Mary also emphasizes that the Start button still a rumor and “until it ships, anything can change” one of her anonymous sources said. Microsoft is expected to release Windows 8.1 by August 2013, but we should have better understanding what actually will be coming in the upgrade in the first public preview of Windows Blue due at the end of June during BUILD 2013 Developer Conference. SEE ALSO: Windows 8.1 (Blue) will bring boot-to-desktop option (Confirmed) Keep in mind that Microsoft bringing back the Start button, does not necessarily means that the Start Menu is coming back as well. However, if the company continues responding to users requests, then anything is possible. What is your take? Would you bring back the Start menu and the boot-to-desktop options back to the OS? All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.