Microsoft has been a pioneer of lot many technologies. They have brought in many applications which are easy to use and highly popular in the IT world. In its 37 years of operations, it has been committed towards providing user-friendly solutions and has constantly come up with new technologies. Yet another, addition to the company’s many achievements is the launch of Windows 8 which is soon approaching.
[box_dark]What is MS Windows 8 all about? [/box_dark]
The much awaited release of Microsoft Windows 8, promises to begin a new era for the 37 year old software company. This new operating system brings the touchscreen experience for PC users. The technology combines the elements of a touchscreen application with a traditional style PC interface. This is a big technological breakthrough. Windows has launched the touchscreen features on phone, but the company is doing something like this for the first time for computer usage. This has created a lot of excitement in the technology world and among computer lovers.
The application is currently in its testing phase. The good news is that Windows 8 will not be supporting gadgets alone. The electronics manufacturer giant, Logitech who is currently testing various devices on Windows 8 says it is indeed quite a user friendly way of computing. Logitech is currently testing a mouse specially designed for windows 8. The mouse includes gesture support that pair nicely with the motion-based controls featured in Windows 8.
[box_dark]Logitech Testing Phases[/box_dark]
Logitech is also testing additional gestures & motions that will be integrated with the PC’s to enhance the overall Windows 8 experience. These new motions which are not available in the current windows operating systems, will make Windows 8 a much easier and user friendly for the current PC users. The other accessories that Logitech is testing for Windows 8 is a wireless rechargeable touch pad. In addition to this Microsoft has launched its own line of accessories which would be compatible with Microsoft Windows 8. This new line of accessories is listed below:
- Wedge Mobile Keyboard
- Sculpt Comfort Keyboard
Both the keyboards include hot keys for Windows 8 search, share, Device and Settings options. Till now the windows experience has been strictly limited to keyboard-monitor based, with no touchscreen interaction. These 2 keyboards will play a pivotal role in initiating the users to the Windows 8 experience in a big way.
The launch of Windows 8 may be a risky venture for both Microsoft and the user base, as it is like pulling them out of their comfort zone. But who knows, like mobiles and other gadgets, this may be a turning point in the PC and Computer World.
