In another sign that tablets and personal computers are becoming more and more similar, Microsoft said today that it will revive some of the features of “classic” Windows in its upcoming Windows 8.1 operating system.
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Today’s Mobile Minute:
- If you’re thinking about buying a Surface tablet but not sure you want to deal with Windows 8, Microsoft has some good news for you – when it rolls out Windows 8.1, you’ll be able to go back to a more traditional Windows look and feel if you want to.
- Microsoft says Windows 8.1 will look a lot like WIndows 8, but if you hover over the lower left corner you’ll see something called a Start tip and if you click there, you’ll boot to a more traditional desktop screen.
- Time will tell whether Windows 8.1 will encourage more people to buy Microsoft tablets, but the bigger question may be whether it drives more PC purchases. Some analysts think frustrations with Windows 8 is one reason PC sales have slowed down. Others think people are just buying tablets instead. According to the analysts at IDC, tablets will outsell laptops this year.
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