Windows 11 build 27951 is now available for testers in the Canary channel, coinciding with the 11th anniversary of the Windows Insider program. Microsoft has introduced several fixes as well as new wallpapers to celebrate over a decade of existence.
Windows 11 continues to make progress as support for Windows 10 has officially ended, albeit with some final updates. It’s now the current operating system from Microsoft that is receiving all the focus.
Windows 11 Build 27951 Fixes Several Major Bugs
The firm from Redmond is preparing a significant redesign of the Start menu but is also using updates to address bugs. There have been quite a few bugs within Windows 11 that have frustrated users. Recently, issues arose with keyboards and mice that stopped working in the Windows recovery environment until a fix was deployed.
As for build 27951, it includes multiple bug fixes. One of the addressed issues was the PIN authentication via Windows Hello, which was not always functional for some users. They had no option but to reconfigure their credentials after each update, a very annoying situation. Similarly, the Settings app crashed when users attempted to view disk information through System > Storage. This problem has now been resolved.
It’s worth noting that this same bug impacted the Properties window, accessible via right-clicking on a drive in File Explorer. Microsoft has resolved these issues that disrupted user experience.
However, Windows 11 Still Suffers From Other Uncorrected Bugs
However, Microsoft’s change log remains quite brief. “This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes that enhance the overall experience for insiders running this build on their PC,” Microsoft explains. The details are limited to the three bugs mentioned previously, which are now fixed.
Nonetheless, two bugs remain unaddressed. The new Start menu sometimes scrolls to the top of the list on its own, disrupting navigation and forcing affected users to scroll back down to their desired location. More worryingly, the sleep and shut down options have become unresponsive for some testers since the last Canary builds. Microsoft acknowledges the issue and is investigating user reports in preparation for a fix.
In summary, build 27951 does not introduce any groundbreaking changes but instead focuses on refining Windows 11. Microsoft’s teams are working to provide a stable operating system in response to criticism, particularly as Windows 10 remains more popular within the community.
Source: Neowin
