Microsoft has announced the first Technical Preview of Windows 10 for phones, which is now available for those who are "Windows Insiders."
However, it's not too hard to become a Windows Insider yourself. If you're thinking about installing the Windows 10 Technical Preview for phones, there are a few things to consider. Before you do, go through this step-by-step guide on how to do it yourself.
It's important to remember that since this isn't the final version of Windows 10 for smartphones, this Technical Preview will be buggy. In fact, it's got a long way to go before it reaches the final version.
For that reason, you should think long and hard before you install Windows 10 on your main phone. Things will be broken, and users might not even be able to complete what they think should be a basic task. Not only that, but many apps are likely not to work because of the fact that they were developed for Windows 8.1.
Being a Microsoft Insider also means giving feedback on the product that you're testing. It is expected that you will give feedback on Windows 10 for phones as you're testing it. Not only that, but it's also important to show respect for developers as you're testing. Don't expect apps to work, and don't go leaving 1 star reviews for the Yelp app when it crashes.
Having said that, there are a lot of advantages to joining the program. Through the Microsoft Windows Insider Program, users will have access to new software before almost anyone else, and will be able to consider themselves part of the development process, especially if they give a lot of input and feedback.
Now, onto actually installing the software!
The first step is to join Microsoft's Windows Insider Program. It is through this program that Microsoft gets feedback on its software and the development of it, and it is through this program that you will give your feedback.
Next up is registering your device to get builds as over-the-air updates. This way, when an update becomes available for your device, it can be installed through a normal Wi-Fi or data connection. These builds will be pushed to you automatically.
And that's it! Easy as pie, huh? Now, you will be able to track the progress of Microsoft as we head towards an official release of Windows 10, which is expected later this year.
