Windows 11 2026 Update released, here's everything you need to know

Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows 11 2026 Update (26H2) to everyone, and while it's this year's big annual feature update, you probably won't notice a massive difference after installing it.

That's because Windows 11 24H2, 25H2, and 26H2 are all based on the same servicing branch, and Microsoft has already been gradually shipping most of the new features through monthly Windows Updates.

"Windows 11, version 26H2 uses the same shared servicing model as recent releases available annually in the second half of the calendar year. Supported devices get this feature update as a small enablement package instead of a full OS replacement," Microsoft explained.

This is particularly good news if you're already on Windows 11 24H2 or 25H2 because 26H2 installs more like a regular monthly cumulative update than one of the massive Windows feature updates we had in the past.