1. Cortana is back and better than ever — Cortana was branded as the "world's first truly personal digital assistant." The tool can even learn your preferences to provide relevant content as you watch media or set reminders. If you once envisioned a world operated by intelligent robots, the future is now.
That’s a reason? Perhaps. However, it remains to be seen. It certainly was not the first.
2. Microsoft edge may be the next best — If you're suspicious of Google stealing your information through Chrome or tired of Safari's inefficiencies, get ready for Microsoft Edge. The new browser, set to debut with Windows 10, is integrated with Cortana. This means you'll receive streamlined content based on your preferences and browsing habits. Edge may just outdo Google when it comes to guessing your next move on the Internet, which is a good thing - right?
Wrong! I really don’t want a machine making decisions on where I want to go on the Internet. If it is more secure, great. . . but the author of this article seems to be arguing against versions of the opposition from the past.
3. Its heaven for Xbox gamers —
So what!
4. OneDrive makes life so much easier —
Late to the game and Apple can make a policy change to match. And, not a Windows 10 feature.
5. Hello Microsoft security — Windows Hello is a new security feature that focuses on making sure you are you. It greets users and allows them to log into their device with their face, iris or finger.
Gimmicky and we will see how fast it get’s cracked by photography.
6. The Windows Store has gone better —
They could only go up on this. . . they must be upping their game on how much they have to pay developers. Still not a better selling point for Windows 10.
7. The rise of 2-in-1 devices — It's no secret that 2-in-1 devices are on the rise. Shipment of these products is expected to rise from 235 million in 2015 to 269 million by 2019. With that in mind, Micosoft is preparing for it with the development of Continuum.
How is this a Windows 10 feature?
8. Office apps are a cha--cha-changing — Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 users will have access to new universal Windows applications for Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Additionally, it's worth noting that the apps will all be available for purchase separately, meaning you don't need to invest in the whole Microsoft Office suite if you only want one program.
WHEE! You can buy only one app. . . that’s a feature?
9. Selective business updates make IT life easier — With Windows 10, Microsoft will roll out the Windows Update for Business. This update will come with distribution rings, where IT professionals can choose which devices receive updates. Additionally, IT will be able to decide when updates should - and should not - occur, according to specific time frames.
Peer-to-peer delivery will enable IT to roll out updates in line with the various bandwidths of company branches. Finally, the Enterprise Mobility Suite and System Center can be integrated seamlessly with the update as well. Overall, Microsoft aims to reduce management costs with the Windows Update for Business.
This sound like a great means of spreading malware. . . have they really thought this through?
10. Windows 10 tackles cyber security concerns — Like Windows 8 and 8.1 before it, Windows 10 will come with Windows Defender, the company's free anti-malware protection. Microsoft has also stressed its commitment to provide ongoing security updates for the supported lifetime of its devices. It's a far cry of the built-in security that comes on Macs and Chrome OS, which is to say none really.
We’ve heard this song-and-dance before. . . and that last sentence is false.
Actually, MS has been the leader in voice recognition long before Apple had Siri. But Cortana has been proven to be much, much more sophisticated at this point in time.
Wrong! I really don’t want a machine making decisions on where I want to go on the Internet.
Your machine already does this when you do a search. If it doesn't, then YOU are out of date.
Gimmicky and we will see how fast it get’s cracked by photography.
The MS facial recognition has been proven valid for prevention of using photographs already. It is far more sophisticated than the poorly implemented fingerprint login used by Apple that pales in comparison to that used by Lenovo for over a decade.
How is this a Windows 10 feature?
If you did not see it, Continuum allows you to connect your mobile phone to a display, keyboard and mouse and use it as a PC. Since the mobile device runs Windows 10, it will switch from mobile to desktop mode and you can edit PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc just using the processor in your phone. It is an impressive convergence. You should check it out. Search MS Continuum.
One drive was introduced with win 8.1 in 2013..so it is not new but is still a feature included in win 10 which is good for some people..I use a networked drive for backup and I move a copy off site.
I don't recall ever seeing this particular list of features in a previous release.
Anybody else remember "hearing this song and dance" before?