Microsoft confirms Windows 11 26H2, urges IT admins to prepare for release
Microsoft is preparing for the broad release of Windows 11 version 26H2 in the second half of 2026. The update is currently available for testing through the Windows Insider Program. IT administrators are advised to prepare for the rollout.
What changed
The update is now available for Windows Insiders to test.
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Microsoft Opens Windows 11 26H2 Testing for Insiders
confidence 90%Microsoft is preparing for the broad release of Windows 11 version 26H2 in the second half of 2026. The update is currently available for testing through the Windows Insider Program. IT administrators are advised to prepare for the rollout.
What's confirmed:
- Windows 11 version 26H2 is available for testing via the Windows Insider Program.
- Microsoft is urging IT administrators to prepare for the 26H2 release.
- The update will use an enablement package.
- Version 26H2 is expected to roll out broadly in the second half of 2026.
Still unconfirmed:
- Microsoft is force-upgrading all Windows 11 home PCs to 25H2.
- Microsoft released update KB5095093 with new features.
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Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 26H2 as Enablement Package
confidence 100%Microsoft officially confirmed Windows 11 version 26H2, which is scheduled for release in fall 2026. The update will arrive as an enablement package to extend support timelines. IT administrators are urged to begin preparations for the rollout.
What's confirmed:
- Windows 11 version 26H2 is scheduled for release in fall 2026.
- The 26H2 update will be delivered as an enablement package.
- Version 26H2 became available for Windows Insiders in the Experimental channel on June 19, 2026.
- Support for Windows 11 26H2 will extend through October 2028.
- Microsoft is urging IT administrators to prepare for the 26H2 release.
Still unconfirmed:
- The 26H2 update will be 200KB in size.
- The update will kill major feature releases for the second year.