: 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
: Early design prototypes shown at Microsoft events sparked rumors of a "floating" taskbar and a search bar located at the top of the screen. : Microsoft may stick with the "Windows 11"
: Allowing Windows to run lean on low-end hardware while remaining powerful on workstations. Current Status: Windows 11 24H2 vs. Windows 12 : Allowing Windows to run lean on low-end
: Instead of waiting years for new features, Microsoft introduced "Moments"—smaller, more frequent feature drops for Windows 11. : Rumors emerged about a project called "CorePC,"
: Rumors emerged about a project called "CorePC," a modular version of Windows designed to be faster, more secure, and better equipped to compete with ChromeOS. Expected Features (Based on 2022–2024 Leaks)
Concept UI with a floating taskbar accidentally teased at Ignite.