August 13, 2025 - It is based on Progressbar 12, released in 2024.[1] [2]An early image of this system was accidentaly leaked by Microsoft at Ignite 2022 event. This is the first Windows version ever to having a floating taskbar ...

August 5, 2024 - I do suspect we might see some ... have exclusive access to features like on-device image generation and Windows Recall. ... All the latest news, reviews, and guides for Windows and Xbox diehards. Microsoft leaked a UI concept in 2022, and this is what it looked ...

March 28, 2023 - Neowin spotted that an image shown at Ignite 2022, which as we reported at the time was thought to represent the successor to Windows 11 – generally assumed to be Windows 12 (but we certainly don’t know that for sure) – has just turned ...

October 8, 2022 - Looking at the image, I think it’s clear that you swipe up to summon it, instead of being there all the time. ... Agreed. I like how every potential upcoming Windows update is now "Windows 12" lmao

September 29, 2022 - Microsoft hasn't 100% confirmed it, but there are strong hints for 12 dropping sometimes between 2024-2025. I found a link showing the leak I was referring to here ... Probably built in AI features and maximum telemetry and spying to profit ...

This is an enhanced version of the original leaked image, and now you can clearly see that it says ‘Next Valley Prototype Design’ at the top, which refers to next-gen Windows. And as you may recall, it shows a very different-looking desktop with a floating taskbar (MacOS Dock-style) that has no system tray. As Brad Sams (VP and General Manager at Stardock Software) further points out on YouTube, this seems to indicate that the leaked pic from Ignite is not just some sort of vague concept Microsoft is toying with, but potentially more of a firm design that shows where Windows is actually headed down the line.

January 10, 2024 - Noteworthy leaks include AI integration, a shift to lightweight modular code, and the codename “Hudson Valley.” · Microsoft Ignite unveiled a glimpse of Windows 12’s potential desktop interface.

From leaked screenshots and cryptic executive statements to Intel’s accidental confirmation, the excitement surrounding Windows 12 is undeniable.

May 31, 2023 - Windows 11 hit its 1 year birthday last October, and there were already rumors about Windows 12 floating around. It seemed early for some speculation, but we vowed to keep our eyes and ears open for when we hear more. Here we are another 6 months later, and more rumors are popping up. Some leaked information from sources working on modernizing the Windows OS shed some light on what we can start to expect from Windows 12.

February 6, 2024 - While it looks like a new version of Windows is coming out next year, we don’t know much about it yet. Microsoft hasn’t even said if they’re going to call it Windows 12 or something else. But based on the leaks and rumors we’ve heard so far, it sounds like it’s going to be a pretty major update.

February 27, 2024 - In any case, we shouldn’t have to wait too long for official information, since Windows 12 is scheduled for next year, if all goes as planned.

6 days ago - Ever since Microsoft “accidentally” ... design change: The Floating Taskbar. The leaked images show a dramatic departure from the last 30 years of Windows design....

November 27, 2023 - 6 months ago, this windows 12 leaked screenshot inspired me to try linux. I finally re-created it. Some stuff were added for personal use. ... This is not a tech support subreddit, use r/WindowsHelp or r/TechSupport to get help with your PC. Welcome to the largest unofficial community for Microsoft Windows, the world's most popular desktop computer operating system! ... A place to imagine a beautiful Windows OS.

There are discussions going on about Windows 12 and some websites even shared installation files and some leaks images and so on, I am posting this to make some clarifications:

October 14, 2022 - An image was shown during a demo at Ignite 2022, where the aim for this design is allegedly trying to better adapt to different devices, such as tablets and mice peripherals. ... Though Bowden says that no code has been finalized toward the ...

October 14, 2022 - Latest Tech News Tech Tech News Microsoft accidentally LEAKS Windows 12 design!