Top ten features from Windows 10 Anniversary update for Mobile

Top ten features from Windows 10 Anniversary update for Mobile

Windows 10 Anniversary update (Also known as Redstone 1 update) was just released for mobile couple days back. One thing that sets apart Windows 10 mobile from its competitors is its very smooth and intuitive user interface. The current build number is 14393. Here's our top ten features from the update.

1.RICH ACTION CENTER : Action center is the most used part of a mobile phone. The anniversary update brings rich notifications and hero images finally to mobile. Any notification that contains images will show up with a big hero image on your action center which is pretty fantastic. Also, you can move the toggles around which is awesome.

2. NOTIFICATION PRIORITIES: With this update, you can actually prioritize notifications of any app into three categories. Top, High and Normal. You can also set the maximum number of notifications you want to see from a certain app so that your action center is clutter free.

3. LOCK SCREEN MUSIC CONTROLS: Most windows mobile fans were waiting for this feature since eternity and its finally here. And it looks gorgeous on your lock screen. Also, this update includes camera toggle for few phones like the 640 and 640 xl.

4. REVAMPED SETTINGS APP: The settings app has been changed slightly akin to the desktop app and it now supports icons for all the settings, which is pretty cool. You can pin any settings to start screen and also the Windows insider program settings are integrated directly into the settings page so you can change the insider rings within settings app just like the PC app.

5. PANORAMA FEATURE: The much awaited panorama feature is here and its fantastic. Microsoft included this feature with the latest camera app update. You can now shoot some pretty fantastic panoramas.

6. SKYPE UWP APP:  One of the biggest app updates with the anniversary update is the Skype UWP which has been completely overhauled. This new app supports new emojis and bots. Also, this app loads faster than ever. Microsoft is about to integrate messaging everywhere with this app in the near future.

7. NEW STORE APP: The Store app has also been revamped with quite a few UI changes. You can also filter the reviews and screenshots according to your preference. It also includes the recent activity for downloads which is pretty fantastic.

8. NEW WALLET APP: Microsoft now supports tap to pay through NFC which is pretty big update. Currently, its only available for US residents.

9. EDGE IMPROVEMENTS: Microsoft edge now supports background downloading and also brings back the much awaited swipe back/forth feature. Also, the UI has been made more aesthetically pleasing. Extensions for mobile are expected in the near future as they are already out for the PC.

10. OTHER IMPROVEMENTS: There are tens of other small improvements in basically every app. The messaging app now supports 'swipe to delete' feature similar to the mail app which is fantastic. You can also undo if you delete a message by mistake. The insider hub is now feedback hub, which is open to everyone including non-insiders and it supports comments section which is pretty awesome. Groove music also has underwent pretty nice UI changes. Make sure to check for app updates after you update your phone.

All in all, this update is a must-have for your phone. It feels so much faster and modern.