Thursday, April 7, 2016

Windows 10, the big news of the anniversary edition are already there … – 01net.com

Last week, during the Build, Microsoft detailed the contents of Redstone, now called Anniversary edition, the big update for Windows 10 is expected for next summer. But if you are a member of the program (free) Windows Insider, you can already try many of the new features that will arrive in July.



A nice little Linux

in the build numbered 14316 and distributed via the Fast ring, Microsoft has indeed publish one of the most significant updates since the launch of Windows 10. one of the big surprises of the opening of the conference last week was the announcement of the arrival of Bash in the Microsoft OS.

This new that will appeal especially to the most of us geeks brings the famous Linux command shell in Windows, and it natively. However, it will pick up this little gem in the settings, once activated mode Developer and Windows subsystem for Linux. For more motivated, Microsoft released a post dedicated to the issue that can install, configure and use Bash simply enough.



Cortana getting stronger

More interesting even if it appears to be less a revolution in the history of Microsoft, Cortana will see to broaden its interaction. The Windows PDA 10 will now be synced across all devices where you use it to be more efficient. However, this will mean that your data passes further into the cloud …

On the occasion of the arrival of the build 14316, Cortana is seen also provided new features. She is now able to inform you on your PC when the battery of your mobile device begins to show signs of weakness. This will allow you eg to recharge before a trip or a meeting.

Always to facilitate our relationship with our mobile, you can now ask Cortana to find your phone with a function that will locate it on a map and allow you to make it sound in case it is hidden under a pile of files or a sofa cushion.

Finally, to conclude stock of Cortana, the wizard will also be able to establish a path on your PC to get from point A to point B and then forward it automatically to your smartphone …

in the course will benefit the users of a mobile smartphone running Windows 10, but the good news is that these features are also available if you use Android 1.5 (or later) version of Cortana application. Nothing in sight for iOS, a priori.



Edge and extensions

Now that Microsoft’s new browser is officially compatible with extensions for Insiders only for now, the Redmond giant in announcing new.

in this case, Pin it Button and OneNote Clipper appear and the three existing extensions (Reddit Enhancement Suite, Mouse Gestures and Microsoft Translator) are made day. Warning, if you previously installed extensions with a previous build, it will do it again.



Skype becomes Universal

In late March, the official blog of Skype announced that the communication tool will soon be available in preview in its Universal Application Version (UWP). This is now done for Insiders. The new UWP provides the basic features that you already know with Skype and other options and functions will be integrated soon in the next two updates.

At first, this universal Windows application will be available only to PC users. Smartphones Windows will have to wait a bit to see what Skype everything new is hot.

Finally, among an avalanche of new emoji and new customization options, Microsoft has made available a new version of its Connect application, which allows to bring the PC experience Continuum of your compatible phone, without using a dock or Miracast adapter.

For those who are tempted by the Insiders program, know that discover in preview the new Windows 10 at a price. The builds that are made available are not free of bugs and problems that must be able to cope. It is not recommended to take the plunge on a production machine or if you have only used PCs.

Source:
Windows Blog

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