Windows 11 Insider Preview: Speedy Machine Recovery Headlines Latest Beta Build
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4230 (KB5058506) to the Beta channel, introducing a suite of enhancements, fixes, and a standout feature: Quick machine Recovery. This update promises to streamline the recovery process for users encountering unbootable systems.
Did you know? The Windows Insider Program allows users to test pre-release versions of Windows, providing valuable feedback to Microsoft before features are officially launched.
Quick machine Recovery: A Safety Net for Unbootable Systems
The highlight of Build 26120.4230 is undoubtedly Quick Machine Recovery. This feature aims to automatically apply repairs directly from Microsoft when Windows encounters issues that prevent it from booting. The goal is to resolve problems without requiring manual intervention from the user.
To activate Quick Machine Recovery, navigate to the System > Recovery section within the Settings app and toggle the feature to “On.” This page also allows users to customize settings such as enabling or disabling automatic repair searches, adjusting search frequency, and specifying restart timing.
Pro Tip: Regularly check your Quick Machine Recovery settings to ensure they align with your preferences for automated system maintenance.
For IT administrators managing multiple devices, Quick Machine Recovery settings can be configured for groups of devices via Intune’s configuration catalog. This capability is designed to improve response efficiency during large-scale system failures within organizations.
Beyond Recovery: Additional Features in Build 26120.4230
The latest build extends beyond just system recovery,incorporating several other notable features and improvements.
Copilot+ PC Enhancements
- Expanded multilingual support for the “Click to Do” feature, now including intelligent text manipulation in German, Italian, and Portuguese.
- Reintroduction of “rewrite” and “Refine” options in French and Spanish.
Phone Link Updates
- Android device notifications are now grouped by app in the Start menu for improved organization.
- Screen mirroring of Android devices can be initiated with a single click from the Start menu.
- iPhone users can access recently synced photos from the Start menu via the iCloud app.
Device Card in Settings
A new “Device Card” has been added to the home screen of the Settings app, providing a quick overview of key PC specifications and usage statistics, such as processor, memory, and storage capacity. Currently,the device Card is exclusively available to users in the United States.
reader Question: What other system details would you like to see displayed on the Device Card in the Settings app?
Bug Fixes and Availability
Build 26120.4230 also incorporates fixes for numerous known issues. Some changes will only be accessible if the “Get the latest updates as soon as they become available” toggle is enabled within Windows Update settings.
