As Windows 10 reaches its end-of-life, Microsoft is outlining new AI-first design principles for Windows 11, hinting at a smooth transition toward future releases.
According to Windows Design Director Diego Baca, the new design blueprint positions Windows 11 as an OS built for the AI era, guiding future releases with fresh design principles.
Microsoft's Windows redesigns have historically been met with initial resistance from the community. This pattern dates back decades, with notable examples including:
Microsoft is building Windows 11 for the AI era.
Author's summary: Microsoft redesigns Windows 11 for AI.