gvv Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 Microsoft has released a new Windows 10 preview build for users in the Fast ring, as the company continues to work on the upcoming 19H1 update due in the spring. Also known as version 1903, this new update is already in the final development stage, so build 18329 doesn’t bring too many breaking changes. However, there still are goodies to be excited about, such as the so-called top apps displayed in search. This means that whenever you launch the search UI, you’ll see your top apps in the home screen, so no additional typing is required. Microsoft says this is a feature that’s currently rolling out to users as a server-side update, so insiders will be getting it gradually. Additionally, Microsoft is also adding support for Win32 applications in Windows Mixed Reality. “To use this feature, bring up Pins Panel, then go to all apps, where you will find a folder named “Classic Apps (Beta)”. In this folder, you will be able to select and launch any Desktop (Win32) applications,” the company explains. Not available for everyone There are also keyboard improvements, as well as updates for the Mail & Calendar apps, which now feature an improved dark, including in the new mail screen. Furthermore, the Mail app is getting a default font option, which Microsoft says is one of the top feature requests. As with all the other preview builds, there are several other improvements, as well as known issues, and you can check them in full in the box after the jump. What’s also worth knowing is that Windows 10 build 18329 is blocked for a number of languages, and Microsoft says the following devices won’t get it: Windows 10 Home: RO-RO, SK-SK, SL-SI, SR-LATN-RS, TH-TH, UK-UA Windows 10 Home N: RO-RO, SK-SK, SL-SI Windows 10 Pro: FR-CA, IT-IT, JA-JP, KO-KR, NL-NL, PL-PL, SR-LATN-RS Windows 10 Pro N: RO-RO, SK-SK Everyone else can just head over to Windows Update to download the build right now. Windows 10 version 1903 is projected to be finalized in March and released to users beginning with April. General changes, improvements, and fixes for PC REMINDER: The new tamper protection setting in the Windows Security app protects your device by helping to prevent bad actors from tampering with the most important security settings. The setting is designed to be on by default, however the default state is not currently in effect for current Insider Preview builds. You may see a new recommendation in the Windows Security app suggesting you turn this setting on. We fixed an issue resulting in many Win32 apps having an unexpectedly long launch time due to being incorrectly suspended by the OS in the last two flights. We fixed an issue where the Windows Insider Program settings pages via Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program had a bug preventing Narrator and Screen Reader programs from properly reading the page. We fixed an issue from the previous flight where Desktop Window Manager would crash if multiple Office and/or video playback applications were running on the same screen on devices with Multiplane Overlay Support. We fixed an issue resulting video playback going black after rotating a device from landscape to portrait. We fixed an issue resulting in a green screen with error Kernel_auto_boost_lock_acquisition_with_raised_irql when using an Xbox controller with your PC. We fixed an issue resulting in USB devices, including mice and keyboards, potentially not working after updating to recent builds. We fixed an issue resulting in intl.cpl hanging when copying settings. We fixed an issue resulting in Microsoft Edge not being able to access local IPs. We fixed an issue resulting in not being able to extend your monitor to a second screen connected via Miracast. We fixed an issue where when you opened a new Notepad window and pressed CTRL + F, the Find window would unexpectedly be populated with the search query from the last time the Find window was used in a previous Notepad instance. We fixed an issue from the previous flight that caused consistent black screens when using Remote Desktop, DisplayLink, or Miracast if you are on an AMD or Nvidia driver. Known issues The Windows Security app may show an unknown status for the Virus & threat protection area, or not refresh properly. This may occur after upgrade, restart, or settings changes. Launching games that use anti-cheat software may trigger a bugcheck (GSOD). Creative X-Fi sound cards are not functioning properly. We are partnering with Creative to resolve this issue. While night light functionality is back up and running, you may still find issues with other blue light reduction software not working. When performing Reset this PC and selecting Keep my files on a device that has Reserved Storage enabled the user will need to initiate an extra reboot to ensure Reserved Storage is working again properly. Some Realtek SD card readers are not functioning properly. We are investigating the issue. The value in Narrator Settings “Change the level of detail Narrator provides about text and control” might be empty. To work around this issue, use the Narrator command Narrator key + v to change the verbosity level, then close and reopen Settings app again. After upgrade, there might be two Narrator voices talking at the same time. Reboot the machine once, this issue will go away. Windows Sandbox may launch to a black screen for some users. Taskbar icons may stop loading and appear blank. Some of the Real-Time Protection options for Malwarebytes Premium are not able to be turned on. You may see an error when unzipping files. The brightness slider may not work. Opening Color filters setting in the Ease of Access setting will crash the Settings app. Known issues for Developers If you install any of the recent builds from the Fast ring and switch to the Slow ring – optional content such as enabling developer mode will fail. You will have to remain in the Fast ring to add/install/enable optional content. This is because optional content will only install on builds approved for specific rings. Source: Softpedia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virge Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 Not much new: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5I9Izkq6YCw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 Informative article moved from the Software Updates Forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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cosy Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 4 hours ago, virge said: Not much new: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5I9Izkq6YCw Indeed, I have tested this, but there was nothing particular, just a few good things if at all they are any- The Look is better than the old one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BimBamSmash Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 Investing in a "Windows 10 Inside Out" book or getting a MCSA/E certificate in Windows 10 is one giant waste of time and money given how often this thing changes. Training in the field for newcomers just keeps getting harder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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