Windows 8.1 hardware certification requirements announced in 2014

Computer Store News: The latest report indicates that Microsoft has plans to introduce new hardware certification requirements for Windows 8.1 between 2014 and 2015. The new minimum requirements must include Bluetooth, audio output and other hardware devices to extend Windows 8.1. Various features. Microsoft confirmed this news at this week's Global Partner Conference. Microsoft and Intel jointly said: "In January 2014, the certified Windows system must support Bluetooth and WiFi. The front 720P camera must be integrated into the display. On (tablet, notebook and all-in-one), the new certification also puts higher demands on the audio, and the microphone needs to support Microsoft's unified communication technology Lync.

Microsoft is trying to make Win8.1 the "first" tablet-installing system for business and enterprise areas. In the picture below, some of the Windows 8.1 certification requirements are shown. The full version will be announced between 2014 and 2015.