First Major Update for Windows 10 Arrives Today

By Nathan Kirsch

More than 110 million PCs are already running Windows 10 since the OS was released on July 29th, 2015. This makes Windows 10 the fastest adopted version in Windows history! Those 110+ million users will be getting the first major update for Windows 10 today. The new update, formerly known as ‘Threshold 2‘, contains numerous fixes and UI changes that you’ll likely see as soon as your system reboots after the update. For example the first thing we noticed that was different was the new colored title bar for desktop apps. Some of the system icons have also been changed. This update is also being rolled out to Microsoft Xbox One owners and select Windows mobile phones.

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You can read more about the first major update for Windows 10 over on the Windows Blog!

Experience improvements in this update include:

  • Performance in everyday tasks, such as boot time now nearly 30% faster than Windows 7 on the same device.
  • With Cortana, you can use your devices pen** to just scribble a note in the Cortana Notebook and Cortana will recognize the phone number, email address, and even physical address to help you set reminders. Cortana can also now keep track of your event and movie bookings too, sending you helpful reminders to know where to go and get there on time, plus the option to book and track an Uber**. Were excited to make Cortana available in Japan, Australia, and Canada and India (in English) with features and experiences customized for each market.
  • Microsoft Edge offers improved performance and security, along with tab preview, which allows you to hover over your open tabs and get a preview of whats on those websites without leaving the page youre on. Microsoft Edge now syncs your Favorites and Reading list items across devices so you can easily get back to the content youre interested in most. And, Cortana will now notify you of the best coupons** from your favorite retailers such as Staples, Macys and Best Buy when shopping in Microsoft Edge.

And much more with improvements to Mail, Calendar, Photos, Groove, Xbox, Store, OneNote, Solitaire, and more!