Windows 8 Fails To Lift Holiday PC Sales
PC makers need to build more innovative hardware around Microsoft's new touch-friendly OS, says IDC.
Nearly 1 million more Xbox 360s than Wii U consoles sold last month
According to Microsoft, it sold 1.4 million Xbox 360 units in December. Nintendo, meanwhile, said that it sold about 460,000 Wii U units in the same period.
Microsoft integrates Skype and Outlook with Skype 6.1
Users can now send an instant message or make a Skype call direct from Outlook
Microsoft reveals a custom controller for Tomb Raider's Xbox 360 release
Microsoft, developer Crystal Dynamics and publisher Square Enix have created a custom limited-edition controller for Tomb Raider's Xbox 360 release
Windows 8 fails to lift the PC market in Q4
Microsoft's Windows 8 OS failed to provide a spark to PC sales during last year's fourth quarter, according to research by IDC released on Thursday
How to Get Classic-Style Themes Back on Windows 8
Howtogeek shows you how to get the classic-style themes back on Windows 8
Microsoft Messenger Service not going anywhere just yet
Earlier this week came widespread reports that Microsoft would be retiring its widely used Messenger service on March 15th, forcing all users to switch to using Skype for instant messaging.
Microsoft flipping the switch for Sina Weibo's integration into the People Hub
Microsoft reportedly opened up Sina Weibo integration into the People Hub for for some random Windows Phone 8 devices.
Microsoft names new corporate VP for its Interactive Entertainment Business
Tech giant Microsoft has appointed Blake Krikorian as corporate vice-president for its Interactive Entertainment Business (IEB), following the acquisition of his company id8 Group R2 Studios (R2 Studios).
Microsoft hopes to patent an 'inconspicuous mode' for phones
The Microsoft team in Redmond is exploring an "inconspicuous mode" that would dial down not just the screen brightness and sound, but also the information on the display
Microsoft IllumiRoom Concept
Microsoft Research published a proof-of-concept of a project designed to push the boundary of living room immersive entertainment by blending our virtual and physical worlds with projected visualizations.
Google Ditches Patent Claim Against Microsoft for Xbox Video Compression
Google hasn't withdrawn all patent claims against Microsoft, though
Microsoft Surface Pro previews reveal more differences with Surface RT
Some brief previews of Microsoft's upcoming Surface Pro tablet from CES 2013, running Windows 8 Pro, have revealed more differences compared to the Surface RT tablet.
Panasonic launches rugged Windows 8 tablet
Panasonic has unveiled a rugged 10in Windows 8 tablet, the Toughpad FZ-G1, along with a rugged 7in Android tablet, the Toughpad B1.
60M Windows 8 licenses sold
Microsoft has sold more than 60 million Windows 8 licenses
Microsoft updates SkyDrive with improved website features
Microsoft's announced improvements to the SkyDrive website today, including a new single sharing screen and improved navigation options such as touch-based interface features.
Acer president continues to bash Microsoft's Surface
In a new interview, Acer president JT Wong keeps making comments against Microsoft's Surface tablet, claiming that Microsoft's plan to promote the Surface has so far been "confusing to consumers."
Hacker finds way to run desktop applications on Windows RT
A hacker claims to have found a method of bypassing the code integrity mechanism in Windows RT, therefore allowing for desktop-style programs to be installed on the platform.
Thief breaks into Microsoft office, steals iPads
A thief who creeped into Microsoft's campus in Silicon Valley nicked five iPads but left Microsoft products untouched, police have said.
Windows 8 discounts end in three weeks
Microsoft's Windows 8 Pro upgrade discount will expire in about three weeks
Dropbox app for Windows 8 arrives in store
Dropbox has just released the first version of the services official app for Windows 8
IdeaCentre Horizon 27-inch Windows 8 table PC
Lenovo has announced a 27-inch table PC for Windows 8, the IdeaCentre Horizon
Microsoft working on a fix for Halo 4 SmartGlass issues, arriving in 'the coming weeks'
Microsoft's SmartGlass and Microsoft's Halo 4 apparently aren't quite getting along on Windows Phone 8 devices
MSI Announces Windows 8-Powered Slider S20 Ultrabook Convertible
MSI has announced a new Windows 8 powered Ultrabook convertible that will be released in Q1 2013 for $1,199.99 USD
Microsoft Office 2013 may hit general availability on March 31st
Office 2013 may be released on March 31st according to Microsoft tech support
5 Alternatives to Windows Media Center on Windows 8
Howtogeek takes a look at 5 alternatives to Windows Media Center on Windows 8
Report: Microsoft Surface Pro Launch Date Pegged for January 26
One Microsoft Store expects the tablet Jan 26
Microsoft acquisition holds unique universal remote patent
Microsoft's recent acquisition, R2 Studios, holds a unique patent for a universal remote that will allow users to control a wide range of technology, from computers to household appliances
Windows 8 desktop share approaches 2%
According to new data from NetMarketShare, 1.72% of all desktop computers in December 2012 used Windows 8
Microsoft Shouts Antitrust Over YouTube Snub
Microsoft said FTC isn't doing enough to force Google to conform with antitrust laws
Microsoft Acquires R2 Studios for Xbox Unit
R2 Studios has been working on technology that distributes and displays digital media on TVs
Former Windows leader Steven Sinofsky launches new blog
Steven Sinofsky, who lead the development of Microsoft's Windows division until November 2012, has now launched a new blog called Learning by Shipping
Modify Windows 8 boot options with Boot UI Tuner
Ghacks shows you how to modify the Windows 8 boot options with Boot UI Tuner
Microsoft Offers Free Month of Xbox Live After Outage
Last Friday, Xbox Live subscribers lost the Cloud Saved Games feature
Windows 8 Makes Microsof's Future Uncertain | Unified Communications Strategies
Unified Communications Strategies takes a look at Microsofts Windows adoption strategy and what it could mean going forward.
"Microsoft is putting all of its eggs in one basket with Windows 8; its success or failure could determine their fate. This is the view given by Microsoft’s chief executive Steve Ballmer, at least. According to him, “our hardware partners are all in, companies like Verizon and AT&T are all in, there are hundreds of operators and retailers around the world who are all in, developers are all in, and if anyone wasn't convinced yet Microsoft is all in. He spoke these words at October's Windows 8 launch event in San Francisco."
"Microsoft is putting all of its eggs in one basket with Windows 8; its success or failure could determine their fate. This is the view given by Microsoft’s chief executive Steve Ballmer, at least. According to him, “our hardware partners are all in, companies like Verizon and AT&T are all in, there are hundreds of operators and retailers around the world who are all in, developers are all in, and if anyone wasn't convinced yet Microsoft is all in. He spoke these words at October's Windows 8 launch event in San Francisco."
Windows Store Crosses 35,000 Apps Mark
Windows Store has crossed 35,000 apps worldwide
Windows Phone 8 vs Windows Phone 7.8? What's the Difference & Should You Upgrade?
MakeUseOf takes a look at the differences between Windows Phone 7.8 and Windows Phone 8
Creating a Portable Windows 8 Environment with Windows To Go
Microsoft published a guide about creating a portable Windows 8 environment with Windows To Go
Start Button to Stay Dead in "Windows Blue"
Beloved icon of Windows history appears to be in the rear view for good
Windows 8's uptake falls behind Vista's pace
Windows 8's usage uptake has slipped behind Vista's at the same point in its release, according to data from Net Applications.
Microsoft Rings in the New Year with More Retail Store Locations on the Way
Microsoft is opening more retail locations in 2013
GPS could soon to be more power efficient thanks to Microsoft
Microsoft recently published the findings of a research project that aims to improve the energy efficiency of GPS by offloading work to the cloud.
IE beats Firefox, Chrome in Microsoft's Penguin Mark
Microsoft has released a new benchmark to demonstrate the power of Internet Explorer 10
Windows 8 previews to go dark in 3 weeks
Microsoft's free previews of Windows 8 will expire in January, giving users about three weeks to upgrade to a paid copy or face hourly restarts.
Should you stick with Windows 7, at least for now? | Consumer Reports
A quick look at our newest computer Ratings tells an interesting story: Despite the release of the new Windows 8 OS, many Windows 7 computers are still available from a variety of retailers, and several top our Ratings. If you're shopping for a new computer right now, there are some good reasons to opt for Windows 7.
Here's a look at the pros and cons of the new operating system, and some reasons why you might want to go old school.
Here's a look at the pros and cons of the new operating system, and some reasons why you might want to go old school.
Outlook 2013 deprecated features and components
"As much as we love adding new features to Outlook, for the maintainability of our product we sometimes need to remove those that are out of date and aren't utilized by a large number of users. This allows us to focus on improving the Outlook features that most of you, our customers, rely on.
The following are some features that we've removed from Outlook 2013, and we want to make sure you are aware so there aren't any surprises when you go to use or deploy the new version. "
The following are some features that we've removed from Outlook 2013, and we want to make sure you are aware so there aren't any surprises when you go to use or deploy the new version. "
Microsoft killing off Expression suite of Web and design tools
Microsoft announced that the Expression suite will be phased out
Microsoft Security Bulletin Re-Releases for December 20, 2012
Microsoft published the Microsoft Security Bulletin Re-Releases for December 20, 2012
Former Microsoft executive Steven Sinofsky set to teach at Harvard
Former Microsoft executive Steven Sinofsky has reported that he will began teaching at Harvard this spring
EU Investigates Microsoft for Policy Changes in Hotmail, Bing
The European Commission investigates Microsoft's recent policy changes and how they may affect the privacy of its users
