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----{{Short description|Upcoming version of Windows}} {{Draft topics|software|computing|technology}} {{Infobox OS|name=Windows 12|working state=Unreleased|GA date=TBA|preceded by=[[Windows 11]] (2021)}} | ----{{Short description|Upcoming version of Windows}} {{Draft topics|software|computing|technology}} {{Infobox OS|name=Windows 12|working state=Unreleased|GA date=TBA|preceded by=[[Windows 11]] (2021)}} | ||
'''Windows 12''' is an upcoming major release of the [[Windows NT]] operating system developed by [[Microsoft]]. | '''Windows 12''' is an upcoming major release of the [[Windows NT]] operating system developed by [[Microsoft]]. Microsoft has not officially announced Windows 12. | ||
== Development and Rumors == | ==Development and Rumors== | ||
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=[[The Economic Times]]|language=en-gb}}</ref> | 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=[[The Economic Times]]|language=en-gb}}</ref> | ||
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> | 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> | ||
== Features == | ==Features== | ||
=== [[Microsoft Cortana|Cortana]] Integration === | ===[[Microsoft Cortana|Cortana]] Integration=== | ||
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. | 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. | ||
=== Default Search Engine and Integration === | ===Default Search Engine and Integration=== | ||
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> | 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> | ||
== Editions == | ==Editions== | ||
Windows 12 is anticipated to launch in various editions catering to different user needs: | Windows 12 is anticipated to launch in various editions catering to different user needs: | ||
* Windows 12 Home | *Windows 12 Home | ||
* Windows 12 Pro | *Windows 12 Pro | ||
* Windows 12 Pro Education | *Windows 12 Pro Education | ||
* Windows 12 Pro for Workstations | *Windows 12 Pro for Workstations | ||
* Windows 12 Enterprise | *Windows 12 Enterprise | ||
* Windows 12 Education | *Windows 12 Education | ||
* Windows 12 IoT Enterprise | *Windows 12 IoT Enterprise | ||
Additionally, Microsoft plans to introduce [[Draft:Windows 365|Windows 365]], 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=[[Microsoft]]}}</ref> | Additionally, Microsoft plans to introduce [[Draft:Windows 365|Windows 365]], 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=[[Microsoft]]}}</ref> | ||
== System Requirements == | ==System Requirements== | ||
Windows 12 is expected to require modern hardware specifications for optimal performance: | Windows 12 is expected to require modern hardware specifications for optimal performance: | ||
* CPU Architecture: [[x64]] or [[ARM64]] | *CPU Architecture: [[x64]] or [[ARM64]] | ||
* CPU Speed: 1 GHz or faster with 2 or more cores | *CPU Speed: 1 GHz or faster with 2 or more cores | ||
* RAM: 4 GB or more | *RAM: 4 GB or more | ||
* Storage: 128 GB or larger storage device; since Windows 12, install Windows to [[hard disk drive]] is not supported | *Storage: 128 GB or larger storage device; since Windows 12, install Windows to [[hard disk drive]] is not supported | ||
* System Firmware: [[UEFI]] and [[Secure Boot]] capable | *System Firmware: [[UEFI]] and [[Secure Boot]] capable | ||
* [[Trusted Platform Module]] 2.0 | *[[Trusted Platform Module]] 2.0 | ||
* Display: High resolution (720p), 8 bits per color channel, and more than 9 inches across | *Display: High resolution (720p), 8 bits per color channel, and more than 9 inches across | ||
Certain features such as [[Windows Subsystem for Linux]] and [[Windows Mixed Reality]] 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> | Certain features such as [[Windows Subsystem for Linux]] and [[Windows Mixed Reality]] 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> | ||
== Pricing == | ==Pricing== | ||
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> | 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> | ||