Microsoft Teams on iOS Gets HD Audio and Video Calling

The latest Microsoft Teams update for Apple’s mobile platform introduces important HD calling that was introduced on Android earlier this week. The chat service also scores a new Meetings tab.

Microsoft Officially Debuts Kaizala Business Chat Solution in India

After a successful testing phase, Kaizala is now fully available in a standard and Pro version. The app stands apart from other enterprise messaging services as being only mobile and workable on 2G connectivity networks.

Microsoft, Apple, and Co Announce USB 3.2 Specification That Doubles Speed of Current Type-C...

The USB Promoter Group has revealed USB 3.2, which uses a multi-lane operation to significantly increase speeds for existing USB Type-C cables.

Qualcomm Boosts AI Performance Through Neural Processing Engine

Using the Neural Processing Engine SDK from Qualcomm, developers can make AI perform better on Snapdragon 600 and 800 series processors.

Adobe Kills Flash, with Help from Microsoft, Google, and Apple

Adobe has announced that Flash will be killed off permanently in 2020. Microsoft, Google, Apple, and Facebook have revealed their plan for moving away from Flash.

HP Announces the Resdesigned Pavilion 27 All-in-One, an Intel Optane Powered PC with a...

The HP Pavilion 27 All-In-One features a 7th Gen Intel i7-7700T processor, up to 12GB of RAM, and an optional AMD Radeon 530. Pricing information is not yet available.
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Apple Watch 3 Likely to Launch Alongside iPhone 8

A supply pick up suggests that the Apple Watch 3 is close to launch and will probably make its debut alongside the iPhone 8. The device will get improved performance and battery life, but will not receive a face lift.

Facebook Working on Smart Speaker with Touchscreen to Drive Hardware Push

Facebook has long wanted to be a hardware company. Now, the network is reportedly working on a smart speaker that will connect the home and users to their Facebook feeds.

Microsoft Kicks off Fourth Annual Hackathon to Address Accessibility Challenges

The //oneweek hackathon will run over a three day period and let employees from across the globe come up with technological solutions to accessibility problems. It will end with a Science Fair an an Expo, which gives a peek at upcoming Microsoft products.
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Facebook, Google, and Twitter Face Legal Penalties for European Consumer Rights Violations

Leading social media giants, Facebook, Google, and Twitter are testing the patience of the European Commission and could face legal penalties for breaking laws for consumer rights.

Thai Police Seizes $21 Million in Assets from Late ‘Alphabay Founder’ Alexandre Cazes

Alexandre Cazes was the alleged creator of the darknet marketplace Alphabay and faced charges of identity theft, narcotics distribution, money laundering, and more. He committed suicide in prison a week after his arrest.
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Microsoft Won’t Kill Paint Completely: 32-Year Old App Will Continue Its Life in the...

Microsoft has allayed fears of Paint's death, announcing that it will return as a Windows Store app, while many features will be built into Paint 3D. It's not yet known when the new app will launch.
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Mike Ybarra Confirms USB Webcam Support and UI Changes for the Xbox One X

The Xbox One X will keep the same UI as the other consoles, but all will change significantly, confirms Xbox CVP Mike Ybarra. There have also been hints of performance improvements, and steady support for both USB devices and plug and play hard drive functionality.

Foxconn Close to Announcing U.S. Manufacturing Plant and States Race for Investment

Large-scale electronics development is coming back to the United States. Foxconn is close to announcing a $7 billion facility and will create thousands of jobs in the Midwest.

Google Chrome Won Browser War Argues Former Mozilla CTO

Using aggressive marketing, Chrome has grown to an uncatchable market position while Firefox has declined dramatically, says Andreas Gal. While Mozilla faces a struggle, can Microsoft give Edge a chance against Chrome?

Xbox One X Passes Approvals, Pre-Orders Coming Soon

Phil Spencer says the Xbox One X has passed regulatory approval and pre-order information will be detailed soon. Microsoft could open pre-order sales around the Gamescon event in August.

32M Starts RFID Chip Implant Program for Employees

Three Square Market (32M) employees can now choose to be implanted with RFID chips to make productivity, identification, and payment processing easier.
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Qualcomm Documentation Shows Snapdragon 845, the Next Generation of Windows 10 on ARM

While customers are awaiting Windows 10 on ARM through the Snapdragon 835, Qualcomm is already working on the Snapdragon 845. The next-generation chip will be launched next year and continue Microsoft’s push towards business mobile devices.

German Company EWE Develops Flow Battery Project to Power Berlin for an Hour

Currently in late planning, the flow battery project called “brine4power” will allow EWE to use current underground gas storage chambers to house a cell that can provide cleaner and more efficient energy to Berlin.

Microsoft: Our Halo TV Series Is Still in Active Development

Steven Spielberg remains the lead creative partner for the upcoming Halo TV show which is supposed to broadcast in the United States on Showtime.

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