- Windows 11 build 26220.9606 is rolling out through the Beta channel for version 25H2 as part of Microsoft’s Windows K2 quality initiative.
- Weather becomes the primary Lock screen widget while Microsoft reduces recommended widget content.
- Microsoft fixes an
msmpeg2ac3dec.dllissue that was causing some apps and games to crash.
Microsoft is now rolling out the Windows 11 Insider Preview Quality Update (26220.9606) for version 25H2 via the Beta channel in the Windows Insider Program. This update introduces several accessibility improvements and smaller operating system updates as part of the Windows K2 initiative.
According to the official notes, Windows 11 build 26220.9606 introduces a more focused Lock screen widget experience. Microsoft is making Weather the primary widget shown by default while reducing recommended widget content to create a cleaner and less distracting lock screen.
The update also gives users more control over which widgets appear on the Lock screen. Insiders can customize their preferred widgets in Settings > Personalization > Lock screen, so they can keep the information they find most useful.
Microsoft also fixed an issue with msmpeg2ac3dec.dll that caused some apps and games to crash in recent builds.
Download Windows 11 update 26220.9606
To download and install these Windows 11 builds, enroll your Devices in the Beta channel through the “Windows Insider Program” settings from the “Update & Security” section. Once you enroll the computer in the program, 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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