Introduction
Windows Insiders can dive into the latest features and improvements with the recent release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23516 in the Dev Channel. This update brings a range of enhancements to enhance user experiences and streamline operations. Here's a snapshot of what's new in this build:Build Highlights
- Improved Screen Casting Experience:
- Facilitates wireless display extension to external devices.
- Enhances Cast feature discoverability with notifications.
- Inline setup guidance within the Cast flyout for enabling Wireless Display features. - Enhanced HDR Background Support:
- Users can now set JXR files as HDR desktop backgrounds for full HDR output.
- An exciting experience for devices with HDR displays, ensuring optimal picture quality. - Voice Access Enhancements:
- Voice access on lock screens enables easy login and access to various areas using speech.
- Aids in providing dictated passwords or PINS securely via voice commands.
- Compatibility extended to apps running with Microsoft Defender Application Guard. - New Narrator Natural Voices:
- Introduction of French, Portuguese, English (India), German, and Korean natural voices for engaging Narrator experiences.
- On-device text-to-speech functionality with an internet connection requirement. - User-Friendly Presence Sensing:
- Introduces Adaptive Dimming for devices with attention detection presence sensors.
- Customizable settings for intelligent screen dimming and undimming based on user interactions. - Windows Copilot Adjustment:
- Users in the Dev Channel assisted by AAD will temporarily notice the absence of Windows Copilot Preview, with forthcoming updates to restore this feature soon.
Fixes and Known Issues
- File Explorer Enhancements:
- Addressed tab icon synchronization issues in File Explorer.
- Fixed File Explorer crash scenarios during window operations and extended file-loading processes. - Additional Issues:
- Investigating taskbar loading issues for some users post-build installation.
- Resolving file-loading crashes and input issues impacting user experiences.
Developer Updates
- Refinements to SDK packages and integration for .NET and C++ apps.- SDK flights available for both Canary and Dev Channels, emphasizing the importance of code adaptability and feature detection.
Conclusion
This latest Dev Channel build signifies ongoing dedication to user-centric experiences and developer support within the Windows 11 ecosystem. For comprehensive details on each update and future insights, refer to the original post here.Published on: Wed, 02 Aug 2023 17:03:46 +0000 Amanda & Brandon, Windows Insider Program Team