Windows 11 Preview Build 27951 Released for Canary Insiders
As the Windows Insider program marks its 11th anniversary, Microsoft has unveiled the latest Windows 11 preview build, Build 27951, for its Canary Insiders. To honor this milestone, the update includes two new anniversary-themed wallpapers for users to enjoy. However, this build largely focuses on improvements and bug fixes rather than introducing new features.
Key Updates and Fixes
While exciting new functionalities are missing from this release, it does address several noteworthy issues that enhance overall performance. The update aims to improve input reliability, rectify problems with Windows Hello PIN authentication, and resolve crashes affecting the Settings app when navigating to drive information in System > Storage.
Changelog Overview
Below are the details of general enhancements and specific fixes implemented in this build:
- General Enhancements
- This update includes a small but significant set of improvements that enrich the overall experience for Insiders utilizing this build on their PCs.
Specific Fixes
The following issues have been addressed:
- Input Issues
- Resolved an issue that affected the reliability of touch keyboard launch in the latest Canary builds.
- Windows Hello
- Fixed a problem for certain devices where the Windows Hello PIN would fail after upgrading to the newest Canary builds, requiring users to reconfigure it.
- Settings App
- Addressed a crash in the Settings app when users attempted to access drive information under Settings > System > Storage. This issue also interrupted the drive properties dialog accessed via right-clicking in File Explorer.
Known Issues
As with any preview build, some known issues persist:
- Start Menu
- Users with the redesigned Start menu may experience unexpected scrolling to the top.
- Power and Battery Concerns
- Investigations are ongoing regarding reports that sleep and shutdown functionalities may not work correctly for some Insiders following the latest Canary builds.
Further Information
To learn more about this release, you can view the official announcement in the blog post here.
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