Microsoft set to unveil Windows 9 on September 30,2014

Microsoft's Windows 9, the successor to the widely criticised Windows 8, will be unveiled on September 30th, it has been claimed.

WINDOWS 9 FEATURES

Windows 9 is expected to feature  a new 'mini' Smart Menu

It will have separate windows for Metro-style 'tile' applications running on the desktop

Microsoft is also planning to remove its charms, an overlay used to access search, share, the Start Screen, devices, and settings.

It will also include Cortnana, a new virtual assistant similar to Apple's Siri. 

Currently codenamed Threshold, it is expected to include a 'mini' Smart Menu and separate Windows for its controversial Metro-style 'tile' applications.

Earlier this year Microsoft was forced to bring back its Start menu after users complained they were confused by its Windows 8 'tile' interface