Microsoft Cortana integration with To-Do is now rolling out to everyone

Microsoft has integrated To-Do with Cortana to help users save time and do more. Cortana helps by adding your reminders and tasks to your lists in Microsoft To-Do. With Cortana, you can use your voice on your PC or your phone.  Continue reading “Microsoft Cortana integration with To-Do is now rolling out to everyone”

Cortana won’t challenge Alexa and Google Assistant, says Microsoft CEO

It’s no secret that Microsoft’s Cortana digital assistant has fallen behind Google Assistant and Alexa, and it looks like Microsoft is taking a different route. The company’s CEO Satya Nadella revealed that Microsoft no longer sees Cortana as a competitor to Alexa or Google Assistant. “Cortana needs to be that skill for anybody who’s a Microsoft 365 subscriber,” explains Nadella. Continue reading “Cortana won’t challenge Alexa and Google Assistant, says Microsoft CEO”

Microsoft Windows 10 19H1 Insider Preview test build separates search and Cortana

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Microsoft has released a new Windows 10 Insider preview build 18317 (19H1). With this Insider preview, the company has decided to separate Search and Cortana in the taskbar. Microsoft says that this will enable each experience to innovate independently.  Continue reading “Microsoft Windows 10 19H1 Insider Preview test build separates search and Cortana”

Microsoft rolls out Cortana for Skype

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Microsoft is finally bringing Cortana to Skype for Android and iOS. Cortana will now appear as a permanent contact in every Skype user’s contact list. It will offer smart replies during chats to make conversations easy. The suggested responses can be accessed with a tap.  Continue reading “Microsoft rolls out Cortana for Skype”

HP and Intel all set to build Cortana powered devices

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Earlier this week, popular audio company Harman Kardon introduced Cortana powered smart speaker. Now, HP and Intel are joining the bandwagon and have started working on Cortana enabled devices. Microsoft announced at its Build 2017 that HP will work on integrating Cortana into devices, while Intel focus on reference platforms. Continue reading “HP and Intel all set to build Cortana powered devices”

Harmon Kardon’s Invoke speaker with Cortana unveiled

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Harman Kardon has officially taken wraps off its Cortana powered speaker dubbed as Invoke. The popular audio company had teased the speaker back in December. The Invoke speaker competes directly with the likes of Google Home and Amazon Echo. Continue reading “Harmon Kardon’s Invoke speaker with Cortana unveiled”

Cortana for Android and iOS revamped with simpler look

cortana-androidMicrosoft has updated Cortana for Android and iOS with a new design that sports a simpler look. The first thing you will notice in the update is the shift from blue to a purple theme. Continue reading “Cortana for Android and iOS revamped with simpler look”

Cortana support for Microsoft Band now on Android devices too

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Earlier you could only pair your Android device with the Microsoft Band, but there was no Cortana support. Continue reading “Cortana support for Microsoft Band now on Android devices too”

Cyanogen OS 12.1.1 update with Cortana integration rolls out to OnePlus One

Cyanogen has started rolling out a new update that features a Cortana integration. The new 12.1.1 version of the OS that comes with Microsoft’s digital voice assistant is now coming to OnePlus One smartphones.

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Microsoft Cortana officially launched on Android and iOS

Microsoft has officially launched Cortana, its personal digital assistant on Android and iOS. Announced in May this year, the company has been testing Cortana for quiet some time on both the platforms.

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Microsoft starts sign-ups for Cortana for iOS in public beta

Microsoft’s virtual assistant Cortana is already available for Android and now the company is bringing it to iOS. The company is gearing up to let iPhone users test a version of Cortana for iOS.

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Cortana to be deeply integrated into Cyanogen OS, says Cyanogen CEO

Microsoft’s digital voice assistant Cortana will be deeply integrated into Cyanogen OS, according to Cyanogen CEO Kirt McMaster. He revealed the same in an interview with the International Business Time.

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