Windows 10: Windows 11 Beta Update Adds Emoji 16.0 and New Camera Controls

Windows Insider Program testers now have access to Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7755 (KB5077201), which began rolling out to the Beta Channel on February 9, 2026. The update is based on Windows 11 version 25H2 and is delivered through an enablement package.

As with recent Beta builds, features are divided into two categories: those gradually rolling out to users who have enabled the “get the latest updates as they are available” toggle, and changes that will eventually reach everyone in the channel.

Emoji 16.0 Begins Rolling Out




One of the most visible additions in this build is the return of Emoji 16.0, which is now being reintroduced to Insiders after earlier testing.

The new emoji set is intentionally small but broad, with one new symbol representing each major emoji category. The additions include a tired-looking face with bags under the eyes, a fingerprint, a root vegetable, a leafless tree, a harp, a shovel, and a splatter icon. Once enabled, these emojis appear directly in the Windows emoji panel.

Microsoft is encouraging testers to share feedback on the updated emoji experience through the Feedback Hub under the Emoji panel category.

New Pan and Tilt Controls for Supported Cameras


This build also expands camera management options in Windows 11. Users can now directly adjust pan and tilt settings from within the Settings app.

The new controls are located under Settings > Devices & drivers > Cameras, within the “Basic settings” section for supported cameras. This update removes the need for manufacturer-specific software for basic camera positioning and gives users more centralized control.

Feedback on these new camera options can be submitted through the Feedback Hub under Device Camera or Webcams.

Visual and Performance Improvements


In addition to new features, Microsoft has introduced several improvements that focus on polish and responsiveness. These include smoother visuals and better performance in scenarios such as using an auto-hiding taskbar, interacting with desktop icons that previously flickered, and handling Windows Security credential prompts.

While these changes are less noticeable than new features, they address long-standing annoyances reported by testers.

What Beta Channel Users Should Know


Build 26220.7755 is part of a controlled feature rollout, meaning not all Insiders will see every feature immediately. Microsoft gradually expands access as it monitors and receives feedback from the early access users.

Users who want early access to features can enable the latest updates toggle in Windows Update settings, while others will receive features later as they become more stable. Microsoft also notes that some features tested in Insider builds may never ship publicly, may change significantly, or may be replaced entirely.

Localization for certain features may still be incomplete, and users who encounter translation or language issues are encouraged to report them.

Looking Ahead


This Beta build continues Microsoft’s approach to refining Windows 11 ahead of future releases. Insiders can check Flight Hub for a full breakdown of which builds are currently active across Insider channels.

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How to change Windows 11 default emojis?

Windows 11 emojis are stored as a system font file named "Segoe UI Emoji" in the Windows Fonts folder. To modify these emojis, you'll need to replace this font file with a new one. Here's how to do it:

1. The emoji font is located at: C:\Windows\Fonts\seguiemj.ttf
   
2. This file contains the Segoe UI Emoji font used by Windows
   

1. Press Win + R, type "regedit" and press Enter to open the Registry Editor
   
2. Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Fonts
   
3. Find and delete the "Segoe UI Emoji" entry
   

1. Download your preferred emoji font (must be a COLR/CPAL-based OpenType font)
   
2. Rename the new font file to "Segoe UI Emoji" using a tool like Typograf
   
3. Right-click the renamed font file, choose "Show more options" > "Install for all users"
   
4. Restart your computer to apply the changes
   

You can also use the Windows 10 emoji set in Windows 11:

1. Download the Windows 10 emoji font from a trusted source
   
2. Follow steps 1-3 from the "Changing the Emoji Font" section
   
3. Install the Windows 10 emoji font file for all users
   

• Press Win + . (period) or Win + ; (semicolon) to open the emoji panel
  
• Use this panel to insert emojis in supported applications
  

• Some applications may not support all types of emojis
  
• Changing system files can potentially cause issues, so proceed with caution
  
• Always backup important data before making system changes
  

By following these steps, you can successfully update, add to, or change the emojis on your Windows 11 system.

 

phone link - remove offensive emojis - add emojis

Hi mpjbay,

I'm Rodrigo and I will help you.

The Emojis you see on Phone Link are the Emojis available on the Windows 11 system. Unfortunately, the country flags are not available and there is not any option to add and/or remove Emojis from the system.

I recommend you send a suggestion on the Feedback Hub about the non-present Emojis, you can find the Feedback Hub on the Start Menu or by pressing the shortcut Windows + F.

 

Intel Updates Core 2 Quad Q9550 to E-0 Stepping

We continue our Monday news list with another Intel story that brings to our attention information concerning the company and more specificly its 2.83GHz Core 2 Quad Q9550 chips that will move from the current C-1 to the newer E-0 stepping. The updated chips will start selling on August 22nd, featuring the following changes:

• New SSpec and MM numbers for the converting products
• CPUID will change from 0x10677 to 0x1067A
• Package change to Halide free package

Apart from that, the new stepping CPUs will not include any other changes. Of course, like most new stepping parts a BIOS update will be needed.


Product Change Notification 108663 - 00

Source: TechConnect Magazine