Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has hinted Windows 11 by calling Next Generation of Windows just before Microsoft Build 2021. Everyone was hoping that there will be demo and formal announcement of product from Microsoft at the yearly developer community conference from Microsoft.
Yesterday, as the history repeats with Microsoft’s new secret products, Windows 11 is leaked online just few hours after surfacing some screenshots on Chinese social media. As the news broke out of leaked ISO, several techies like us couldn’t resist to find the source and get hands on.
What is Windows 11?
Windows 11 has following build properties in terms of Microsoft Windows.
| Product Name | Windows 11 |
| Version | Dev |
| Build No | 21996.1 |
| Windows Experience Pack | 321.14700.0.3 |
| Editions Available | Same as Windows 10 |
What are Main attractions? Features in Windows 11
Main attractions of Windows 11 Dev version are as below.
Re-designed Windows Logo
Windows logo is now rectangular and more modern flat design the the current one.
Re-designed Start Menu
Start Menu inspired by App Drawer in Mobile OS is centered in taskbar and have User Profile Icon and Power button at left and right corner of Start menu respectively.
Also, apps are at the top just like Android App Drawer screen and there is a button to view all apps which brings the listing of applications installed just similar as current Windows 10 menu.
Start Menu in contains the list of documents we have last opened based on Cloud Sync / Windows Timeline feature and suggest in the Start Menu itself.
Re-designed Search Bar
Search bar is inspired by PowerToys, Microsoft has launched on December 2019. Centered inside Start Menu area and includes file and applications. More to be explored on the upcoming days.
Remember, this is an upcoming Build and not even announced. However we have working version circling around community, being unannounced product, there may not be product at all if Microsoft plans to cancel or not launch (Very unlikely).
Redesigned Installation Process
Installation process is more simplified and more pleasant in terms of design. More intuitive design makes experience nice.
Widgets (News & Interest)
Windows 10’s News and Interest is now Widgets as per current version of Windows 11. It has weather widget available but aligned to left by default.
In terms of Notification area, there are no noticeable changes.
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How to download Windows 11 ISO (Build 21996.1)?
Windows 11 ISO is not available for download from official sources and we do not expect anytime soon (at least not in June 2021). But, the leaked build which is targeted for Clients and Consumers is available to download from various sources. We can not guarantee the authenticity of package as it’s coming from third party.
Follow this link, however there are many links available on the internet, we find this one faster and without any adware. This is torrent file and make sure your internet provider and local legal policy allows you to download Torrents.
Want to get Windows 11 officially?
Do not want to use unreleased software or want to wait for official announcement from Microsoft. Here you can wait. Microsoft has scheduled a launch event on 24th June 2021 11 AM Eastern Time which is around 8:30 PM IST. You can add a reminder to your calendar from official Windows Event page.
Issues while installing Windows 11?
You can reach us for any issues faced during installation of Windows. We will try to help you fix them.
WARNING: As we have earlier told you, Windows 11 Insider Builds are beta version of upcoming operating system which are not released and meant for general public. Please do not install these builds in your main system to avoid any possible data crash. Click link to read all posts tagged to Insider Preview Build.
