06-28-2021 , 02:05 AM
https://news.softpedia.com/news/microsof...3343.shtml Microsoft Makes Webcams Mandatory on Windows 11 PCs
Company says all devices except for PCs must have a camera
Jun 25, 2021 18:29 GMT · By Bogdan Popa Webcams have become an essential part of our hardware arsenal these days, especially as many of us are still working remotely after the madness that hit the planet last year. Webcams have become an essential part of our hardware arsenal these days, especially as many of us are still working remotely after the madness that hit the planet last year.
And given we rely on webcams to stay in touch with each other and remain productive, even from the comfort of our own homes, Microsoft wants to make sure new devices provide us with the hardware we expect to find on a modern PC.
This is why the company is making webcams mandatory on all devices running Windows 11 except for desktop PCs. The front-facing camera will be a must-have piece of hardware beginning with January 1, 2023, Microsoft says, and a rear-facing camera continues to be optional.
Microsoft says all cameras installed on Windows 11 devices must come with auto exposure, auto white balance, and have a resolution of at least high-definition.
New Windows 11 PCs coming
Microsoft claims it’s working with partners to make new PCs available for customers, especially as the best Windows 11 experience will be provided on new hardware.
“Since day one of developing Windows 11, we have been working closely with our hardware and silicon partners for seamless integration across software and hardware. That co-engineering begins with innovation in the silicon. From AMD and the incredible graphics depth brought by the Ryzen processors to the incredible performance of Intel’s 11th gen and Evo Processors, to Qualcomm’s AI prowess, 5G and Arm support, the innovation of our silicon partners brings together the best of Windows 11 with the largest hardware ecosystem in the world,” the company says.
Windows 11 will be available not only on desktop computers, but also on tablets and 2-in-1s, with Microsoft saying the OS operating system has been developed from the very beginning to take full advantage of new capabilities, including touch, inking, and voice.
Company says all devices except for PCs must have a camera
Jun 25, 2021 18:29 GMT · By Bogdan Popa Webcams have become an essential part of our hardware arsenal these days, especially as many of us are still working remotely after the madness that hit the planet last year. Webcams have become an essential part of our hardware arsenal these days, especially as many of us are still working remotely after the madness that hit the planet last year.
And given we rely on webcams to stay in touch with each other and remain productive, even from the comfort of our own homes, Microsoft wants to make sure new devices provide us with the hardware we expect to find on a modern PC.
This is why the company is making webcams mandatory on all devices running Windows 11 except for desktop PCs. The front-facing camera will be a must-have piece of hardware beginning with January 1, 2023, Microsoft says, and a rear-facing camera continues to be optional.
Microsoft says all cameras installed on Windows 11 devices must come with auto exposure, auto white balance, and have a resolution of at least high-definition.
New Windows 11 PCs coming
Microsoft claims it’s working with partners to make new PCs available for customers, especially as the best Windows 11 experience will be provided on new hardware.
“Since day one of developing Windows 11, we have been working closely with our hardware and silicon partners for seamless integration across software and hardware. That co-engineering begins with innovation in the silicon. From AMD and the incredible graphics depth brought by the Ryzen processors to the incredible performance of Intel’s 11th gen and Evo Processors, to Qualcomm’s AI prowess, 5G and Arm support, the innovation of our silicon partners brings together the best of Windows 11 with the largest hardware ecosystem in the world,” the company says.
Windows 11 will be available not only on desktop computers, but also on tablets and 2-in-1s, with Microsoft saying the OS operating system has been developed from the very beginning to take full advantage of new capabilities, including touch, inking, and voice.