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Windows 12 is releasing on 2024 (candidates for moving) |
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'''Windows 12''' is an upcoming major release of the ] operating system developed by ]. While Microsoft has not officially announced Windows 12, speculation and leaks suggest it could be released in 2024, following a traditional 3-year release cycle for Windows operating systems.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Windows 12 set to arrive in 2024 with focus on AI, updates and security|url=https://www.techadvisor.com/article/745965/will-there-be-a-windows-12.html|access-date=2023-05-31|website=Tech Advisor|language=en}}</ref> |
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== Development and Rumors == |
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Reports from industry insiders and leaks have hinted at new features and improvements in Windows 12. At the Microsoft Ignite conference in 2022, glimpses of a revamped user interface with a floating taskbar and integrated widgets were showcased, potentially indicating a new direction for user interaction.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2023-04-06|title=What to Expect in Windows 12: Leaks, Rumors, and More|url=https://uk.pcmag.com/migrated-3765-windows-10/146311/what-to-expect-in-windows-12-leaks-rumors-and-more|access-date=2023-05-31|website=PCMag UK|language=en-gb}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2023-04-06|title=Is there any update on Windows 12 release date? Here's what we know|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/is-there-any-update-on-windows-12-release-date-heres-what-we-know/articleshow/111937384.cms?from=mdr|access-date=2024-10-12|website=]|language=en-gb}}</ref> |
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During Build 2023, Microsoft executives discussed plans for the "next generation of Windows," underscoring anticipation for significant updates and innovations.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.windowslatest.com/2023/06/12/windows-12-microsoft-quietly-hints-at-next-gen-windows|title=Windows 12? Microsoft quietly hints at next-gen Windows|date=Jun 12, 2023|first=Mayank|last=Parmar}}</ref> |
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== Features == |
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=== ] Integration === |
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Windows 12 is expected to continue supporting Cortana, Microsoft's digital assistant, aimed at enhancing productivity and user interaction.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/what-is-cortana-953e648d-5668-e017-1341-7f26f7d0f825|title=What is Cortana? - Microsoft Support|website=support.microsoft.com}}</ref> Potential updates may include improved functionality and integration with other Microsoft services. |
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=== Default Search Engine and Integration === |
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Bing is likely to remain the default search engine and integral part of Windows 12, providing seamless search capabilities and integration across the operating system.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/using-the-new-bing-on-the-windows-taskbar-80111a27-6b06-4951-9c2d-9cf4556fb75b|title=Using the new Bing on the Windows taskbar - Microsoft Support|website=support.microsoft.com}}</ref> |
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== Editions == |
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Windows 12 is anticipated to launch in various editions catering to different user needs: |
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* Windows 12 Home |
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* Windows 12 Pro |
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* Windows 12 Pro Education |
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* Windows 12 Pro for Workstations |
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* Windows 12 Enterprise |
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* Windows 12 Education |
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* Windows 12 IoT Enterprise |
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Additionally, Microsoft plans to introduce ], a subscription-based service offering cloud-based access to Windows 12.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-365/all-pricing | title=Windows 365 Cloud PC Plans and Pricing for Enterprise | Microsoft | website=] }}</ref> |
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== System Requirements == |
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Windows 12 is expected to require modern hardware specifications for optimal performance: |
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* CPU Architecture: ] or ] |
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* CPU Speed: 1 GHz or faster with 2 or more cores |
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* RAM: 4 GB or more |
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* Storage: 128 GB or larger storage device; since Windows 12, install Windows to ] is not supported |
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* System Firmware: ] and ] capable |
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* ] 2.0 |
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* Display: High resolution (720p), 8 bits per color channel, and more than 9 inches across |
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Certain features such as ] and ] may be specific to x86 and x64 architectures.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/gadgets-news/next-generation-intel-processors-to-support-windows-12/articleshow/98355450.cms|title=Next-generation Intel processors to support Windows 12|newspaper=The Times of India |date=March 2, 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.tomshardware.com/news/microsoft-is-designing-new-processor-for-windows-12-report|title=Microsoft Reportedly Making New CPU for Windows 12|first=Mark|last=Tyson|date=May 2, 2023|website=Tom's Hardware}}</ref> |
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== Pricing == |
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The pricing strategy for Windows 12 is expected to mirror that of Windows 11, offering one-time purchase options likely around $139 for Windows 12 Home and $199 for Windows 12 Pro.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://beebom.com/windows-12/|title=Windows 12: Release Date, Expected Features, Price, Hardware Requirements, and More|first=Arjun|last=Sha|date=July 29, 2022|website=Beebom}}</ref> |
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== References == |
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Comment: This is a pretty clear failure of WP:NOTCRYSTALBALL. Misplaced Pages is not a website for unverified product rumours about future versions of Windows. Reading the sources, there's no real information about Windows 12. It hasn't even been announced yet. I'll quote the relevant paragraph of the linked policy here: