Microsoft is working on new features for Windows 11, including a new network speed test, which you can find on your taskbar.
This tool is included in an update rolling out to Windows 11 Insiders on the Release Preview Channel. It allows users to right-click on the network icon in the notification area to access a speed test option that opens in their default browser. From there, they can check how fast their connection is over Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or cellular data.
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Microsoft started testing this feature last year and it could offer a convenient alternative to checking speed while avoiding navigating to third-party websites.
Windows 11: Network speed test and other improvements
Additionally, there's a new option camera settings coming to the Settings. Users will be able to control pan and tilt for supported cameras (though Microsoft doesn't mention which devices work with the new feature).
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Microsoft is also adding new emoji to Windows 11, a Widget settings menu, and the ability to set .webp files as your desktop background.
You can see the update via the Release Preview Channel. It is now rolling out for Windows 11 versions 24H2 (Build 26100) and 25H2 (Build 26200).
User experience improvement
The addition of these new features to Windows 11 demonstrates Microsoft's ongoing commitment to improving the user experienceby offering more choices and convenience to its users. The built-in network speed test is particularly useful for those who need quick and easy access to their connection status, without having to resort to external applications or websites.
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This feature can prove valuable for professionals who rely on network speed for their work.
The addition of new emoji and the ability to customize the desktop background with .webp files offers additional personalization options, something that Windows 11 users will particularly appreciate. Microsoft continues to evolve its operating system, taking into account the needs and desires of its users, which is evident in the constant updates and improvements it offers.
