- Microsoft released Windows 11 build 29639 for Feature Platforms in the Experimental channel.
- This preview adds a new calendar-based update pause option, Bluetooth gamepad navigation, and smart card policy changes.
- The company improves Bluetooth controls and enterprise management features in this Insider release.
- The update focuses on small usability and reliability improvements.
Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 build 29639 for the “Feature Platforms” version, delivering a small set of features, as well as incremental changes and fixes.
According to the official changelog, “Windows 11 Insider Preview Quality Update (29639)” ships the ability to pause updates as many times as you need, improved navigation to Bluetooth settings using gamepad input, and updated policy to remove smart card.
What’s new on Windows 11 build 29639 (Future Platforms)
These are the new features and improvements rolling out in the Future Platforms channel:
Windows Update changes
Starting with build 29639, you can now pause updates using a calendar interface for up to 35 days and extend that pause as many times as needed, effectively removing previous limits
Smart card policy update
Network administrators can now configure Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365 sessions that use Microsoft Entra ID (RDS AAD Auth) authentication to automatically disconnect when a redirected smart card is removed.
Settings improvements
This release adds gamepad navigation support for the Bluetooth Quick Settings page, allowing users to control Bluetooth options with a controller.
Preview build download
To download and install this Windows 11 build, enroll your devices in the Experimental experience through the “Windows Insider Program” settings from the “Update & Security” section. Once you enroll the computer in the program for the Future Platform version, you can download the build from the “Windows Update” settings by turning on the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” option and clicking the “Check for Updates” button.
Alternatively, you can also download the ISO files from the Windows Insider Preview Downloads page. Specific preview builds are available for a limited time only.
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