Microsoft: News

02 Dec 2019

India

You can upgrade to Windows 10 for free: Here's how

As Microsoft plans to kill support for Windows 7 - one of its most-loved operating systems - in January 2020, it has become more important than ever to upgrade to Windows 10.

22 Nov 2019

Android

Microsoft Surface Earbuds' release date delayed to 2020

Microsoft's first-ever truly wireless earphones, the Surface Earbuds, which were set to go on sale later this year, will miss their scheduled release date.

12 Nov 2019

Windows 10

Windows 10 getting major change to prevent inadvertent data deletion

Microsoft is planning to introduce a major change into Windows 10 as part of an effort to prevent users from deleting their data mistakenly.

11 Nov 2019

India

Microsoft's AI engine can detect cervical cancer more efficiently

In a major development, Microsoft has come up with an AI engine that can detect cases of cervical cancer faster than doctors.

07 Nov 2019

Cortana

Windows 10 November 2019 Update: Here's what you will get

In a matter of days, Microsoft will push the next big iteration of Windows 10- the November 2019 Update.

05 Nov 2019

Android

Now, you can use Word, Excel, Powerpoint in one app

In a bid to streamline working on the go, Microsoft has launched a new all-in-one avatar of Microsoft Office.

05 Nov 2019

Japan

Microsoft Japan tests 4-day workweeks; productivity increases by 40%

In Japan, notorious for its deadly overworking culture, Microsoft recently tested a four-day workweek without cutting pay.

31 Oct 2019

India

Now, Microsoft's AI will test your driving skills: Here's how

The task of getting a driver's license in India has long been a tedious (often subjective) process that revolves around the opinion of a single person- your evaluator.

18 Oct 2019

Amazon

Satya Nadella gets 66% salary hike. Guess his total earnings?

Microsoft Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Satya Nadella received a massive 66% raise in salary, during the fiscal year 2018-19.

15 Oct 2019

Bill Gates

Did Bill Gates lie about relationship with pedophile Jeffrey Epstein?

A recent report has revealed that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates had met late US financier Jeffrey Epstein "many times" despite having knowledge of his sexual crimes against children.

06 Oct 2019

Facebook

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Surface Duo, Windows 10X, Fold, Android bug and more

The first week of October was full of surprises, both good and bad.

04 Oct 2019

Asus

#NewsBytesExplainer: What is Windows 10X, how it is different?

Just recently, Microsoft treated us with fancy devices and a new avatar of Windows - Windows 10X.

04 Oct 2019

YouTube

All you need to know about Microsoft's foldable device

Microsoft has showcased a pre-production prototype of Surface Neo that will run on Windows 10X, the company's new version of Windows 10 designed for dual-screen and foldable devices.

03 Oct 2019

Google

From Surface Duo phone to Earbuds: Everything Microsoft announced yesterday

Last night, Microsoft held its annual Surface event and unveiled a bunch of new products to mark its dominance in the hardware category.

25 Sep 2019

BBC

You need to update Internet Explorer right now: Here's why

If you haven't seen Microsoft's Internet Explorer in a while, now is the time to search and open the dated browser!

05 Sep 2019

Cortana

Don't update! Latest Windows 10 release hits performance, search functions

The problem of Microsoft releasing botched Windows 10 updates isn't coming to an end.

01 Sep 2019

Windows 10

Soon, you'll be able to reinstall Windows 10 via cloud

Over the years, Microsoft has given us plenty of reasons to ditch the dated Windows 7 operating system for a more advanced Windows 10.

27 Aug 2019

Windows 10

Windows 10 users can't connect any Bluetooth device now

Despite trying so hard, Microsoft has been failing at delivering completely stable and bug-free updates to Windows 10 users.

21 Aug 2019

Windows 10

Now, you can try Microsoft's Chromium-powered Edge browser: Here's how

Microsoft has released the revamped Chromium-powered version of its Edge browser in beta.

16 Aug 2019

Technology

Microsoft Surface devices plagued with CPU, Wi-Fi issues: Details here

Microsoft's fancy Surface line-up appears to have been plagued by bugs.

15 Aug 2019

Google Chrome

Now, Microsoft Edge reads websites like a human: Here's how

Though Microsoft Edge never received the attention it deserved, the Redmond giant is not giving up on it.

08 Aug 2019

Security

Microsoft's contractors listen to sensitive Skype, Cortana recordings: Details here

After Apple, Google, and Amazon, Microsoft has joined the list of companies sharing sensitive user data with third parties.

07 Aug 2019

Reddit

Xbox Live goes down, leaving games inaccessible for hours

A few hours ago, Xbox Live, Microsoft's famous online gaming and media delivery service, went down.

05 Aug 2019

Windows 10

Soon, you will be able to recover Windows via internet

Microsoft is building a new capability for Windows, one that would let you recover the operating system via the internet.

25 Jul 2019

Windows 10

Microsoft is changing Windows 10's Start menu in big way

Microsoft works round the clock to develop useful Windows 10 features and test them with the insiders.

19 Jul 2019

Technology

#FutureIsHere: Microsoft created human hologram capable of speaking any language

As technology continues to grow, high-quality 3D holograms will be the way to deliver life-like presentations and speeches around different parts of the world.

15 Jul 2019

Xbox

Microsoft to shut inactive accounts: Here's what you can do

In a major move, Microsoft has announced that it will shutter all user accounts that have not been used in the last two years.

15 Jul 2019

Windows 10

Microsoft shutting down iconic games for older Windows users

Despite having an option to upgrade to a fancier Windows 10, a number of users still use the older versions of Windows.

08 Jul 2019

Windows 10

Microsoft just released Windows 1.11 with Stranger Things' flavor

Just last week, Microsoft started teasing Windows 1.0, an operating system it had launched more than 30 years ago.

06 Jul 2019

India

Microsoft working on 'mini Xbox', will cost Rs. 4,000

Gaming lovers, rejoice!

04 Jul 2019

Rockstar Games

#GamingBytes: Own an Xbox One? Know the best 4K games

Xbox One faced some challenges but eventually went on to become a much-loved console with a collection of impressive Games.

03 Jul 2019

Windows 10

Why Microsoft is teasing 'Windows 1.0' in 2019

Microsoft has a knack of teasing new products and services, but just recently, the Redmond giant did something pretty weird.

28 Jun 2019

Tamil Nadu

Rs. 60L: This is Google's offer to this 22-year-old engineer

Microsoft, Google, and Facebook are some of the world's biggest tech companies, and several aspire to join them.

28 Jun 2019

Android

Now, use Windows 10 calculator on Android, iOS: Here's how

A few months back, Microsoft open-sourced Windows 10 Calculator as part of an effort to make it more capable.

26 Jun 2019

Windows 10

Windows 10 slow shutdown? This bug might be the reason

Microsoft has confirmed that certain Windows 10 computers are marred by a USB-C bug, an issue that can slow down the shutdown process on the machines.

24 Jun 2019

Slack

Why Microsoft banned employees from using Slack, other software products

Microsoft appears to have banned certain software products for its employees.

24 Jun 2019

Android

Bill Gates reveals his super important business 'screw up'

Over the last 44 years, Bill Gates has transformed Microsoft into one of the biggest technology conglomerates in the world.

Now, ace presentations with Microsoft's PowerPoint AI: Here's how

Public presentations can be nerve-wracking, even for the best of us.

21 Jun 2019

Lenovo

Joining college? Check these affordable and versatile laptops

If you are getting into a college soon, you must be planning to buy stuff you will need throughout the course.

18 Jun 2019

India

Microsoft launches AI labs to train 1.5 lakh Indian students

In a bid to build a future-ready workforce, Microsoft has announced the launch of 10 AI digital labs in India.