Microsoft has launched Seeing AI app for iPhone. It uses an iPhone’s camera to tell people about objects in front of them. The app is designed for visually impaired people. Continue reading “Microsoft Seeing AI app launched for iOS”
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Microsoft ends support for Windows Phone 8.1
The sun is finally setting on Windows Phone 8.1. Microsoft is officially ending support for the Windows Phone 8.1 OS, more than three years after it was introduced. Millions of users with Windows Phone 8.1 phones will stop receiving security updates, non-security updates, free or paid assisted support options or online technical content updates.
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Microsoft to lay off 3,000 jobs as part of major reorganization
Microsoft has confirmed that it is planning to slash thousands of job as part of a reorganization. The company told CNBC that as many as 3,000 jobs will be cut from its global workforce, primarily in its sales and marketing division. Continue reading “Microsoft to lay off 3,000 jobs as part of major reorganization”
India wants Microsoft to offer one-time discount on Windows 10 to fight ransomware attacks
In the wake of recent ransomware attacks, India is asking Microsoft to offer a one-time discount to the more than 50 million Windows users in the country, according to a latest report from Reuters. India wants the discount so users can upgrade to the latest Windows 10 operating system following recent ransomware attacks.
Microsoft acquires Cloudyn cloud management firm
Microsoft has acquired Israel-based cloud management company Cloudyn. The deal is reportedly worth between $50 million and $70 million. Microsoft plans to incorporate Cloudyn into its Azure platform.
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Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube team up for anti-terror group
In a bid to combat terrorism, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube have formed the Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism. “We believe that by working together, sharing the best technological and operational elements of our individual efforts, we can have a greater impact on the threat of terrorist content online”, Facebook said in its blog post. Continue reading “Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube team up for anti-terror group”
Microsoft introduces standalone Modern Keyboard with fingerprint ID
Microsoft has unveiled two new products – Modern Keyboard and Modern Mouse. The Modern Keyboard comes with a fingerprint ID that is built right into the keyboard, similar to Apple’s offering on the Macbook Pro. It had chiclet style keys, grey finish and looks similar to the Surface Keyboard . Continue reading “Microsoft introduces standalone Modern Keyboard with fingerprint ID”
Microsoft’s AI-powered Pix app for iPhone updated with Prisma-like filters
Microsoft has updated its AI-powered Pix camera app with filters similar to Prisma. The feature was developed in collaboration with Microsoft’s Asia research lab and Skype. Pix Styles, transforms pictures into styles inspired by popular works of art or adds an effect such as making the picture look like it is on fire.
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Microsoft releases new Windows XP security patches for protection against cyber attacks
Microsoft has released some additional security updates along with its regular update for protection against vulnerabilities caused due to WannaCry-like cyber attacks. These security updates are being made available to all customers, including those using older versions of Windows. Continue reading “Microsoft releases new Windows XP security patches for protection against cyber attacks”
Microsoft releases new Windows 10 preview with tons of new features
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 16215 for PC in the Fast ring. The latest build brings a number of features and improvements.
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Microsoft acquires cybersecurity firm Hexadite
Microsoft has signed an agreement to acquire cybersecurity firm Hexadite. The Israeli based company was founded in 2014 and specializes in delivering automatic incident investigation and remediation solutions. In May, Israeli financial news website Calcalist said Microsoft would pay $100 million for Hexadite. Neither of the companies has revealed terms of the deal.
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Microsoft slams NSA over WannaCry ransomware attack
Over the weekend a massive ransomware cyber attack WannaCry hit over 150 countries affecting healthcare, public transport, law enforcement, businesses, and individuals globally. Microsoft’s President and Chief Legal Officer, Brad Smith has slammed governments for not disclosing more software vulnerabilities. Continue reading “Microsoft slams NSA over WannaCry ransomware attack”
Microsoft details OneDrive files On-Demand, offline folder support added to mobile apps
Microsoft has detailed a bunch of new features for OneDrive on second day of Build 2017 conference. The company announced that it is bringing back OneDrive Files On-Demand feature to Windows 10 Fall Creators update.
Microsoft takes on Alexa by launching Cortana Skill Kit in public preview
Microsoft has released Cortana Skill Kit in public review at the Build 2017 conference. Developers will be able to build skills for Cortana by creating a bot and publishing it to the new Cortana channel of the Bot Framework. This is available across Windows 10, Android, iOS and the new Cortana-powered Harman Kardon Invoke speaker.
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Microsoft Surface event scheduled for May 23rd, Surface Pro 5 expected
Microsoft has announced a new Surface related event in Shanghai scheduled on May 23. The company is expected to showcase a new Surface device at this event.
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