Videos: Windows 8 Release Preview

Potentially there will be a Nokia tablet running W8. Yesterday, some videos appeared showing the latest iteration of the release preview in action.

First up, the promo. Nice song. Note, MS are still being coy about the desktop version of Windows 8 (NON Metro) – and will not look much like what we’re seeing now.

I really hope they continue to improve the trackpad interaction from what we endure with W7. It’s not so much trackpad that’s a hindrance, it’s the lack of optimisation. I’d say OSX Lion feels really nice to use with a trackpad (I prefer Windows with my Logitech MX Revolution – a neat freebie by Logitech customer service 🙂 ).

Here’s a demo by TheVerge.

There’s a bit of hope here about MS working with trackpad makers to bring those touch gestures to a trackpad. Next hurdle is the traditional ubiquitous mouse.

I’m liking this consistent look between Windows 8 and Xbox Live dashboard. It seems clear and easy what goes where.

by TheVerge

One from CNET – I think it’s a reupload. Is this old?

Here’s a long video – looking at some metro apps.

by sM4llziE

And finally, a detailed written (with some video) by Engadget:

http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/31/windows-8-release-preview-detailed-impressions/

Category: Nokia, Windows