14 DAY TRIAL // We’ve known for a while that Microsoft is working on some pretty big changes for Windows as a whole, and this time, the overhaul wouldn’t necessarily come to new features going live in the operating system, but to a new approach whose purpose is to expand the ecosystem.
So while the next Windows 10 feature update is likely to be just a minor release coming in the form of a quality update, a more exciting release is the one of Windows 10X, which is expected to happen at some point in the spring.
And according to Microsoft leaker WalkingCat, the operating system could eventually land as “The New Windows,” with the official announcement to be shared as soon as the next month.
In other words, Windows 10X could be called “The New Windows” and see the daylight in March, if the leak is accurate.
Windows 10 21H1 also around the corner
Windows 10X, however, wouldn’t be offered as a standalone operating system for users but only land as pre-installed on new devices.
Windows 10X was originally projected to be installed on dual-screen devices, but the plan has since changed and the new OS would first go live on single-screen computers.
In the meantime, Microsoft is also giving the finishing touches to Windows 10 21H1, a feature update for the full version of the operating system.
“Based on feedback and learnings during the past year of extensive remote work, learning and play, version 21H1 will be delivered with servicing technology (like that used for the monthly update process and how 20H2 was delivered). Windows 10, version 21H1 will have a scoped set of features improving security, remote access and quality. The features we are releasing in this update are focused on the core experiences that customers have told us they’re relying on most right now. So, we optimized this release to support our customers’ most pressing needs,” Microsoft said.
Windows 10 21H1 is expected to launch in April or May.