News/Discussions On Windows Upcoming Products: W8.1Update-x;W365;WThreshold;Win9

Discussion in 'Windows 8' started by FaiKee, Jun 8, 2014.

  1. Shenj

    Shenj MDL Expert

    Aug 12, 2010
    1,555
    654
    60
    Or... just place the link inside this zip View attachment Windows Update.zip into %localappdata%\Microsoft\Windows\WinX\Group3 (or any other group, even Group0 Group4 etc works)
     
    Stop hovering to collapse... Click to collapse... Hover to expand... Click to expand...
  2. sM4llziE

    sM4llziE Guest

    FaiKee is right when he says Threshold is being developed in the 9600.xxxxx build range, but that doesn't mean Threshold won't be called Windows 9. Do keep in mind that Threshold was always intended as being an update for Windows 8.1, but with Windows 8 as a brand tanking so hard, I believe changes are being made to make Threshold a more broad release.

    Hence the rumors about Threshold being free for Windows 7 users. Much like Windows 8.1, Microsoft will release Threshold as if it was a brand new operating system, and you could technically call it that considering all the UX changes that are coming.

    For the record, I'm still yet to hear about anything after Threshold. WZ is correct in saying there will be no more updates after Update 2 for Windows 8.1, the next big thing is Threshold.

    Admittedly, the info I'm relaying here is a little old. Meaning Threshold could have easily jumped over to the 97xx development builds. But from what was a definite thing a while ago, Threshold was being developed in the 9600.xxxxx range. FaiKee claims 97xx is something after Threshold? It's definitely possible.
     
  3. BAV0

    BAV0 MDL Expert

    Aug 25, 2011
    1,028
    1,315
    60
    Very interesting!
    We know the 97xx builds exist, so I figured that would be where Threshold development was happening, also because it's a major update, like Blue was for W8. If Threshold is indeed 9600.xxxxx it will most likely be delivered through Windows Update! (Unless MS drastically changed their versioning)
     
    Stop hovering to collapse... Click to collapse... Hover to expand... Click to expand...
  4. sM4llziE

    sM4llziE Guest

    It's all up in the air at this point, as I said this is old information. Threshold could have jumped to 97xx, we just don't know. I would hope that Threshold did jump to 97xx, considering it will be a large release for both desktop and tablets users. We're just going to have to see.
     
  5. PaulDesmond

    PaulDesmond MDL Magnet

    Aug 6, 2009
    6,978
    7,148
    240
  6. Hadron-Curious

    Hadron-Curious MDL Guru

    Jul 4, 2014
    3,719
    598
    120
    I wish entering 'Safe mode' with the F8 at booting as in Windows 7 is returned to coming Windows 8.1(the booting time is too minute to use the F8 key) update.
     
  7. Shenj

    Shenj MDL Expert

    Aug 12, 2010
    1,555
    654
    60
    #467 Shenj, Jul 6, 2014
    Last edited by a moderator: Apr 20, 2017
    Code:
    bcdedit /set {default} bootmenupolicy legacy
     
    Stop hovering to collapse... Click to collapse... Hover to expand... Click to expand...
  8. FaiKee

    FaiKee Misinformation spreader

    Jul 24, 2009
    4,299
    5,804
    150
  9. Hadron-Curious

    Hadron-Curious MDL Guru

    Jul 4, 2014
    3,719
    598
    120
    #469 Hadron-Curious, Jul 7, 2014
    Last edited by a moderator: Apr 20, 2017
    Thank you. I am quite aware of that command. It becomes a problem in a situation when your system crashed and you don't have the opportunity to issue commands at the command prompt.
     
  10. murphy78

    murphy78 MDL DISM Enthusiast

    Nov 18, 2012
    7,466
    11,872
    240
    #470 murphy78, Jul 7, 2014
    Last edited by a moderator: Apr 20, 2017
    You could run that from a windows setup dvd as well, but you have to specify the bcd store and mount the boot partition so that cmd prompt has access (shift-f10 during setup):
    Code:
    diskpart
    select disk 0
    select partition 2
    assign
    list volume
    exit
    bcdboot /store e:\efi\microsoft\boot\bcd /set {default} bootmenupolicy legacy
    obviously change the e: to whatever the letter it assigns to the system partition and use a different disk number if your system disk is not listed first in winpe.
     
  11. FaiKee

    FaiKee Misinformation spreader

    Jul 24, 2009
    4,299
    5,804
    150
    I have read somewhere about it but couldn't test it because I am on multi-boot:

    When in win8/8.1, press shift key all the way while choose power options->restart, then it will reboot to the advanced boot menu(the win8 graphical thing). :D
     
  12. EFA11

    EFA11 Avatar Guru

    Oct 7, 2010
    8,701
    6,729
    270
    yes, open your menu and then hold shift before clicking restart, either at charms bar or the menu from right click start button. It does not work with alt+F4 menu though.

    btw, if holding shift down the whole time, you cannot open the charms bar :D
     
  13. maddog0266

    maddog0266 MDL Expert

    Apr 26, 2011
    1,249
    156
    60
    I dont think I will go for Windows 9.
    I have run the Test Windows 9 and dont like it very much. Have not downloaded the last few builds.
    I like Windows 8 and the update to 8.1 but not 9
     
  14. PaulDesmond

    PaulDesmond MDL Magnet

    Aug 6, 2009
    6,978
    7,148
    240
    you made my day :rofl6:
     
  15. Hadron-Curious

    Hadron-Curious MDL Guru

    Jul 4, 2014
    3,719
    598
    120
    #476 Hadron-Curious, Jul 7, 2014
    Last edited by a moderator: Apr 20, 2017
    That is very correct. I am addressing it from a non-DVD setup approach. However, thank you for the code.
     
  16. Hadron-Curious

    Hadron-Curious MDL Guru

    Jul 4, 2014
    3,719
    598
    120
    Yes, it is possible on a multi-boot system because you are provided a handful time enough to make a choice between both operating systems in your computer. A single-boot system is the other way round.
     
  17. murphy78

    murphy78 MDL DISM Enthusiast

    Nov 18, 2012
    7,466
    11,872
    240
    I kind-of wish they would... It would be risky, and I don't think the customer-base is there yet; but, I think it could work if they somehow got a good advertising campaign and more phone support.
    The customers are still stuck in the apple vs samsung mindset, but with Steve Jobs gone, MS really could make a strong play for the app market.

    I wish they would also introduce higher octane apps like AAA games for app store or something revolutionary.
    Right now they just basically have a lot of time wasters, but they really could do a lot more with the newer app stuff if they wanted to.

    It would have to be a separate thing though if they don't go for the desktop gaming market with apps.
    If they're just going to stick with small time-wasters, they're better-off not bothering even trying to make an app version of windows for desk/laptops.
     
  18. nrvpnchl

    nrvpnchl MDL Novice

    Sep 30, 2012
    33
    2
    0
    Main problem is .... They are taking all the "Metro" stuff as Mobile/Touch friendly. Why there isn't any WinRT app that requires Keyboard+Mouse to work ..Why there isn't any WinRT app that actually uses real power of x86 chips...
    Microsoft must take WinRT seriously, otherwise .... we all know what will happen.:angel_not:
     
  19. cuteee

    cuteee MDL Guru

    Oct 13, 2012
    5,770
    1,004
    180
    I'm tired of reading all posts here. There is no build of windows 9/Update 2, and you talking to the air.