Microsoft recently let its hardware partners get their hands on the final Windows RTM version, Windows 8.1 or Windows Blue OS. Microsoft commented on this release saying, "Unlike past RTM moments, this milestone represents progress in Microsoft’s new rapid release cycle and optimizes the overall customer experience, while highlighting the handoff to OEM partners and wide array of devices expected this fall".
The RTM version was released so that PS manufacturers and other hardware companies can tinker with the RTM version and come up with new products and devices. Microsoft expects a wide variety of innovative products that their customers can use, which will be rolled out later in the holiday season.
The company added the people around the world should expect a wide range of sophisticated and beautiful devices ranging from tablets, lightweight notebooks and versatile hybrids, including an array of devices aimed specifically for the business ecosystem.
However this arrival shouldn’t come as a surprise, as Tami Reller, Microsoft’s Chief Marketing Officer had announced at the company’s Worldwide Partner Conference that the RTM version of Windows 8.1 would be released by the end of August.
Microsoft has made some drastic improvements to the Windows 8.1 operating system. It looks like the traditional Start menu will be returned, and an option to switch between regular interface and Metro Style interface can also be expected. Other improvement include the Internet Explorer 11, improved performance, and better cloud connectivity. This is great, as usually Microsoft releases only Service Packs, and OS upgrades do not happen so quickly. Looks like Microsoft is introducing the concept of quicker software upgrades, to win back its position as one of the best software companies. Along with Windows 8 powered touch devices, Microsoft could soon become a major competition for giants like Android and Apple.
Those hoping to make a Windows 8 transfer to the updated OS can get their hands on the OS easily, from the Windows Store. This upgrade is absolutely free for those who have already migrated to the Windows 8 operating system. If you are currently using the previous versions of Windows like Windows 7, Vista, or older, you will have to pay the retail price for upgrading to Windows Blue. The Windows 8 transfer to Windows 8.1 should be a relatively simple process, and easy to migrate.
Microsoft concluded by saying, "Thanks, in part, to customer feedback and an unparalleled level of collaboration across product teams, Windows 8.1 is a significant update. We have delivered in a very short time an update to the OS that will bring an even greater unified experience for our customers."
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