Windows 11 26H2 arrives in October. Here's why you shouldn't skip it

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Windows 11 26H2 arrives in October. Here's why you shouldn't skip it Windows 11 26H2 will arrive in October 2026 as a tiny enablement update. Here's why you'll want to install it despite few new features. The next major update for Windows 11, called version 26H2 (which stands for "second half of 2026"), is coming in October 2026.