Renaming Our Upcoming Release to MongoDB 3.0` The upcoming release of MongoDB is being renamed from version 2.8 to 3.0, a change made due to significant changes and advancements in the product. The new version number reflects a major leap forward for the database, with features such as document-level locking, a pluggable storage engine API, and an on-premises automation product. This release is not just an incremental update, but rather a step-function release that represents a new phase of MongoDB's development, marking its transition to being the go-to database for modern application development.