If you haven't received the Windows 10 Creators Update through Windows Update yet, don't worry: you're not alone. Microsoft initially offered the option to install the update manually, but the company has changed its stance. Redmond's plan is to work in phases, using telemetry from early installations and user feedback to detect problems and complete the rollout without hiccups. As a result, the official recommendation is to wait.
The Phased Rollout
After a week with Windows Update disabled, I was surprised to see that my two Windows 10 devices hadn't installed the Creators Update. I thought something had broken, but a quick search confirmed otherwise. In fact, statistics indicate that only 10 percent of computers received the update. The definitive answer came from a post on the official Windows blog, which again discussed a phased distribution of the Creators Update. The so-called 'phase 1' focuses on new computers and official Microsoft devices (like the Surface line), while the rest will have to wait a bit longer. Technically, you can force the update—an action we've already covered—but Microsoft's recommendation boils down to three words: Don't do it.
Why You Should Wait
The company received a significant amount of information through its telemetry platform and the feedback tool users use to report issues, and it's clear that the Creators Update carries some unresolved compatibility and/or stability details. The announcement describes a very specific case of Bluetooth connectivity errors with Broadcom chips, but if there's anything in the operating system that could be potentially problematic, Windows Update's decision is to block the update until further notice.
Of course, you can ignore that block by downloading the Creators Update at your own risk. If something starts acting up, Microsoft asks you to share all relevant technical details to find a solution as soon as possible. In the worst case, you can roll back to a previous version, but personally, I join the recommendation to wait. At the same time, I'm still not convinced that this automatic update approach is the best, and the idea of relying on users as beta testers bothers me a lot.
For the official announcement, see the Windows blog post.
