Microsoft today announced that Windows 10 will be arriving officially on July 29th. The software giant previously gave hints that Windows 10 would launch in the summer time frame and AMD CEO Lisa Su indicated likewise, but now users have a date to look forward to.
Users of Windows 7 and 8.1 are also receiving taskbar notifications of a free upgrade to Windows 10. Microsoft is pushing Windows 10 as an even bigger release than Windows 8 was, and you'll be able to upgrade to the same SKU (example: Home edition to Home edition) for free. Of course, if you're willing to pony up for more features, other SKUs will be available too.
There were previous indications from Microsoft that users with pirated copies of Windows 7 and 8.1 would have "attractive" options for getting Windows 10, but no confirmed word yet on what those options are. Although we're pretty certain that if you're pirating Windows already, Windows 10 will be "free" for you anyway.
Some notable features of Windows 10:
- Edge, Microsoft's new browser
- Cortana, digital assistant
- Xbox Live and integrated Xbox app, stream games from Xbox One
- Windows Continuum, flip between desktop/laptop/tablet modes
- DirectX 12
- Start menu
Are you looking forward to Windows 10? What's your most sought after feature? Let us know in the comments.
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