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E3 2013 brought a whole lot of new data to the next-gen console war, with games, features, and policies being discussed by Sony and Microsoft for their PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, respectively. Two main strategies are present in this new console battle, with the first being Sony's pro-gamer stance that practica... |
15 June 2013
15:21 GMT |
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Fresh Paint is expected to receive plenty of improvements after the new Windows 8.1 Preview goes live, so a fresh version of the app seems to signal the imminent launch of the OS.Users who have already installed Fresh Paint received an update notification this morning, but no specifics have been provided.The release ... |
15 June 2013
10:12 GMT |
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Microsoft is one of the tech giants that called for greater transparency from the US government following the PRISM scandal, claiming that companies should disclose more details on the federal requests they receive.The Windows maker has been given the go-ahead to publish additional data on national security orders, r... |
15 June 2013
09:24 GMT |
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Microsoft has recently launched Office Mobile for iPhone, a new iOS application that allows Apple users who purchased an Office 365 subscription to create and edit documents on the go.Gartner Research vice president Carolina Milanesi believes that Microsoft is actually trying to show everyone that its own Surface RT ... |
15 June 2013
08:46 GMT |
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Even though the official preview version of Windows 8.1 will be released in less than a couple of weeks, it appears that a new build of the next OS has been submitted to select partners.We've heard that some devs have received what seems to be Windows 8.1 build 9428, obviously for testing purposes, as Microsoft ... |
15 June 2013
08:25 GMT |
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Microsoft has recently released a brand new theme for Windows users that brings a collection of awesome kitten wallpapers on their desktops.Even though the theme is specifically aimed at desktop computers, it can also be deployed on tablets running Windows RT, as all photos are included into a single .themepack file ... |
15 June 2013
08:16 GMT |
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Google isn't impressed by what Facebook and Microsoft were able to reveal regarding user data requests from the government. In fact, it believes it's a step back for users, as far as it's concerned. “We have always believed that it’s important to differentiate between different types of g... |
15 June 2013
07:31 GMT |
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Google, Facebook & co. have been on the defensive ever since the PRISM document got leaked. The document seems to show that several large web companies are willingly making it easier for the US government to spy on their users. But the companies involved have vehemently denied this. However, they were prevented from... |
15 June 2013
04:44 GMT |
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The Xbox One games that were showcased at E3 2013 this week didn't run on early versions of the console or at least on developer kits. A couple of photos have popped up showing that the games were running on PCs that were powered by Windows 7 and used Nvidia graphics cards. Microsoft allowed E3 2013 attendants ... |
15 June 2013
01:04 GMT |
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Microsoft's Support division has confirmed that, if an Xbox One owner gets his or her Xbox Live account banned, they'll lose all access to their games on that platform, as it's apparently mentioned in the Xbox One Terms of Use.
The Xbox One received a huge amount of details earlier this week, as Micro... |
15 June 2013
00:42 GMT |
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Microsoft officially introduced a new mobile version of the Office productivity suite specifically optimized for iPhones a few hours ago, but here’s the clip that shows the app in action.
As we’ve told you, Office Mobile for iPhone is based on Office 365 subscriptions, so unless you’ve purchased on... |
14 June 2013
17:31 GMT |
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Microsoft is believed to be working on a new-generation Surface tablet that could be launched as soon as this month during the BUILD developer conference. Just like TNW writes, the company is now trying to clear out Surface inventories in anticipation for the new product range that could go on sale in just a couple ... |
14 June 2013
17:01 GMT |
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Tech giant Microsoft rolled out the Metro version of Bing Translator a few days ago, but an update for the app is already available in the Store.
While no specifics have been provided on this new version, Microsoft has most likely tried to focus on stability and performance improvements, so all users are recommended... |
14 June 2013
13:51 GMT |
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Microsoft has confirmed that it's going to debut this year's edition of the Summer of Arcade campaign on August 7, during which four great downloadable titles will be released for the Xbox 360 via the Xbox Live Arcade.
The Xbox 360 received many great digital games over the years, and most of the times Mic... |
14 June 2013
13:41 GMT |
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Microsoft announced a new strategic partnership earlier today, revealing that it would create a Windows Store in every single Best Buy in the United States and Canada.
More than 500 Best Buys in the United States and another 100 in Canada are included in the deal, as Microsoft is hoping to bring its latest products ... |
14 June 2013
13:01 GMT |
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Microsoft revealed a few more official details about the Xbox One's controversial 24-hour Internet check.
The company confirmed that the console will only transfer a few kilobytes of data and that it can be done even by tethering the online connection of a smartphone to the console.
The Xbox One may not requir... |
14 June 2013
12:51 GMT |
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The Xbox One is not a beautiful device but gamers will certainly judge it based on its power and the video games that Microsoft makes available at launch.I got to play Ryse: Son of Rome at E3 2013, and the game shows what the Xbox One is capable of delivering in terms of graphics quality.Crytek is known for pushing t... |
14 June 2013
11:34 GMT |
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Andy Lees, the one who was appointed the Microsoft VP of corporate strategy and development seven months ago, has decided to take a sabbatical to spend more time with his family in the United Kingdom.
According to AllThingsD, Lees will return to Microsoft later this year in a new role, but no other specifics have be... |
14 June 2013
10:43 GMT |
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Microsoft is reportedly sending employees to Best Buy locations in which Nintendo is organizing Wii U demonstrations, in order to promote the upcoming Xbox One to potential customers, at least according to several reports on the web.
Nintendo decided to allow fans from across the U.S. to try out its different E3 201... |
14 June 2013
09:54 GMT |
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As I told you a few hours ago, some users have reported updating problems on Windows 8 with KB2821895, one of the fixes released as part of the latest Patch Tuesday cycles.
Even though several users have already confirmed the bug which makes Windows 8 terribly slow, Microsoft is yet to release a workaround, even tho... |
14 June 2013
09:12 GMT |
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Microsoft has officially launched Office Mobile for iPhone, a rather limited app that allows owners of Apple’s flagship device to create and edit documents on the go. While this could sound like pretty exciting news for Apple fanboys, it’s not, especially because the app is only available for Office 365 ... |
14 June 2013
08:13 GMT |
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Windows XP’s retirement date is getting closer, so users still running the 11-year-old OS are strongly recommended to make the move to a newer platform as soon as possible. A nonprofit based in Audubon, PA, has apparently found a solution to convince more users to dump Windows XP: it’s offering high-qual... |
14 June 2013
07:43 GMT |
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Office for Mac 2011 users have a fresh update to install from the boys in Redmond, this time to patch a number of security fixes in the productivity suite. Update 14.3.4 fixes what Microsoft calls “critical issues” that an attacker can use to inject malicious code into your computer. More specifically, ... |
14 June 2013
07:26 GMT |
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Google has announced that it is retiring Chrome Frame for Microsoft Internet Explorer, so support and updates will no longer be provided as of January 2014.
Chrome Frame is a browser plugin that allows users to bring the Chrome engine in Internet Explorer, but given the fact that Microsoft has already developed a &l... |
14 June 2013
05:37 GMT |
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Now that Microsoft, Yahoo and Google have been subject of a scandal such as PRISM, other search engines are beginning to win some turf. For instance, DuckDuckGo has reached a new record in traffic.
While DuckDuckGo isn’t a very popular search engine, it is known to provide private Internet searches, which mea... |
14 June 2013
05:11 GMT |
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TechEd Europe 2013 attendees will be allowed to purchase Surface tablets at a very special price, as Microsoft is trying to provide more people with access to the new Windows 8.1.
The Surface RT with 64 GB will be offered with a free Touch Cover and will cost €79.99 ($105), while the Surface Pro with 128 GB of ... |
14 June 2013
05:08 GMT |
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Microsoft has emphasized that, even if it's listening to the community concerning the Xbox One, this doesn't mean that it's going to change the different policies concerning the next-gen console, such as the restrictive DRM (Digital Rights Management) system imposed on used games.
The Xbox One is out ... |
14 June 2013
04:50 GMT |
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Redmond-based tech giant Microsoft has again come under fire in the PRISM scandal, this time because the company has reportedly tipped off US agencies on some unpatched Windows security flaws.
Basically, the Softies have contacted the US government to provide early warnings on some unpatched security glitches before... |
14 June 2013
03:45 GMT |
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Microsoft has just announced a new campaign for those who love the Surface RT tablet, this time providing 10,000 educators with free devices.
Part of the Windows in the Classroom Surface Experience Project, the new giveaway is made in collaboration with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), t... |
14 June 2013
03:07 GMT |
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An alleged Microsoft engineer has posted quite a few interesting details about the company's plans concerning the Xbox One.
He is motivating the controversial digital rights management (DRM) systems imposed onto used games by the desire to reduce the price of a full game and turning the console marketplace int... |
14 June 2013
02:58 GMT |
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If you’ve been living under a rock for the past few days, then you most likely need to know that Apple has launched the new iOS 7, a major redesign of its mobile OS that adopts a flat look, pretty much in the same way as Windows 8. While everybody seems to be going for flat designs these days, Microsoft seems ... |
14 June 2013
02:42 GMT |
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Windows 8.1 Preview will soon make its official debut, so Microsoft expects many more people to be interested in its new operating system.In order to make sure that everybody will be able to check out its latest products, including the aforementioned Windows 8 update, Microsoft has decided to embrace the “store... |
14 June 2013
01:41 GMT |
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Microsoft rolled out five different bulletins on Patch Tuesday to fix security flaws in Windows, Internet Explorer, and Office, but it appears that one of the included updates is actually doing more harm than good.According to a report by WinBeta, the update called KB2821895 and specifically aimed at Windows RT, Wind... |
14 June 2013
01:19 GMT |
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One of the great things about Windows 7, and missing from the new Windows 8, is the Aero UI that looks not only great, but also improved productivity thanks to some specific options.
Even though it has been replaced by the flat design of Windows 8, Aero continues to be a key feature on Windows 7 computers, so plenty... |
13 June 2013
20:41 GMT |
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Plenty of Surface RT owners have complained about the low volume level of their tablets, but Microsoft apparently listened to feedback and addressed the issues with the latest Patch Tuesday updates.
According to a Microsoft blog post that details the latest improvements made to Surface tablets, the maximum volume of... |
13 June 2013
16:51 GMT |
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Microsoft rolled out a new firmware update for Surface tablets on Patch Tuesday and in addition to several performance improvements, it also introduced support for some new Windows keyboard shortcuts.
The new hotkeys can be used on both Touch and Type Covers with Surface RT or Surface Pro tablets, but only after app... |
13 June 2013
15:51 GMT |
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Windows XP will no longer receive updates as of April 8, 2014, so users are now urged to make the move to a newer operating system, be it Windows 7 or Windows 8.
And even though XP is still powering more than 37 percent of all computers worldwide, the 11-year-old OS is slowly losing ground, as more and more people a... |
13 June 2013
14:21 GMT |
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Microsoft has revealed the first actual details about the revamped achievements system that will be introduced alongside the Xbox One next-gen console, mentioning that both games and other applications will have achievements, as well as timed challenges.
The Xbox 360 introduced the notion of achievements and, since ... |
13 June 2013
14:11 GMT |
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Norton Studio is one of the Metro apps that got improved today, so in case you’ve already installed it, just launch the Store to download the new version. No details have been provided on this new build, but it’s safe to say that it comes with performance and stability improvements, so expect it to work ... |
13 June 2013
12:51 GMT |
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Microsoft believes that the Xbox One offers a great value at 499 USD/EUR, as the next-gen console not only brings a powerful device and a great sensor in the form of the Kinect, but also various advantages in terms of games.
Sony defeated Microsoft at this week's E3 2013 conference by not only allowing used gam... |
13 June 2013
10:22 GMT |
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Microsoft has just announced the availability of Windows Embedded Compact 2013, a new version of its embedded operating system specifically aimed at small footprint devices.
It packs the latest Microsoft tools, including Multiple Processor Support, 2-second snapshot boot, Platform Builder and Application Builder in ... |
13 June 2013
10:06 GMT |
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I’ve already told you that CEO Steve Ballmer is currently looking into a major reorganization plan for the Redmond-based empire he manages, but a new report claims all details are nearly finalized.
While no details have been provided on this restructuring strategy, ZDNet reports that teams currently working fo... |
13 June 2013
09:00 GMT |
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Microsoft has revealed a pretty big list of different requirements future Xbox One owners must meet in order to use the console, as well as one of the countries where it's going to be supported right at its launch.
The Xbox One received a November release period and a 499 USD/EUR price tag from Microsoft at the... |
13 June 2013
08:28 GMT |
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The Redmond-based software giant Microsoft has worked out a plan to open several new stores across the United States in the next few months, in an attempt to get its products closer to potential buyers.
The company’s first store in Hawaii has generated a surprising excitement locally, as more than 1,000 people... |
13 June 2013
07:17 GMT |
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Windows 8.1 is not only a major improvement for the current Windows 8 platform, but also another Microsoft attempt to secure the leading spot in the OS market.
Even though the Softies are still holding more than 91 percent of the desktop market, Ovum analyst Richard Edwards explains that Microsoft’s days of to... |
13 June 2013
05:52 GMT |
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Microsoft seems to be keener than ever to tackle the enterprise market, so the company has recently released a new Assessment and Deployment Kit for Windows 8.1.
The new tools are supposed to help system administrators easily deploy the upcoming platform, thus providing them with quick access to plenty of improvemen... |
13 June 2013
05:18 GMT |
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Together with all the other Windows updates that reached the web in the last couple of days, Microsoft also used the Patch Tuesday cycle to release a new version of the Camera Codec Pack.
If you’re not familiar with this pack, the only thing that you need to know is that it helps you view a variety of device-s... |
13 June 2013
04:49 GMT |
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Word is that Microsoft might introduce a new Surface tablet at the BUILD developer conference this month, but the company continues its efforts to boost sales of the existing model.
The tech giant has launched a special student offer in the United Kingdom, offering a 10 percent discount for all available models, wit... |
13 June 2013
04:16 GMT |
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Microsoft again used the Patch Tuesday updates to address the Surface Wi-Fi limited connectivity issues first reported some months ago and this time the company swears that it has completely fixed the bugs.
As you probably heard by now, a so-called limited connectivity issue affected lots of Surface RT and Pro table... |
13 June 2013
03:39 GMT |
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While VLC for Windows 8 is still under development, plenty of apps have landed on Microsoft’s new operating system to provide its adopters with some of the features available in this particular media player.
Video Player for VLC, for example, is a simple Windows 8 Metro app that lets you connect to a VLC serve... |
13 June 2013
03:12 GMT |
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