Back in February, we heard that Microsoft had stopped making their last Windows RT device, the Nokia 2520 tablet, and now it looks like Windows RT is officially dead.
Microsoft has released a Windows 10 upgrade matrix which shows which devices will be getting updated to Windows 10. You can see the chart below.
Windows RT and Its Journey
Windows RT was introduced by Microsoft as a version of Windows 8 designed to run on ARM-based devices. It was intended to bring the full Windows experience to tablets and other mobile devices with better battery life and performance. However, it quickly became apparent that Windows RT had significant limitations. One of the major drawbacks was its inability to run traditional desktop applications, which limited its appeal to consumers and businesses alike.
The Nokia 2520 tablet was one of the last devices to run Windows RT. Despite its sleek design and impressive hardware, it struggled to gain traction in a market dominated by iOS and Android devices. The lack of app support and the confusion surrounding the differences between Windows RT and full Windows 8 further hindered its success.
The End of Windows RT
As we can see from the Windows 10 upgrade matrix, updates for Windows RT devices are not supported. Microsoft had previously hinted that the platform might receive some updates, but it appears that this is no longer the case. The chart clearly indicates that Windows RT devices will not be getting any Windows 10 updates.
This decision marks the end of the road for Windows RT. Microsoft has not officially confirmed that Windows RT is dead, but the lack of updates and support speaks volumes. The company seems to be focusing its efforts on Windows 10, which has been well-received and continues to evolve with regular updates and new features.
The demise of Windows RT serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by tech companies when trying to innovate and compete in a rapidly changing market. While the concept of a lightweight, ARM-based version of Windows was promising, the execution fell short. The inability to run traditional desktop applications and the limited app ecosystem were significant barriers to adoption.
As soon as we get more details on whether Microsoft will provide any sort of update for Windows RT devices in the future, we will let you guys know. For now, it seems that Windows RT has reached the end of its journey, and users will need to look to other platforms for their mobile computing needs.
Source Windows Central
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