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Microsoft Offers New Preview Update for Windows Subsystem For Android

Microsoft's latest update for its Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) Preview Program brings general reliability improvements and a fix for the gamepad triggers reversal glitch.

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has announced a fresh preview update for its Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA). Version 2310.40000.0.0 is now accessible for users enrolled in the program. The new version offers only two notable modifications, differing from its predecessors: an upgrade for general reliability and a resolution for the gamepad triggers reversal glitch.

Windows 11 is the first version of Windows that lets you run  on your PC. This is possible thanks to the Windows Subsystem for (WSA), a technology that integrates Android apps with the Windows environment. You can access and install Android apps from the Amazon App Store, which offers more than 20,000 apps for Windows 11 users.

Improvements and Fixes Provided in the Update

The Windows Subsystem for Android Preview Program has issued the fresh update that comprises of enhancements to platform stability and functionality. The Preview Program is distinct from the Windows Insider Program, indicating its updates are not simultaneous to the ones from the larger Windows program.

This update specifically addresses user experience, with two key areas: general reliability improvements and a solution for the problematic reversal of gamepad triggers. These adjustments aim to optimize the software's overall efficiency and user-friendly nature.

The Process of Acquiring the Update

In order to access the latest Windows Subsystem for Android Preview update, users can easily download it from the Microsoft Store. However, to access these early updates, users are required to be enrolled in the Windows Subsystem for Android Preview Program.

On the other hand, for those who can afford to wait, Microsoft will shortly be releasing WSA version 2310.40000.0.0 for Windows insiders, offering an alternative method of access without needing immediate participation in the Preview Program.

In summary, this new update, with its improvements and fixes, adds substantial value to Windows 11 user experience catering to operational fluency and usability of the platform. It is distributed through the Windows Subsystem for Android Preview Program, which is accessible for immediate download, or forthcoming release for enrolled Windows insiders.

Luke Jones
Luke Jones
Luke has been writing about all things tech for more than five years. He is following Microsoft closely to bring you the latest news about Windows, Office, Azure, Skype, HoloLens and all the rest of their products.

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