After Microsoft unveiled the latest Windows 11 updates, the idea began to gain strength that a new version of the operating system was already being worked on. It seems that these were more than just rumors and now the information has been leaked. possible date of the expected launch of Windows 12: it would arrive in June 2024.
The recent history of Windows is full of notorious failures, such as Windows 8 or Windows Vista. But since the appearance of Windows 10, back in 2015, It seems that Microsoft has found the right path. Thus, we could see how Windows 11, despite all its initial failures, turned out to be a success. The announcement of Windows 12 could mean that we continue down this same path.
Now that the date is known (although there could still be agenda changes), the big question that everyone is asking is this: What is Windows 12 going to bring us again? To find an answer, perhaps the most sensible thing to do is to take a look at what the jump from Windows 10 to Windows 11. In this case, we could speak of an almost natural evolution: the new system simply expanded the requirements of the previous one and added the TPM, the cryptographic module that, in theory, should improve the security and privacy of the equipment.
The result of all this is that many users switched to Windows, some of them went back to Windows 10 after trying and others didn't even bother taking the leap. It doesn't matter, because they all have more or less the same advantages and disadvantages.
What's new in Windows 12
However, it seems that what is coming is something very different. That is why many computer manufacturers are already preparing their new models for next year in anticipation of the technological leap that could come with Windows 12. Simply put: Everyone wants to bring to market what would be the first PC equipped with an operating system based on artificial intelligence.
Some new arrivals that would come with this new version have already been discussed previously on this blog. Basically, it is the following:
- floating taskbar, with a more modern and minimalist appearance. This is a purely aesthetic change.
- Different partitions. A solution designed to improve the fluidity and security of the system. It is possible that certain files may be located on a drive that is inaccessible to users.
- Integration with AI. All internal parameters of the system would be controlled by artificial intelligence, or by the user.
Windows 12 and artificial intelligence
The arrival of Windows 12 in June 2024, if that date is finally maintained, may represent a revolution in the history of Microsoft. This same year it has already been hinted from Redmond that users who wanted to upgrade their PC to the then still hypothetical Windows 12 would have to change certain components of their equipment. It is logical that this is so, given that The next operating system will have its own artificial intelligence. That means It will need optimized hardware to run.
Although the music sounds good, in practice it is not so easy to translate the idea of ​​"PC with AI." The tests that we have been able to see with the assistant Copilot They have only had a very limited impact. Many users continue to be skeptical of these types of developments, while others seem somewhat disappointed, as they expected much more.
What everyone agrees on is that the future depends on the integration of artificial intelligence into operating systems. The question is finding the most appropriate way to achieve it. That's the big challenge.
Windows CorePC
The other alternative that is on the table is to design a modular operating system that is compatible with all types of devices. In this way, there would be special versions of Windows 12 specially designed for tablets, as well as for laptops and low-end PCs.
The project Windows CorePC Its basic objective is to make the operating system modular and have a high degree of customization. It would be installed on multiple partitions, unlike now where there is only a single partition with write access. In a way, it is about imitate the way other systems like iPadOS or Android work. The big advantage of this is that updates would be safer, more stable and faster.
The idea is good, but it poses many obstacles, such as compatibility with many existing programs and applications. To date, Microsoft's trials in this field have yielded rather disappointing results.
For all this, at the moment it is impossible to know what path Microsoft will choose to take. We will have time to speculate on this in the coming months. But we will surely know before June 2024.