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Zac Bowden
Zac Bowden is a Senior Editor at Windows Central. Bringing you exclusive coverage into the world of Windows 10 on PCs, tablets, phones, and more. Also an avid collector of rare Microsoft prototype devices! Keep in touch on Twitter: @zacbowden.
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Modern file management
Microsoft reveals brief look at Windows 11's new modern File Explorer UI
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In a brief demo during its "What's next for Windows" event, Microsoft revealed a brand new interface for the legacy File Explorer app that will be shipping as part of Windows 11 this fall. The new File Explorer appears to be the old one with a modern UI on top, and it looks fantastic.
One a year
Microsoft is returning to one major feature update a year on Windows 11
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Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 will be returning to a once-a-year major update cycle, matching the rest of the industry. Throughout the lifecycle of Windows 10, Microsoft attempted to ship two major updates a year, but often struggled with stability and performance issues as a result.
Turn it up to 11
Windows 11: Release date, price, and everything you need to know
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Microsoft's current version of Windows on the market is Windows 10, which would imply that one day a Windows 11 could launch, right? Microsoft is expected to ship a large update for Windows later this year, codenamed Sun Valley, that is said to bring with it a brand new user experience with a new Start menu, sounds, iconography, and much more.
Android on Windows
Microsoft announces Windows 11 will be able to run Android apps
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Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 will support Android apps via the Amazon App Store! These apps will be locally installed, meaning they will show up in the Taskbar and Start menu and not require your smartphone to function.
New Microsoft Store
Microsoft announces new app store for Windows 11 and 10
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Microsoft has unveiled a brand new app store that it plans to launch alongside the release of Windows 11 later this year. The new app store features a brand new design, as well as relaxed policies around what kind of apps can be submitted to the storefront by developers.
Games on Windows 11
Microsoft details how Windows 11 is built for gamers
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Microsoft has detailed how Windows 11 is built for gamers with new improvements such as DirectX 12 Ultimate, Direct Storage, and Auto HDR (high dynamic range.) The company is committed to gaming and says that it's a core part of Windows 11, which is expected to ship later this year.
Chat with me
Windows 11 ships with new 'Chat' app powered by Microsoft Teams
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Microsoft took the wraps off Windows 11 earlier today, and revealed some interesting new changes and additions. One such addition is the inclusion of a new, preinstalled "Chat" app that the company says allows customers to connect with friends, family, and colleagues through Microsoft Teams.
Required
Check out Windows 11's minimum system requirements
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Microsoft has officially announced Windows 11, which means we now know what it takes to run Microsoft's next OS. Windows 11 ships this fall, and has a new set of minimum system requirements that users must have in order to successfully run Windows 11.
Pro-ductivity
Windows 11's new productivity features are supercharged to help you work
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Microsoft has detailed a number of new productivity features that are shipping as part of Windows 11 later this year, including improvements to Windows Snap, virtual desktops, and docking to and from external monitors.
IT'S REAL
Microsoft has officially announced Windows 11!
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Microsoft has officially announced that there's a new version of Windows in town, and it's called Windows 11. The company just unveiled the name and interface at its "What's next for Windows" event, along with when we can expect to get our hands on the new OS.
Hopes and dreams
What we're hoping to see at Microsoft's Windows 11 event
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Microsoft's Windows 11 event less than a day away! That means we're gearing up to become Windows 11 Central, and what better way to kick things off than with a list of things I'm expecting (and hoping) to see announced tomorrow.
More deals
These are Zac Bowden's top 7 Prime Day deal picks
Prime Day is almost over, which means there's not much time left to save big on some of your favorite items. I've been busy scouring the Amazon for the best deals that I think you should be aware of. Let's go!
Deals
These are the 13-inch laptop deals you can't miss this Prime Day
It's the second (and the last) Prime Day of the week, so there's not much time left to find yourself a great deal on all kinds of devices. One such category of devices is 13-inch laptops, which we know are in high demand making this a great time to buy one, but it can be hard to choose. So, here's our roundup of best 13-inch Windows laptops that you shouldn't pass up on Amazon Prime Day.
Deal
This electronic standing frame from FlexiSpot is 37% off this Prime Day UK
In the market for a new standing desk to aid your work-at-home routine? Well, we've got some good news. The E5 electronic standing desk from FlexiSpot is 37% off in the UK for Amazon Prime Day, offering a saving of almost £150! Usually costing £399, you can get the legs for just £250 today only.
Big savings
Grab the top-tier Surface Book 3 for 27% off this Prime Day in the UK
Microsoft's Surface Book 3 is usually an expensive beast of a machine, but today, Amazon Prime Membes in the UK can get 27% off the top-tier model for Prime Day! Usually costing around £2,700, the top-tier Surface Book 3 with a 15-inch display and 32GB RAM can be had for just £1,969 today, saving of £730!
UK deal
Save 28% on the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 this Amazon Prime Day
In the market for a new Windows tablet PC given the recent Windows 11 news? Luckily for you, it's Prime Day, which means Amazon has a bunch of PCs on sale for less than they usually cost. One such device is the Surface Pro 7 from Microsoft which is on sale for just £649, a saving of 28%!
Super cheap
You can grab the Surface Laptop Go for 17% off in the UK this Prime Day
Microsoft's newest Surface "Go" product, the Surface Laptop Go, is on sale this Amazon Prime Day in the UK for just £579.99, a saving of 17% over its usual price. Featuring an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and a Windows Hello fingerprint reader built right into the power button, students and office workers can't go wrong with the Surface Laptop Go.
Deal
Grab a 43% saving on SanDisk's 400GB Ultra microSD card this Prime Day
In need of some more storage on your smartphone or tablet? You're in luck, as Amazon has SanDisk's large 400GB microSDXC Class 10 card on sale for just $39.99 this Prime Day, offering a saving of 43%!
Deal
Save 37% on a new Razer Blade 15 with Core i7 and GTX 1660 this Prime Day
Looking for a new laptop that can quench your thirst for gaming in addition to looking sleek and professional? Well, you're in luck, as on this Prime Day, Razer has its Blade 15 with a 10th-generation Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, and a powerful GTX 1660 Ti graphics card on sale for 37% off!