Foldables are big right now, but the word is currently associated with smartphones. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold are a big reason for this, although the likes of Xiaomi, Oppo and Huawei have all made devices of their own. Even Microsoft got in on the act with the Surface Duo, albeit with a dual-screen design instead of a single screen that folds in half. It was first announced back in October 2019 alongside the Surface Neo, a larger version running Windows 10X. The latter has since been cancelled, but Microsoft is surely still considering a foldable Surface device that can be both a tablet and a laptop. With Windows 12 rumoured to be released in 2024, it could be the perfect opportunity. Here are four big reasons why. 1. Windows 12 is probably two years away…Given Windows 11 was only released last October, it’s no surprise that its successor isn’t expected anytime soon. However, it probably won’t be anything like the six-year gap between Windows 10 and 11. Last month, a Windows Central report claimed that Microsoft was shifting to a three-year update cycle for major versions of Windows. If true, it would mean a potential Windows 12 arrives at some point in 2024. Given the current state of the hybrid market, releasing a new foldable device would be a huge risk for Microsoft. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold and Asus’ Zenbook 17 Fold OLED are extremely expensive and don’t yet make a compelling enough case to replace your laptop and tablet. Two years from now, the situation may have changed significantly. Read a lot more on our special dedicated Windows 12 Board here
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 Microsoft rolled out Windows 11 last year which is already available for most of the supported systems. Now, it is being said that the company has already started working on the launch of Windows 12. The Windows has been possibly named Next Valley. In a parallel piece of information, the Windows 11 23H2 version has been stopped and all the focus has been shifted to Windows 12. According to the leaks, Microsoft will first roll out Windows 11 22H2 in September or October 2022. Microsoft will be following a 3-year release cycle for the Windows operating system. So, considering that Windows 11 was launched in 2021, we can expect to see Windows 12 in 2022’s fourth quarter.
Expected features in Windows 12?
Microsoft has not confirmed anything regarding the features of the upcoming Windows. Still, the company can be seen testing different features in the Dev channel. We can get to see a different kind of taskbar in Windows 12. On top of that, Microsoft is also testing the notification badges for the weather widget. Not only this, but the latest version will also have the ability to copy a phone number, time, and date. We can also get to see some of the mentioned features in the upcoming Windows 11 update too.
Well, we can’t comment on the fact whether Windows 12 will be available for free or not. We can expect that all the PCs that are eligible for Windows 12 will get the option to install it, similar to the way we got to see in the case of Windows 11. On the other hand, you would be supposed to pay for the retail license if you want to run on Windows 12 on a custom-built PC.
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 Windows 12 release date 2024. While a lot of users are yet to brace Windows 10, 11, Microsoft seems to be working on the next iteration of its computer operating system -- Windows 12, which is said to make a debut in 2024, replacing Windows 11 with a new UI and new features. Windows 12 Release Date is said to make its debut in China, India and across the world by 2024. Windows 12 will be available for free on eligible PCs running on Windows 11 OS. Do note that, the availability of the Windows 12 is expected to be limited to PCs with modern hardware. Hence, not all Windows 11-powered PCs and laptops might receive Windows 12 OS. The report suggests that Windows 12 will include features that are expected to come to Windows 11 via the Sun Valley 3 update with a new name Next Valley. As of now, there is no exact information on the new features and capabilities that Microsoft might include on the Windows 12 OS. Just a few years back, Microsoft said that Windows 10 will be the last major OS update from the company, and the brand will continue to add new features to the same to keep it modern and up-to-date. This changed when Microsoft announced Windows 11, the latest computer operating system from Microsoft. As per the latest report from Windows Central, Microsoft is said to release a major Windows OS update once every three years. Hence, Windows 12 is said to make its debut in 2024, possibly with a new UI along with new capabilities. While Microsoft is still adding new features to Windows 11, it is likely to work on stabilizing the same before the official announcement of Windows 12 OS. Hence, Windows 11 will continue to receive security and feature updates for the next two years.
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