to Excel, currently available for Windows Insiders on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. - Live Persona Cards integrated into Click to Do for quick access to contact information from emails, requiring a Microsoft 365 subscription and work or school account. - A Braille viewer added to Narrator, enabling users to view both on-screen text and Braille output, beneficial for teachers and assistive technology trainers. Changes and improvements include: - A "Find Apps" feature in the Windows share window. - Various bug fixes related to the taskbar, windowing, display, and audio. Known issues involve unresponsive settings, audio problems indicated by yellow exclamation marks in Device Manager, and issues with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel receive updates based on Windows 11, version 25H2, and features are rolled out gradually.

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August 23, 2025

Windows 11 to get Android App continuity feature

Microsoft is testing a feature in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5761 that allows users to resume Android apps, starting with Spotify, on their PCs. When a user pauses playback on their Android device, a “Resume alert” appears on the Windows 11 taskbar, enabling automatic resumption of playback on the Spotify desktop app. If the app is not installed, it can be easily downloaded from the Microsoft Store. Users need to enable mobile device access on their PC, link their Android phone via the Link to Windows app, and ensure they are signed into the same Spotify account on both devices to utilize this feature. Microsoft is also inviting app developers to integrate with the Resume API for broader app continuity in the future. Additional enhancements in this build include new battery icons, touch gesture improvements, and various bug fixes.