Microsoft has unveiled its next-generation Windows 11 OS after first teasing it at the Build 2021 conference last month. The recently unveiled Windows 11 packs new features, productivity tools and most importantly, a clutter-free look designed for modern PCs and workstations. It appears that Microsoft is making enough effort to make its latest-gen OS equally compatible for touch-enabled laptops. At the moment, Washington-based tech giant Redmond is yet to reveal pricing (if any), compatibility and exact availability details. Meanwhile, Dell has announced that its wide portfolio of PCs will run Windows 11 later this year. Dell said customers purchasing its new PC will be eligible for a free software upgrade once it becomes available.
Starting with the design, the new Windows 11 modifies the app icons that have existed since Windows 95. As mentioned, taskbar icons now appear in the bottom-center of the screen by default, similar to app icons on macOS on Apple PCs with . Microsoft is also rolling out new themes and wallpapers to elevate the clutter-free look. The taskbar, by default, brings new functionality in the form of Widgets, Teams, and Xbox Game Pass apps. Before coming to that, Windows 11 notably added a new functionality called ‘Snap Layout’. It essentially sits on a min-max button that allows users to automatically place a tab on different places of the screen. The advantage of this feature is that users can work with multiple tabs in different sizes on the same screen. Microsoft says Windows 11 updates are 40 percent smaller, more efficient, and consume less battery without sharing precise details.
In terms of productivity, Microsoft has integrated Teams video conferencing app by default on Windows 11. This will allow users to enjoy a smooth performance on smartphones, similar to FaceTime on PCs and connected devices such as Apple hardware. There’s also a widget button that pops up a new screen from the right. Powered by AI, it gets weather updates, news and other important information in a neat panel. The widgets are placed inside a translucent sheet to give it a more clutter-free look. On the desktop, it has a dedicated button on the taskbar, but on the two-in-one, users can activate it by swipe gestures as well. Moving towards gaming, Windows 11 brings a native Xbox Gaming Pass app to the system. This includes games running on Xbox, and users can play them via their keyboard or Bluetooth-enabled gamepad. Xbox Game Pass comes with a subscription, and the company hasn’t yet revealed whether the pricing for PC will remain the same. Plus, there’s a new ‘Auto-HDR’ tool that automatically improves the color and contrast of the game. There is another Direct Storage API which helps in loading the game faster.
The Microsoft Store is also getting an update with a new look and interface. Most importantly, not only can users get in-house Microsoft apps, but it will also include third-party apps and Android apps. Additionally, developers now have the freedom to upload apps in various formats such as Win32, PDA and more. The company says it won’t charge developers any commission, which is a big boost for developers like Adobe. In terms of availability, Microsoft has so far only revealed that Windows 11 will come as a free upgrade to “eligible Windows 10 PCs” this holiday. More details are awaited from the company.
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