Microsoft has released Windows 11 version 25H2 preview build 26220.7262 to the Dev and Beta channels. This update brings significant enhancements to AI features and accessibility tools.
Key New Features
- An experimental toggle for agentic features now exists in AI Components settings, allowing control over new Windows agentic capabilities.
- HD voices have been integrated into Narrator and Magnifier for U.S. English users, utilizing Azure-based on-device text-to-speech models.
- The Narrator now supports reading equations in Microsoft 365 desktop applications, broadening accessibility for math-related tasks.
- The "Click to Do" context menu has been improved, offering frequent actions like Copy, Save, Share, and Open more intuitively, especially for large images or tables.
AI Features and Accessibility Enhancements
The update also includes temporary deactivation of Image Object Selection and adjustments to Teaching Tips and Pen Input. While AI Actions are being configured, some users may experience reduced functionality. These changes aim to refine user interaction and enhance productivity.
Deployment and Impact
This cumulative update emphasizes Microsoft's commitment to integrating advanced AI technologies within Windows 11. By focusing on user-centric enhancements, the release is a step forward in accessibility and AI-driven functionality.
