Windows 11 will finally let insiders rip CDs through Media Player

Microsoft rolled out app updates to Insiders on Windows 11, including adding the ability to rip CDs through Media Player.

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What you need to know

In addition to theWindows 11 buildthat recently rolled out to the Dev Channel, Insiders have some app updates to grab. Microsoft released updates for the Camera app, Media Player, and Movies & TV app earlier this week. The latest versions of each application are available for Insiders in the Dev Channel.

The Windows 11 Camera app has a refreshed look that aligns with Windows 11. It also gained support for scanning QR codes and barcodes with the bump to version 2022.2206.2.0.

Microsoft added the ability to play CDs through the Media Player app back in March. Now, the app also supports ripping content from CDs. This is a niche feature, but one that will be welcomed by people looking to digitize their collection of discs. The Media Player works with the AAC, WMA, FLAC, and ALAC formats.

The built-in Movies & TV app gained the following features in the jump to version 10.22061, asoutlined by Microsoft:

While none of the changes are massive, they should add up to an overall better media experience on Windows 11. The updates are available through the Dev Channel now and will likely make their way through to other channels in the future.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.