Windows Blue hides 4K display support, tons of new features, developer says

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For all the controversy surrounding Windows 8, it's a solid OS under the hood. And based on a list of API clues discovered by a former Nokia and Silverlight developer, it should only get better with the Windows Blue update.

Based on an extensive examination of the software APIs found within Windows Blue (now offically called Windows 8.1 by Microsoft), developer Justin Angel compiled a lengthy list of more than 25 features that he says will be included in the updated OS: the possibility of ultra-HD "4K" screen support, lock-screen calls, HDR photo support, better multi-screen formatting, and much more.

Angel teased out the new features by examining the APIs he found in the leaked build of Windows 8.1 (version 9385), which appeared online at the beginning of May. Other Microsoft watchers have installed and played around with the leaked OS—Paul Thurrott published a thorough examination of its forward-facing features—but Angel's API deep-dive reveals even more hidden secrets.

Microsoft representatives declined to comment on what they called rumors and speculation. Angel is no stranger to diving deep into Microsoft products. Last December, he made news when he discovered a method to pirate Windows Store downloads by turning trial versions into full-version apps.

Assuming Angel's latest findings bear out, the new APIs reveal a number of undisclosed capabilities in Windows 8.1, which is expected to be officially unveiled at Microsoft's BUILD conference in San Francisco. The developer release, expected on June 26, will include changes based on customer feedback, including the possible return of the Start button from Windows 7 (though Angel's API analysis doesn't confirm that detail).

It should be noted that Angel confined his examination to Windows 8.1 RT, and not the more conventional Windows 8.1. Windows RT, of course, hasn't had the warmest of welcomes.

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[dcs18]

It should be noted that Angel confined his examination to Windows 8.1 RT, and not the more conventional Windows 8.1.

Can't say I'm excited by that. :dunno:

[DKT27]

It should be noted that Angel confined his examination to Windows 8.1 RT, and not the more conventional Windows 8.1.

Can't say I'm excited by that. :dunno:

Thanks for noting that. With some consideration, I've moved it to Mobile News.

[LeeSmithG]

I have one question.

Start button yes or no, well that is two, is there a definite answer?

Opps lOl 3 questions.

[mara-]

People does not want just start button, then want start menu back with start button.

Cheers ;)