Microsoft is going into the weekend with a massive update for those on the Fast Ring for the Windows Insider program. Build 14328 is going out for PC and Mobile users, but it is those on the desktops, tablets and especially Surface type devices which will reap the most benefits. Microsoft just announced the update, and they stress that that this update has a lot of new code in it making it "rough around the edges." That tradeoff, however, is met with what is arguably the largest changelog yet from the software maker! For Surface and devices with active pen support, you will also appreciate the first instance of Windows Ink in this build! Let's get to it! Anything new for Mobile? Before we begin, let's talk about the Mobile update. Microsoft released Windows 10 Mobile build 14327 just two days ago and with 14328 being so close you can surmise that there are not too many new features with this build. Best VPN providers 2020: Learn about ExpressVPN, NordVPN & more Indeed, we are likely getting some bug fixes and improvements, but many of those new features for Cortana and PC syncing should now work with build 14328 on your computer. The headline features Microsoft's changelog for this latest Insider update is nearly 13 pages in length, but here are the highlights of what is new and what to look forward to with the release: Windows Ink

Updated Start experience

Cortana and Search improvements such as Cortana on your Lock Screen

Improvements to Action Center and Notifications

Updates to the Taskbar and Settings app

Ability to switch virtual desktops with your touchpad

Lock Screen improvements

Updated credential and UAC dialog user interface, Skype UWP Preview app, and File Explorer

Improved battery life for Surface and other connected standby PCs

Improved Japanese IME As you can see, Microsoft is unleashing a beast with this update as it brings many of the features announced at Build that is destined for the Anniversary Update due later this summer. There is a bit for everyone here so let's go a bit deeper. Windows Ink

With this update and a Surface or pen-enabled Windows 10 PC users can try out the all new Windows Ink experience. If you recall, Windows Ink was announced at Build and brings the power of the pen to all of Windows 10 including making sticky notes, whiteboard and general drawing throughout the OS. Developers will also now be able to use enable Ink writing tools within their app for users who would like a pen-first experience. Windows Ink is also built into Maps, Microsoft Edge, and Office. If you have a device with an active pen e.g. Surface Pro 4 you can now access the Windows Ink Workspace button found in the taskbar in apps that support Windows Ink. New Start Menu

With build 14238 for PC users can try out the updated Start menu that makes some subtle but worthy looking changes, including: Merging of most used apps list and All apps into one

Power, Settings, and File Explorer are all now in the left rail so that they are always visible

Recently added goes from one listing to three entries

Additional folders added e.g. Documents or Pictures are now always visible instead of hidden beneath the hamburger menu Tablet mode changes – Auto-hide is back!

Also under the new Start settings is the return of the grid experience for app listings in the Start menu when in tablet mode. This grid is an older feature that was never present in Windows 10 and returns from the Windows 8 days, but with some small changes to match the new UI. The feature is accessed by toggling all apps in the left rail of the Start Menu, and it now matches the UI throughout Windows. There is also now a auto-hide taskbar feature in tablet mode, which is something that many users have been asking for since last year and the debut of Windows 10. The setting is found under System > Tablet Mode. The feature acts a lot like the soft keys on Windows Phone: swiping up hides them and swiping up again will bring it back making the action feel very familiar. Cortana on the lock screen

With this release, a user can now optionally call Cortana while their PC is still locked. The feature lets Cortana appear on the lock screen with the same immersive experience as when the PC is locked. The feature also works with Windows Hello and it can be found under "Lock screen options." Microsoft is also a few other Cortana features including: Photo reminders – take a picture of something you want to be reminded about and it will show up in Cortana later on

– take a picture of something you want to be reminded about and it will show up in Cortana later on Shared reminders – Use the Universal Share picker to send things to Cortana so that she can remind you to read that news store or email later on

– Use the Universal Share picker to send things to Cortana so that she can remind you to read that news store or email later on Low battery and Find your Phone – Cortana can now tell you when your Windows 10 Mobile device has a low battery, or you can have Cortana ring your phone if you cannot find it

– Cortana can now tell you when your Windows 10 Mobile device has a low battery, or you can have Cortana ring your phone if you cannot find it No login – Use Cortana right away without having to sign in. This change lowers the barrier for those who are new to Windows 10 and who may not want to sign into a Microsoft Account.

– Use Cortana right away without having to sign in. This change lowers the barrier for those who are new to Windows 10 and who may not want to sign into a Microsoft Account. Deeper file search – Cortana can now search for documents, photos, music and videos stored locally or on OneDrive using search filters. More improvements to file search experiences are coming soon too. Action Center – Better notifications