Windows 10 Mobile Insider 10586.71 Update Now Available on Fast Ring

After a very long break, Microsoft Windows 10 Mobile team has finally rolled out an update to Fast Ring configured devices with vision no bumped up to 10586.71 from 10586.63. While this only a minor update, it does bring a lot of bug fixes, and performance improvement. Last week, Microsoft rolled out a configuration update, and according to Gabe Aul, those devices will see improvement in performance.

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He shares:

We have been working on addressing Windows Insider feedback of the update experience and today many Insiders will get to try out these fixes. Windows Insiders that downloaded the Configuration Update that was published on Friday, or has a device that was automatically updated over the weekend, will experience improvements in the performance and reliability of receiving this Cumulative Update.  But don’t worry if you have not yet downloaded the Configuration Update to your device, it will be included in the download with this update.

So what are the fixes for 10586.71 ? Here is the list:

  • Windows Update performance and reliability improvements
  • Improvements in migration of data profiles and messaging settings when upgraded from Windows Phone 8.1.
  • SensorCore API’s are now upgraded correctly from Windows Phone 8.1; allowing applications, including many fitness applications, to correctly access movement data.
  • SD card detection has been improved on boot and after insertion; File Explorer now handles the removal of an SD card when the default for apps or photos are set to SD.
  • Improvements in the Edge browser, including PDF rendering.
  • Bluetooth improvements when re-connecting to already paired devices and cars; turn by turn directions, and when using Cortana with the Microsoft Band.
  • Improvements in Settings when downloading Maps or changing Quick Settings.
  • Reinstalling Groove Music from the Windows Store no longer causes DRM music playback issues. Groove Music local song collections are now more quickly imported within the application
  • Device power improvements after listening to music, after missed phone calls when iris detection is disabled, and when downloading updates.
  • In app purchases now work correctly when cellular data is disabled.
  • Improvements to the reliability of Kids Corner.

While it is unfortunate that Windows Phone 8.1 users are still stranded to get an official update, but nothing stops you from trying out Windows 10 Mobile Insider to get an update right now. It will be buggy here, and there but for most of the part it will work nicely. Find out how you can update here.

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