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Where is Windows 12?
Publication: The Verge
Author: Tom Warren
Source published: 05/11/2026, 17:00:00 UTC
Briefing created: 05/11/2026, 18:08:30 UTC
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Briefings
Microsoft is preparing a major desktop OS update for Windows 12, with the RTX Spark launch event in November 2025 serving as a key announcement platform. The update aims to address long-standing issues with Windows 11, including performance bottlenecks and reliability problems, by shifting focus toward quality improvements. While specific release dates are not confirmed, the event marks a significant step in Microsoft's strategy to overhaul its desktop operating system.
Key points
- Microsoft is launching a major desktop OS update for Windows 12, with the RTX Spark event in November 2025 serving as a key announcement platform.
- The update aims to address long-standing issues with Windows 11, including performance bottlenecks and reliability problems, by shifting focus toward quality improvements.
Context
Microsoft is preparing a major desktop OS update for Windows 12, with the RTX Spark event in November 2025 serving as a key announcement platform. The update aims to address long-standing issues with Windows 11, including performance bottlenecks and reliability problems, by shifting focus toward quality improvements.
Limitations
Specific release dates are not confirmed, and the exact scope of the quality improvements remains undefined. The evidence does not provide details on the timeline for the next major release or specific technical changes.
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