So if you're thinking Windows 10 might be for you, here's some extra facts
for new and existing SuperNova users:
What version of SuperNova do I need for my Windows 10 upgrade when it
arrives?
SuperNova 15 will introduce support for Windows 10 and will be available in
all 4 editions for varying degrees of sight loss: Access Suite, Screen
Reader, Magnifier & Reader and Magnifier.
SuperNova 15 on Windows 10 will include the full suite of SuperNova
features that our customers love and rely on, including: True Font
magnification, touchscreen support, lag-free tracking, multiple monitor
support, full screen reader access, Braille display support & Bookshelf
access to thousands of books and newspapers.
When is SuperNova 15 with Windows 10 support due for release?
Microsoft intends to release a series of Windows 10 updates in the first
few days after the initial release on 29th July. To ensure SuperNova's
widest compatibility with these updates, SuperNova 15 will be officially
released shortly after Windows 10. But don't panic! Windows 7 & Windows 8.1
customers have 12 months to guarantee receiving their free Windows 10
upgrade, so there is no need to worry about missing out.
I've signed up to Microsoft's 'Insider Program
<https://insider.windows.com/>' and am already trialling Windows 10.
You'll be pleased to hear that Dolphin will very shortly release a public
beta of SuperNova 15 with Windows 10 support. Sign up to the Dolphin
newsletter <http://www.yourdolphin.com/news_events.asp?act=nls> to receive
immediate notification of the SuperNova 15 public beta, as well as the
latest Windows 10 & SuperNova 15 news from Dolphin. Or follow Dolphin on
Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/YourDolphin>, Twitter
<http://www.twitter.com/yourdolphin/> or Linkedin
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How do I upgrade to SuperNova 15 when it is released?
Customers running v14 and earlier will need to upgrade to SuperNova 15 to
receive support for Windows 10. This is a paid for upgrade charged at the
standard SuperNova upgrade prices. Contact Sales
<http://www.yourdolphin.com/address_details.asp?place=1> or your local
Dolphin Dealer to pre-order your SuperNova 15 unlock code.
I'm looking to buy SuperNova now, should I wait?
There's no need to worry about missing out! Customers buying SuperNova
Access Suite, Screen Magnifier, Reader Magnifier or Screen Reader, (or
upgrading from an earlier version) will receive a free upgrade to 15 with
Windows 10 support.
Do you have any recommendations for me as a SuperNova user thinking about
Windows 10?
Microsoft have published a short list of recommendations for screen reader
and magnifier users moving to Windows 10. SuperNova users are also
encouraged to follow these guidelines. In a nutshell Microsoft suggest:
- Set your default web browser to Internet Explorer
- Use Adobe Reader for an accessible PDF reading experience
- Use the Outlook and Office desktop applications, not the app versions
