Microsoft to drip-feed Windows 11 2026 updates with speed boosts and a movable taskbar

Microsoft says Windows 11’s 2026 update will roll out in monthly, wave-based releases via the Insider program and optional previews before standard Patch Tuesday updates. The rollout uses a Control Feature Rollout approach, so features like a movable taskbar, reduced Copilot presence, more update control, faster File Explorer, and improved Widgets will appear first in Insider builds and optional previews, then in stable updates. Planned improvements aim for lower RAM usage, faster responsiveness, better search, improved driver and device reliability, and a calmer, more consistent user experience. Non‑Insiders will see changes only after testing and through regular updates.