Windows 10 Build 15031 slips in handy video and auto-locking features ahead of Creators Update

Windows 10 has an answer for anyone who'd love to mess with your PC when you leave for lunch. The latest Insider Build 15031 includes a new “Dynamic Lock” feature that secures your machine when you’re not around. Another handy new feature is Compact Overlay for launching standalone video windows. Neither is fully operational yet, but it gives us a peek into some of the finer points to expect as Windows 10 moves toward the Creators Update. 

How Dynamic Lock works

Dynamic Lock is a simple, yet powerful (and optional) feature for locking down your PC. If you’ve paired a Bluetooth phone, Windows will periodically check to see if it’s still in range. The idea is if the phone is in your pocket, you’re still at your desk—and the PC can remain on. Once you’ve left the area, however, Dynamic Lock will determine that your phone is no longer in range, and lock your PC after 30 seconds.

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