One Day Left: Windows 10 Creators Update Arriving in April
Windows 10’s next major update is tentatively slated for April. The so-called Creators Update, which was announced earlier last October , will include the recently updated Paint program capable of 3D modeling. About this and much more in today’s news.
- MSPoweruser reports that the final build number of the Windows 10 update will be 1704, which, given Microsoft’s numerical naming scheme, means it will be released in the fourth month of 2017 (’17 04). Other new features include built-in game streaming, VR integration, a new way to manage contacts from the taskbar, and more. [MSPoweruser]
- Chemists say that cough syrup is useless in most cases . For the most part, it’s just a good placebo. In the meantime, doctors say you shouldn’t use cotton swabs as they clog your ears rather than clean them. And as soon as your ears are plugged with wax – kablamo , the people will end. Maybe I should check the last part of the facts. [Gizmodo]
- Dish has unveiled its previously rumored AirTV device . It is a 4K box designed for Sling TV, Netflix and YouTube, but can also integrate terrestrial channels with the addition of an antenna. And it looks like a friendly Super Nintendo. [The Verge]
- NASA joined Pinterest and Giphy last month. Careful. There are many interesting images and animations to watch while you have to work. [NASA via The Next Web ]
- CES will take place this week. What to expect in the post-gadget era? Virtual reality headsets (although Oculus is not this year), TVs (brighter! Cheaper! Plus more built-in apps), new personal assistants like Amazon Echo and Google Home, and self-driving cars. [Gizmodo]