Latest articles tagged “microsoft”

Latest articles tagged “microsoft”

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Microsoft's Analog Keyboard Makes Writing Easier on Android Wear Devices
by Pete Daniel on 14 October 2014 · 2157 views
The boffins over at Microsoft Research have come up with a novel way of getting information quickly into Google Android Wear devices. They have developed an app for hand writing individual letters on to a smart watch display. Good for fixing typos. ... Read more
Microsoft Will Open Flagship Store on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan
by Pete Daniel on 9 October 2014 · 2287 views
Microsoft has been quietly building up a significant retail presence since 2009. The Microsoft Store retail locations now cover the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. The company has now secured a choice location with a new lease at 677 Fifth Avenue. ... Read more
New Microsoft OS: Windows 10 to be released next year
by Michael Black on 30 September 2014 · 3775 views
Microsoft recently announced it's latest OS, Windows 10, and Download3k gives you the details. ... Read more
Windows 9 will be free for Windows 8 users
by Michael Black on 29 September 2014 · 2570 views
The new upcoming OS from Microsoft, which is being referred to as Windows 9, might be pretty cheap if you're already running a valid Windows 8 -- and by cheap, I mean free. ... Read more
What Is Known Already About Windows 9 Threshold Ahead of September 30 Microsoft Event
by Pete Daniel on 26 September 2014 · 2235 views
The buzz about the upcoming replacement for the somewhat maligned and unpopular Windows 8/8.1 is mostly positive. The tech press are expecting something new and something old in a Windows 9 Threshold package. ... Read more
How to double your Free OneDrive storage - limited time offer!
by Gary Oldwood on 23 September 2014 · 3151 views
Microsoft has another wonderful surprise for us regarding OneDrive: storage is doubled once again, jumping from 15GB to a very competitive amount of 30GB. ... Read more
Microsoft acquires Mojang and Minecraft for $2.5 billion and Co-founders are out
by Pete Daniel on 15 September 2014 · 1849 views
After lengthy and cordial discussions, Microsoft has acquired Mojang AB, the Swedish company that makes the Minecraft hit game. The growth of the Minecraft brand left the founders with insufficient time to pursue other interesting projects. ... Read more
Microsoft’s studio-focused Skype TX for broadcasters close to full release
by Pete Daniel on 15 September 2014 · 2875 views
Skype has become a very familiar application that is used by millions of people worldwide everyday for texting, voice and video communications. The application was never intended for commercial use in broadcasts but increasingly that's been the case. ... Read more
Microsoft Getting Ready to Close Down Windows Live Messenger in October
by Chris Thomas on 2 September 2014 · 1872 views
Windows Live Messenger (also known as MSN messenger) is going to be completely closed down in October of this year. ... Read more
The U.S. Govt. Can Now Legally Access Digital Data Stored Overseas
by Dan Vlasic on 26 August 2014 · 2312 views
A New York judge ruled that US-issued search warrants applied to all digital content located on servers worldwide. ... Read more
Rise of the Tomb Raider is a timed-exclusive for Xbox
by Gary Oldwood on 14 August 2014 · 1942 views
There’s a still a chance that Playstation and PC owners will load up the game in their consoles and computers after the game's launch for Xbox One and 360. ... Read more
Windows 8.1 August Update Released With Persistent Taskbar
by Pete Daniel on 13 August 2014 · 2256 views
As expected, Microsoft launched their Windows 8.1 August Update (update number 2) for its flagship Windows platform in the last 24 hours. It's available as a self-selected download for either 32-bit or 64-bit versions of Windows 8.1. ... Read more
Windows Threshold aka Window 9 Expected To Have Virtual Desktops
by Pete Daniel on 12 August 2014 · 2942 views
It is expected that the future version of Windows, called Windows 9, will feature virtual desktops for the first time. The Start menu is expected to return in a mini-menu approach, as well as changes to how apps will function within Windows. ... Read more
Office for iPad updated with PDF exporting, improved font support and a nicer keyboard
by Pete Daniel on 4 August 2014 · 2067 views
Office for iPad was released back in March and has become one of the most successful Office suites almost instantly. Now Microsoft have released an update for their Office suite for the iPad with some intelligent new features included. ... Read more
Google Helps To Catch Sex Offender - Who's Next?
by Pete Daniel on 4 August 2014 · 1965 views
The fight against the use of the internet to further child exploitation and pedophiles being able to search for sites with child pornography took a turn towards protection today when a man in Houston was charged with possession of child pornography. ... Read more
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