Microsoft has released the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 for users in the Dev and Beta Channels. The update introduces several new features, enhancing user experience and recovery options for Insiders.
Key Updates and Features
The preview build brings the Xbox full screen experience to PC, aimed at optimizing gaming with a controller. This feature is initially available to Xbox Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels but will expand over time. Users can access it via Task View or Game Bar settings and provide feedback through the Feedback Hub.
Another significant addition is the point-in-time restore capability, allowing Insiders to rollback devices to a previous state. This includes apps, settings, and user files, providing a safety net for testing new features.
The update also includes fluid dictation for improved voice typing. Utilizing small on-device language models, it corrects grammar and punctuation automatically. This change is enabled by default and aims to make voice typing smoother and more intuitive.
Enhancements and Fixes
File Explorer sees improvements with a reorganized context menu to simplify navigation and group similar tasks. Additionally, options like 'Manage file' and 'Enable window preloading' are introduced to improve functionality and performance.
Other updates include enhancements in the Microsoft Store, which now supports uninstalling apps directly from the Store library page, providing streamlined app management for users.
The build also addresses several bugs, including taskbar hangs, connectivity issues after standby, and display problems in Task Manager on ARM64 devices. Known issues such as virtual keyboard visibility in Xbox full screen and Start menu glitches remain for some users.
Overall, this Windows 11 preview build aims to refine user experience while expanding feature testing capabilities for Insiders. Feedback can be submitted via the Feedback Hub, guiding future updates.
