Windows 12 could be another costly upgrade for supporters of Microsoft operating systems. A new report reveals that the AI-dominated OS will require AMD and Intel CPUs with a dedicated NPU. Possibly surfacing in late 2026, the follow-up to Windows 11 may also rely on subscriptions.
  • Brkdncr@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    2 days ago

    MS would be wild to expect people to buy a new machine before 2036. Consumer prices aren’t going to magically fall.

    Either this is incorrect info, a huge flop, or MS really doesn’t care if home users switch to Linux from all the cash flowing in from businesses.

    • atrielienz@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      2 days ago

      I don’t think businesses are going to be getting any CPU’s to make new PC’s during this shortage either. The average budget laptop cost has skyrocketed.