On 24 June 21, Microsoft unveiled Windows 11 in the Microsoft Windows 11 Livestream Event. And the new Microsoft Windows 11 is looking pretty good. They have revamped the whole windows UI ( glassy look ) and added tons of new features.
Don’t worry if you missed it, in this article we will cover everything you missed.
What’s new in Windows 11
In the new Windows 11, Microsoft went with a transparent, glassy, and shiny design. They have a new Start Menu and moved the Start button to the bottom center, but, worry not, you can always put it back in the left corner. It will be a completely fresh and a whole new experience for the users.
New Features
Snap Layout:- It lets users choose from different layouts when opening multiple apps on Windows 11. And the good thing is, it will remember the layout setting and keep them in mind for later use.
Snap Group:- Snap Groups will remember the apps you were using before an email or call disrupted your work. And will load them back up the same as before the interruption.
Desktops:- Windows 11 lets you create different labeled desktops with different sets of apps you use. You can now personalize each of your desktops with custom wallpapers. You can make one For Work and another for Gaming.
What about connecting to people?
Windows 11 comes with Microsoft Teams Integrated in the windows( No more Skype! I guess! ). Teams integration is coming to Windows 11. Through Teams, users will be able to call or video call anyone. It will not matter if the other user is on a different device, even a Mac.
Widgets are coming to Windows 11
Microsoft introduced widgets in Windows 11. It is a new personalized theme powered by AI to serve you curated content. To access the Widget tool, a dedicated button is available in the taskbar. You can customize, resize or rearrange it according to your needs.
Some other Cool features coming to Windows 11
Windows 11 is a lot more touch-friendly. They added bigger touch targets, visual cues to make resizing and moving windows easier.
They have also added gestures to make the windows adapt to you. In Windows 11, you can use Haptics to make using the pen easy, engaging, and more immersive.
They added a new Touch Keyboard with emojis and gifs and added themes to customize it to your liking.
Windows 11 introduces a cool feature called Voice Typing with Voice Commands. You can write your emails, easy through voice typing( who needs a keyboard anyway ).
Microsoft has also redesigned the entertainment section in the official Microsoft Store to highlight all the movies, shows available.
What about gaming in Windows 11?
Superior Graphics! Games will look better than ever in Windows 11. How? Because of Auto HDR ( they use this technology in Xbox console as well ). It automatically updates your game’s lighting and color to a high dynamic range.
Games like Age of Empire-Definite Edition, Rocket League, Doom 64, and over 1000 games will automatically enhance Windows 11 devices that support Auto HDR. Top-performing PCs will perform faster thanks to Direct Storage API on Windows 11. ( In short, games load faster)
Also, the Xbox Game Pass is built directly into Windows 11 with the Xbox app.
Android Apps coming to Windows 11
Yes, Android apps are coming to Windows 11 ( but here’s the catch! ).
The apps integrated with windows 11 are possible because of the Amazon Appstore. Heres how it works-
It loads the Amazon Appstore for Android apps into the Microsoft Windows Appstore. If you search for an Android app, you will need to sign in to your Amazon account to download it. The first time, you will also have to download the Amazon Appstore as a stand-alone app. From then on, Android apps from Amazon will run like any other Windows app.
Here what the CEO of Microsoft said at the event.
“I’m excited by what we have shown you today. Throughout its history, Windows has been a democratizing force for the world.”
Satya Nadella
When are we going to get our hand on it?
Windows 11 will be available later this year (around September or October).
But for developers or users who are part of the “Windows Insider Program” will get the chance to beta test it for graphics improvement, security and privacy, and other applications.
The Operating System will be available as a free upgrade for Windows 10 users.
What are the Minimum system requirements to run Windows 11?
Minimum system requirements
Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with two or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or System on a Chip (SoC)
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Storage: 64 GB or larger storage device
System firmware: UEFI, Secure Boot capable
TPM: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0
Minimum system requirements
Graphics card : DirectX 12 compatible graphics / WDDM 2.x
Display : >9” with HD Resolution (720p)
Internet connection: Microsoft account and internet connectivity required for setup for Windows 11 Home
Check out the Microsoft official site for more information.
Now, it is still too early to tell whether Windows 11 will be a hit or not. For that, we will have to wait.
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