Microsoft has introduced Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26002 to the Canary Channel, bringing enhancements and updates to enrich the user experience. Here are the key changes and improvements in this latest build:
New Features:
- Energy Saver: This build introduces the Energy Saver feature, enhancing battery life and energy conservation by prioritizing power efficiency over performance. Users can toggle it on and off via Quick Settings or configure it to activate automatically based on battery levels.
Changes and Improvements:
- Taskbar & System Tray Enhancements: Quick Settings in the system tray receive performance and responsiveness enhancements. Managing VPNs in Quick Settings is made easier, with improved control for single as well as multiple VPN connections. Additionally, a Wi-Fi Quick Settings flyout refresh button is introduced for network list updates.
- Settings Updates: Notifications for Microsoft accounts have been integrated on the Settings homepage, offering additional security steps and subscription management. Colored backplates from app icons in Settings have been removed for a cleaner visual appearance.
Fixes for Known Issues:
- Resolved issues related to app installation failures, Microsoft Store update checks, crashes in Settings, and File Explorer errors, enhancing overall system stability and performance.
Known Issues:
- Ongoing concerns with game performance on recent Insider Preview builds are noted, and solutions are being actively sought. Additionally, issues with restart options and loading prompts post-Build 26002 installation are being addressed.
Developer Updates:
- The latest Windows Insider SDK and SDK NuGet packages are accessible for .NET and C++ app development, facilitating granular access to SDK components and streamlined integration in development pipelines.
About the Canary Channel:
- The Canary Channel allows previewing platform changes that may require extensive lead time before customer release. Builds in this channel undergo limited validation and documentation due to rapid iteration, with a focus on major system modifications and experimentation for future Windows releases.
The inclusion of Energy Saver, Taskbar enhancements, Settings updates, and issue resolutions in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26002 aims to optimize performance and energy efficiency, providing users with an advanced and refined Windows experience.
Published Date: Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:05:41 +0000.
New Features:
- Energy Saver: This build introduces the Energy Saver feature, enhancing battery life and energy conservation by prioritizing power efficiency over performance. Users can toggle it on and off via Quick Settings or configure it to activate automatically based on battery levels.
Changes and Improvements:
- Taskbar & System Tray Enhancements: Quick Settings in the system tray receive performance and responsiveness enhancements. Managing VPNs in Quick Settings is made easier, with improved control for single as well as multiple VPN connections. Additionally, a Wi-Fi Quick Settings flyout refresh button is introduced for network list updates.
- Settings Updates: Notifications for Microsoft accounts have been integrated on the Settings homepage, offering additional security steps and subscription management. Colored backplates from app icons in Settings have been removed for a cleaner visual appearance.
Fixes for Known Issues:
- Resolved issues related to app installation failures, Microsoft Store update checks, crashes in Settings, and File Explorer errors, enhancing overall system stability and performance.
Known Issues:
- Ongoing concerns with game performance on recent Insider Preview builds are noted, and solutions are being actively sought. Additionally, issues with restart options and loading prompts post-Build 26002 installation are being addressed.
Developer Updates:
- The latest Windows Insider SDK and SDK NuGet packages are accessible for .NET and C++ app development, facilitating granular access to SDK components and streamlined integration in development pipelines.
About the Canary Channel:
- The Canary Channel allows previewing platform changes that may require extensive lead time before customer release. Builds in this channel undergo limited validation and documentation due to rapid iteration, with a focus on major system modifications and experimentation for future Windows releases.
The inclusion of Energy Saver, Taskbar enhancements, Settings updates, and issue resolutions in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26002 aims to optimize performance and energy efficiency, providing users with an advanced and refined Windows experience.
Published Date: Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:05:41 +0000.
