The company says that a new build is on its way

Oct 14, 2014 11:36 GMT  ·  By

Microsoft confirmed in a blog post this morning that a new Windows 10 Preview build would be released very “soon,” but no other specifications on the features to be included in this version were actually provided.

Joe Belfiore, who also shared some new statistics regarding the original testing build of Windows 10, revealing that more than 1 million people downloaded the first version, said in a post that “a new build should be coming soon too,” while at the same time encouraging people to continue sending feedback and thus help the company shape the new operating system.

As we’ve recently reported to you, we’ve heard that new improvements could be released to Windows 10 Preview users as soon as today, as part of Microsoft’s very own Patch Tuesday rollout.

While Belfiore didn’t specifically mention that, he confirmed that Windows 10 Preview could be updated in the coming days, so if it’s not happening today, expect new improvements to ship to users by the end of the week.

Bug fixes and performance improvements, but no new features

What we’re hearing right now is that the upcoming build of Windows 10 Preview could come with bug fixes and performance improvements, so it might not bring any new features or major differences as compared to the original version.

And still, there are some chances to see a couple of new options unlocked in the upcoming build, including the notification center that was already available in the first build, but locked for everyone running it.

Microsoft has obviously decided to keep these details secret, but a lengthy blog post detailing the changes it made to the new version is expected after the download links go live.

Improvements based on consumer feedback

Some of the changes that might be included in this fresh build are expected to be based on consumer feedback, so Microsoft will most likely use it to demonstrate that it’s indeed listening to what you’re saying and is tweaking the operating system in a way that would better tackle your needs.

Belfiore has already said in his post that feedback plays a key role for the development of Windows 10, so he expects users to continue sending suggestions until the full product comes out.

“Even though we’re just two weeks into this huge collaborative project, we’re learning a lot and we’re working hard to keep up with your enthusiasm and passion. Overall, we’ve all been stoked to see the Windows Insider Program grow into a community of people actively participating and excited to help us build Windows 10,” he added.

Windows 10 is expected to debut in April 2015, but until then, a consumer preview should also see daylight early next year with many new features.