New Windows 11 Beta Build 22635.4440 adds revamped Windows Hello experience

Microsoft has unveiled the latest iteration of its operating system with the release of Windows 11 Preview Build 22635.4440 (KB5045889) to Beta Channel Insiders. This update marks a significant enhancement in the Windows Hello user experience, a feature that has undergone a thoughtful redesign to meet contemporary visual design standards. After years of anticipation, the revamped Windows Hello aims to create a more intuitive and seamless authentication process for users.

Enhanced User Experience

The refreshed visuals of Windows Hello are prominently displayed across various platforms, including the Windows sign-in screen, passkeys, the Microsoft Store, and other authentication flows. This cohesive design not only elevates the aesthetic appeal but also streamlines the user experience.

In addition to the visual updates, Microsoft is rolling out a new credential user experience for passkeys. This feature promises secure and swift authentication, allowing users to effortlessly switch between different authentication methods and select their preferred passkeys or devices. Furthermore, this updated experience will extend to the new administrator protection feature set to debut in Windows 11, version 24H2 and beyond.

Accompanying these enhancements, the changelog reveals a series of general improvements and fixes aimed at refining the overall experience for Insiders utilizing this build on their PCs:

[General]

  • This update encompasses a modest collection of general improvements and fixes that enhance the overall experience for Insiders running this build.

[Input]

  • The new Gamepad keyboard layout for the on-screen keyboard has been temporarily disabled to address certain issues. This feature will be reintroduced in a future update.
  • Gradual fixes are being rolled out to the Beta Channel with the toggle on.

[Input]

  • An underlying issue that caused touch keyboard crashes and prevented the IME candidate window from appearing for some Insiders in the previous flight has been resolved.

These updates are being gradually rolled out to Beta Channel Insiders who have the toggle activated. For those eager to experience the latest features, simply navigate to Settings > Windows Update on your PC and enable the toggle to receive updates as they become available.

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New Windows 11 Beta Build 22635.4440 adds revamped Windows Hello experience