Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 24H2 to testers in the Release Preview Channel, confirming that it is in the final stages of testing.
"Today, we are making this year’s annual feature update Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100.712) available in the Release Preview Channel for customers to preview ahead of general availability later this calendar year," Microsoft revealed in a recent blog post.
Windows 11 24H2 Build 26100.712 is the third big feature update for the operating system after 22H2. Unlike Windows 11 23H2, which was a minor update, Windows 11 24H2 is a significant release with tons of new features.
This update includes HDR background support, an energy saver mode, Sudo for Windows, integration of Rust in the Windows kernel, Wi-Fi 7 support, and improved voice clarity.
Additionally, users will see a scrollable quick settings flyout from the taskbar, the ability to create 7-zip and TAR archives directly in File Explorer, and enhanced Bluetooth Low Energy Audio device connectivity.
"Commercial customers enrolled in the Windows Insider Program for Business can begin validating Windows 11, version 24H2 on PCs in their organizations," the company said.
"For these customers, the Windows 11, version 24H2 feature update is available through Windows Update for Business (WUfB) and Windows Server Update Service (WSUS)."
How to get Windows 11 24H2
To install Windows 11 24H2, you can join the Windows Insider Program > Release Preview channel and manually check for updates:
- Open Settings from the Start menu.
- Select Windows Update in the left-hand menu.
- Click on Windows Insider Program.
- Click Get started, sign in with your Microsoft account, and select "Release Preview Channel".
- Go back to Windows Update and click "Check for updates".
- You will be prompted whether you wish to download the Windows 11 24H2, which you should click on Download.
Windows 11 24H2 downloading in Windows Update
Source: BleepingComputer
It is worth noting that you won't get new features like Recall AI, which requires a PC with a Snapdragon X chip.
However, Microsoft is updating the Copilot app on Windows, allowing users to resize, move, and snap the Copilot window,
Comments
sadsteve - 5 months ago
Heh, I always wait a month or 2 before I install one of the big updates so there's no way I'd be installing this Release Preview.
Andacar - 5 months ago
Any word if they will be fixing some of the stuff in File Explorer that was broken in previous releases? Like large icons or being able to drag a folder to the next highest level through the Address bar?
Computerdave911 - 5 months ago
just did cleaninstall of 24h2 release preview iso from ms site,, my computer does not support modern standby,, windows 11 home, yet after setup it started encrypting my device automatically , i checked and device encryption was on, turned it off, now decrypting, no thanks dont need slot computer , 23h2 did not do this so this is New. ugh.
Knight_of_BAAWA - 5 months ago
Yes, 24H2 will encrypt by default.
southerndoc - 5 months ago
Those who use WireGuard 0.5.3 to connect should be very cautious installing this update. It borked my connectivity (tunnel will establish itself, but traffic won't pass through the tunnel). Even uninstalling 24H2 and restoring to a time before this install didn't fix it. 24H2 must change something with network connectivity that is incompatible and cannot be reversed.
Hopefully WireGuard and/or Microsoft fix it soon. I had a successful WireGuard setup for >1.5 years without any issues at all. As soon as my computer rebooted from the 24H2 update, it no longer works.