Microsoft shipped its Windows 8 operating system in October, but the company is planning to update it in a big way with codename Blue. Designed for new hardware, including 7- and 8-inch devices, Windows 8.1 (Blue) will be treated as a new version of Windows — an update to Windows 8. Check out all the news below as we follow Windows 8.1's progress from milestone to release.
Oct 17, 2013, 11:00 AM UTCTom Warren
Windows 8.1 review
It's take two for Microsoft's ambitious operating system
Oct 16, 2013, 8:21 AM UTCTom Warren
Microsoft's photo and movie making apps revealed ahead of Windows 8.1 release
Sep 17, 2013, 7:00 PM UTCTom Warren
Windows 8.1 priced at $119, Microsoft brings back 'full version' for everyone
Sep 9, 2013, 5:00 PM UTCTom Warren
Windows 8.1 now available on MSDN and TechNet following developer complaints
Jun 27, 2013, 3:10 PM UTCTom Warren
Skype built into final Windows 8.1 version, Microsoft drops existing Messaging app
Jun 27, 2013, 2:00 PM UTCSean Hollister
All screens great and small: Windows 8.1 on an 8-inch slate and two Retina Display competitors
May 30, 2013, 1:00 PM UTCTom Warren
Windows 8.1 preview: many small tweaks make for a significant update
The Start button returns with new Snap Views, improved apps, and more
May 30, 2013, 1:00 PM UTCTom Warren
Windows 8.1: Microsoft brings back the Start button with options to appease desktop users
May 14, 2013, 2:47 PM UTCTom Warren
Microsoft confirms Windows 8.1 as official name for 'Blue' update, free for Windows 8 users
May 9, 2013, 12:05 PM UTCTom Warren
Acer CEO optimistic about Windows 8.1, claims Microsoft is back 'down to Earth'
May 7, 2013, 7:02 PM UTCTom Warren
Microsoft confirms Windows 8.1 'Blue' public preview due end of June
May 7, 2013, 4:01 AM UTCTom Warren
Windows Blue: Microsoft promises changes based on feedback and a holiday release
Pricing and more details in the next few weeks
Apr 30, 2013, 7:10 PM UTCTom Warren
Latest Windows 8.1 build includes lock screen app alarms and IE11 developer improvements
Apr 22, 2013, 4:54 PM UTCTom Warren
Windows RT 8.1 Preview and Windows Server 2012 R2 revealed in leaked code
