Microsoft is currently in the testing phase for its next-generation Windows version, with speculation about its name, possibly “Windows12” or “Win11 2024 Update.” The current Canary 27547 version, undergoing internal testing, suggests a significant leap from the existing generation and points to the initiation of testing for the ge_release (Germanium_release) version. Moreover, the recent indications hint at the possibility of it being labeled “Windows 11 2024 Update” and built on the Germanium platform.
The nomenclature of Microsoft’s Windows updates follows the periodic table of elements, and the upcoming release is associated with Germanium. Previous updates, like 21H2 (Cobalt) and 22H2 (Nickel), adhere to this pattern, providing insights into the developmental trajectory.
The journey began with Windows 11 (21H2), codenamed “Sun Valley,” released in October 2021. The subsequent Windows 11 2022 Update (22H2), known as “Sun Valley 2,” was released in September 2022. The Windows 11 2023 Update (23H2), “Sun Valley 3,” was based on the 2022 update code base and released in October 2023.
Looking ahead, the Windows 11 2024 Update (24H2), anticipated to be named “Hudson Valley,” is based on the “Germanium” platform, aligning with Microsoft’s pattern of using elements from the periodic table. This systematic framework helps users identify and understand each Windows update, maintaining consistency in naming conventions.
