First look at Microsoft’s new Windows 8

Microsoft just unveiled the new Windows UI for ARM-based tablets and smartbooks. It looks like the Zune’s QuickPlay start screen and provides more information with the use of Live Tiles rather than static icons.Amazing how the UI is smooth even though it actually runs a full-blown Windows beneath it. Can’t wait for more Windows 8 preview videos!

[via] Windows 8 Previewed at D9