In 2015, Microsoft introduced Windows 10, marking the beginning of Windows as a service. Instead of releasing a major new version every two years, the company opted for a continual refinement approach, delivering feature updates every six months. Microsoft referred to Windows 10 as the last version of Windows.
This schedule of two feature updates per year continued until early 2019 when Microsoft released the first update of the year, known as the Windows 10 April 2019 Update, with the version number 1903. Typically, we would expect another major release around that time, but that did not happen. Although the updated version 1909 exists, it is not a significant release like those from the previous three years.
To assist users, I have prepared a FAQ on this topic.
What is Windows 10 version 1909?
Windows 10 version 1909, is the next release to Windows 10, released in November 2019.
What new features are coming with 1909?
Not something big. There are some improvements like Battery, Performance, etc. Two major features I noticed are the creation of a calendar event from the taskbar and Digital assistant like Alexa on the lock screen.
What is the current status of Windows 10 1909?
As of 11/12, Windows 10 1909 was released to public.
What is the build number of 1909?
1909 has an increment of 1 from 1903 build i.e. 18363. The earlier confusions are being resolved which arised during testing.
How much time 1909 would take to Install?
1909 would be distributed more likely as a cumulative update, so it might take around 15-20 minutes to install.
Would there be ISOs available for Windows 10 1909?
Most likely yes after the public release.
Would it be the same for next year’s big 20H1 update and a small 20H2 update?
It isn’t cleared by Microsoft if it was a one-off or it would continue in the future. As per my personal capacity, I find this a good idea. Currently, Fast ring Insiders are testing 20H1 builds scheduled to release on April 2020.
