Releasing Windows 11, version 26H2 to the Release Preview Channel

Microsoft has released Windows 11, version 26H2 (Build 26300.9278) to the Release Preview Channel for preview ahead of general availability later this year. The update ships as an enablement package sharing a servicing branch with versions 24H2 and 25H2, meaning most features were already delivered via monthly updates. For commercial customers, it enables previously-off-by-default experiences like Windows settings backup, taskbar app actions, and File Explorer enhancements. Insiders can install via Windows Update's seeker experience, while IT admins can deploy via Windows Update client policies, WSUS, or Azure Marketplace. Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro editions reach end of updates on October 13, 2026, with Enterprise/Education supported until October 12, 2027.

Source: https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2026/08/27/releasing-windows-11-version-26h2-to-the-release-preview-channel. 8 Sync News only summarizes and links out; content copyright belongs to the authors and original sources.