Is Windows declining ?

[rbharathkumar]

Hey everyone....
I recently read an article saying that Android devices will overtake Windows devices by 2016...
Was shocked....
what do you all think on that... ??

[rbharathkumar]

I definitely feel it to be absurd...besides Google's earlier attempt at chrome OS did not pick up quite well...
and when it comes to the Windows desktops..I very stonily feel that Windows rules....(well if we can forget a few failed attempts)

[GregShuey]

I definitely feel it to be absurd...besides Google's earlier attempt at chrome OS did not pick up quite well...
and when it comes to the Windows desktops..I very stonily feel that Windows rules....(well if we can forget a few failed attempts)

I dont think that Chrome OS will ever overtake Windows, but I like what Google is doing with it.

[GregShuey]

Interesting article/rumor on Windows 9 today on BGR.

Windows 9 features and release date news expected at Build 2014 | BGR

[LoganNowak]

No, well, not really.

Android won't take over the desktop PC, and the desktop isn't going anywhere. They might have a majority if you count mobile devices, but that is still up in the air as well.

[Tom Mohammed]

I'd say thats a bit of a long shot. Although a lot can change within 5 years. Just look at the mobile space. 5 years ago, we'd be dreaming of what we have today

[techblitz]

If you're saying that Android devices will take over PC usage, I would laugh and say "HAHAHAHA NO." Windows is way too strong to be overtaken by Android tablets. This is bad info

[rbharathkumar]

If you're saying that Android devices will take over PC usage, I would laugh and say "HAHAHAHA NO." Windows is way too strong to be overtaken by Android tablets. This is bad info

yes that would be insane to think so...but on seeing the report that too in our sister site phandroid.com

IDC: Android Devices to Outpace Windows Devices by 2016

it does feel a bit sad.....but fear not..for our faith in windows will prevail

[techblitz]

yes that would be insane to think so...but on seeing the report that too in our sister site phandroid.com

IDC: Android Devices to Outpace Windows Devices by 2016

it does feel a bit sad.....but fear not..for our faith in windows will prevail

That's a prediction, though! It could be presumed that Android device usage is growing, see as it's the only cheap, open source mobile OS. Plus, it doesn't take into account Windows 8's counter attack on tablets and Windows Phone's predicted growth!

[johnnyb]

That's a prediction, though! It could be presumed that Android device usage is growing, see as it's the only cheap, open source mobile OS. Plus, it doesn't take into account Windows 8's counter attack on tablets and Windows Phone's predicted growth!

In short: Windows ain't goin' nowheres!

[techblitz]

In short: Windows ain't goin' nowheres!

You summed it up with aplomb! :P

[johnnyb]

If Chrome OS could get a foothold or if Android manages to cross into Ultrabook territory, maybe. But the desktop is firmly Windows. And with the introduction of Windows 8, I'm sure Microsoft will find a good home in the tablet area.

[techblitz]

If Chrome OS could get a foothold or if Android manages to cross into Ultrabook territory, maybe. But the desktop is firmly Windows. And with the introduction of Windows 8, I'm sure Microsoft will find a good home in the tablet area.

Chrome OS is so far from taking over Windows that it's probably even more reasonable to say that I will win the lottery before Chrome OS/Android takes over Windows. No one, at least right now, will want to use Android in a Webtop/laptop setting

[rbharathkumar]

Chrome OS is so far from taking over Windows that it's probably even more reasonable to say that I will win the lottery before Chrome OS/Android takes over Windows. No one, at least right now, will want to use Android in a Webtop/laptop setting

actually the latest beta release does look good....the one that came in yesterday or the day before...but anyways no where near windows....

[techblitz]

actually the latest beta release does look good....the one that came in yesterday or the day before...but anyways no where near windows....

The Aura release, but local file management and non-browser installations are far too important for most users. It's a cool idea but I doubt it's usefulness will ever match local, offline OSes. Just my opinion, though

[rbharathkumar]

The Aura release, but local file management and non-browser installations are far too important for most users. It's a cool idea but I doubt it's usefulness will ever match local, offline OSes. Just my opinion, though

yeah it does...but the thing is it would cost very little to create a chromebook rather than a Laptop right...it might hit a blow to Microsoft in developing countries where PC usability is rather limited and the cost factor is quite big....and we have to agree Windows OS is rather heavy...when compared to Chrome OS...

[themizarkshow]

If they can get Steam and Adobe stuff on ChromeOS/Android, I would officially have no need for Windows anymore. By 2016, if that hasn't happened, I would be disappointed.

[techblitz]

If they can get Steam and Adobe stuff on ChromeOS/Android, I would officially have no need for Windows anymore. By 2016, if that hasn't happened, I would be disappointed.

I don't know, I could never use a browser as an OS. I just don't think Chrome OS is ready for prime time, and I don't see it having any manageable benefits over Windows or Mac right now

[rbharathkumar]

I don't know, I could never use a browser as an OS. I just don't think Chrome OS is ready for prime time, and I don't see it having any manageable benefits over Windows or Mac right now

It is not a browser anymore..it has got a taskbar and the usual desktop items...but it is still not super fluid...has some occasional lags....well atleast the video where I saw the workings had....

[techblitz]

It is not a browser anymore..it has got a taskbar and the usual desktop items...but it is still not super fluid...has some occasional lags....well atleast the video where I saw the workings had....

There's video of Aura somewhere? I've seen pictures but no video. Can you post the link!