These are the Top Windows 10 Fall Creators Update Features voted by Windows Insiders

These are the Top Windows 10 Fall Creators Update Features voted by Windows Insiders

Windows Insiders have voted on their Top Update Features in the recently released Windows 10 Fall Creators Update.

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Insiders provided feedbacks during the creation process of the OS as they tested features and helped fix bugs. Windows 10 Fall Creators Update was released to the public on October 17th making it the fourth Windows 10 Update. It is feature rich than the earlier released Creators Update.

Windows Insiders favorite Windows 10 Fall Creators Update features

Microsoft asked windows insiders to vote on their favorite Windows 10 Fall Creators Update features. Here are the features that make the top list;

Improved gaming features. You and up to 3 friends can combine streams into a single view using Mixer. Plus, you can easily switch on Game Mode right from the Game Bar for even better performance.

PDFs in Edge. Fill in PDF-based forms within Microsoft Edge and make notes directly on PDFs.

Better storage management. With Windows 10 Creators Update, we added the ability to automatically remove files you don’t need using Storage Sense. Now, you can also choose to have files in your Downloads folder automatically deleted as well.

Ransomware protections. Windows Defender Antivirus now has specific safeguards against malicious apps and threats like WannaCry.

Currency converter in Calculator. This top feature request even works offline when you’re travelling internationally.

Get web results in Cortana without opening your browser. It works with movies, celebrities, stock prices, weather, flight status — and a myriad of other topics.1

One Drive Files on Demand. Access your files from in the cloud in File Explorer without downloading and using storage space on your device.

With the Fall Creators Update out of the way, Windows Insiders are off to the next quest of shaping up the next update codenamed(RS4).

Are you helping shape the next Windows 10 OS used by millions around the world? Share your excitement with us. Are you excited about other features? Do share. 

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update rolls out today, learn how to get it

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update rolls out today, learn how to get it

The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update rolls out today across the world. We teach you how and where you can receive the update.

Update rolls out

Roll out of feature rich Windows 10 Fall Creators Update to devices starts 5 pm UTC. The update is expected to roll out in phases to devices starting from newer devices. Microsoft has taken the phase out approach to ensure a seamless update process.

the key to our phased approach is actively listening to all available feedback mechanisms and making the appropriate product updates during the rollout.” 

Microsoft also recommends waiting till the update hits your device automatically, through Windows Update. The update will roll out automatically to you through Windows Update if you have opted to have updates installed automatically on your device. But if you are an IT Admin or don’t mind waiting here is what to do. So here are the two main ways to get the updates.

  1. Manually Check to see if you are eligible for the first phase roll out 
  2. Manually download installation media with the help of the Update Assistant 

 

Manually Check – to see when Windows 10 Fall Creators Update rolls out

To Manually Check to see if you are eligible for the first phase roll out;

Update rolls out

  • Open the Settings page >
  • navigate to Update & security >
  • Windows Update >
  • click Check for updates 

If the update status reads your device is up to date but you aren’t on the new version then you wait till it becomes available. or alternatively go ahead with step 2.

Manually download installation media with the help of the Update Assistant 

There are two ways to about this.

Update rolls out

  1. Using the Update Assistant. (which is the recommended, and you get to keep everything. )
  2. Download and run Media Creation Tool (this performs a clean installation or reinstall of Windows 10)

Visit the Microsoft Software Download Site and select the related operating system options.

If you are an active Windows Insider chances are you are good to go. Otherwise these options should get you the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. You shouldn’t do this if you are afraid of breaking your PC. Are you going to wait or take the leap? Share with us.

Microsoft South Africa hosts Windows 10 Creators Event with a splash of Art

Microsoft South Africa hosts Windows 10 Creators Event with a splash of Art

Microsoft South Africa brought together a number of invited guest to the Artjamming gallery where they talked about technology, art and creativity.

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The event was to share with participant new features released in the Windows 10 Creators Update. Microsoft released Windows 10 Creators Update to the public on April 11th this year. The update is still trickling in so you might not have gotten the update yet. Or you probably have received the notification to update. We shared on how to get the update if you want it now.

Here’s a gist of what was shared with the guests.

Our mission is to empower every person and every organisation to achieve more. Part of that is delivering ongoing innovations in Windows 10.

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Windows 10 is for everyone. We believe every idea can make an impact and we want Windows 10 to be the place you love to create and play.
Windows 10 Creators Update inspires new ways to build, create, learn, play and transform your ideas.

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Participants also learnt about security in Windows 10 with how Windows defender keeps your PC safe from viruses and malwares. Mixed reality wasn’t left out of the topics.

Read our post on the new features in the Windows 10 Creators update to know more.

Later guests got their creative groove on as they took the challenge of painting some art work.
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?’s : MicrosoftSA

Windows 10 Creators Update is here, what you need to know and how to get it

Windows 10 Creators Update is here, what you need to know and how to get it

The next big Windows 10 OS update, dubbed “The Creators Update”  is rolling out. What does it offer and how do you get it if you haven’t been notified yet.

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Microsoft’s new operating system update to Windows 10 started rolling out to the public on April 11th 2017 as announced. The update is designed to bring out the creator in you. In relation to Microsoft’s mission statement, it’s more like Microsoft is empowering each Windows user to achieve more by creating.

Microsoft is currently trickling out the update to users and advises you wait for it to hit your PC. It might take a while for this to happen, just as in the case of the anniversary update. This is to avoid and help solve some of the issues that come up during the update process. Alternatively if you have been an active Windows Insider then you’ve been using this update for sometime now. You can opt out now and be okay or better stay in and see what more will come in the next update as it continues. If you believe you are an IT pro, have an extra device to trial or can handle technical issues that come up during the upgrade, then you can trigger the Windows 10 creators update now using the Microsoft Update Assistant.

This is also a free upgrade if you purchased a new Windows 10 PC or upgraded from a Windows 7 or 8 PC when Microsoft allowed it. If not you’ll have to purchase it like as usual. I’m not sure if you can still validate it with your Windows 7 or 8 activation code if you are now stepping up to Windows 10. You can try and let us know how that works out for you, maybe Microsoft still has that door opened?

The Windows 10 Creators Update comes with a lot of tweaks to the feel and look of the OS. It also comes with some very notable features as well. Don’t forget that with the Windows Insider program, Microsoft is listening to how users want the OS to feel in helping them stay more productive. It also brings some under the hood improvements to performance, battery life, security, etc.

Paint goes 3D, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) with Windows Mixed Reality, Game ? stream mode and Xbox ? play anywhere, Cortana gets better and makes you more productive, plus others are some of the new features in the update. I’ll try and detail out a summary.

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  • Let your imagination take shape and find your inspiration. – In Paint 3D it’s a snap to create 3D objects from scratch or modify someone else’s creation. Easily change color, texture or turn a 2D picture into a 3D object with a click. When you’re ready, share to your favorite social sites or the Remix 3D community.
  • Immerse yourself in a new reality. – Windows Mixed Reality combines the thrill of virtual reality with the power to engage with and personalize your virtual surroundings. Stay tuned as we work with our partners to bring amazing and affordable experiences to market.

  • Cortana remembers so you don’t have to. – Cortana integrates with other apps within Windows to help you stay on track. Create, add to and access your Wunderlist lists from Cortana with voice or text.
  • Built-in broadcast gaming. – Watch and play alongside game broadcasters with Beam, the interactive livestreaming platform where you can interact with streamers in real-time.
  • Books now in Windows Store. – With Books in Windows Store and Microsoft Edge discover and read e-books from your favorite authors across the genres you love. Books is available across all Windows 10 devices.
  • Sleep better with blue light reduction. – Now reduce the blue light emitted from your screen at night – get your brain ready to power down for a good night’s sleep.
  • Say goodbye to tab chaos. – Microsoft Edge now allows review, grouping and saving web page tabs. Quickly find, manage and open tabs you set aside without leaving the page you’re on.
  • The quickest way to set ideas in motion. – Quickly access the Windows Ink Workspace to use Sticky Notes, Sketchpad, and Screen Sketch. Naturally create, capture and edit ideas at the speed of thought within Office.
  • Windows Hello, you are the password. – Windows Hello is the password-free sign-in that gives you the fastest, most secure way to unlock your Windows devices.
  • The best Windows ever for gaming. – Play great new Xbox games on Windows 10 in native 4K resolution. Stay connected to your gaming community with the Xbox app. And play where you want with in-home streaming and Xbox Play Anywhere.
  • Most comprehensive security. – As the most secure Windows ever built, Windows 10 delivers comprehensive protection – including anti-virus, firewall, Windows Defender and anti-phishing technologies – all delivered built-in at no extra cost to you.

So what do you think? Is your PC seeing the upgrade notification yet? Tell us what you think about the Windows 10 creators update in the comments. Share your experience thus far with us.  

Get the Microsoft Update Assistant for PC here. Catch up on all the new features in the Windows 10 Creators Update here.

Microsoft Nigeria Hosts Bloggers to a Digital Transformation Interactive session

Microsoft Nigeria Hosts Bloggers to a Digital Transformation Interactive session

Microsoft Nigeria hosted bloggers from Nigeria to an interactive session on Empowering Digital Transformation.

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The bloggers meetup event was to bring a familiarization of service solutions offered by Microsoft and the new updates coming with the Creators Update to the bloggers.

Digital Transformation is simply doing things differently and with ease.

The Creators Update is the next major update to the Microsoft Windows operating system. The Update is scheduled to start arriving first on new devices and then to the older devices from April 11th 2017. Also Microsoft has said that you can use the Microsoft Update Assistant to manually initiate the update from April 5th 2017. For Windows 10 Mobile devices the creators Update will start rolling out from the 25th of April.

The Creators Update will begin to roll out on April 11th. Like with the Anniversary Update we delivered last August, this update for Windows will proceed in phases.
For the those of you who are eager to get the Creators Update right away, you will be able to initiate the update manually, starting on April 5th, via Update Assistant. This option is intended for advanced users on devices running a licensed version of Windows 10.
We’ll iterate this process over a period of several months until all compatible devices running Windows 10 worldwide are offered the Creators Update. Windows Phone will follow the same phased approach, with rollout scheduled to begin April 25.

At the event Microsoft Nigeria shared updated statistics of Windows 10 since it’s launch.

  • There are currently over 400 million monthly active devices.
  • Over 135 Billion hours spent on Windows 10
  • Cortana has been asked over 5 Billion questions with over 1 Million daily queries.
  • 10 Million of streamed Xbox one games to Windows 10 PCs.
  • The Windows store has had over 5 Billion visits.

On digital transformation and how Microsoft technology can help you achieve more, there was a presentation on what’s a digital business? Addressing bloggers on the topic there was an elaboration on How is the business being digitally transformed and How is the business model being digitally transformed. Speaking on the four pillars of Digital Transformation:

    • Engage Your Customers

 

  • Transform Your Products

 

 

  • Empower your Employees

 

 

  • Optimize your Operations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check out more from the event via hashtag #bloggersmeetupdt on social media platforms.