Last week, Microsoft unveiled all the mystery behind the next-generation Windows 11 OS. This all-new Windows operating system is the first product that the tech giant has announced since 2015. To recall, it was 2015 when the Windows 10 operating system was launched.
During the launch event, the Redmond-based company unveiled all the key highlights of this latest Windows 11 OS. The company also announced the official release date for the same. Also Read: Samsung Exynos 2200 SoC in making, to come pair with AMD GPU
Windows 11 OS: Release Date
During the all-virtual launch event, Microsoft has officially confirmed that the Windows 11 operating system will be available to all the eligible customers during Fall 2021. Although the company did not provide any concrete date for the same. But it did mention that all the major OEMs, including Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, and many more, will bring their Windows 11-ready laptops into the market.
The company also confirms that Windows 11 OS will be made as a free upgrade to all the Windows 10 users. Earlier also, Windows 10 was offered as a free upgrade over the Windows 7 and Windows 8 to all the users. Also Read: Windows 11 operating system could launch in October 2021
Microsoft Windows 11: In Making
In 2015, Microsoft announced at the Windows 10 launch event that this would be the last version of Windows. The company commits to providing constant updates to the users. However, six years later, the company has now launched the Windows 11 OS. This Windows 11 operating system will succeed the Windows 10 operating system. Also Read: Windows 11 upgrade could be free for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 PCs
Breaking out its words, the Redmond-based company states that it wanted to provide users with a much more seamless and personal experience. The company wanted to provide its consumers with all the features that they would require for modern-day tasks. To fulfill the consumer’s need, it was highly required to build a new Windows operating system. All these led to the making of Windows 11 as the latest operating system.
Microsoft Windows 11 Features
The all-new Windows 11 OS comes with a completely revamped design. The latest Windows gets a redesign starting from the boot screen. Windows 11 brings all new interfaces, updated icons, and more. Some of the key highlighting features of Windows 11 include a centered taskbar and centered start menu, similar to the macOS centered dock. Also Read: New OnePlus Pad under works, spotted on certification website
Microsoft Teams Integration
Additionally, the Start Menu also gets a new design. This allows users to scroll through their most used apps and other apps in a single click. Windows 11 OS also gets Teams integration. Also Read: Microsoft Windows 365 is available for general public, price revealed, and starts at Rs 1555 per Month in India
The Microsoft Teams allows users to seamlessly interact with each other on the new Windows 11 UI. The all-new widget is located on the left side of the glass window. This allows users to see all the necessary things they wanted in a single place. Also Read: Redmi Smart Band Pro to launch alongside Redmi Note 11S on February 9 in India
Microsoft Windows 11 OS with new Touch Keyboard
Additionally, Windows 11 OS gets more touch-friendly as compared to Windows 10. The latest Windows OS gets an all-new touch keyboard, a larger touch layout, improved snapping, and much more. Beside all this, Windows also gets a Dark and a Light mode too. This is similar to one we already have on Windows 10. But the newer version comes with much better animations.
Gaming improvements
Gaming is another department where Windows 11 excels. The all-new operating system comes with Auto HDR, which will make games look much better on the screen. This Auto HDR feature is already available on Xbox Series X | S. Additionally, the latest Windows also gets Direct Storage API. This feature is also available on Xbox Series X | S. This feature allows games to directly load assets to the GPU. Thus, bypassing the CPU to reduce the load and increase in speed.
Microsoft Windows 11 OS also includes Xbox Game Pass integration directly via the Xbox app. Overall, the complete interface looks pretty neat and clean. It appears more similar to Windows 10X. To recall, Windows 10X was likely to get announced for the dual-screen devices. However, the idea was shelved earlier this year. Also Read: Asus ROG Zephyrus 2021, TUF Series laptops for 2021 launched
New Microsoft Store
With the Windows 11 OS, Microsoft rebuilt the Microsoft Store from scratch. The all-new store gets a much cleaner design with better search options. In Windows 11, the latest Microsoft Store will allow developers to add any type of file extension app. Additionally, developers can use their own commerce engine. It will be allowed to keep 100 percent of their earnings. Also Read:Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G Global, Redmi Note 11S launched
Android app integration on Windows
Windows 11 OS will support Android apps. Users can download these Android apps directly from the Amazon App Store. To help users, Windows supports Android apps directly out of the box. Microsoft is using the Intel Bridge technology. Also Read: Apple Unveils All-New MacBook Air with M2 Chip and Colorful Design
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