New set of screenshots of Microsoft's Windows 10 for phones platform have been leaked to the Web revealing some new functions and apart from user interface changes that may arrive in the final consumer version. The images do not show the build number of the OS running on the handset, but are claimed to be from an as-yet-unreleased 8.15.12521 build.
Leaked by Polish website Windowsmania (via WMPoweruser), the Windows 10 for phones build 12521 seen in the images sports several new features, such as the inclusion of LED notifications for phone updates, Windows Store, and other apps. This also triggers the rumour of future Microsoft Lumia devices featuring LED hardware design. Currently, the Lumia 730, Lumia 735, and Lumia 930 feature an LED notification light.
The screenshots also suggest that users would be able to change or delete their primary Microsoft account from the Windows 10 device without resetting their handsets. On deleting the account, all the apps installed by the user will be removed. Additionally, like Windows 10 for desktops, the Windows 10 for phones will also let users set which apps can use the onboard microphone. Customisation of sync settings are also possible.
Another change seen in the screenshots is the new circular user avatar, which until now in Windows Phone 8.1 was square. New sleek oval shaped toggle buttons are also seen in the leaked screenshots, as well as new wire-frame status icons. Also seen is the ability to import or export contacts from SIM card, as well as the new Messaging and People apps.
In the meanwhile, an unreleased Microsoft Windows 10 build for desktops was leaked via torrent websites revealing more features. Build 10036 of the Windows 10 Technical Preview reportedly sports new icons, functions and the use of peer-to-peer (P2P) protocol for updates. A transparent Start Menu button, a new user interface for Wi-Fi connectivity, new task view virtual desktop are other features inside the leaked OS build 10036.
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