Windows 12 could be another costly upgrade for supporters of Microsoft operating systems. A new report reveals that the AI-dominated OS will require AMD and Intel CPUs with a dedicated NPU. Possibly surfacing in late 2026, the follow-up to Windows 11 may also rely on subscriptions. Microsoft faced criticism for preventing some older PCs from upgrading to its latest OS. When Windows 10 extended support ends in October 2026, a new OS may already be on the market. PCWorld predicts a Windows 12 release date for later this year. Unf... [1818 chars]