Here s what to expect.
Windows 11 has been announced for a holiday 2021 release, Microsoft declared overnight. What’s more, the operating system will be available to all Windows 10 users at no charge.
Minimum hardware requirements for Windows 11 were also detailed compatible PCs need a 64-bit CPU, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage a 9″ display with 720p resolution and a graphics card compatible with DirectX12 and WDDM 2.x.
When available, Windows 11 will be rolled out to compatible PCs through Windows Update.
The new operating system comes with a host of new or redesigned features including a centred Start menu, improved Microsoft Store, overhauled UI with softer visuals and rounded corners, the ability to snap apps easier than ever, a host of gaming features and access to Android apps through Amazon’s Appstore. Features like Microsoft’s Teams and Xbox Game Pass will be fully integrated as well.
Holiday 2021 can t come soon enough.
Windows 11 gaming features were today detailed by Microsoft and include the likes of Auto HDR, integrated Xbox Game Pass and faster loading speeds.
“HDR allows a supported game to render a much wider range of brightness values and colors, giving an extra sense of richness and depth to the image,” said Microsoft’s Sarah Bond. “We introduced this tech in our Xbox Series X|S consoles and got an outstanding response from creators and players. We’re excited to bring this groundbreaking technology to Windows 11.”
An HDR-capable is of course required to take advantage of the new feature.