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Published onFebruary 8, 2024
published onFebruary 8, 2024
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The new build to the Dev, and Canary channel,26052, released by Microsoft earlier today, introduced many new features to the operating system. First of all, insiders will be able to easily switch between the channels for a while, as both channels received the same build.
But, Dev and Canary users will now be able to test their microphones in different modes through Windows 11’s newest audio mic test utility that can be accessed in Settings.
The test will provide multiple situations to make sure the microphone is good and ready to go. It would not only save users a lot of time, but it will be quite useful in situations where you have to make sure everything functions properly, like live events, or webinars. Here’s what Microsoft has to say about it:
Windows now offers a convenient way to test the difference between Default and Communication mode audio. This new utility can be found under the microphone properties viaSettings > System > Sound. You can select the mode and record/listen to audio in both modes, allowing you to easily compare audio processing modes for applications built for the Windows ecosystem. Some audio drivers come with special audio effects for communications, and the toggle lets users hear how audio captured in your microphone sounds when recorded by a communications application versus a non-communications application. It’s important to note that the utility is for testing purposes only and will not affect the actual mode of the audio.
The latest build to the Dev and Canary channel also addedmajor improvementsfor hearing-impaired customers, allowing them to easily set up their hearing aid devices.
You can read the full blog posthere.
More about the topics:Windows 11,Windows Update
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