Windows 10 Creators Update New Technologies SIG Grand Computers Club June 22, 2017 Topics • Windows 10 version history • New to Version 1703 • Next Version - Fall Creators Update • Other useful sites • Discussion 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 2 Windows 10 Version History Historical release dates: • Win 10 1507 (RTM) 7/29/15 • Win 10 1511 (GA) 11/12/15 • Win 10 1607 8/2/16 • Win 10 1703 (CU) 4/11/17 • Win 10 17?? (FCU) Sep/Oct 2017 Latest build for all is 6/13/2017 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 3 Windows 10 Version History Microsoft plans to release Windows 10 updates on a 2-times per year schedule • March/April • September/October The most current build is: Version 1703 Build 15063.413 Check by running “winver” command 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 4 New to Version 1703 Version 1703 - Creator’s Update • Available 4/11/2017 • Currently being sent to Windows 10 users that are up-to-date • Message should be sent verifying settings before update is downloaded • Restart required when update is ready to install • Multiple restarts during update 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 5 New to Version 1703 Version 1703 - Creator’s Update • Cortana setup – use voice • Game mode – Xbox support • Compact overlay (Picture-in-picture) • Night light • Dynamic lock • Paint 3D app • Inking in Windows Photos app • Faster Windows “Hello” 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 6 New to Version 1703 Version 1703 - Creator’s Update • Improved Edge Browser • More control over Windows Update • Improved “Settings” layout • Enhanced “Storage sense” manager • Action Center slider controls – NO!!! • Better control of screen attributes • Metered Wi-Fi and ethernet settings • Improved high DPI control (4K/UHD) 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 7 New to Version 1703 Version 1703 - Creator’s Update • More Cortana “Reminders” options • More control of sources from where apps are installed • Start menu folders • More color choices for Windows themes • Park unused tabs in Edge browser • Edge support for e-books 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 8 New to Version 1703 Version 1703 - Creator’s Update • Edge browser set tabs aside • Import favorites from another browser into Edge • New “jump list” for Edge browser • Dolby Atmos app in Windows Store • Improved Groove Music app • Enhanced Defender Security Center • Skype improvements - messaging 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 9 New to Version 1703 Version 1703 - Creator’s Update • Windows 10 themes now in “store” • Support for Virtual Reality • Game broadcast via Beam • More privacy control settings • ??? Resume tasks on other Windows devices • ??? People in taskbar 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 10 New to Version 1703 Version 1703 - Creator’s Update • Windows 10 Creators Update - Final Features Demo • Windows 10 Creators Update: The 10 best new features • 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 11 Next Version Fall Creators • Continue your work on another Windows 10 device • Access files in cloud without using local disk space • Story Remix app • Support for mixed reality headsets and controllers • Pin websites directly to taskbar • Stylus and handwriting support 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 12 Next Version Fall Creators • Improved start menu and action center resizing and customization • Easy access to Linux • Improved dictation even on desktops • HDR video support • My People – pin contacts to taskbar • Fluent Design System replaces Acrylic • Windows 10 for ARM • OneDrive On-Demand sync 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 13 Next Version Fall Creators • Cloud clipboard • Cortana based speakers • Incoming call notification for Android • Battery life improvements • Cortana reminders from photo or new lasso feature 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 14 Next Version Fall Creators • BIG Windows 10 "Fall Creators" Update: New Features • Windows 10 Fall Creators Update: Everything we know so far 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 15 Other Useful Sites • Windows 10 Creators Update - Official Release Demo • Windows 10 Creators Update - Final Features Demo • Windows 10 Creators Update: The 10 best new features • Windows 10 Creators Update: all the new features Microsoft didn't mention 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 16 Next Meeting More Virtual Reality New Technology SIG Wednesday July 19, 2017 4:00-5:30pm Aqua Fria Room/Cimarron Center 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 17 Discussion 6/22/2017 www.grandcomputers.org 18.