The document summarizes the key changes and updates coming in JDK 9. Major changes include making Java modular with Jigsaw, which will define modules for the JDK and restructure source code. Internal APIs will be encapsulated and deprecated. Other changes include improved concurrency support with reactive streams, a new stack walking API, enhanced process handling, and an HTTP/2 client API. The release schedule is outlined, with general availability planned for March 2017.