Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 20170 is out (but not for AMD)

Posted on Thursday, July 16 2020 @ 13:05 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

Microsoft issued Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 20170 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. Interestingly, this build isn't offered to systems with AMD processors. Microsoft says there's a bug that impacts "overall usability". This problem should be fixed for the next preview build.

Among other things, this build introduces a new Sound settings menu, Microsoft Launcher v6, enhancements for search from the taskbar, and some bug fixes.

Improving your Sound Settings experience
Last week we mentioned we were planning on bringing more Control Panel capabilities forward into Settings, and here’s another one – we’re updating Settings > System > Sound > Manage sound devices to now let you know which device is default, and if not, enable you to set it as your default device or default communication device.

We’ve also updated the volume mixer to include a link to the per app audio settings, which you can use to redirect audio endpoints per app.

There is more work on the way in this area – stay tuned!

Full details about what's new in this preview build can be read at Microsoft's blog.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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