Windows 8 - the successor to the highly successful Windows 7 operating system - will release sometime in Autumn, 2012. The news comes from a Microsoft VP speaking at an event at Microsoft’s headquarters.
Tired of your browser’s start page? Want something fresh? Like Microsoft’s simple yet stunning Metro design language? Got Firefox or Internet Explorer? If your answer to these questions is a resounding YES, then you need to give Eight a try.
Microsoft unveiled Windows 8's new tablet-specific user interface on Wednesday. On that same day, at Computex 2011 in Taipei, Foxconn, Wistron and Quanta all unveiled new prototype hardware that's designed to work with Microsoft's new touch-friendly operating system.
While few would argue that Windows 7 was a considerable improvement over its predecessor, Vista, the current version of Microsoft's desktop operating system still finds itself missing one key feature - it just doesn't play well with touch. In an interview with AllThingsD's Ina Fried, Microsoft showed off some of the new touch-inspired improvements in Windows 8, aimed at bringing the operating system a much needed shot in the arm when it comes to taking on Apple's iOS devices.
Windows 8 Build 7955 has reportedly found its way out in the wild. This is the same build which contains a number of new features which we have been covering in the last few days.
A new video has surfaced, showing Windows 8's built-in Webcam application in action. The one minute video shows off the application's Metro-style interface and is believed to be part of the version of Windows 8 being developed for ARM processors and, in turn, slate computers.
With Microsoft's huge success in getting controller-less gaming to the masses thanks to its Kinect hardware, it will come as no surprise that the Redmond outfit is looking to bring similar technology and functionality to Windows 8.
The leaked Windows 8 Build 7850 includes a number of new features which are currently hidden because they are obviously not ready for primetime use. This includes a new Windows Explorer with Ribbon UI, a dedicated Webcam app, a built-in PDF reader, Advanced Task Manager, and more.
Windows 8 leaks have been steadily finding their way onto the Internet for a couple of weeks now, with new screenshots, videos, and builds appearing on a regular basis.
Inspired by the flattened and tiled based look and feel of Windows Phone 7, the next version of Microsoft’s client operating system, Windows 8, will feature some elements based on the Metro UI pattern.
