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Microsoft puts final touches on a gaming keyboard that's a godsend for the ASUS ROG Ally and other gaming handhelds
By Sean Endicott published
Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel can now try a new Gamepad keyboard.

It's time for Insiders to update Windows 11 if they want to try the latest clock app and version of the Microsoft Store
By Sean Endicott published
update time! Windows Insiders can now try an improved Microsoft Store and Clock app. Those in the Canary Channel also have a new Windows 11 build to install.

Celebrate 10 years of the Windows Insider program with two Windows 11 builds and a hidden feature
By Sean Endicott published
The Windows Insider Program hit a major milestone recently.

Upcoming Windows 11 update will let you silence another type of notification
By Sean Endicott published
Mute! Microsoft shipped a new Windows 11 Build to Insiders in the Beta Channel recently. The update adds the option to hide a specific suggestion that can appear when using apps.

I never knew I needed this Windows 11 keyboard shortcut until Microsoft started testing it with Insiders
By Sean Endicott published
moving around You can now jump to apps in the taskbar by pressing a letter on your keyboard, as long as you're on the latest Dev Channel Insider build of Windows 11.

Gamers rejoice! Windows 11 will soon let you keep HDR off for games, but have it enabled for streaming videos.
By Sean Endicott published
maximum power! Windows Insiders can test an option that gives greater control of which content is in HDR.

Massive Windows 11 update ships to Insiders in its last stop before rolling out to everyone
By Sean Endicott published
Windows Insiders can test a ton of new features that are likely on the way to everyone this autumn.

Is this a handy new feature or another Windows 11 ad?
By Sean Endicott published
You decide Windows Insiders will now see suggested content within the search section of the Microsoft Store, but is that a helpful tool or another Windows 11 ad?

Microsoft begins testing more simplified Windows 11 Taskbar with improved animations and keyboard shortcuts
By Zac Bowden published
Improvements A new Windows 11 preview build is now available for Insiders in the Beta Channel that introduces several interesting improvements to the Taskbar.
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