Windows 11 has barely been released, Microsoft could already be thinking of the next one: Windows 12. It is a German site which affirms it. However, this does not mean that the OS would be released soon, since the development should take years.
Windows 11 was released recently and brings a new user experience, but remains in line with its predecessor. For the next version, Microsoft could choose to put everything back together. Work could start as early as next month, according to the german site deskmodder.
Thus, the site indicates that the next iteration would enter development from March. This does not mean that the OS will hit the market for a long time, since this work would take years.
Windows 12 could enter development soon
Windows 11 has allowed Microsoft to completely revamp the design of its operating system, introducing transparency, integrated dark modes and various changes to the taskbar. According to deskmodder, the Redmond firm would start from scratch for Windows 12, since its structure would be completely new. This means that we are still very far from seeing it happen, such a development taking years. As a reminder, six years have passed between Windows 10 (2015) and Windows 11 (2021).
However, the veracity of this information leaves doubtful. Deskmodder gives no further details and relies on similar sayings from Swift on Security. The latter had even claimed that Microsoft would consider asking for two TPM chips to install Windows 12… which turned out to be a joke. However, the German site maintains its statements.
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In fact, there is no doubt that Microsoft is already thinking about what to do next, or at least is starting to put ideas aside. But it’s still way too early to start talking about proper development. At any rate, Windows 12 should not arrive before at least 2026, great minimum. As a reminder, Windows 11 was released in October 2021. It is possible to download it from the official website. If you are on Windows 10, your PC will offer to install it if your machine is compatible, if it is not already done.
Source: Deskmodder
