Windows 11 focus has less on its features and more on its system requirements. Microsoft’s “high standards” have made it incompatible with many hardware configurations, affecting its popularity.
Rumors suggest that Microsoft is developing a new version.
Possible Windows 12 hardware requirements already leak.
As Windows 11’s system requirements have controversial, people are eager to learn what Windows 12 might bring in its bucket.
While its official release is still about a few years away, some early hardware requirement details have surface online, hinting at what the next Windows generation could involve.
As per German publication reports that Microsoft has working on Windows 12, codename as “Next Valley,” since February 2022.
Rumors suggest that Windows 12 could require at least 8GB RAM.
There’s no word on storage requirements, but some rumors Microsoft might drop hard disk drives (HDD) in favor of solid-state drives (SSD) for software installation, as per a rumor that didn’t pan out for Windows 11 but could still happen for Windows 12.
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The new operating system is expect to be compatible with Intel’s 14th Gen Meteor Lake-S desktop processors.
Devices with these CPUs may be among the first to run Windows 12.
As limited information is available on Meteor Lake-S, and no direct connection has made between the component and Windows 12 yet.
While for security aspect, Windows 12 will likely use the same TPM 2.0 Trusted Platform Module as its predecessor for its security crypto-processor.
Microsoft has testing SHA-3 (Secure Hash Algorithm 3) support in a recent Insider Build, which might make its way into the new OS.
Windows 12 might also support the Pluton coprocessor, which launch on Ryzen 6000 mobile CPUs in January 2022.
This feature would further enhance the system’s capabilities and offer increase compatibility with next-gen hardware.
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Release Date of Windows 12
As per reports, Microsoft plans to release Windows 12 in 2024.
It would mark a return to the traditional release cycle of Windows, as major versions were launch every three or four years.
Free Upgrade to Windows 12
Microsoft has made Windows 10 and Windows 11 free upgrades for eligible devices, and we can expect they would not change there policy for Windows 12.
Microsoft has said that it will support Windows 11 until October 2025, which means you will still receive security updates and bug fixes until then.
You can choose to stay on Windows 11 if you prefer or upgrade to Windows 12 when it becomes available.
Expected Features of Windows 12
This is the most exciting aspect of any new version of Windows.
One of the most intriguing leaks we’ve seen is a screenshot of a prototype desktop interface that Microsoft show during its Ignite conference in October 2022.
The screenshot shows some significant changes from the current Windows 11 desktop :
- A floating taskbar that doesn’t span across the entire bottom edge of the screen
- A floating search box in the center of the top edge of the screen
- System icons (such as battery, network, and volume) on the top right corner of the screen
- The weather widget on the top left corner of the screen
These leaks suggest that Microsoft is experimenting with a more minimalist and modern design for Windows 12, which could also affect other user interface elements, such as the Start menu, the Action Center, and the File Explorer.
Other feature that could come to Windows 12 is AI integration throughout the operating system.
- Microsoft has investing heavily in AI and machine learning technologies.
- Windows 12 could use AI to learn your preferences and habits and customize your experience accordingly.
- Windows 12 could use AI to help you get things done faster and easier.
- Windows 12 could use AI to protect your device and data from threats and attacks.
These are some examples of how AI could enhance Windows 12.
NOTE : These requirements could change or vary depending on the edition of Windows 12 you want to install.
