Microsoft still hasn't announced the existence of Windows 12, but it's reasonable to speculate about what might be included in the next major version of the desktop OS based on current trends. In ...

PCWorld reports that Windows 12, codenamed ‘Hudson Valley Next,’ is expected to launch in 2026 with deep AI integration and a modular CorePC architecture. The operating system will likely require NPUs ...

In early March, PCWorld and its German counterpart PC-Welt published articles speculating on a possible release window and feature set for the hypothetical Windows 12 operating system. The articles ...

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Over the past few years, I've highlighted tons of Windows concepts designed by Windows enthusiasts, including "Windows 12.2" and more. But what if Microsoft rebuilt File Explorer from the ground up ...

Microsoft is overhauling its Windows Insider Program and focusing on improving Windows 11 instead of moving to Windows 12. The plan introduces clearer testing channels, more transparency, and senior ...