Microsoft rolls out Windows 10 build 21387 to Dev Channel Insiders
May 21, 2021 13:08 EDT with 8 comments
It s been some time since Microsoft has released a new Windows 10 build on its typical Wednesday schedule, and if you were hoping this would be the week we go back to normal, it isn t. Microsoft has released another Friday build, this time being number 21387, and just like the past few releases, this one comes from the co release branch, not rs prerelease.
While we still don t know whether these builds will be part of the next feature update for Windows 10, the fact that they re coming from a release branch does suggest we may be getting closer to a stable build. In fact, there hasn t been a whole lot that s new in each build, and that s the case this week, too. This build only comes with minor changes, such as temporarily disabling Eco mode in Task Manager:
Microsoft releases Windows 10 build 21382 with HDR improvements for Photoshop
May 14, 2021 13:12 EDT with 6 comments
Microsoft has released another weekly build of Windows 10 to Insiders enrolled in the Dev channel, this time bringing the build number up to 21382. As per usual, this build comes from the co release branch, not the rs prerelease branch, and it s part of a future Windows update, not the upcoming version 21H1 that s already available in the Beta and Release Preview channels.
Much like other recent builds, there isn t a whole lot that s new in this release, but there is an improvement that s likely to be welcomed by creative professionals. Apps that use ICC display color profiles will now be able to use the full color gamut of HDR displays and retain color accuracy:
Microsoft invites you to take part in a Windows 10 Bug Bash
Microsoft has announced a new Windows 10 Bug Bash for people taking part in the Insider program. The Bug Bash gives the company a chance to gather more information about problems with the operating system, and gives participants the opportunity to earn rewards.
The Bug Bash is available right now and runs until May 17. Microsoft has set up quests to check various elements of Windows 10 including using Desk Management to check storage, and testing the magnifier tool.
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The aim is to eliminate as many bugs as possible. There are already a handful of quests to take part in, and Microsoft promises that more will be added each day. And the reward you can expect for helping out? Well, don t get too excited it s just another step to earning a new achievement badge.
Microsoft Announces Windows 10 Bug Bash as Version 21H1 Is Almost Here May 13, 2021 11:38 GMT
Windows 10 version 21H1 is coming
Microsoft has officially kicked off a new bug bash for Windows 10 users, as the company is getting ready to take the wraps off a new feature update later this month.
Specifically aimed at Windows insiders, this Bug Bash invites users to try out the latest builds of Windows 10, look for bugs and report them to Microsoft, all by completing various quests as part of the program.
The Bug Bash is projected to come to an end on May 17, so there’s a chance additional bug fixes would be released next week before the rollout of Windows 10 version 21H1 to production devices kicks off in the last days of May.