Windows 11 Beta Channel Release Date and What's New

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22000.100 to everyone in the Dev Channel, marking a significant milestone in the development of the new operating system. This latest build brings several improvements and changes that Insiders can look forward to.

One notable update is the redesigned Taskbar notification system. In Windows 11, when an app requires attention due to background activity, the app icon will flash on the Taskbar to grab your attention. However, this flashing has been updated with a calming treatment to minimize distractions. You can also access Focus assist settings directly from Notification Center.

Another update is the hidden icons flyout on the Taskbar, which has been updated with new Windows 11 visuals. Additionally, Insiders in the Dev Channel will start seeing Chat from Microsoft Teams rolling out to them soon.

If you're new to the Windows Insider Program and flighting of OS updates, be sure to check out this article for a detailed explanation of how it works. If you're currently in the Dev Channel, consider switching to the Beta Channel if you want to stay on more stabilized builds of Windows 11. Note that Insiders in the Beta Channel will not have access to Chat from Microsoft Teams.

The latest build also includes several new known issues discovered by Insiders since the last release. As always, be sure to check out the list of known issues in the blog post below for anything that could impact your experience on your PC.

In related news, Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22000.100 is now available to Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel. To get started with the new build, be sure to check out this blog post from June 28th, which highlights all the new features and improvements in Windows 11. As always, your feedback is invaluable, so be sure to share your thoughts on what you like (or don't like) about the latest build.

With the release of Build 22000.100 to both the Dev Channel and Beta Channel, Microsoft is one step closer to delivering a stable and feature-rich Windows 11 experience to all users.

Windows 11 beta channel release date