Google Admits Its Collection of Location Data Was Unclear, Changes Help Page Description
Google has changed its mind about the clarity of its location settings but is yet to change descriptions in the places it really matters.
Microsoft to Announce Pre-Order Information for Xbox One X ‘Standard Edition’ next Month
Though the Xbox One X's Scorpio Edition has already sold out, Microsoft plans to make far more of its Standard Edition available. It will have the same $500 price tag.
Microsoft Introduces New AI-Based Features for Copilot in Dynamics 365 Customer Service
The features are designed to improve efficiency across all customer support tasks.
Microsoft, Google, Facebook, Reddit and Twitter Announce Combined Effort to Fight Coronavirus Fraud
The world's biggest tech companies are co-operating to keep people safe from both Coronavirus and those looking to exploit it for a quick buck.
Microsoft Rolls out Xbox Holiday Update with Focus on Social Features
Clubs, Looking for Group, Achievement Rarity and Group Messaging are some of the features available as of today. The update will be available for the Xbox One and the Xbox app on Windows 10, iOS, and Android devices.
Microsoft Rolls out New Features, Fluent Design Elements to Skype for Windows 10
Skype for Windows 10 now sports a notifications panel, gallery, an improved search, and more. In addition, Fluent Design elements are rolling out to some users.
Microsoft Announces Updates to Entra Cross-Tenant Access Settings
The new feature allows for the creation of roles like cross-tenant access administrator, partner administrator, and cross-tenant access reader.
Windows 11 OOBE Secrets Revealed by Security Expert
Security researcher finds hidden shortcuts in Windows 11 OOBE, offering access to advanced features like Audit Mode, diagnostics, and even a developer console.
Amazon Web Services Introduces Guardrails for Enhanced Safety of Language Models
AWS introduces Guardrails for Amazon Bedrock to help companies deploy safe and compliant language models.
Microsoft Debuts Windows Collaboration Displays Platform at Computex
Windows Collaboration Displays is a platform that is making its debut with a new product from Sharp, a new collaborative device for enterprise customers.
Microsoft’s Brad Smith Says UK’s Initial Block of Activision Merger Was “Tough and Fair”
Microsoft president Brad Smith defends Activision deal, says UK regulator was “tough and fair”.
Former Microsoft Managers Create Nextio, a LinkedIn Rival
Nextio has been created by former Microsoft employees Anoop Gupta and Aravind Bala. While it is an enterprise network like LinkedIn, the start-up changes the way it monetizes for connections.
Microsoft Is Looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer for Future Xbox Generations
Microsoft is looking for a DRAM expert for its next console, likely with plans to include DDR6 RAM and other improvements. The position requires 7 years of experience.
OneDrive Becomes Default Save Location on Office 365
Microsoft says Office 365 users will now be presented with OneDrive as the default save location to help protect documents.
Cortana on Android Now Reads Messages to Users
Available in beta, Cortana can now read incoming SMS messages back to Android users, with the choice to enable or disable the feature.
Microsoft Chooses Intel Foundry’s Advanced 18A Process for Chip Production
Intel Foundry launches, aiming to be the "AI era foundry" with Microsoft as its first client. Microsoft to use Intel's 18A process for custom chips
Skype for Linux Beta Announced as Version 5.0 with New Features
Skype for Linux Beta was announced as the next phase of the VOIP service on the open source platform. Microsoft has been developing Skype for Linux Alpha since it launched last July.
Windows 10 Mobile 1809 Shows Up on Bluetooth SIG Just as Surface Event is...
A new Surface event and Windows 10 Mobile seemingly receiving a bump to version 1809… Surface Phone anyone? Sadly, that’s probably not going to happen, and here’s why…
Microsoft Teams with NVIDIA for Bing Text-to-Speech AI
Bing can now change text into speech and deliver search results in a natural voice. Microsoft has also worked with NVIDIA to boost visual search.
Microsoft Says Windows 10 1909 Update Was First and Last of New Update Strategy
Windows 10 1909 was the last time Microsoft will send out a small update during the second half release, instead reverting to the previous model.