Microsoft Explains Why Not Everyone Gets Windows 10 Version 1709 on Day 1

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Microsoft Explains Why Not Everyone Gets Windows 10 Version 1709 on Day 1

The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update rollout started on October 17, and until now, only new devices received it as Microsoft has embraced a gradual release to computers across the world.

In a blog post today, John Cable, Director of Program Management, Windows Servicing and Delivery, points out that the final goal is to deliver flawless upgrade experience to all devices, as it collects feedback from customers and telemetry data from the first systems getting the update to improve the release for others.

“The Fall Creators Update begins rolling out to newer devices tested by us and our device partners. By starting with machines which we believe will have the best update experience, we are able to get focused feedback on application compatibility and how Windows works with the rich ecosystem of available peripherals like Bluetooth devices or cameras,” Cable points out.

A similar approach was used for the Creators Update as well, and at that point, it took nearly 3 months to complete the rollout, so expect the process to need at least as much for the Fall Creators Update as well.

More devices tested before the launch
Microsoft says it uses all existing feedback channels to determine any potential issues that certain configurations could hit when upgrading to the Fall Creators Update, and based on this data, to decide whether the new OS version should be released to more computers or not.

“We closely monitor feedback from fans and early adopters, through programs like Windows Insiders and Windows Insider for Business, in addition to feedback from our OEM device partners, and customers like you! This helps us determine when to accelerate the release to additional devices. We repeat this process until all compatible devices running Windows 10 worldwide are offered the Fall Creators Update,” Cable adds.

Furthermore, the Microsoft official says the Windows team had also increased the number of devices that were tested before the Fall Creators Update rollout started with OEM and ISV partners, which means a significant number of users should have already received the new OS version on day 1.