The next version of Windows, likely to be called Windows 11, will bring a lot of design elements that were part of cancelled Windows 10X operating system. (Image credit: Anuj Bhatia/Indian Express)Today is the day when Microsoft will finally show us the next generation of Windows. At 8:30 pm IST, Microsoft will be hosting a dedicated launch event, where it will announce Windows 11. It’s safe to assume we will learn a whole lot more about the next version of Windows, the world’s most popular desktop operating system.
We know that a Start menu and a centered taskbar will be a part of the revamped user interface, thanks to the recent Windows 11 build leaked over the internet. We will hopefully see Microsoft’s approach to improve the Store app on Windows, though details are limited as of now. Rumour has it that the software powerhouse plans to make its Windows Store exciting for developers.
Microsoft’s CEO Satya Nadella and Chief Product Officer Panos Panay will be present at the event. Anyone can tune in and watch the live event. The company is also holding a developer event later tonight which will focus on developing apps for Windows 11.
The next version of Windows needs apps. Microsoft has been struggling with apps on the Windows Store. The leaked Windows 11 build does not give us a peek into the all-new Windows store we have been waiting to see, but the company has been rumoured to be working on the revamped app store. In fact, Microsoft is holding another event post the main launch showcase where it might reveal how developers can develop apps on Windows 11.
According to leaks, the next generation of Windows has a completely new start menu, home screen and startup sound. The Start menu now has a centred design and is more simplified. Windows 11 will also likely mean the end of the Live Tiles format. Standard icons that show pinned apps, even recommended apps and files are part of the Start Menu.
The livestream will be on the Microsoft website. There is no livestream on YouTube for those who were wondering. You can go to the following link https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/event to watch the event.
Everyone wants to know whether or not Windows 11 be a free upgrade? We don't know yet. But it will likely be a free upgrade. If we recall the first consumer version of Windows 10 was announced as a free upgrade. The move allowed Windows 7 and Windows 8 users were able to upgrade to Windows 10 at no extra cost, but Microsoft put a one year time limit on the free upgrade.