Back in May, Microsoft released Office desktop app for Windows 10 S, but it only available for the Surface Laptop. Last month, Microsoft made the Office desktop apps available to download by all Windows 10 S PCs and installations. Today, Microsoft started inviting Insiders to try out Office desktop apps through the Windows Store on […]
Read More: Microsoft inviting Windows 10 Insiders to try out Office desktops through the Windows Store
Razer today announced the Razer Basilisk, a highly-customizable mouse targeting gamers who love first-person shooter (FPS) games. For the demanding accuracy and precision needed for FPS games, the Razer Basilisk comes with a 5G true 16,000 DPI optical sensor. It also features Razer Mechanical Mouse Switches which can last for 50 million clicks. Another highlight […]
Have you turned on your Xbox One console today? Greeted with the initial out-of-box-experience after having applied the most recent system update? Well get in line, as lots of gamers over on Reddit are complaining about having to go through the entire set up process again, signing into your account, though your apps and games […]
Read More: Many users are reporting a factory reset bug with the latest Xbox One build
While it was initially slated to start September 1st, the Call of Duty: WWII Multiplayer Private Beta is now live, for both Xbox One and PS4 users. If you pre-ordered the game, you can download the beta and start playing immediately. Also if you played the beta in weekend one, you are already set up […]
Read More: Call of Duty: WWII Private Beta is now live on Xbox One
The dream augmented reality feature has always been having your reality being annotated with useful information, and for the forgetful, this has very often been the names and/or faces of people who we are supposed to know. Such a feature is often depicted as part of a sci-fi scenario, but now a small Swiss company […]
Read More: This dream HoloLens app means never forgetting a name again!
A few days ago, Microsoft announced that Forza Motorsport 5: Racing Game of the Year Edition, Oxenfree, Hydro Thunder Hurricane and Battlefield 3 would be available for free to Xbox Live Gold subscribers in September. Well, it looks like Forza Motorsport 5 and Hydro Thunder Hurricane are available early through the program. You can download Forza […]
Read More: Forza Motorsport 5 and Hydro Thunder Hurricane are available early on Games with Gold
Microsoft has once again found itself at odds with the US administration, and in a blog post, Microsoft's chief counsel Brad Smith made clear the company's position on DREAMers – those who entered the USA illegally while still minors. Under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), an Obama-era rule which has to be renewed every […]
Read More: Microsoft takes a stand on DREAMers immigration issue
More than 200 million people use Instagram Stories, and the firm is planning to grow that number by making it more accessible. Instagram's Stories have been rapidly expanding in availability, first appearing in Android and iOS, and then expanding to the various flavours of Windows. Now, users who make use of the web app will […]
Read More: Instagram now lets mobile users view stories on the web
Office workers on Outlook who are of a friendly disposition may have been puzzled when their smilie-laden emails were not reciprocated, and then annoyed when the Reply section clearly shows a pile of J letters has been sent instead. The issue has been a 7-year-old bug which caused Outlook to automatically convert a : ) […]
Read More: Office workers rejoice – Microsoft has just made your world a friendlier place J
After months of testing, Microsoft is finally bringing a major feature for Excel on Windows to all users. The company is enabling support for real-time co-authoring in Excel, which means you can now work in a spreadsheet with others and sync all the changes in real-time. For the real-time co-authoring feature to work, it actually […]
Read More: Real-time co-authoring comes to Microsoft Excel on Windows
Along with the announcement about the new Yoga 920, Lenovo today also announced a more portable 12-inch variant of Yoga 720. This new Lenovo Yoga 720 device is 0.62 inches thin and weighs just 2.53 pounds. Instead of the latest Intel 8th gen quad-core processors, Lenovo has opted for 7th gen dual-core variants. The 12.5-inch […]
Read More: Lenovo announces a more portable 12-inch variant of Yoga 720
At IFA 2017 Lenovo has announced its Miix 520 detachable, a Surface inspired device which Lenovo makes clear (in the most tortured PR prose possible), will help you make sense of life in the "new" digital world. Lenovo's Miix 520 is an update on last year's 510, so users know what to expect. You'll be getting a […]
Read More: Lenovo's affordable Surface clone will help you "ride the digital tsunami"
At IFA 2017, Lenovo today announced their next generation flagship convertible device, the Yoga 920. Apart from the obvious improvements you expect from a flagship convertible, the Yoga 920 comes with support for far-field technology that enables Cortana to recognize voice commands from up to four meters away. The Yoga 920 also comes with an optional […]
Read More: Forget Surface, the Lenovo Yoga 920 is the premium laptop we all deserve
While many OEMs formally announced their Windows Mixed Reality headsets at IFA 2017 none indicated when the devices will actually ship, that is until now. At IFA today Lenovo formally named and revealed their Windows Mixed Reality headset. Part of the same cookie-cutter design, the Lenovo Explorer features the same 1440 x 1440 dual displays […]
Read More: The wait is nearly over as Lenovo posts release date, pricing, for their Mixed Reality headset
Razer is today launching a new version of its Blade Pro laptop. The refreshed Blade Pro is way cheaper than the previous one, but it still offers almost the same power as the original Blade Pro. The new Blade Pro costs only $2299, that's a lot cheaper than the original $4000 price. And for the […]
Read More: Razer releases a refreshed Blade Pro you can actually afford
Back in May, Microsoft first announced the redesigned Yammer experience for iPad, Mac and Windows. This updated Yammer app is now available for download from Apple App Store. It comes with a new design, a richer navigation and group experience. The new universal search capabilities allows users to easily find the information on the go and allows […]
Read More: Microsoft releases redesigned Yammer app for iPad with universal search and more
The Android OEM Wileyfox earlier this year made its intentions known that it planned to develop and sell new Windows phones. "Windows is much better for security that's why it's more suited for B2B. Android can be opened up." Wileyfox's Andy Lee said in April,"Increasingly people are screaming for costs to come down and want […]
Read More: Wileyfox wants to sell a €249 Snapdragon 210 Windows phone in 2017
In an effort to provide MSPoweruser readers with more content, we've decided to increase gaming coverage as it's an integral part of Microsoft. In the past, we've streamed exclusive Xbox One gameplay on Twitch but we're making the move to YouTube as it offers a more convenient streaming experience. We'll also be giving away games […]
Read More: Watch us stream Path of Exile at 1080p 60 FPS for Xbox One on YouTube and win games
Microsoft today released the first ever Insider build of Windows 10 Redstone 4 to Windows Insiders today. The new build, 16353, is available to Windows Insiders in the Fast Ring who are part of Skip Ahead. The new build does not include a lot of major changes, but Microsoft has included one new feature and […]
Read More: Here's what's new and improved in Windows 10 Redstone 4 Build 16353
Microsoft is releasing the first ever Windows 10 Redstone 4 build to some Windows Insiders in the Fast Ring. Windows Insiders who joined Skip Ahead on the Windows Insider program will be getting the new Windows 10 build 16353 right now. Windows 10 Redstone 4, for those unfamiliar, is going to be the next major update […]
Read More: Skip Ahead: Microsoft releases the first Windows 10 Redstone 4 Build
Microsoft's interactive gaming platform Mixer is launching its official app for Android and iOS devices today. After months of testing, Microsoft's Mixer Create is out of beta and available to everyone right now from the respective app stores. Mixer Create lets you stream games right from your smartphone without needing to install any extra software. […]
Read More: Microsoft now lets you stream games from Android and iOS with Mixer
There hasn't been a lot of talk around Windows 10 on ARM lately. Microsoft and some of its OEM partners promised to release new Always Connected PCs powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 processors later this year, but in the absence of news, a lot of people have asked me about the status of those devices […]
Read More: Windows 10 on ARM still on track for Q4 2017, but not all OEMs will make it
Microsoft has updated the India focused Skype Lite Messenger app with a feature known as SMS insights. According to the changelog, SMS insights is a feature which "aggregates the relevant information from your SMS messages and presents it at a glance in smart categories, enabling you to get things done more quickly via relevant action […]
Read More: Microsoft brings Google Inbox like sorting to SMS with Skype
The critically acclaimed and wildly successful Wonder Woman movie is now available in the Windows Store in a variety of formats, including UHD/4K. Before she was Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), she was Diana, princess of the Amazons, trained to be an unconquerable warrior. Raised on a sheltered island paradise, Diana meets an American pilot (Chris […]
Read More: Wonder Woman in 4K now on sale at the Windows Store
Microsoft was a much-chastened company after being very nearly broken up by American anti-trust regulators in early 2000, with much of its hyper-competitive edge being blunted by close supervision by resident lawyers. It seems Google may soon be having a taste of the same medicine, as the company starts complying with EU demands for it […]
Read More: Google capitulates to EU anti-trust regulators, set to change business
VR aficionado Sean Og has been having a series of firsts with Microsoft's Windows Mixed Reality platform, the latest being the first review of the new Windows Mixed Reality Controllers in action. The controllers are reference designs, with OEMs releasing their own very lightly rebranded versions, so his review should be applicable to the devices […]
Read More: Microsoft's Windows Mixed Reality Controllers reviewed for the first time
During the press event at IFA 2017, ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today revealed the brand-new ROG Chimera gaming laptop with an exceptional display. It is the first gaming laptop in the world to feature an 17.3-inch Full HD wide-view display with G-SYNC technology for a 144Hz refresh rate and 7ms response time. It is powered […]
Every week numerous games release on Xbox One. While many are substantial experiences like Injustice 2 and Tekken 7, there are a few hidden gems here and there. Many of these smaller games have either caught the public's eye or are just stellar titles which all Xbox One owners should try out. This week we're […]
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The day many of you were waiting for is finally here. Yes, cult classic extraordinaire Super Meat Boy is getting a sequel. Super Meat Boy takes place a few months after Super Meat Boy and this time around the villain has kidnapped the child. Now, it's up to Super Meat Boy and I imagine Super […]
Read More: Cult classic Super Meat Boy is getting a sequel in 2018
Microsoft is today releasing a preview of the September 2017 update for its Office apps on Android. The company today started rolling out updates to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to Office Insiders with a couple of new features. This month's updates aren't too big, and they are just the usual set of incremental changes you'd […]
Read More: Office for Android updated with new features for Insiders
Today, Ubisoft announced that Update 1.8, Resistance, for The Division will release simultaneously on all platforms this autumn. Update 1.8 will be the biggest free update so far for The Division and introduces two new games modes while expanding the game map with a new area: West Side Pier. West Side Pier is a completely […]
Read More: The Division is getting a massive update with new areas and modes this fall
Microsoft just released the complete list of games which will be Xbox One X Enhanced. There are some surprises in there like The Division and Quantum Break. Even Mafia III makes an appearance. It's surprising because many insiders, particularly on NeoGAF, said that these games would never get upgrades as Take-Two and Ubisoft have moved […]
Update 2: A new Xbox One build is rolling out to Alpha Insiders which fixes a lot of issues with the new layout and adds some new features. Xbox One Insiders – Preview ALPHA users aiming to release a new 1710 build today 6.00pm PDT 8/30 – lots of fixes & new features! — Brad Rossetti […]
Read More: Latest Xbox One update for Alpha Insiders adds the ability to filter Xbox One X Enhanced games
Microsoft is updating the open-source UWP Community Toolkit with lots of new features today. The toolkit can be used by UWP app developers to speed up development of their apps. And with the release of the UWP Community Toolkit 2.0, developers will be able to do a lot more with the toolkit and incorporate Fluent […]
Read More: Developers: Now there is no excuse not to update your Windows 10 app to Fluent Design
Microsoft is adding support for 2-factor authentication for the HealthVault account services, as per WindowsUnited. The firm previously announced to developers that it would be doing so on MSDN in order to give them a heads-up. We wanted to give you a head's[sic] up that as part of our commitment to high standards of security, […]
Read More: Microsoft is adding 2FA to Healthvault, ending integration of with MSN Health &Fitness
At the Edge of Beyond press event at IFA 2017 in Berlin, ASUS today announced the updated ASUS ZenBook Flip S, ZenBook 13 and ZenBook 3 Deluxe laptops with 8th gen Intel Core processors. ASUS ZenBook Flip S (UX370) is the world's thinnest convertible laptop at just 10.9mm thin and 1.1 kg light. Its 360° ErgoLift hinge with […]
Read More: ASUS updates ZenBook 13, ZenBook 3 Deluxe, ZenBook Flip S with 8th gen Intel processors
Every week numerous trailers release for upcoming Xbox One games and many represent magnificent experiences. While some are just promotional materials like the Dark Souls III: The Fire Fades Edition trailer, there are a few gems in there. We thought it would be beneficial to do a roundup of the most unique games which got […]
Read More: Here are this week's must-watch Xbox One game trailers
Microsoft and Amazon has released more details about their surprise announcement this morning which would marry their two digital voice assistants in what appears to be the first such partnership. Coming later this year, it appears the two services will host gateways to each other, allowing users to access many of the base features and […]
Read More: More detail on the AlexTana love-in, and it's better than expected
Microsoft today announced that they will deliver keynote at IFA 2017 taking place in Berlin, Germany. Terry Myerson, Executive Vice President, Windows and Devices Engineering will deliver the keynote while Nick Parker, Corporate Vice President, Consumer and Device Sales and Peter Han, Vice President, Partner Devices and Solutions will join Terry on stage to demonstrate how […]
Read More: Microsoft to deliver keynote at IFA 2017 on September 1
You can now get a refurbished HP OMEN gaming laptop powered by the Intel Core i7-7700HQ 2.8GHz Quad-Core processor, NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 1050 4GB graphics and 15-inch Full-HD LED-backlit Anti-Glare IPS display for just $799 (originally $1,174). This Certified Refurbished product is manufacturer refurbished, shows limited or no wear, and includes all original accessories plus […]
At IFA 2017 Asus threw its own hat into the Windows Mixed Reality ring, announcing the unimaginatively named ASUS Windows Mixed Reality headset. is powered by Windows 10 and designed to bring you immersive real-world and virtual experiences. It features a beautifully unique design with a pattern of hundreds of 3D polygons and a glossy […]
Read More: Asus joins the Windows Mixed Reality party with their own headset
At IFA 2017 press event, Asus today revealed ZenBook Flip 14 (UX461), the world's thinnest 2-in-1 laptop with discrete graphics card. ZenBook Flip 14 is just 13.9mm thick and weighs just 1.4kg. It comes with a 360°-rotatable NanoEdge Full HD display touchscreen with ASUS Pen support. ZenBook Flip 14 is powered by the 8th Generation Intel Core […]
Read More: Asus announces ZenBook Flip 14, world's thinnest 2-in-1 laptop with discrete graphics
Acer today unveiled the Predator Orion 9000 series gaming desktop targeting high-end gamers and content creators. Predator Orion 9000 desktop feature up to an Intel Core i9 Extreme Edition processor with 18 cores and 36 threads, up to 4-way AMD Radeon RX Vega graphics or two NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080Ti graphics in SLI. When you combine these CPUs and […]
Read More: Acer's latest gaming desktop features 18-core processor, will support over 8K UHD displays
Acer today revealed the new Swift 5 laptop targeting users who prefer portability over performance. The new Swift 5 weighs less than 1 kg, thanks to the usage of materials including ultra-light magnesium-lithium alloys for the top and bottom cover, and magnesium-aluminum alloys for extra sturdiness on the palm rest area. Swift 5 is powered by 8th Generation Intel Core […]
Read More: Acer's new Swift 5 is an ultraslim notebook weighing less than 1 kg
You can now buy the fully unlocked Alcatel Idol 4S Windows 10 device for just $199. For this price, you will also get a VR headset which will allow you to enjoy VR content. Alcatel Idol 4S comes with a 5.5-inch Full HD AMOLED display protected by Dragontrail Glass, a 21MP rear camera, and an […]
Read More: Deal: Unlocked Alcatel IDOL 4S with VR headset now available for just $199
Acer today revealed Switch 7 Black Edition, the world's first fanless 2-in-1 notebook with discrete graphics. Acer Switch 7 Black Edition features a sturdy brushed-aluminum body and is powered by a 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphics. Despite its powerful specs, it weighs less than 1.15 kg (2.5 lbs.). The Switch 7 Black Edition comes with a […]
Read More: Acer's latest Surface Pro competitor boasts killer specs
Acer is today introducing a new AIO device powered by Windows 10 at IFA. The company's Aspire S24 is a thin and light all-in-one device that comes with a couple of cool features. First up, you get all the usual specs on the Aspire S24 — including Intel's new 8th gen processors. But the device's […]
Read More: Acer built a really beautiful $999 Windows 10 All-in-One
At IFA, Acer today announced a refreshed line of its Spin 5 laptops. The company is upgrading the company's Spin 5 line of convertible laptops with Intel's latest and greatest processors to offer improved performance and battery usage. The refreshed Spin 5 boasts Intel's 8th-gen Core processors. The device is available with a 13-inch or […]
Read More: Acer's Spin 5 laptop gets refreshed with Intel's latest processors
Dell is taking its line of gaming hardware a step further by introducing two new monitors dedicated for gaming. The company today introduced two 34-inch monitors under its Alienware brand, which already has an impressive line of gaming hardware. The company's new gaming monitors aren't anything fancy, and they pack the usual high-end features you'd […]
Read More: Dell unveils two new Alienware 34-inch curved monitors with lightning-fast overclocked refresh rate
Dell today announced their updated Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming Laptop that meets the minimum spec requirements for Windows Mixed Reality Ultra PCs. As expected, Dell has optimised this laptop to work with the new Dell Visor Windows Mixed Reality Headset. The new Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming Laptop is powered by NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 discrete graphics with NVIDIA Max […]
Read More: Dell announces VR-Ready Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming Laptop with GTX 1060 discrete graphics
Logitech today announced the launch of its next-generation gaming mouse and keyboard, the Logitech G603 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse and the Logitech G613 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. Logitech today also unveiled the Logitech G840 XL Gaming Mouse Pad. Logitech G603 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse: The Logitech G603 comes with new HERO sensor to offer […]
Read More: Logitech announces its next-generation gaming mouse and keyboard
Amazon has announced that the Alexa voice assistant will soon offer a Cortana skill, allowing Echo owners to access information which is only available via Microsoft's own voice assistant service. Users will be able to say "Alexa, Open Cortana" followed by their command such as "When is the next budget review" which is only available to […]
Read More: Great news! Cortana will now work with the Amazon Alexa!
Cortana is in many cases the glue which holds Microsoft's cross platform efforts together. Microsoft has now posted an updated for the Cortana for Android beta app, taking it to version 2.9.3. The update does not bring any new features, but does improve the stability of what can be quite a buggy app at times. […]
Read More: Cortana for Android updated, now "stabilized"
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) yesterday announced the recipients of the 69th Annual Technology & Engineering Emmy Awards. Microsoft Skype won an Emmy Award for "Development of Integrated Consumer Video Conferencing Service into Broadcast Production Environments and Workflows." Skype TX is a studio grade system that enables broadcasters to seamlessly integrate […]
Read More: Microsoft wins an Emmy Award for Skype
Vertigo Games and Jaywalkers Interactive today announced that Arizona Sunshine, a popular VR zombie shooter game, will be a Windows Mixed Reality launch title. This will allow zombie hunters to play on an untethered headset for the first time and experience the world of Arizona Sunshine on the highest resolution headset on the market. Built from the ground […]
Read More: PlayStation VR's Arizona Sunshine to be a Windows Mixed Reality launch title
Microsoft is today releasing another build of Windows 10 to Windows Insiders in the Fast Ring. The company today pushed Windows 10 Build 16278 to Windows Insiders in the Fast Ring with some bug fixes. As expected, the build doesn't include any major changes or new features as Microsoft is putting finishing touches on the […]
Read More: Windows 10 Build 16278 released to Insiders, here's the changelog
We reported yesterday that Deputy Commissioner of Information & Technology Jessica Tisch's decision to go with Windows Phones were under attack after it was revealed that the NYPD was planning a wholesale switch to iPhones. Now in a short column in NYPD News Tisch responded by defending her decision as appropriate for the time, and downplayed the […]
Read More: NYPD defends their Windows Phones as effective and under budget, still replacing them
Every week numerous games release on Xbox One. While many are substantial experiences like Injustice 2 and Tekken 7, there are a few hidden gems here and there. Many of these smaller games have either caught the public's eye or are just stellar titles which all Xbox One owners should try out. This week we're […]
Another app for Windows Phones has been lost to that big app store in the SkyDrive. Flipboard for Windows phone, which made its debut with the Nokia Lumia 1020 in 2013 has now been retired. It'll still work on your Windows Phone, but if you uninstall it, that'll be the end of that. A community […]
Read More: Flipboard turns the page on its Windows Phone app
Trekstor introduced a smartwatch powered by Windows 10 earlier this year. The company's Windows 10 smartwatch sports a 1.54-inch display, and it's not your run-of-the-mill smartwatch. Trekstor marketed the smartwatch towards its enterprise customers, and a big German-based hotel is already testing out the company's smartwatch. Germany's Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts is currently testing Trekstor's […]
Read More: This German hotel is using a Windows 10 smartwatch to advance its customer service
You can now get a HP Stream 11 Laptop PC running Windows 10 with Intel dual-core processor and 4GB RAM for just $193. This laptop also comes with a free one year subscription of Office 365 Personal. HP Stream 11 Laptop comes with a faster Wi-Fi performance and improved battery life packaged in a light-weight […]
Read More: Deal: HP Stream 11 Laptop with Office 365 Personal for one year for just $193
Instagram is improving its multi-photo upload functionality for the current mobile apps to more closely resemble the flow it enables for single photo uploads. Now, instead of being constrained to the square images Instagram users have been dealing with for ages, you can now modify the photos so they can be shared either in the normal square […]
Read More: Instagram's latest update gives you increased creative flexibility, still limits you
As part of the Labor Day Sale in the Windows Store, you can save up to 65 percent on new movies, movie bundles and TV season passes. You can find deals on popular titles such as: Kong: Skull Island + Godzilla – $18.99 Harry Potter: The Complete 8 Film – $59.99 The Lord of the […]
Read More: Labor Day Sale: Save up to 65 percent on movies and TV shows on Windows Store
Telltale's The Walking Dead games are always popular and if you own them on Xbox 360 you'll be able to play them on Xbox One now. According to a tweet posted by Larry Hryb a few moments ago, multiple The Walking Dead games are going to be backward compatible today. Yes, The Walking Dead, The Walking […]
Read More: Multiple The Walking Dead games are joining backward compatibility today
At VMworld today, VMware announced its partnership with Frame to stream Windows apps from the Cloud. Frame will power VMware's new App Express service, as a part of Workspace ONE. VMware's App Express service will allow organizations rapidly deploy and stream full-fledged Windows applications like Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Autodesk and more from the cloud. End […]
Read More: VMware partners with Frame to stream Windows apps from the cloud
You can now buy 1 month Groove Music subscription for $9.99 and get 6 months subscription for free. Microsoft will send you 2 free 3-month promo codes after you purchase 1 month subscription. You can also share the promo codes with others if you want. Groove Music subscription is your access to millions of ad-free […]
Read More: Groove Music Labor Day Deal: Buy 1 month subscription and get 6 months for free
While Microsoft's HoloLens still offers the best augmented reality experience it is being rapidly overtaken by hardware-agnostic phone-based mixed reality like Snapchat and of course Apple's ARKit. Up till now Google's version of Mixed Reality was also tied to hardware, via its Project Tango phones, which feature special depth-sensing cameras. Google has now however responded […]
Read More: Google abandons Project Tango, takes on Apple's ARKit with hardware-independent ARCore
Dell today announced their latest fully rugged tablet, the Latitude 7212. The Latitude 7212 is lighter, faster, and more capable than ever with improved battery life, updated processor options and storage upgrades. Dell Latitude 7212 Rugged Extreme Tablet can withstand extreme cold, heat, humidity, corrosive sand or sea water. Dell Latitude 7212 weighs just over […]
Read More: Dell's new Latitude 7212 Rugged Tablet is a nearly-indestructible device
Back in 2014, alongside Windows Phone 8.1, Microsoft also previewed a live lockscreen app for Windows phones. This app would let Windows phone users change their lock screen to different, more interesting variations. While the app was eventually released, it was in beta, very buggy, and therefore it never got off the ground. This app […]
Read More: You can now download and install the Live Lockscreen Beta app once more
Update: Turn 10 revealed even more cars coming to Forza Motorsport 7 when it launches in a few months. We've updated the list for you. Turn 10 also unveiled new body customization options which will allow you to truly personalize your vehicles. Forza Motorsport 7 is going to be an absolute blast and today Turn […]
Read More: Turn 10 reveals hundreds of Forza Motorsport 7's vehicles
Skype for iPhone picked up an update last night for iPhones. Microsoft is still pushing Skype as your default messaging app, so naturally, the main feature being improved here is photo sharing. You can now share panoramic photos you've captured in the iPhone's camera app on Skype highlights (Something Snapchat and Instagram don't yet allow). You […]
Read More: Skype for iPhone now lets you share panoramic images and more in new update
Microsoft's Windows Mixed Reality plans are starting to look a lot more real, particularly with the announcement of support for Steam's VR apps, and the teaser of an upcoming Halo game in VR. Microsoft originally promised that Windows Mixed Reality would run on PCs as cheap as $500, but has recently revealed a two tier […]
Read More: Here are the specs you need to run Windows Mixed Reality and Mixed Reality Ultra
During the Microsoft Data Insight Summit 2017 event, Microsoft first demoed Timeline Storyteller, a Power BI visual that can be used for visualizing data representing a sequences of events. Timeline Storyteller can be used to present different aspects of your data using a palette of timeline representations, scales, and layouts, as well as controls for […]
Every week numerous games release on Xbox One. While many are substantial experiences like Injustice 2 and Tekken 7, there are a few hidden gems here and there. Many of these smaller games have either caught the public's eye or are just stellar titles which all Xbox One owners should try out. This week we're […]
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Microsoft yesterday released a preview version of a brand new WinDbg debugger tool for Windows developers. This is a major update with lots of new features that will be loved by developers. First of all, it comes with more modern visuals. Microsoft has adopted the popular Ribbon UI for WinDbg. Read about the UI changes […]
Read More: Microsoft releases a brand new WinDbg debugger tool in Windows Store
Songbringer is a science fiction action role-playing adventure with swords, secrets, dungeons, bosses and a wealth of other content. You play the role of protagonist and accidental hero, Roq Epimetheos. With a propensity for partying and making music, he cruises the galaxy with his skybot Jib aboard the ship Songbringer, searching for verdant planets absent […]
Read More: Interview: Songbringer — Creator Nathanael Weiss discusses the game's challenges and inspirations
Every week Microsoft discounts many games but this week has to be one of the best. Many of the Assassin's Creed games are on sale. The best part is that they're available for around $10. Ubisoft definitely is the star of the show this week but there are other gems like Mafia II available at […]
Read More: This week's Deals with Gold feature Assassin's Creed and Rainbow Six Siege
Apple has been trying to break into the enterprise market with macOS for a while now, even though the company's operating system isn't really built for businesses. The company's devices still power a lot of businesses around the world, specifically in the United States. It's also trying to get into the enterprise market with iOS. […]
Read More: Apple's invasion of enterprise failing as more companies opt for Windows PCs
Tropical storm Harvey is still wreaking havoc in Texas, has displaced hundreds of thousands of people, killed at least 8 people and is estimated to have caused between $10 and $20 billion in damages. First responders have been crucial in caring for those fleeing from their homes, including specialists such as the Red Cross. To […]
Read More: Microsoft donate $100,000 to Red Cross Harvey relief, encourage others to follow suit
Microsoft is today releasing a new cumulative update for the Windows 10 Anniversary Update. The company is rolling out KB4039396 to users running the Windows 10 Anniversary Update, which brings the build number up to 14393.1670. This is the second cumulative update for the Windows 10 Anniversary Update of this month, as Microsoft released build […]
Read More: Windows 10 Anniversary Update gets its 2nd cumulative update of the month (changelog)
Microsoft recently announced that they are adding support for new services like StaffHub, Azure Event Grid, Azure Event hubs and more to Flow. Microsoft last month released a new capability that will allow users to share button flows with or without connections. With the recent update, Microsoft announced a new feature that will allow a […]
Read More: Microsoft Flow adds support for StaffHub and four new Azure services
Fitbit launched their first smartwatch, the Fitbit Ionic today, and while the device was always expected to be cross-platform the company did not explicitly confirm support for Windows Phone/ Windows 10 Mobile. Now in the SDK the company clearly states that Windows Phone will form part of their platform, which should be reassuring to some […]
Read More: SDK confirms Fitbit Ionic supports Windows Phone
ReCore: Definitive Edition is now available on Xbox One and Windows 10. The game is still 7.6 GB on Xbox One so those who were saying that the update was somehow 16 GB like the Windows 10 version were wrong. The visuals looks the same but the performance has been drastically improved. The upgrade is […]
Read More: ReCore: Definitive Edition is now available on Xbox One and Windows 10
It's that time of the year again: new iPhones are coming. Apple usually launches its new line of hardware in September of every year, and this time the company isn't doing anything different. The company also has a lot of new things to announce this time around, including three new iPhone devices. While we have […]
Read More: Get your contracts ready: iPhone 8 launch date leaked
Microsoft is finally bringing Outlook's Focused Inbox feature to Windows 10 Mobile devices. The company started testing Outlook on Windows 10 PCs as early as February of this year, and it's been gradually rolling the feature out to more users over the past few months. While you would expect the feature to be available on […]
Read More: Outlook's Focused Inbox finally lands on Windows 10 Mobile
Dell is today launching a new premium tier support channel for its hardware at IFA. The company today introduced its new Premium Support Plus service, which will offer top tier customer service to owners of Dell's XPS and Inspiron devices. The company is also offering Premium Support Plus for its Alienware gaming line of the […]
Read More: Dell launches new premium tier support channel for its products
Dell today updated the world's first 17-inch 2-in-1 with 8th gen Intel processor and new features. The 360 degree hinge enables users to use this device in four different modes. It comes with FHD IPS resolution touch display that provides impressive detail in laptop, tent, stand & tablet modes. It is powered by the latest […]
By all accounts the NYPD's adoption of Windows Phones was a blazing success, making the force more effective and responsive. Like many other companies, councils and institutions who bet on Microsoft however, Microsoft's abandonment of the mobile device market has forced the police force to make some hard decisions, which in this case means a […]
Read More: NYPD surrender their Windows Phones, plans to buy 36,000 iPhones
Today, Dell announced their updated Inspiron 7000 series laptops and 2-in-1s with new 8th gen Intel processors. These devices offer great visual experience and performance in sleek, affordable packages. The new Inspiron 13 & 15 7000 laptops and 2-in-1s come with thin and light design with the latest technologies that rival some of the premium […]
As part of their new product range, Fitbit is also introducing their own new wireless headphones, the Fitbit Flyer. Fitbit claims their first Bluetooth headphones feature a durable, sweatproof design and customizable fit, clear sound and powerful bass. Fitbit says the wireless headphones incorporate cutting-edge technology from Waves MaxxAudio that delivers two sound profiles so […]
Read More: Fitbit's new Flyer headphones lets you ditch your phone
Dell today announced the updated XPS 13 laptop with 8th Generation Intel processors. According to Dell, the updated XPS 13 will offer up to 44% more performance with 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processors and the new Dynamic Power Mode. The 8th gen Intel Core i7 processors now come with four cores versus two in the 7th […]
Read More: Dell announces updated XPS 13 with 8th Gen Intel processors
Today, Dell revealed all the information about its upcoming Windows Mixed Reality Headset, Dell Visor. Dell Visor looks sleek and comfortable. It comes with a pair of high resolution 1440 x 1440 LCD panels offering a sharp and smooth 360° panoramic experience. The flip-up visor lets users quickly and conveniently transition from virtual to real […]
Read More: Dell Visor Windows Mixed Reality Headset delivers VR at an affordable price
After many months of leaks, Fitbit has now finally made their Ionic smartwatch official. Focussed on health and fitness, the Ionic is the first mainstream fitness band to track blood oxygen content, via a new SpO2 sensor, making it possible to track deeper health insights like sleep apnea. The band also offers industry-leading GPS tracking, […]
Read More: Fitbit launches their cross-platform Ionic smartwatch
Microsoft today revealed its plans for Windows Mixed Reality experiences. Along with the update about the Windows Mixed Reality hardware, Microsoft today for the first time revealed its plans for the content. Microsoft is working with a number of partners to bring immersive experiences to the Windows Store. The first wave of content partners include Next […]
Read More: Microsoft brings Steam content to Windows Mixed Reality headsets
In a blog post-Microsoft has posted a detailed update on the launch of their new Windows Mixed Reality ecosystem. Part of their IFA 2017 announcement, Microsoft noted the advantages of their system as compared to other VR devices such as Oculus or HTC Vive. These include being easy set up, due to the use of […]
Read More: Microsoft reveals detailed Windows Mixed Reality Holiday plans
You can now buy Microsoft Surface Keyboard for just $65.99 (was $99.99) in the US. Microsoft Surface Keyboard comes with a soft gray finish, it's the perfect complement to your Surface. Microsoft Hardware team has engineered travel, height, pitch, and spacing of this keyboard help improve your typing speed and accuracy. The optimized feedback and […]
Read More: Deal: Microsoft Surface Keyboard now available for just $65.99
Are you a fan of Game of Thrones and want more before 2019? Well, you're in luck. It appears that Bethesda is making a Game of Thrones game. We know that Bethesda has two projects currently in development which they haven't announced yet. Could this Game of Thrones title be one of them? Now, you […]
Read More: Bethesda may be working on a Game of Thrones game
A somewhat late arrival in the Windows Store, Nissan has just published an official Nissan Connect app for their cars in the Windows Store. Nissan has become an early partner on Microsoft's Connected Car platform and we wonder of the delivery of the app is related to this. The app allows users to gain access to […]
Read More: Nissan Connect app for Windows 10 Mobile now available
Analyst company IDC has posted their latest 5-year forecast of the Personal Computing Device market, which includes traditional PCs (a combination of desktop, notebook, and workstations) and tablets (slates and detachables), and the company no longer forecasts any growth in this category anymore. Noting they expect the market to decline through 2021, with no actual periods […]
Read More: The IDC gives up on long term PC growth, but declares Windows 10 the king of detachables
Samsung Electronics today announced three new professional monitors for the modern workplace, the CH89 (34-inch curved model), CH80 (27-inch curved model) and SH85 (23.8- and 27-inch flat-screen models) at IFA 2017. The CH89, CH80 and SH85 feature the USB Type C interface for seamless connectivity, as well as optimized clarity and color presentation at the […]
Read More: Samsung introduce a range of USB-C-powered monitors at IFA 2017
The Microsoft HoloLens is an incredibly sophisticated device, featuring custom hardware and unique software algorithms. The platform has however rapidly been overtaken, in terms of mindshare, by phone-based AR, which uses standard smartphone cameras and very clever software to superimpose digital images on the real world. Before Apple's ARKit Snapchat was the best example of […]
Read More: HoloLens AR compared to Snapchat AR (video)
One would not normally think of city councils as being at the forefront of technology, but Melbourne's Wyndham City Council is set to change that perception by embracing one of the world's hottest technologies, augmented reality, to help plan and visualize development in their borough. The council created a system called WynLens, based on the Microsoft […]
Read More: Wyndham City Council embrace futuristic technology to aid regeneration
Path of Exile is a Diablo III-like game which builds upon the genre. While games like Diablo III, Victor Vran: Overkill Edition and Vikings: Wolves of Midgard are great titles, they aren't comprehensive experiences which offers a compelling narrative. While Diablo III approaches that, it's still not as expansive as Path of Exile. Path of […]
Read More: Review: Path of Exile: The Fall of Oriath — Stellar free-to-play gaming
Update: The developers praised the Xbox One X and said that the added power made native 4K possible unlike PlayStation 4 Pro which is very weak in comparison and uses checkerboarded rendering. The difference is night and day. Even Mike Ybarra commented on the startling differences between the versions and how the game looked better on […]
Microsoft today released a new update to OneDrive on Android. The company is bringing some of the goodness from its Office Lens app to the OneDrive app with the latest update. It's boosting OneDrive's Scan feature with some big upgrades, utilizing some of the power of Office Lens. OneDrive's Scan feature will now be able […]
Read More: OneDrive for Android updated with Office Lens goodness
Microsoft is rolling out a new update to its To-Do app on Android. The company is adding a number of new features and enhancements to the app with its latest update, although the new additions aren't anything major. Microsoft To-Do now shows the title for a specific to-do when it's displaying showing search results from […]
Read More: Microsoft To-Do grabs new features with latest update on Android
The Windows 10 Action Centre is — besides being a notification center — a place where users can carry out actions. For apps like messaging and email, for example, users can easily reply to messages or triage their inbox all from the action center. Action toasts is one such app. It extends the Action Center […]
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With Windows 10, Microsoft is moving more and more standard features of Windows into the Windows 10 Settings app. To briefly recap: There are two kinds of user accounts in Windows, standard accounts, and administrator accounts. For standard accounts, you're essentially a light user of the store. You can install apps from the store, and […]
Read More: How to manage user accounts in Windows 10 through the settings app
While Google made its Allo app available on the Windows desktop a few weeks ago, we noted that it was limited to Chrome and users of other browsers–including Microsoft's Edge–couldn't use the app. An enterprising developer has built a dedicated Windows app (as well as a MacOS app) so users can make use of the app […]
Read More: Use Google Allo without installing Chrome with this desktop app
Microsoft is launching a really cool feature for Skype today. The company is adding a brand-new code editor to Skype, which will enable users to code in real-time with others while in a call. Skype's code editor supports 7 languages, including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, and Ruby. The code editor will include syntax […]
Read More: Skype's newest feature will make engineering teams very happy
It's no secret that Windows Precision Touchpad drivers have gone a long way in bringing touchpad functionality in Windows PCs on par with MacBooks — alongside with better hardware design and roomier touchpads of course. Not all PCs ship with these drivers, with some manufacturers opting for Synaptics and Elan drivers which are inferior to Microsoft's […]
Read More: How to enable Precision Touchpad drivers on your non-precision PC
Microsoft released a new build for Windows 10 Mobile insiders last night with a slew of bug fixes.While Microsoft didn't highlight any new known issues in accordance with its new policies, that doesn't mean that Windows 10 Mobile devices didn't pick up some new bugs with this release. Some users have begun complaining that the […]
Read More: Microsoft's newest mobile build partially breaks Windows Hello
It is still to launch, but WhatsApp has been slowly working towards a new service which is set to make their messaging platform a lot more useful for their billion users. WhatsApp for Business would allow users to engage businesses to ask questions, seek support and eventually engage in e-commerce, as is common in Asia […]
Read More: FAQ reveals more detail about WhatsApp for Business
Every week a handful of games release on Xbox One and many elude owners of the console due to their timid marketing. Xbox Wire makes sure you know about them but can't provide gamers with recommendations. Additionally, their lists are usually incomplete. A lot of these titles are absolutely phenomenal and it's a shame that they aren't […]
Read More: Top 5 games coming to Xbox One next week
Microsoft delivered a surprise new feature to Xbox One Insiders on the Preview Alpha & Beta rings. Those lucky Xbox One users can now purchase a selection of Xbox One peripherals including controllers directly from their console from a new Store feature. The news was delivered by Brad Rossetti from the Xbox Preview Program at Microsoft. Xbox […]
Read More: Xbox Insiders can now purchase gaming peripherals directly from their console
The original Xbox One will go down as another example of how Microsoft grabbed defeat from the jaws of victory, going from the most popular console of the last generation to selling only half as much as the PlayStation 4. It is therefore not with much sadness we bid farewell to the device, as Microsoft […]
Read More: Microsoft closes the door on the original Xbox One
Windows 10 Mobile Build 15245 is being rolled out to Windows Insiders in the Fast Ring today. Microsoft's Windows Insider team today released build 15245 alongside build 16275 for PCs, and both of the new releases don't include any major new features or changes. The build for Mobile devices also focuses on minor improvements and […]
Read More: Here's what's improved and fixed in Windows 10 Mobile build 15245
Microsoft today released the second Windows Insider preview for Insiders in the Fast Ring this week. Earlier in the week, Microsoft released Windows 10 build 16273 to Windows Insiders after a 2-week long break, and it's releasing another today. The latest build of Windows 10 does not include a lot of new features as Microsoft […]
Read More: Here's what's improved and fixed in Windows 10 build 16275 for PCs
It looks like Microsoft is doing well at Gamescom 2017. Every year the event crowns some winners for their best of show awards. This time around a lot of games which will be on Xbox One, as well as the Xbox One X, took home the honors. Some of the main awards are as follows: […]
Read More: Xbox One X and other games win big at Gamescom Awards 2017
Microsoft is today releasing two new builds of Windows 10 today. The company released a new PC build earlier this week, but Insiders are getting another one today. The PC build may not be available to all Windows Insiders at the moment as Microsoft says some of the x64 versions for those running Windows 10 […]
Read More: Windows 10 build 16275 and Mobile build 15245 now available to Insiders
Microsoft recently started testing a new Fluent Design look for the Windows Store a few months ago. The company started off by completely removing some of the background colors, introducing a card-based user interface, and a lot of other tiny tweaks to prepare for the real Fluent Design update. A few weeks later, we got […]
Read More: Windows Store's revamped interface heads to all Windows 10 users
Windows 10 S users have been experiencing an issue with Adobe's $60 Photoshop Elements 15 app on their devices. When downloading the app from the Windows Store and launching it, users are getting an error that's preventing them from actually using the app. While both Adobe and Microsoft have promised a fix for this issue […]
Read More: Adobe shares workaround for broken Photoshop Elements 15 on Windows 10 S
To celebrate the end of another week the Windows Store is running an amazing deal on some great rental titles, including some still hot titles such as Ghost in the Shell and instant classics you may have missed such as La La Land, all to rent for only $0.99. The full collection includes: Find the […]
Read More: Deal Alert: Rent great movies including Ghost in the Shell, La La Land and more for only $0.99
A few days ago we reported that the Xbox One X was out of stock in various places. We then reported that it had already surpassed the combined sales of the PlayStation 4 Pro this year. Well, now we have official confirmation from Microsoft. The Xbox One X is officially the fastest selling Xbox which […]
Read More: Xbox One X is the fastest-selling Xbox console ever through preorders
Update: The headset is now available for preorder through Amazon. LucidSound, one of the fastest growing brands in gaming audio, announced today the LS15X Wireless In-Ear Contour Gaming Headset. The LS15X provides a true wireless gaming solution for maximum comfort and crystal-clear chat which is expected to ship this Winter. Similar to the previously announced […]
Read More: LS15X In-Ear Gaming Headset supports Xbox One and Xbox One X wirelessly
This week's fast ring build contains so many fixes that your head will spin. Well, maybe. It also introduces the brand new Bahnschrift font, which does away with traditional font weights as we know them. You can check out some of the various articles we talk about on this week's episode by following the links […]
Read More: MSPoweruser Podcast 62: Flighting Both Fixes & Fonts
Microsoft has updated the Outlook Mail and Calendar app for Windows 10 devices. The company is rolling out a new update which adds Microsoft To-Do integration to the app, making it easier for users to switch between To-Do and the Calendar app on their Windows 10 Mobile device. Outlook Calendar now includes a shortcut to […]
Read More: Outlook Calendar gets Microsoft To-Do integration on Windows 10 Mobile
One of humanities greatest strengths is the ability to navigate the world using only limited data, relying to a large part on our experience built up over years of personal exposure, education and media. This, for example, means we drive slower around schools because we suspect there may be children around, or offer a seat […]
Read More: Microsoft aims to lie to their AI to reduce sexist bias
Microsoft today released an update for Xbox mobile apps for iOS and Android devices. This update now allows users to watch popular Mixer streams which are trending around the world. This update also allows users to find their Club members who are currently broadcasting. View popular Mixer streams in Trending Support for discovering Club members […]
Read More: Users can now view popular Mixer streams on Xbox iOS and Android apps
Microsoft today pushed out another update to Office for Mac to Office Insiders on the Fast Ring. The main new feature is UI improvements to the Outlook app, which can be seen in the screen shots above. The changes to the mail and meeting invitation headers are intended to improve readability, accessibility as well as make the app […]
Read More: Latest Office Insiders on the Mac build brings UI improvements (changelog)
A raft of Windows Mixed Reality headsets are heading towards us this holiday season, but the hardware will be worse than useless without software to run on the platform. Fortunately, that does seem to be on the way, with the latest sign being Inception, an immersive content network, announcing their support for Microsoft and their Windows […]
Read More: Content actually coming to Windows Mixed Reality as VR company adds support
Grinding Gear Games just announced that their award-winning game, Path of Exile: The Fall of Oriath, has launched on Xbox One-the first console release for the massively popular Diablo III-like role-playing game. Despite its free-to-play nature, Path of Exile is designed around a strong online item economy, deep character customisation, competitive player vs. player matches, […]
Read More: Diablo III-like sensation Path of Exile is now available on Xbox One
?? your Xbox? ?? Twitter? Update the Twitter app on @Xbox to login & watch more of what's happening live! ? https://t.co/5NTb8aBXzC http://pic.twitter.com/Sw9v4pMBxj — Twitter Video (@TwitterVideo) August 24, 2017 Twitter for Xbox One allows you to enjoy live sports, entertainment, and news on your your TV with curated Twitter commentary. Twitter yesterday updated this […]
Read More: Twitter app updated with support for live 360 videos and more on Xbox One
Halo Wars 2 keeps on getting content. At Gamescom 2017, 343 Industries announced that Halo Wars 2: Awakening the Nightmare story expansion will be releasing on September 26. You'll get to fight the Flood again so what more could you want? Well, there's more coming even if you didn't want it. Halo Wars 2: Awakening […]
Read More: Halo Wars 2's next update prepares the game for Xbox One X at full 4K
Microsoft has just documented it's August 15 firmware update for the Surface Pro 3. This update adds support for the new Surface Pro's Type covers, so users who still run the old Surface Pro 3 will be able to purchase new type covers and leave their PCs feeling just like new. Here's the full changelog: […]
Read More: Microsoft keeps Surface backward compatibility promise with latest Surface Pro 3 firmware upgrade
Final Fantasy XV has always been a strange game with its quirky characters like Prompto and unruly Chocobos. However, what I'm about to tell you might just take the cake. Well, have you ever had a dream where you imagined what Assassin's Creed would look like in the world of Final Fantasy XV? Well, I […]
Read More: Final Fantasy XV is getting a quirky Assassin's Creed Festival
A big storm is about to roll through the world of Fortnite! Available on August 29, the Survive the Storm update includes an all-new…you guessed it…Survive the Storm mode, special mutant storms with unique challenges and rewards, new weapons, new heroes, and much more. The threat is only here for a limited time, so players […]
Read More: Fortnite's Survive the Storm update adds features and improves performance
You can now get the 500 GB Xbox One S Battlefield 1 Bundle, an extra Xbox One controller and Rainbow Six Siege for just $240. This console bundle comes with a full-game download of Battlefield 1 Standard Edition, one month of EA Access and a 14-day Xbox Live Gold Trial. The 500 GB Xbox One S Battlefield […]
Read More: Deal: 500 GB Xbox One S Battlefield 1 Bundle, an extra controller and a free game for $240
Microsoft announced back in June that they will bring all four Surface Laptop colors in 17 new markets including the UK over the coming months. From today, you can order the Surface Laptop with 256 GB / Intel Core i5 / 8GB RAM in Burgundy, Graphite Gold and Cobalt Blue in the UK. Read about […]
Read More: Surface Laptop in YOUR favourite colour now available in UK
The Xbox One X: Project Scorpio Edition went up for preorder on Sunday and since then the response has been incredible. It's sold out on Amazon and the retailer can barely keep them in stock. In just a few days the total sales of the Xbox One X: Project Scorpio Edition have eclipsed the PlayStation […]
Read More: Microsoft vows to meet Xbox One X demand after initial stock sells out in hours
We all know what Razer is by now. Well, today they announced the officially licensed Razer Wolverine Ultimate gaming controller for Xbox One and PC. The Razer Wolverine Ultimate was designed to adapt itself to any gamer. Just like the Xbox Elite Controller, the implement features interchangeable D-pads, a range of interchangeable thumbsticks, and remappable […]
Read More: Razer unveils colortastic Wolverine Ultimate gaming controller for Xbox One and PC
September's free Games with Gold were just revealed and they include some great surprises. Games like Battlefield 3 and Forza Motorsport 5 will be free for Xbox Live gold members. Forza Motorsport 5 is the acclaimed racer which began the racing sensation on a Xbox One. Oxenfree is a fantastic horror experience presented in 2D. […]
Read More: September's free Games with Gold feature Battlefield 3 and Forza Motorsport 5
AdDuplex has released stats for the month ending in August, and the focus this month is on Windows PCs and the Creators Update. As you know, Microsoft earlier opened the floodgates for the Creators update this month, so users all over the world were now being prompted to update to Windows 10 version 1703. However, […]
Read More: Windows 10 users aren't updating to the Creators Update fast enough
Update: The Xbox One X: Project Scorpio Edition is back again on Amazon. If you didn't get a chance to preorder it before, be sure to do so now! Xbox fans, the day is finally here. You can preorder the Xbox One X around the world at your favorite retailer. Despite the fact that the Xbox One X […]
Read More: Xbox One X is available for preorder again
It's that time of the year where new phones are coming out, and users are tempted to upgrade. From Samsung's spectacular Galaxy Note 8 to the Nokia 8, to the iPhone 8 (sure are a lot of 8s), there's plenty reason for Windows phone users to be looking at upgrading to newer, more capable handsets. […]
Read More: Repurposing your old Windows Phone in 2017
Qwerty, Azerty, or whatever you please, Windows 10 lets you make use of and toggle between different keyboard languages and layouts. There are advantages to using different keyboard layouts on Windows for users who are bilingual or even extensively multilingual. Some may simply prefer using different layouts for different contexts, especially when using convertible devices […]
Read More: Make your Windows 10 keyboard work for you by switching languages and layouts
Microsoft has finally rolled out Windows 10 Mobile build 15240 to Windows insiders on the slow ring, delivering a set of new emojis for mobile as well as a new Lunar calendar. This is the second Windows 10 Fall Creators Update build for mobile to include actual – albeit superficial – changes to the mobile […]
Read More: Windows Insiders get new emojis for Windows phone on the Slow Ring
You can now save $400 on the new Dell XPS 13 Rose Gold edition laptop. It comes with a 13.3-inch QHD+ touchscreen, Intel Core i7-7500U processor, 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD. Dell XPS 13 is known for its premium construction, excellent portability and powerful spec. Also, it features the world's first InfinityEdge display, a virtually borderless 13-inch […]
Read More: Deal: Save $400 on Dell XPS 13 with Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD
Google has been offering different pre-release packages of Chrome browser on Windows. Chrome Dev and Chrome Beta channels help web developers and fans to try out new features and test web applications. By default, when users install Chrome, Google installs the most stable and supported build available. If users want to install Chrome Dev and Chrome Beta releases, […]
Read More: You can now run multiple versions of Chrome side-by-side on Windows
Microsoft has won a court injunction against Russian hacking group Fancybear this Tuesday, banning them from hacking Microsoft computers or using their trademarks. The US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia permanently enjoined Fancy Bears from sending malicious software or code to infect Microsoft or Microsoft's customers without authorization. Of course telling criminals […]
Read More: Microsoft wins a trademark case against Russian hackers, and it's more useful than you think
Windows Maps has also seen an update for Insiders, taking it to version 5.1708. The update brings one new feature – the ability to tap on transit stops on the map to see arrival times. The app currently supports: Get driving, walking and public transport directions. See multiple searches together on one map, including addresses, […]
Read More: Windows Maps for Insiders updated with tappable transit stops
I can't even contain my excitement right now. Remember a few months ago when I questioned if you should get the Injustice 2 Season Pass? Well, it's worth it now. Hellboy, the iconic character, is coming to the game. While there are going to be others in there too like super-villain Black Manta and Mortal […]
Read More: Hellboy is coming to Injustice 2
Update: Satya Nadella commented on Microsoft's gaming business as well. He said: "Our gaming business now is more than $9 billion and growing profitably. The gaming world is growing faster than ever before from gameplay across multiple devices, to the explosive growth in streaming and eSports, to new subscription services and mixed reality scenarios…We launched…new […]
Read More: Satya Nadella says Microsoft's gaming business is worth billions and profitable
Microsoft is soon going to be rolling out a new logo for its cross-platform code editor, Visual Studio Code. The new logo, which you can see above, ditches the old blue look for a new orange accent. The logo will appear first in Insider builds of Visual Studio Code sometime soon, and it'll be released […]
Read More: Visual Studio Code is getting a new logo
Microsoft's Windows Store is the firm's digital store front for its customers and arguably the main point of Windows 10. Microsoft really wants you to use the Store for everything, you can possibly need in your digital life. This is why aside from being a digital store for PC games, Xbox games, and approximately 10 […]
Read More: It's time for Microsoft to bring the Windows Store cross-platform
Following the yesterday's announcement about support for Live TV on Xbox 360 console, Hulu today announced that their live TV plan subscribers can now stream live TV content through browsers on their PCs. Until now, Hulu Live TV was limited to mobile devices and TV experiences. Unlike Sling TV, Hulu Live TV experience will be […]
Read More: Hulu's Live TV update lets you truly cut the cord with your PC
Update 2: Even though the console was announced and went up for preorder a few days ago, it's already surpassed the sales of the PlayStation 4 Pro in 2017 on Amazon. This is surprising given that the PlayStation 4 Pro has a lead of almost 8 months. It looks like Xbox One X: Project Scorpio Edition […]
Read More: Xbox One X: Project Scorpio Edition tops charts around the world beating PlayStation 4 Pro
Telegram for Windows phone has been updated to version 2.5 in the Windows Store, this time for Windows phones. This update adds the latest features from the Preview app to the mainstream app. This means users can now make use of Telegram's Snapchat inspired – albeit now mainstream – self-destructing media. This lets you set […]
Read More: Telegram for Windows Phone now has self-destructing photos – just like everyone else
Microsoft is today releasing the August update for Office on Windows to Office Insiders. The company is adding a bunch of new features to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office apps with this month's update, but there's one big new feature. With this month's update, Microsoft is taking real-time collaboration on Office a step further. […]
Read More: Office for Windows takes real-time collaboration a step further
Microsoft today announced the official support for Windows 10 S on the Windows Insider program. Devices running Windows 10 S can now enroll into the Windows Insider program and get Windows Insider program builds. Just like the regular Windows 10 builds, the Windows Insider program will let you try out the new features in Windows […]
Read More: Windows 10 S now officially supported by the Windows Insider program
Microsoft is nearing the public release of the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. Redmond is currently busy fixing bugs and making minor enhancements to the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, and the software maker already released a huge set of improvements with the release of Windows 10 Build 16273 today. Needless to mention, Windows Insiders […]
Read More: The first Windows 10 Redstone 4 build will likely get released next week
Conditional access is a feature of Azure Active Directory that enables administrators to enforce controls on the access to apps in their environment based on specific conditions. With controls, they can either tie additional requirements to the access or they can block it. Its policy-based approach simplifies the configuration experience because it follows the way […]
Read More: Microsoft is making Apple macOS more enterprise-friendly
Microsoft today released a new Windows 10 Insider preview build after a 2 week-long break. The company released build 16273 today with the usual list of new features and improvements — but curious Insiders may have noticed that the build announcement was missing a list of known bugs. That's not because the build doesn't have […]
Read More: Microsoft will no longer provide a list of known issues for Windows 10 Insider builds
Wells Fargo is joining the ever growing throng of service providers and app developers leaving Microsoft's defunct Windows phone platform. In an email addressed to its subscribers, Wells Fargo announced that due to a renewed focus on "delivering exceptional digital experiences" and other feel-good but empty corporate phraseology, it'll be shutting down its Windows phone app. […]
Read More: Will the last banking app leaving Windows Phone please turn off the lights?
Microsoft is releasing build 16273 to Windows Insiders in the Fast Ring for PCs with a lot of improvements throughout the operating system. There isn't a lot of new features and the majority of the focus is on improvements and bug fixes. We are nearing the release of the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, so […]
Read More: Here's what's new and fixed in Windows 10 Build 16273 for PCs
Samsung is making up for the failed Galaxy Note 7 Launch last year with the Galaxy Note 8, the stylus equipped successor to the Note 7 and the bigger brother of the S8 and S8 Plus. In terms of specs, the Note is exactly as good as Samsung phones are expected to be in 2017. […]
Read More: Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Microsoft Edition can't come soon enough
With the Chrome OS and Chromebooks, Google succeeded in winning the education market in the US from Microsoft and Apple. Now, they are trying to enter the enterprise market which is a stronghold of Microsoft. Chrome Enterprise is a new subscription offering from Google that will offer many enterprise specific features like managed Google Play, […]
Read More: Google takes on Windows 10 with the new Chrome Enterprise
Minecraft is an incredibly popular game and it works well with an Xbox One controller. However, given the fact that you have a select numerous items in your inventory can be a slight issue with a thumbstick. Well, that may be about to change. Minecraft is getting an upgraded version which allows cross-play between various […]
Read More: Minecraft beta on Xbox One features mouse and keyboard support
Update: The developers praised the Xbox One X and said that the added power made native 4K possible unlike PlayStation 4 Pro which is very weak in comparison and uses checkerboarded rendering. The difference is night and day. Square Enix and award-winning studio Crystal Dynamics today announced enhancements planned for Rise of the Tomb Raider on […]
Microsoft recently released the latest edition of the Microsoft Security Intelligence Report (SIR Volume 22). The Microsoft Security Intelligence Report (SIR) analyzes the threat landscape of exploits, vulnerabilities, and malware using data from Internet services and over 600 million computers worldwide. Threat awareness can help you protect your organization, software, and people. According to the […]
Read More: Hackers target Microsoft's cloud with massive year on year increase in attacks
Update: If you look at build Crackdown 3 developers are showing at Gamescom 2017, the game is broken and buggy. No wonder it was delayed until 2018. According to a statement Polygon received from Microsoft, Crackdown 3 has been delayed until spring 2018. While many might be disappointed with this decision, the game looked unfinished when […]
Read More: Crackdown 3 has been delayed until 2018 due to bugs
