The best of Microsoft in 2016

This is Microsoft's 2016.

Microsoft had a tremendous year in 2016, with several jaw-dropping announcements that have taken the technology industry by storm. Many have even called Microsoft the new Apple, which is a compliment in and of itself. Still, with 2017 fast approaching, it's time to take a look back at Microsoft's biggest moments in 2016 and prepare for an entire new year.

Windows 10 Anniversary Update

This year saw Microsoft release its first major feature update for Windows 10. Dubbed the "Anniversary Update", this release featured improvements to the Start Menu, Action Center, Settings and Microsoft Edge, and introduced new features such as Windows Ink, Windows Hello in the browser, and a whole lot more.

The Anniversary Update began rolling out on August 2nd for all Windows 10 users, and now accounts for around 86% of the Windows 10 market. That's incredible, and excellent news for developers as it means they don't have to worry too much about fragmentation between the different Windows 10 releases.

Windows 10 Mobile also benefited greatly from the Anniversary Update, as it was the first Windows 10 Mobile release that felt complete. It mended several software bugs, improved performance, and brought full Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile much closer together.

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