Microsoft has unveiled a public Windows roadmap, providing greater transparency into upcoming features and updates. Windows users, particularly IT professionals, have been asking Microsoft for more information about upcoming features. This initiative responds to that request, offering insights into the development process and detailing the current status and projected release timelines for various features.

As noted by ComputerBase, the roadmap differentiates between device categories, specifically delineating features for Copilot+ PCs and standard Windows PCs, reflecting the distinct user experiences within the Windows ecosystem. It encompasses planned features/updates undergoing evaluation within the Windows Insider Program and those being rolled out for public release. The roadmap clearly outlines how to access each feature and provides estimated release windows. Notably, any features that are ultimately dropped from development will be removed from the overview.

The Windows roadmap showcases 26 features at launch. These include Copilot+-exclusive functionalities like Recall and Click to Do, which are currently in preview and undergoing testing within the Windows Insider Program. However, Microsoft has not yet specified a definitive public release date for these Copilot+ features. In contrast, features like the improved Windows search and live translation capabilities are actively being rolled out to Copilot+ users.

The roadmap also incorporates features designed for standard Windows PCs, such as enhancements to the taskbar and File Explorer extensions. These features are in various stages of development, ranging from evaluation in the Windows Insider Program to broad public availability.

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KitGuru says: A roadmap like this for Windows is long overdue, but at least it has finally arrived. 

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