Over the weekend, Microsoft rolled out new beta versions of Windows 11 to members in the Windows Insider Program.
The biggest new feature in Build 26220.8148 (Beta Channel) and Build 26300.8155 (Dev Channel) is built-in support for haptic feedback for “compatible input devices,” meaning you’ll feel subtle vibration cues when performing certain actions like aligning objects in PowerPoint, window snapping, resizing, or hovering over the Close button.
You’ll be able to tweak or disable these haptic responses in Windows Settings under Bluetooth & devices > Mouse > Haptic signals. If you’re in the Insider Program, Microsoft is actively seeking feedback—do so for this feature in the Feedback Hub under Input and Language > Mouse.
This Insider preview update also includes other improvements, like an improved “first run experience” with the new Xbox mode and improved startup app launch performance.
The final version of this update will be released later this spring.
