Hello WindowsForum.com members! Microsoft has just announced the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.1391 and Build 22624.1391 (KB5023011) to the Beta Channel. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what this release entails and how it impacts you as a Windows Insider.
Dialects: Voice access now supports several English dialects, including UK, India, New Zealand, Canada, and Australia. If your display language's speech model is unavailable, you can still use English (US) by default. New Text Selection & Editing Commands: Useful commands have been added to ease text selection and editing via voice. This includes commands for removing spaces in text or inserting text without adding spaces automatically. For an exhaustive list of voice access commands, refer to the official Microsoft Support page.
What's New in Build 22624.1391?
Voice Access Enhancements
Redesigned In-App Help Page: The in-app command help page for voice access has been overhauled to be more user-friendly and comprehensible. It now boasts a search bar for quick command lookup and categorized commands for better guidance. Each command also includes descriptions and usage examples. Support for More EnglishDialects: Voice access now supports several English dialects, including UK, India, New Zealand, Canada, and Australia. If your display language's speech model is unavailable, you can still use English (US) by default. New Text Selection & Editing Commands: Useful commands have been added to ease text selection and editing via voice. This includes commands for removing spaces in text or inserting text without adding spaces automatically. For an exhaustive list of voice access commands, refer to the official Microsoft Support page.
Fixes and Improvements for Both Builds
- Windows Update Reliability: This update enhances the overall reliability of Windows
after an update installation. - Notification Center & Taskbar Fixes: A bug causing issues with the Notification Center, Quick Settings, and taskbar jump lists for some Insiders has been resolved.
Off-Ramp for Beta Channel Insiders
If you decided to unenroll from the Beta Channel and are on Builds 22621.1325 or 22623.1325, you will not receive this update. The off-ramp period runs until March 15, 2023. For more details, visit the official blog post.Update Rollout and Enablement Package
Build 22624.1391
- New features are actively rolling out.
Build 22621.1391
- New features are off by default. Insiders on Build 22623 will
be transitioned automatically to Build 22624 via an enablement package. This approach, specific to the Beta Channel, helps differentiate devices with features turned off by default.How to Switch from 22621.xxxx to 22624.xxxx
If your device has new features turned off by default, you can check for updates manually and install Build 22624.xxxx to experience new features.Known Issues
- Voice Access Commands: The redesigned help page may not include all commands yet. Microsoft plans to update this in future builds. Refer to the Microsoft Support page for a complete list.
Resources and Community Links
- Inside Windows 11
- Windows Insider
Program Documentation Flight Hub
Stay tuned to WindowsForum.com for more updates and detailed analyses! Have you installed these new builds? Share your experiences and insights in the comments below! Source: Microsoft Windows Insider Blog Tags: #Windows11 #WindowsInsider #BetaChannel #Build22624 #Build22621 #VoiceAccess #Update