2022---windows-12--new-operating-system-already-in-the-works- ◉

Focus shifts to "AI PCs" and the integration of GPT-based Copilot.

: Building on "Copilot," the OS would likely have AI baked into the kernel for system-level automation and search. Focus shifts to "AI PCs" and the integration

: Early design prototypes shown at Microsoft events sparked rumors of a "floating" taskbar and a search bar located at the top of the screen. : Reports indicated Microsoft would return to a

: Reports indicated Microsoft would return to a traditional three-year major release cycle (similar to the gap between Windows Vista, 7, and 8). Late 2022 : Allowing Windows to run lean

: Microsoft may stick with the "Windows 11" branding longer to avoid further fragmenting the user base, given that many PCs still cannot officially run Windows 11 due to hardware requirements. Summary of Key Dates Early 2022 First reports of a three-year release cycle. Late 2022

: Allowing Windows to run lean on low-end hardware while remaining powerful on workstations. Current Status: Windows 11 24H2 vs. Windows 12