Hello Windows Insiders, today marks the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5761 (KB5064093) to the Beta Channel for those on Windows 11, version 24H2. This update introduces a variety of new features, improvements, and fixes, which are being rolled out gradually to Insiders who have opted in to receive the latest updates via Settings > Windows Update.
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Seamless App Resumption from Android Phone to PC
A notable enhancement is the ability to seamlessly resume your favorite apps from your Android phone on your Windows 11 PC. Initially, this feature will allow users to continue listening to Spotify tracks right from where they left off on their mobile device. When you play a song or episode on your Android phone, a ‘Resume alert’ will appear on your PC’s taskbar. Clicking this alert will launch the Spotify desktop app, allowing you to continue your listening experience without interruption.
If the Spotify app is not installed on your PC, clicking the alert will initiate a one-click installation from the Microsoft Store. You will then be prompted to sign into your Spotify account, ensuring a smooth transition between devices.
To set up this feature, follow these steps:
- Turn on access to your phone:
- On your PC, navigate to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mobile devices.
- Enable “Allow this PC to access your mobile devices”.
- Click the “Manage devices” button and follow the prompts to connect your Android phone.
- Set up the Link to Windows app on your phone:
- Open the Link to Windows app on your Android device.
- Ensure the app is allowed to run in the background for reliable functionality.
- Try the feature:
- Play a track or episode on Spotify from your phone.
- A Resume alert should appear on your PC’s taskbar.
Once set up, simply play a track on your phone to receive the alert on your PC. This feature is being rolled out gradually, so patience may be required as it becomes available to all users.
For App Developers: We encourage developers to integrate with the Resume feature, allowing users to continue tasks seamlessly across devices. More information on integration can be found here.
FEEDBACK: Please submit feedback through the Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Devices and Drivers > Linked Phone.
Enhanced Battery Iconography on Lock Screen
The battery icons on the lock screen have been redesigned for improved clarity, enabling users to quickly assess their PC’s battery status at a glance.
FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Desktop Environment > Lock screen.
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[Click to Do (Preview)]
Enhancements for Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs include:
- Users can now launch Click to Do by pressing and holding two fingers anywhere on the screen, providing a touch-friendly entry point similar to the mouse or touchpad method.
[Agent in Settings]
Improvements for the agent in Settings on Copilot+ PCs include:
- A direct navigation link to the corresponding settings page is now available from the agent search results.
[Automatic Super Resolution]
Updates for Automatic Super Resolution (Auto SR) on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs include:
- Simplified settings controls and streamlined configuration options directly from toast notifications.
[Input]
- A new keyboard shortcut has been introduced for inserting En dash (–) and Em dash (—) while typing. Pressing WIN + Minus (-) will insert an En dash, while WIN + Shift + Minus (-) will insert an Em dash.
[Windows Share]
- Recent flights have introduced the ability to pin favorite apps in the Windows share window.
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[Settings]
- Performance improvements have been made for loading the apps list on the Apps > Installed apps page.
- An issue causing crashes in Settings when using the new “Copy current user settings to the welcome screen and system accounts” option has been resolved.
[Windows Hello]
- Improvements have been made to address issues where Windows Hello might recognize your face but still prompt for a PIN. If issues persist, users may need to enhance recognition settings.
[Other]
- Performance enhancements have been implemented for gaming with game bar or other overlays, particularly for users with multiple monitors of differing refresh rates.
Known issues
[Recall]
- Windows Insiders in the EEA may encounter issues with Recall functionality after recent updates. To resolve this, navigate to Settings > Privacy & security > Recall & snapshots > Advanced settings > Reset Recall.
[File Explorer]
- Some users may see the Shared section in File Explorer Home even if it contains no content.
[Settings]
- We are addressing an issue causing the Storage > Temporary files section to get stuck during file scanning.
[Xbox Controllers]
- Some Insiders may experience bug checks when using Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. To resolve, uninstall the driver named “oemXXX.inf (XboxGameControllerDriver.inf)” in Device Manager.
Snipping Tool Update
An update for Snipping Tool (version 11.2507.14.0 and higher) is being rolled out, introducing window mode screen recording. This feature allows users to capture activity within a specific app window easily. Simply toggle to the Record option in the capture toolbar and select window mode from the dropdown menu.
Once window mode is selected, the recording region will automatically adjust to fit the chosen app window, allowing for quick and precise setup. However, please note that the recording region will remain fixed once recording begins, ensuring a focused capture without the need for cropping later.
FEEDBACK: Please submit feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Snipping Tool.
Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel
- Updates for Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 will be delivered via an enablement package (Build 26120.xxxx).
- Beta Channel updates provide a preview of enhancements to servicing technology on Windows 11, version 24H2. For more details, visit this link.
- Features in the Beta Channel are rolled out using Controlled Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and gradually expanding based on feedback.
- Insiders wishing to receive features as they are rolled out can enable the toggle in Settings > Windows Update. If this toggle is off, new features will be rolled out over time as they become ready.
- Features in development may not be fully localized and localization will occur over time as they are finalized. Please report any localization issues via Feedback Hub.
- Some accessibility features may not function with features like Recall and Click to Do while in preview.
- As the Dev and Beta Channels represent parallel development paths, features may appear in the Beta Channel first.
- For a comprehensive overview of build statuses across Insider channels, check out Flight Hub.
Thank you for your continued support and feedback.
