Builds 28120.3181 and 28020.3172 for Windows 11 26H1 out with new Search overhaul – Beta, Experimental
Windows 11 26H1 adds faster Search actions and more capable math support for Narrator.
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.
Build 26340.9616 for Windows 11 26H2 adds new AI search experience – Experimental
Windows 11 build 26340.9616 brings a smarter Search experience, a new battery widget, and several useful fixes
Build 29680 for Windows 11 outs with Start visual changes – Feature Platforms
Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 build 29680 with new sharing and file preview improvements alongside several important fixes.
Builds 28120.3151 and 28020.3142 for Windows 11 26H1 out with new changes – Beta, Experimental
Microsoft expands Cloud Rebuild and improves File Explorer in Windows 11 26H1 preview builds.
Build 26220.9587 for Windows 11 25H2 adds several small improvements – Beta
Windows 11 build 26220.9587 rolls out in the Beta channel with accessibility improvements, faster Settings, Cloud Rebuild access, and ...
Build 26340.9596 for Windows 11 26H2 makes File Explorer faster – Experimental
Windows 11 latest build brings faster Settings, easier File Explorer navigation, Cloud Rebuild access, and Unicode 17.0 support.
Build 26220.9568 for Windows 11 25H2 adds new way to find your mouse – Beta
Windows 11 build 26220.9568 brings new accessibility features, better Phone Link integration, and several smaller improvements to the ...
Build 26340.9577 for Windows 11 26H2 adds useful Start menu and Narrator upgrades – Experimental
Windows 11 build 26340.9577 brings smaller but useful improvements to the Start menu, Settings, Narrator, audio, and Taskbar.
Builds 28120.3122 and 28020.3112 for Windows 11 26H1 out with new changes – Beta, Experimental
Windows 11 version 26H1 gets two small Insider updates with a Hyper-V fix and general improvements.
Build 26220.9492 for Windows 11 25H2 brings fixes and changes – Beta
The latest Windows 11 Beta build tackles Live Captions, Linux VM folder sharing, and a frustrating File History backup error.