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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1863 (Canary Channel)
Windows BlogApr 17

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1863 (Canary Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1863 to the Canary Channel. (KB 5083725) What’s new in Canary Build 28020.1863 Changes and Improvements g The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1863 (Canary Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29570.1000
Windows BlogApr 17

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29570.1000

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows Insider Preview Build 29570.1000 to the Windows 11 Insider Canary Channel on the optional 29500 build series. What’s new in Canary Build 29570.1000 Change The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29570.1000 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.8313 and 26200.8313 to the Release Preview Channel
Windows BlogApr 17

Releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.8313 and 26200.8313 to the Release Preview Channel

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.8313 and 26200.8313 (KB5083631) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, versions 24H2 (Build 26100) and 25H2 (Build 26200). This update is available The post Releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.8313 and 26200.8313 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8271 (Beta Channel)
Windows BlogApr 17

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8271 (Beta Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8271 (KB 5083728) to the Beta Channel. Changes in Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, and improvements (i The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8271 (Beta Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8276 (Dev Channel)
Windows BlogApr 17

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8276 (Dev Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8276 (KB 5083726) to the Dev Channel. Changes in Dev Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, and improvements (inc The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8276 (Dev Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Xbox gives PC gaming fans a first look at Metro 2039
Windows BlogApr 16

Xbox gives PC gaming fans a first look at Metro 2039

Fans of the Metro series from 4A Games can check out a recap of a recent broadcast from Xbox First Look on the latest title in that storyline: Metro 2039, due to be released this winter. “Like the previous games in the series, it will be a story-d The post Xbox gives PC gaming fans a first look at Metro 2039 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Introducing the ultimate college bundle: built for student life
Windows BlogApr 15

Introducing the ultimate college bundle: built for student life

College life is full in every sense of the word. Full schedules, full inboxes, full expectations. The pressure to keep up, stay productive and always be “on” is real. Windows is making it even easier to get ready for everything college brings – The post Introducing the ultimate college bundle: built for student life appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1812 (Canary Channel)
Windows BlogApr 10

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1812 (Canary Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1812 to the Canary Channel. (KB 5083824) What’s new in Canary Build 28020.1812 Changes and Improvements g The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1812 (Canary Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29565.1000
Windows BlogApr 10

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29565.1000

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows Insider Preview Build 29565.1000 to the Windows 11 Insider Canary Channel on the optional 29500 build series. What’s new in Canary Build 29565.1000 Change The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29565.1000 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8170 (Dev Channel)
Windows BlogApr 10

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8170 (Dev Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8170 (KB 5083632) to the Dev Channel. Changes in Dev Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, and improvements (inc The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8170 (Dev Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8165 (Beta Channel)
Windows BlogApr 10

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8165 (Beta Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8165 (KB 5083635) to the Beta Channel. Changes in Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, and improvements (i The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8165 (Beta Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Improving your Windows Insider experience
Windows BlogApr 10

Improving your Windows Insider experience

Hello Windows Insiders, Last month, Pavan shared our commitment to improving Windows quality, with a focus on performance, reliability and craft, i The post Improving your Windows Insider experience appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Kiln Open Beta Throwdown is underway on Steam, sign up through April 11
Windows BlogApr 9

Kiln Open Beta Throwdown is underway on Steam, sign up through April 11

Double Fine’s pottery brawler, Ki The post Kiln Open Beta Throwdown is underway on Steam, sign up through April 11 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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You’re invited. Windows Insiders meetups are back
Windows BlogApr 8

You’re invited. Windows Insiders meetups are back

Hi Insiders, It’s Marcus. I lead Design and Research across Windows & Devices, everything from Windows and Windows Cloud to user experience research, and the industrial design behind Surface and Xbox. What I love most about this role is the e The post You’re invited. Windows Insiders meetups are back appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Forza Horizon 6: Most explorable adventure yet
Windows BlogApr 8

Forza Horizon 6: Most explorable adventure yet

If you’ve ever wanted to visit Japan, you will be able do so virtually through Forza Horizon 6, where you’re a festival tourist. If you love travel and driving, this game may be a good way to combine both. You’ll get a feel for how vehicles h The post Forza Horizon 6: Most explorable adventure yet appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1803 (Canary Channel)
Windows BlogApr 3

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1803 (Canary Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1803 to the Canary Channel. (KB 5083824) What’s new in Canary Build 28020.1803 Changes and Improvements g The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1803 (Canary Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29560.1000
Windows BlogApr 3

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29560.1000

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows Insider Preview Build 29560.1000 to the Windows 11 Insider Canary Channel on the optional 29500 build series. What’s new in Canary Build 29560.1000 Change The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29560.1000 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8155 (Dev Channel)
Windows BlogApr 3

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8155 (Dev Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8155 (KB 5083822) to the Dev Channel. Changes in Dev Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, and improvements (inc The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8155 (Dev Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8148 (Beta Channel)
Windows BlogApr 3

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8148 (Beta Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8148 (KB 5083825) to the Beta Channel. Changes in Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, and improvements (i The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8148 (Beta Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Part 3 – Babylon.js 9.0: OpenPBR and additional engine updates
Windows BlogApr 2

Part 3 – Babylon.js 9.0: OpenPBR and additional engine updates

Babylon.js 9.0 introduces several enhancements to help developers build beautiful, high-performance 3D experiences. OpenPBR Support - Alpha Babylon.js 9.0 begins implementation of The post Part 3 – Babylon.js 9.0: OpenPBR and additional engine updates appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29558.1000
Windows BlogMar 30

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29558.1000

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows Insider Preview Build 29558.1000 to the Windows 11 Insider Canary Channel on the optional 29500 build series. What’s new in Canary Build 29558.1000 Change The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29558.1000 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1797 (Canary Channel)
Windows BlogMar 30

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1797 (Canary Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1797 to the Canary Channel. (KB 5079490) What’s new in Canary Build 28020.1797 Changes and Improvements g The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1797 (Canary Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8142 (Dev Channel)
Windows BlogMar 30

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8142 (Dev Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8142 (KB 5079492 The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8142 (Dev Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Part 2 – Babylon.js 9.0: Tooling updates and new geospatial features
Windows BlogMar 30

Part 2 – Babylon.js 9.0: Tooling updates and new geospatial features

Our mission is to create one of the most powerful, beautiful and accessible web rendering engines in the world. With Babylon.js 9.0, we’re delivering a major set of enhancements to help you build stunning experiences. Babylon.js Editor The post Part 2 – Babylon.js 9.0: Tooling updates and new geospatial features appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8138 (Beta Channel)
Windows BlogMar 30

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8138 (Beta Channel)

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8138 (KB 5079491 The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8138 (Beta Channel) appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Babylon.js 9.0
Windows BlogMar 26

Announcing Babylon.js 9.0

Our mission is to build one of the most powerful, beautiful, simple and open web rendering engines in the world. Today, we are thrilled to announce that mission takes a monumental leap forward with the release of Babylon.js 9.0. https://www.youtube. The post Announcing Babylon.js 9.0 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Xbox Partner Preview highlights upcoming games
Windows BlogMar 26

Xbox Partner Preview highlights upcoming games

With the latest installment of the Xbox Partner Preview, players got up close to 19 games, 14 of which will be playable day one with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Fans of PC games will see a lot of favorites, along with new titles. The broadcast kicked o The post Xbox Partner Preview highlights upcoming games appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Protect your enterprise from shadow AI and more: Announcements at RSAC 2026
Windows BlogMar 23

Protect your enterprise from shadow AI and more: Announcements at RSAC 2026

AI has changed how—and where—work happens. Many of today's security risks occur inside the browser, where traditional controls can fall short. At RSAC 2026, we're highlighting strengthened Edge for Business capabilities designed to secure AI usag The post Protect your enterprise from shadow AI and more: Announcements at RSAC 2026 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Our commitment to Windows quality
Windows BlogMar 20

Our commitment to Windows quality

Hello Windows Insiders, I want to speak to you directly, as an engineer who has spent his career building technology that people depend on every day. Windows touches more people's lives than almost any technology on Earth. Every day, we hear from th The post Our commitment to Windows quality appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29553.1000
Windows BlogMar 20

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29553.1000

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows Insider Preview Build 29553.1000 to the Windows 11 Insider Canary Channel on the optional 29500 build series. What’s new in Canary Build 29553.1000 Change The post Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build for Canary Channel 29553.1000 appeared first on Windows Blog.

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Windows 11 24H2 Update Brings AI-Powered File Explorer and Snap Layouts

The latest Windows 11 24H2 update introduces Copilot-powered file search, smart folder suggestions in File Explorer, and enhanced Snap Layouts with AI-based window arrangement recommendations.

March 30, 20264 min read
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Windows 12 Preview Build Leaks Reveal Modular OS Architecture

Leaked preview builds of Windows 12 reveal a modular architecture codenamed 'CorePC', allowing Microsoft to ship lightweight versions for ARM devices and IoT scenarios alongside the full desktop experience.

March 26, 20264 min read
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WindowsNEW

Windows 11 Dev Drive Performance Gains Measured at 35% for Build Tasks

Independent benchmarks confirm that Dev Drive on Windows 11 delivers up to 35% faster build times for large codebases in Node.js, .NET, and Java projects compared to standard NTFS volumes.

March 22, 20263 min read
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WindowsNEW

Windows Subsystem for Linux Gets Native GPU Passthrough for AI Development

WSL 2 now supports native GPU passthrough for NVIDIA and AMD GPUs, enabling data scientists to train machine learning models on Linux frameworks without leaving Windows.

March 18, 20264 min read
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WindowsNEW

Windows 11 Paint Gets Generative AI Features Powered by DALL-E 3

Microsoft Paint on Windows 11 now includes Cocreator, a generative AI feature powered by DALL-E 3 that creates images from text prompts and transforms sketches into polished artwork.

March 14, 20263 min read
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