How to upgrade your HoloLens 2 to Windows 11
You can update your HoloLens 2 with the new Windows update releases.
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Key notes
- HoloLens 2 are coming to Windows 11 with new features.
- You can easily work on your professional matters or school projects.
- Microsoft no longer supports older versions of Windows Holographic, so update them.
It seems that the era of augmented reality is upon us, once again. Recently, Apple announced its Apple Vision Pro, a headset set to revolutionize all headsets. In light of this news, Microsoft has also released Windows Holographic, version 23H1, the June 2023 Update for its HoloLens 2.
You will be able to upgrade your HoloLens 2 to Windows 11. And if you haven’t done it already, then you should do it. You’ll have a seamless experience with it, and exciting new features are coming to it as well.
Version 23H1 is now available to your HoloLens 2, and Microsoft will also discontinue the support for the Windows Holographic version 20H2, so there is another reason to update it.
Here’s how to upgrade your HoloLens 2 to Windows 11
HoloLens 2 will move to Windows 11 with the 23H1 release. 
To upgrade your HoloLens 2 devices they must be currently running the 21H1 May 2021 update (build 20346.1002) or newer.
If the 23H1 feature update is not available, Microsoft advises you to update your device and try again, as the newer updates will be automatically suggested to you.
You should know that, if you are on a version that is older than Windows Holographic version 20H2 (Build 19041.1136), you first need to update to the February 2021 update (build 19041.1136 or newer). Then you will be able to update to the 21H1 May 2021 update (build 20346.1002) or newer.
But let’s stick to the exciting things. Here are all the features coming to HoloLens 2 on Windows 11 with the new update.
These features are coming to HoloLens 2 with the new update on Windows 11
| Feature | Description | User or scenario |
|---|---|---|
| Store app update from Settings feature | Introduces the option to manually check for app updates from the Settings app. | All |
| WebView2 control now available | The Microsoft Edge WebView2 control allows you to embed web technologies (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) in your native apps and is now available for the HoloLens 2. | Developer |
| Device reset requirements in the Settings Application | Devices must have sufficient battery and free disk space to perform a device reset. | All |
| Removing placements of an app in the mixed world | An option to close one or all placements of an app is now available in the context menu. | All |
| Automatic update of Dynamics 365 Remote Assist and Dynamics 365 Guides during Autopilot flow | When provisioning a HoloLens 2 device using Autopilot, Dynamics 365 applications will update automatically. | IT Admin |
| Reboot CSP enabled and related changes | Hololens now supports weekly scheduled reboots and other options. | IT Admin |
| Update available notification | Shows user that update is available when looking at the start menu. | End User |
| Autopilot reset experience | Improvements in Autopilot reset experience to enable users to reset HoloLens 2 and restart Autopilot without requiring manual flashing. | IT Admin |
| Biometrics disclosure screen | Displays information to all new users on what biometrics the device uses. | All |
| Remove users on device | New policies to manage when to remove users from the device to prevent hitting the maximum limit. | IT Admin |
| Fixes improvements | Fixes and improvements for HoloLens. | All |
As you can see, every professional can enjoy the new HoloLens 2 features, as they can be used for work, school projects and so many more.
Are you excited about the new HoloLens 2 features? Let us know in the comments section below.
