
We’ve done a hands-on of the first preview that you can check out right here, but you’ll have to wait until next week to get the full picture. For example, Windows on ARM users will finally be able to emulate 64-bit apps. It’s not just designed though, as there are actual new features on the way. In fact, tons of icons have been redesigned. There’s also a bunch of stuff that was already in preview before the announcement, such as colorful folder icons. Android apps are coming by way of the Amazon Appstore (although not at launch), Teams Chat is getting integrated into the OS, and more. The codename for the new UX is Sun Valley, and if you’re excited about Windows, you’ve probably heard about it.Īside from the new Start Menu, there are, of course, rounded corners as Microsoft sheds the sharp rectangles that it’s embraced over the last decade. There’s a whole new look, and it’s got a new Start Menu, the return of widgets, new Quick Settings, a new notification center, and more. Panos Panay even said that it’s built right on top of the Windows 10 you’re already familiar with. Windows 11 is almost Windows 10 with a major UX refresh, although there are under-the-hood changes too. It started rolling out on October 5, 2021, so you can get it now.

It’s the next generation of Windows and if you’re excited about it, you’re probably wondering when you can get it.
