Dec 07, 2023 19:00:00

Information on the next major update of 'Windows' leaks, what are the major AI functions expected to appear?

Windows-related news media Windows Central reported on an update rumored to be released in 2024. It is unclear whether it is a major update to Windows 11 or 'Windows 12' which

will be provided in a subscription format , but some detailed features have been revealed.

EXCLUSIVE: Microsoft reads 'groundbreaking' AI-focused Windows release as new leadership takes the helm | Windows Central
https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/exclusive-microsoft-readies-groundbreaking-ai-focused-windows-release-as-new-leadership-takes-the-helm

Microsoft plans big 2024 Windows release heavy on AI and 'groundbreaking' features - Neowin

https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-plans-big-2024-windows-release-with-heavy-on-ai-and-groundbreaking-features/

According to Windows Central, at the time of writing the article, development of the next major Windows update called 'Hudson Valley' is underway. By the way, the code name for Windows 11 was 'Sun Valley'.

A major new feature for Hudson Valley is the introduction of an AI-powered Windows Shell powered by 'Advanced Copilot' that runs constantly in the background and can do things like enhance searches and understand context. Says.

In addition, there will be a feature that allows you to check the history of files and tabs and quickly return to the previous operation, as well as enhanced search functionality on Windows. Even in Windows 11 and 10, you can search for apps and files by pressing the 'Windows key', but it seems that AI will be introduced to the search function here.

Other AI features include '

Super Resolution ,' which uses NPU hardware to improve the image quality of videos and games, enhanced subtitle and translation functions, and 'AI-powered wallpaper,' which identifies layers in images and creates parallax effects. It is said that there is.

Other than AI, a dedicated 'Creator' area will be added to the Start menu and File Explorer, and shortcuts will be provided to jump to 'Word', 'PowerPoint', etc. Microsoft is also making improvements to battery consumption, with sources saying that certain hardware will be able to extend battery life by up to 50%.

Windows Central points out that changes have been made to the Windows update cycle, and from now on, major feature updates will only be done once a year. Hudson Valley is expected to arrive in September or October 2024 at the latest. OEM manufacturers say they plan to ship hardware compatible with the new Windows as early as June 2024.

It is unclear whether the next update will be an enhanced version of Windows 11 or Windows 12. However, of the 1.4 billion Windows devices running around the world , fewer than half will be running Windows 11 at 400 million as of fall 2023, so Microsoft, wanting to avoid segmenting its users, has released a major update called Windows 12. There is also a view that it may not be sold as a '.'