Windows 10 news: Microsoft shows off devices specially designed for new OS

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The recently-concluded Computex 2015 held in Taipei is another venue where Microsoft showcased its upcoming Windows 10 operating system. 

Speaking at a keynote address at the said event, Nick Parker, Corporate Vice President for Original Equipment Manufacturer Division at Microsoft Corporation, revealed a host of new devices that would fully utilize the upcoming Windows 10 platform, from notable tech manufacturers like Dell, Acer, and Asus. Parker promised that the unveiling of these devices is just the start, and there will be more devices in the future.

Writing on the official Microsoft blog on what happened at this year's annual Computex, Parker stated, "This is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to innovation on Windows 10 devices." 

Aside from the launch of the new devices, Parker also stressed the upcoming partnerships with other tech giants in order to fully expand the Windows 10 platform and its many new features.

"As we launch Windows 10 and continue to expand our partner ecosystem, there will be an incredible variety of PCs, tablets, phones and IoT devices, running Microsoft apps and services, available to help people be more productive in their digital work and life," Parker added. "We look forward to sharing many more cool devices and solutions in the future." 

One of the most noted devices which Microsoft unveiled in the event is the next-in-line for the Asus Transformer Book, the T100HA. This hybrid 2-in-1 laptop and tablet, aside from an upgraded under-the-hood specs, also boasts of a fully-overhauled battery that would give users up to 14 hours of power. Also included in the new Windows 10-run line-up are Acer's new Aspire Z slim, 1.4-inch chassis series; the Asus AiO Z240 that features an Intel quad-core i7 processor and gaming-grade Nvidia graphics; and the new XPS 15 from Dell, featuring the virtually borderless InfinityEdge display.