This Wednesday (8), Microsoft released a new version of Windows 11 on its Developer Channel, part of the Windows Insider program, Build number “22518”, introduced a number of new features to the platform, including visual changes, new features, and bug fixes in various operating system environments.
Windows 11 even more beautiful
standing out in terms of beautyThe new build brings “Spotlight Collections” to the Windows 11 desktop, allowing users to automate the customization of their wallpapers. The resource for the platform’s lock screen works as its “counterpart”, being updated daily with up to five images of different themes – in addition to offering information and trivia about the topics displayed.
Spotlight Collections, already available on Windows 10, has arrived for Windows 11. (Source: PureInfotech/Reproduction)Source: pureinfotech
Users interested in the new look can activate the feature through the section “Background Screen”, found by right-clicking on the desktop and selecting Options “Personalized”, Next, just choose the available related function “Customize Your Background”,
More Highlights for Widgets
Another experimental change, perhaps not much desired, is the relocation of the widget access icon, which is now represented by a small summary of the regional weather forecast and is located on the left side of the taskbar. Previously, the resource was placed next to the icon start menu, more discreet and with minimal appearance.
New experimental status for widgets on Windows 11. (Source: Microsoft / Reproduction)Source: Microsoft
voice access
Although it is only available in English, as of now, the unprecedented feature “Access by Voice” promises significant progress in terms of accessibility. The new feature allows users to navigate Windows 11 using a wider range of voice commands, including application management, web browsing, emailing and more — see the full list click here,
There is still no provision for compatibility for other languages.
Tab by Numbering Method for Voice Access in Windows 11. (Source: Microsoft / Reproduction)Source: Microsoft
Availability and other changes
In addition to new features, the update also introduces bug fixes and identifies several other user-reported issues that can be checked. on this link, Those interested in the news can try them out now via the Windows Insider Developers Channel or wait for them to arrive until more stable versions of Windows 11 — which shouldn’t be long.