Microsoft has now released the Windows 11 2026 Update, which is also known as Windows 11 version 26H2, for eligible devices running Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2.
Here’s more about it.
Windows 11 Version 26H2 Features, Rollout and Support Details
Starting with File Explorer, the update adds AI actions for supported images, along with the ability to summarise OneDrive and SharePoint documents. Shortcuts for work and school accounts and support for more archive formats have also been added.
Windows Search now comes with previews, automatically indexes frequently used folders, better support for searches with typing errors and partial app names, and clearer result categories.
Also in this update, the Magnifier gets more precise zoom and screen-tint controls, while Narrator receives improvements that include Braille Viewer. Voice Access also gets expanded support for natural-language commands on supported Copilot+ PCs.
Microsoft has also added New Start menu layouts and sizing options, along with additional taskbar positions and a smaller taskbar option with this Windows 11 Version 26H2 update.
The rollout will take place gradually, starting with devices that are not managed by an organisation and have the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” option enabled in Windows Update.
Windows 11 Enterprise and Education editions will receive 36 months of servicing support beginning September 29th, 2026, while Home and Pro editions will receive 24 months of servicing support.
Those waiting for the ISO files can expect them to become available shortly.
Stay tuned for more updates!
