Microsoft has not provided an official release date for Windows 12. The company has shifted from its traditional, lengthy release cycles, but it is not expected to move to an annual release schedule for major versions. The official release date for Windows 12 remains unconfirmed by Microsoft, but industry experts anticipate a launch between late 2025 and early 2026. This timeline aligns with Microsoft’s historical three-year release cycle for major Windows versions and coincides with Windows 10’s end-of-support date in October 2025. Microsoft announces Windows 12 at Build 2025 (May), releases October 2025. Clean break from Windows 11, new system requirements, traditional upgrade path. Microsoft pivots to subscription-based Windows delivered from cloud. Local installation optional. Explains recent Azure infrastructure investments and “Windows 365 Boot” testing. Microsoft is reportedly working on a new version of Windows to replace Windows 11. In fact, Microsoft has already shown off a prototype new Windows desktop design that could be part of Windows 12 "Next Valley." Here's everything we know. Windows 12 Release Date : When Will It Be? Microsoft is planning on releasing Windows 12 in 2024, according to credible reports. Microsoft is on a yearly release cycle where major updates are released in the fall, so we would expect Windows 12 release date in ...
