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Microsoft Executive Joe Belfiore Uses Android Instead of Windows
Joe Belfiore, a man close to the Windows phone platform, uses an Android powered Samsung Galaxy S8 as his daily smartphone. Admittedly, it is the version with a Microsoft twist, but Windows users will likely be unhappy.
Microsoft Helps Google with Brotli Test Endorsement
Microsoft is embracing the Brotli compression algorithm. To show it is the best available algorithm, the company conducted a series of tests in comparison with gzip and Deflate.
Microsoft Edge Now Supports Cortana and Google Search in the Context Menu
In a possible easing of Microsoft Edge ties to Bing and Windows 10, the browser can now support Cortana and rival search engines in the Context Menu.
Microsoft Edge Details Plans for Killing Flash
Adobe has announced Flash will be killed by 2020, and plans for Microsoft Edge to phase out the once popular web format have now been detailed.
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.
How to Remove Ads from Windows 10 and Make It Completely Ad-Free
The Windows 10 built-in ads can be annoying, but they can be disabled. We show you how to easily remove ads from your Windows 10 device.
Surface Laptop: Microsoft’s Laptop Could be a Tough Sell Because of Windows 10 S
While Windows 10 S is shaping up to be an excellent education-focused platform, it may not sit well with the Surface Laptop, a flagship-quality hardware that should appeal to more serious users.
Microsoft Releases Massive Windows 10 Preview Build 16226
The latest Windows 10 Fall Creators Update preview is extensive, making changes to Edge and Windows Shell, while also brings new Emoji support and numerous other new features across a breadth of services.
Microsoft Offers New Path Back to Windows 10 S from Windows 10 Pro
The company had previously blocked customers from reverting to Windows 10 S from Windows 10 Pro. However, a new recovery image now gives users a return ticket.
Microsoft Introduces Full Office Apps on the Windows Store
A month after making an announcement, Office apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint can now be downloaded from the Windows Store. Microsoft used its Project Centennial tool to convert the desktop apps to 32-bit versions.
Microsoft Has Been Sending Outlook Ads to New Users of Android’s Default Email App
Microsoft is telling users of Google's default email that their email won't be synced and they should install Outlook for Android. A small explanation then tells users they can also sync by simply visiting a web page.
Google Abandons Windows 10-Style Convergence Project Andromeda
Andromeda was a hybrid OS that would merge Chrome OS with Android, in an analogous way to Windows 10 on PC and Mobile. However, it seems Google has killed the project and will press ahead with a new OS.
Android Pioneer Andy Rubin Reveals Beautiful $699 ‘Essential Phone’
The Essential Phone will feature 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and a Snapdragon 835 processor. It's available for reservation today.
Citrix Receiver Allows Windows 10 S to Run Win32 Apps
The desktop virtualization software company has announced that its UWP application is ready to help users run applications from outside the Windows Store on their Windows 10 S devices.
Windows 7 and 8 Bug Lets Malicious Websites Crash PCs
A bug lets attackers freeze or crash PCs by trying to load $MFT directory. Similar issues were present in Windows 95 and 98, and it's not clear what action Microsoft will take.
Microsoft Confirms Windows 10 S Accessibility Tech User Can Upgrade to Windows 10 pro...
The new education-oriented Windows 10 S does not run classic Win32 applications, which could be limiting for users with accessibility technology. To help those customers, Microsoft will offer free upgrades.
Microsoft: No Plans to Separate Windows 10 and Edge Updates
Edge updates will remain tied to bi-annual Windows 10 updates, severely limiting the speed of the browser's growth. The decision follows an announcement that Windows 10 S users won't be able to change their default browser.
Microsoft Hosting STEM Saturdays Events in Stores through May
The free STEM Saturday events start at Microsoft locations on May 6 and run through the end of the month. The events are part of the company’s recent education push.
Microsoft Brings Intune for Education to General Availability
At its education event yesterday, Microsoft announced that its Intune for Education service is now available after a few months in preview.
Microsoft Brings Win32 Office Suite Apps to the Windows Store
With the introduction of Win32 Office apps in the Windows Store, Windows 10 S customers can use Office offline, an important differentiator against Google’s Chrome OS.
