When Will My PC Get Windows 11 Update?

Jun. 25, 2021

Microsoftannounced Windows 11at its event last night, and you might be wondering if you can install Windows 11 on your PC right away. If the answer is yes, when will you be able to get your hands on all the cool new Windows 11 features? That’s exactly what we will be clarifying in this article.

Before we begin, it’s worth mentioning that you cango through the official system requirements for Windows 11orcheck if your PC can run Windows 11through the new PC Health Check app. If your PC is eligible, here’s when you will get the Windows 11 update.

Microsoft has revealed that itwill release the first Insider Preview build for Windows 11 next week. If you are interested in getting an early taste of Windows 11, sign up for the Insider program from “Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Insider Program”right away. Having said that, proceed with caution as you may run into bugs and crashes since it is not entirely stable. We suggest you install the preview build on a secondary PC.

If your PC meets the hardware requirements, you will get the Insider build as soon as Microsoft rolls it out. In addition, Microsoft willlet users test Windows 11 even if their system doesn’t meet the minimum requirements, as long as the user is already in the Dev Channel. However, these users are likely to face more random issues here and there.Image Courtesy: Microsoft

More importantly, this rollout is limited to Windows 11 Insider builds. Microsoft will not roll out the stable Windows 11 to devices that don’t meet the minimum specification requirements. While you can test Windows 11 on your outdated PC, you will no longer receive updates when the stable Windows 11 build is out. Hence, you will have to move back to Windows 10 after the initial testing phase.

And for those planning to purchase new Windows PCs, Microsoft’s Chief Product Officer Panos Panaysaysthat the company has partnered with Dell, HP, Lenovo, Samsung, Surface, and other brands to ensure that most PCs or laptops you buy today are ready for Windows 11. Microsoft recommends looking for PCs that indicate they areeligible for the free upgradeor check with your retailer to be sure. You can always use the PC Health check app to ensure eligibility.

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Subin writes about consumer tech, software, and security. He secretly misses the headphone jack while pretending he’s better off with the wireless freedom.