MANILA, Philippines – Microsoft announced Monday, September 15, that it would be holding a “Windows event” on September 30, pointing to the future of Windows as the theme of the event.

The Verge noted that Microsoft is expected to give a technical preview of Windows 9 at the event.

Rather than a consumer-focused undertaking, the upcoming Windows event is meant for developers and enterprise-level customers to take stock of any changes the company is making with the operating system.

Information leaks have pointed to a new Start Menu, a virtual desktops feature, and a notification center, with alterations made to the taskbar to potentially allow for future integration of the Cortana personal assistant. – Rappler.com