Windows 10 Reveals New Features

A new build of Windows 10 has leaked, revealing some new options that Microsoft planned to unveil in January. Build 9901 shows nevertheless additional changes to the desktop interface, that has already been given a big makeover in earlier builds. 

The most noticeable modification is that the addition of an exploration hold in the taskbar, placed to the immediate right of the reinstated begin button. this may enable users to look for files on their computer or perform an internet search (using Bing, naturally) while not initial having to open the beginning menu or use keyboard shortcuts. In Windows eight.1, users area unit ready to search by typewriting directly on the beginning Screen, however with the beginning Screen hidden for laptop/desktop users in Windows 10, Microsoft ostensibly felt it required how to create the search perform additional obvious to users.

The new buid additionally integrates Microsoft's voice assistant, Cortana, into the search bar. This seems to be for the most part a twin of Cortana on Windows Phone, belongings users speak commands or raise queries like "play rock group music", "what's the weather like today?" or "latest Manchester United score" (they beat urban center 3-0, since you asked).

Leaked screenshots of Build 9901 recommend Microsoft's additionally going to do away with the normal panel. The exisiting Windows eight.1 Settings menu already replicates several of the functions of the panel, and currently it appears Microsoft can merge the 2 to avoid any confusion.  

Other additions to the new build embrace a revamped Xbox app, that shows achievements, friends' standing and activity feeds. 

Build 9901 is accessible to transfer from a range of file-sharing sites, though Microsoft is warning that putting in the unofficial build can build it not possible to update in situ to later releases of Windows 10. those that area unit taking part within the official Technical Preview area unit unlikely to be offered Build 9901 till the twelvemonth. "There may be a bug in 9901 that breaks flighting, you will need to upgrade through ISO," tweeted Windows engineering manager, Gabe Aul.

Aul is, however, fairly relaxed concerning Windows fans obtaining their hands on the leaked code. "How might we have a tendency to be upset concerning ample individuals eager to attempt our new stuff?" he tweeted, before adding: "We'd like you persist with official builds although."