Microsoft’s flagship Windows 10 computer update available

 

 

The latest update to Microsoft’s flagship Windows 10 computer software has been made available to consumers for the first time.

The update has various new features including a native app called Paint 3D, an image and video editing app called Story Remix and a feature called Timeline that enables users to pick up on tasks they were previously working on.

The ‘Fluent Design’ redesign is part of an effort to modernise the operating system and will be rolled out from today.

Users are recommended to back up their computer before downloading an update and Microsoft will send an alert when it is available.

The update includes Paint 3D, a new multidimensional version of the sketching app, which will no longer be a native app on the software for the first time in 32 years

NEW FEATURES

Microsoft first revealed the new feature during the second day of its Build developer conference in Seattle in May.

– Paint 3D, a new multidimensional version of the sketching app, will no longer be a native app on the software for the first time in 32 years.

– Story Remix which uses AI and deep learning to organise and transform photos and videos into stories.

– OneDrive Files on Demand will allow users access to all files in the cloud without having to download them

– Cortana will let users to pick off where they left off across Windows, iOS and Android devices.

–  Timeline will enable users to quickly find tasks and projects they were previously working on across different devices.

– Clipboard will let users highlight and copy text on one device but then paste the content on another.

– Mixed Reality Portal app means users can more easily access VR headsets.

3D Paint 

The update includes Paint 3D, a new multidimensional version of the sketching app, which will no longer be a native app on the software for the first time in 32 years.

It has the same tools as the original but can also create 3D images.

Story Remix 

Windows Story Remix uses AI and deep learning to organise and transform photos and videos into stories.

It can arrange memories, photos and videos to create stories with a soundtrack, theme and cinematic transitions.

Users can also create mixed reality by adding 3-D objects to photos and videos.

OneDrive Files

OneDrive Files on Demand will allow users access to all files in the cloud without having to download them.

Users can access all files stored in the cloud using File Explorer without using up storage space on the device.

In the previous model OneDrive used selective sync which means every file is downloaded to the device.

Cortana 

With digital assistant Cortana, users can users can pick off where they left off across Windows, iOS and Android devices.

Cortana can give users reminders based on time, places and people.

It can also track packages, teams, interests and flights – and can also send emails and texts.

Windows 10 is going to be redesigned this week with the introduction of a new Fluent Design aesthetic as part of an effort to modernise the operating system

Windows 10 is going to be redesigned this week with the introduction of a new Fluent Design aesthetic as part of an effort to modernise the operating system

Timeline 

Windows Timeline enables users to quickly find tasks and projects they were previously working on across different devices.

Previous activity is visually displayed, meaning users can hop back into files, apps and websites as if it was real time.

Clipboard 

The update will have a ‘cloud-powered clipboard’ that lets users highlight and copy text on one device but then paste the content on another.

This makes it easier to transfer between connected devices.

The Fall Creators Update also includes a new copy and paste tool which will enable users to highlight text on one device before pasting the content on another.

The update will have a 'cloud-powered clipboard' that will let users highlight and copy text on one device but then paste the content on another

The update will have a ‘cloud-powered clipboard’ that will let users highlight and copy text on one device but then paste the content on another

Mixed reality 

Microsoft is also creating a platform where users can more easily access VR headsets.

To use Mixed Reality users will need to purchase a separate headset.

Users will need to launch the Mixed Reality Portal app and most PCs will be capable of running most of the basic Mixed Reality features.

Other updates 

The Start menu has more customised tools and Eye Control helps users with mobility issues as they can move the mouse cursor on screen using their eyes.

Microsoft is also creating a platform where users can more easily access VR headsets.

The restore, maximise and close buttons are also being simplified and the title bar is being made more compact.

Users will also be able to annotate PDFs for the first time, according to BT.

Although it is available from today there is often a delay with such a large rollout.

Microsoft first revealed the new feature during the second day of its Build developer conference in Seattle in May.

The technology giant’s Terry Myserson said the update was ‘designed to help you unlock creativity’.

Windows Timeline, which will enable users to quickly find tasks and projects they were previously working on across different devices, will also be part of the update

Windows Timeline, which will enable users to quickly find tasks and projects they were previously working on across different devices, will also be part of the update

‘Microsoft Fluent Design System will deliver intuitive, harmonious, responsive and inclusive cross-device experiences and interactions’, the company said.

‘For developers, Fluent Design is built to help users create more expressive and engaging apps that work across a wide range of device and input diversity.’

Windows 10 was first launched in 2015 and Mr Myerson said it was now the ‘most used version of Windows ever’ and has been installed on 500 million devices.

A much rumoured refresh to the design of Windows 10 – previously known as ‘Project Neon’ – was also previewed in May as the company unveiled what it called the Microsoft Fluent Design System.

Windows 10 was first launched in 2015 and Mr Myerson (pictured) said it was now the 'most used version of Windows ever' and has been installed on 500 million devices

Windows 10 was first launched in 2015 and Mr Myerson (pictured) said it was now the ‘most used version of Windows ever’ and has been installed on 500 million devices

The firm said it will be used to be make the software more visually pleasing by encouraging developers to focus on five key design characteristics – light, depth, motion, material and scale.

Microsoft also discussed virtual reality – what it calls ‘mixed reality’.

It unveiled handheld motion controllers for the range of VR headsets the firm works with, alongside its own HoloLens headset.

The controllers will go on sale at the end of the year and are intended to help HoloLens rival the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive virtual reality systems that both went on sale last year.

Microsoft has been contacted for comment.

Source: portalmaya.com

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