Windows 12 ARM/UX Vision – A New Era for New Era for Portable Devices
Windows 12 ARM/UX is not meant to be another copy of iOS or Android. It is a bold return of Windows to ARM/UX devices, built on the same unified core as desktop Windows, optimized for ARM, and designed to be fast, clean, and secure. 🔹 Core Principles 1. Unified Kernel • Same Windows core as desktop, optimized for ARM (Qualcomm, MediaTek, Exynos). • Easier development and consistent performance across devices. 2. No Translation Layers • No EXE emulation in sandbox. • Sandbox reserved only for AI tasks running locally or in the cloud. 3. Android Compatibility • Efficient support for Android apps. • iOS compatibility excluded to keep the system lean. 4. Pure and Modular System • No unnecessary pre‑installed apps. • Copilot and system apps downloaded only when the user needs them. • System size capped at ~15 GB. 5. Lumia‑Level Imaging • High‑quality photos and videos, with advanced codecs and stabilization. • AI photo editing runs locally in sandbox, never sent to the cloud. 6. DirectX Optimized for ARM • DirectX as the graphics foundation, tuned for ARM GPUs. • Balanced CPU/GPU load to prevent overheating and preserve performance. 7. Security First • Enhanced Windows Defender with phishing protection for social networks. • Windows Hello+ with ultrasonic fingerprint and retina unlock. 8. Smart Power Management • When the screen is off, only essential tasks run (~0.1% CPU for notifications). • Camera and microphone disabled by default for privacy. • User can allow exceptions if needed. 9. Payments • Support for Google Pay. • Option for a new Microsoft Pay that combines Microsoft and Google accounts. 10. Productivity Incentive • Free access to Microsoft Office apps for one year as a launch bonus. 🔹 Why This Matters • Not another clone – Windows 12 ARM/UX would stand apart with its own identity. • Developer‑friendly – unified kernel, modular services, and clear APIs. • User‑first – privacy, performance, and productivity at the core. • Future‑ready – AI, cloud, and ARM optimization built in from day one. 📝 Call to Action This is a vision for a fast, clean, and modern Windows on Portable Devices If you believe Windows deserves a true comeback in Portable Devices, let’s discuss it here and shape the future together.Kikero’s Windows 12 Proposal Series – Modular Runtime, Vulkan API, Developer Strategy
I'm an Insider Tester and System Strategist. I've published a series of suggestions for upgrading to Windows 12 on the Feedback Hub. I'm sharing them here for the wider community. Part 1: Modernizing the Core and Application Ecosystem & Developer Strategy Continuation https://aka.ms/AAya0if https://aka.ms/AAy9l7o Part 2: Optional Graphics API Layer – DirectX/Vulkan Switch & Extended Implementation https://aka.ms/AAya0ih https://aka.ms/AAy9l7p https://aka.ms/AAya0ik Challenge: If you like the suggestions, support them by voting in the Feedback Hub. Your feedback can influence the future of the system.Kikero’s Windows 12 Proposal Series – Modular Runtime, Vulkan API, Developer Strategy
I'm an Insider Tester and System Strategist. I've published a series of suggestions for upgrading to Windows 12 on the Feedback Hub. I'm sharing them here for the wider community. Part 1: Modernizing the Core and Application Ecosystem & Developer Strategy Continuation https://aka.ms/AAya0if https://aka.ms/AAy9l7o Part 2: Optional Graphics API Layer – DirectX/Vulkan Switch & Extended Implementation https://aka.ms/AAya0ih https://aka.ms/AAy9l7p https://aka.ms/AAya0ik Challenge: If you like the suggestions, support them by voting in the Feedback Hub. Your feedback can influence the future of the system.
