T440s upgrade to Windows 8.1 ?

Hi, I'm wondering what users experience has been upgrading to Windows 8.1 (from stock windows 8) on the ThinkPad T440s? I've read a lot of reviews with people saying the upgrade did not go so well and various subsequent issues with drivers, not functioning properly etc. If you had a smooth upgraded from windows 8 to 8.1 please let us know! Thanks
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Hi,
Welcome to Lenovo Community Forums!
Windows 8.1 has enhanced basic features such as search, improved built-in apps such as the Mail and Better SkyDrive integration. On top of that, Start button is back, Performance improved, more ways to personalize your PC.
To understand more features that has been included in Windows 8.1, visit here.
I would suggest you to have a look at the Knowledgebase created by Mark_lenovo to have a better picture regarding the upgrade.
For installation details and instructions, visit here and choose the topics listed under ThinkPad.
Hope this helps!
Best regards,
Mithun.
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