Builds 29570 and 28020.1863 for Windows 11 arrive in the Canary Channel
Microsoft quietly expands Windows 11 with Xbox mode and deeper system control in new Canary builds.
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 Canary, Dev, Beta, and Release Preview channels, Microsoft tests new experiences, 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.
Build 26300.8276 (KB5083726) for Windows 11 26H2 adds new File Explorer visuals (Dev)
Microsoft rolls out new Windows 11 preview builds with subtle but meaningful improvements across Settings, File Explorer, and Windows Hello.
Build 26300.8170 (KB5083632) for Windows 11 26H2 adds FAT32 and Secure Boot upgrades (Dev)
Microsoft polishes Windows 11 Dev and Beta builds with usability fixes and system-level refinements
Builds 29565 and 28020.1812 for Windows 11 arrive in the Canary Channel
Windows 11 Canary builds push new platform changes, Secure Boot alerts, and refinements across 27H2 and 26H1
Builds 29560 and 28020.1803 for Windows 11 arrive in the Canary Channel
Microsoft pushes new Canary builds for Windows 11 27H2 and 26H1 with subtle upgrades and important bug fixes.
Build 26300.8155 (KB5083822) for Windows 11 26H2 adds haptic feedback effects (Dev)
Windows 11 gets haptic feedback, Xbox mode changes, and startup improvements. Here's all you need to know.
Build 26300.8142 (KB5079492) for Windows 11 26H2 adds touchpad changes (Dev)
A new Windows 11 preview introduces Administrator Protection, touchpad tweaks, and Task Manager updates.
Builds 29558 and 28020.1797 for Windows 11 arrive in the Canary Channel
Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 builds with console improvements and fixes.
KB5081339 (build 28020.1743) for Windows 11 26H1 new features (Canary)
Microsoft pushes another Canary update with smarter audio sharing, subtle UI polish, and a redesigned Feedback Hub app.
Build 29553 for Windows 11 27H2 platform changes (Canary)
Another preview for the secondary path of the Canary Channel rolls out with platform changes.