Windows 11 Insider Build 25206 adds option to use Dynamic Refresh Rate on external displays

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What you need to know

Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel have a new build to install. Microsoft just shipped an update that brings systems toWindows Insider Preview Build 25206. There are a few notable changes in the update, including the ability to use Dynamic Refresh Rate on an external display. It also changes how SMB authentication is handled and includes a long list of fixes and improvements.

Microsoft shared a TL;DR list of highlights for the build in itsrelease notes:

Several other changes and improvements shipped with the update, including the option to use Dynamic Refresh Rate on external displays. The feature saves power by changing the refresh rate of a display based on which content is on the screen.

Windows 11 Build 25206 changes and improvements:

General

Graphics

File Explorer

Input

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