The Decline of Windows: Can it Turn Things Around?

TLDRWindows has been steadily losing market share for years, while Mac OS and Chrome OS gain popularity. Microsoft's attempts to reinvent Windows have often failed, creating a cycle of disappointment. The focus is now back on refining the core PC experience with Windows 11. Windows needs to match Apple's ARM-based chips and improve software compatibility for Windows on ARM to regain market share.

Key insights

👍Windows has been losing market share for over 15 years, dropping from 95% to the low 60s worldwide.

🤨Mac OS has over 20% usage share, and Apple has strong consumer preference with well over 30% of consumers in the US.

👹Microsoft's attempts to reinvent Windows, such as Windows 8 and Windows 10S, have often flopped and annoyed users.

💫Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Series chips and the potential entry of Nvidia, AMD, and other ARM chip makers provide hope for improved performance.

📖Improving software compatibility for Windows on ARM is crucial for success.

Q&A

Why has Windows been losing market share?

—Windows has been losing market share due to the rising popularity of Mac OS and Chrome OS, as well as Microsoft's failed attempts to reinvent Windows.

Can Windows regain market share?

—Windows has the potential to regain market share by matching Apple's ARM-based chips and improving software compatibility for Windows on ARM.

What are the challenges for Windows on ARM?

—Windows on ARM faces challenges in software compatibility, as many apps are not optimized for ARM architecture.

What is the significance of Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Series chips?

—Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Series chips offer improved performance and power efficiency for Windows laptops, providing competition to Intel and AMD.

How important are apps for Windows' success?

—Apps play a crucial role in the success of an operating system. Windows needs to ensure better software compatibility and availability to attract users.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Windows has been losing market share for years, dropping from 95% to the low 60s worldwide.

01:02Microsoft's attempts to reinvent Windows, such as Windows 8 and Windows 10S, have often flopped and annoyed users.

06:51Windows has the potential to regain market share by matching Apple's ARM-based chips and improving software compatibility for Windows on ARM.

08:08Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Series chips and the potential entry of Nvidia, AMD, and other ARM chip makers provide hope for improved performance.

09:32Windows on ARM faces challenges in software compatibility, as many apps are not optimized for ARM architecture.

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