Build 29639 for Windows 11 adds new system update controls – Future Platforms
Microsoft quietly improves Windows 11 with smarter update controls, better controller navigation, and enterprise policy changes in the ...
The Windows Insider Program gives enthusiasts, developers, and IT professionals early access to upcoming Windows features before they reach the general public. Through preview builds released across the Experience, Beta, and Release Preview channels, Microsoft tests new features, system changes, and under-the-hood improvements in real-world scenarios.
The program is currently available for Windows 11 since Windows 10 is no longer a supported operating system.
This section brings together all coverage related to the Windows Insider Program, including hands-on impressions, build breakdowns, new and removed features, known issues, and what each update means for Windows 11 and future versions of the operating system.
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Builds 28120.2630 and 28020.2623 for Windows 11 26H1 out with new features – Beta and Experimental
Microsoft is testing major Windows 11 26H1 improvements with fewer update restarts, better battery life, new touchpad controls, and ...
Build 26220.9022 for Windows 11 25H2 brings Taskbar positions and sizing – Beta
Microsoft continues reshaping Windows 11 25H2 with a more flexible Taskbar, updated Insider certificate support, and fixes for ...
Build 26300.9032 for Windows 11 26H2 expands Search and improves battery life – Experimental
A new Windows 11 26H2 build arrives in the Experimental channel with an improved Windows Search experience, adaptive hibernate, Phone ...
Build 29634 for Windows 11 adds Voice Isolation, GIPHY GIFs, and a redesigned Account Control – Future Platforms
Microsoft rolls out another Future Platforms preview, introducing new accessibility features, UI refinements, and quality improvements ...
Build 28120.2546 for Windows 11 26H1 out with new features – Experimental
Microsoft's latest Experimental build makes Narrator more accessible while improving Settings, Voice Access, Bluetooth, and more.
Build 28020.2539 for Windows 11 26H1 out with new features – Beta
Windows 11 makes accessibility more powerful with instant braille support, new Voice Access languages, and key reliability fixes.
Build 26220.8925 for Windows 11 25H2 makes the Start menu far more customizable – Beta
Microsoft continues refining Windows 11 with new Start menu layouts, touchpad enhancements, File Explorer upgrades, and Narrator ...
Build 26300.8935 for Windows 11 26H2 makes File Explorer faster – Experimental
Microsoft continues the Windows K2 initiative with performance upgrades, UI refinements, and important Insider fixes in Windows 11 26H2.