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Microsoft Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL briefly listed on official UK store ahead of launch

Microsoft Lumia 950 and 950 XL UK Store listing

Microsoft Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL smartphones were briefly listed on official Microsoft Store (Via) in the UK before it was removed. This confirms the name of upcoming high-end smartphones. The listing also confirms 5.2-inch and 5.7 Quad HD (1440×2560 pixels) displays for the phones, 20-megapixel rear camera with ZEISS optics, 32GB of internal storage with expandable memory up to 2TB with microSD and Windows 10. It doesn’t reveal the price of the smartphones. Continue reading “Microsoft Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL briefly listed on official UK store ahead of launch”

Skype’s latest update adds support for Android Wear

Skype has updated Android app with support for Android Wear. The latest update that bumps the app to 6.4 brings the much needed integration with Android wear.

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Microsoft is working on Google Cardboard competitor dubbed as VR Kit

Microsoft is said to be working on a low cost virtual reality headset that looks like the Google Cardboard competitor that allowed users to enjoy a decent virtual reality experience just with their smartphone.

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Microsoft Lumia 950 XL surface in press render

Microsoft is all set to announce new flagship phones – Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL and other devices at an event on October 6th. Now, a press render of the Lumia 950 XL has surfaced.

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Microsoft releases Invite app for iPhone, enables easier scheduling of meetings

Microsoft has released a new app for iPhone that lets users schedule for meetings. Dubbed as Invite, the app that is a product of Microsoft Garage, will let you set up small events and group meetings.

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Microsoft Office 2016 released, starts at Rs. 5999

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Microsoft has released Office 2016 worldwide, as it promised. This brings new features such as real-time typing, easy sharing, new Excel charts, Skype for Business, modern attachments in Outlook and more. It also has several enterprise features such as built-in Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Multifactor Authentication and more. Continue reading “Microsoft Office 2016 released, starts at Rs. 5999”

Microsoft Lumia 550 leaked in press renders

Microsoft has scheduled an event on October 6th where it is expected to announce a range of Windows 10 devices. One such device could be the Lumia 550 which has surfaced in press renders.

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Next generation Microsoft Band 2 shows up in renders

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Microsoft had a surprise lined up last year in the form of the Band, Redmond’s play in the fitness wearable space. The device that brought a litany of sensors, tight integration with Microsoft Health and honest to goodness support for the Windows Phone platform was widely panned for the design compromises made by the company. Continue reading “Next generation Microsoft Band 2 shows up in renders”

Microsoft schedules an event on October 6th to introduce new Windows 10 devices

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Microsoft has finally sent out invites for its October 6th event in New York City, as rumored. Even though the invite just says We have exciting news to share about Windows 10 devices, the company is expected to introduce the longtime rumored Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL flagship smartphone, new Surface 4 Pro tablet and Microsoft Band 2. Continue reading “Microsoft schedules an event on October 6th to introduce new Windows 10 devices”

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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Microsoft Office 2016 to arrive on September 22

Microsoft has announced that Office 2016 will start officially start rolling out from September 22. The latest version of Microsoft Office comes with a number of new features.

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Microsoft shows off upcoming Office app updates for the iPad Pro, iOS 9 and WatchOS 2

Microsoft has revealed the upcoming updates for its Office apps that will take advantage of the new feature and capabilities on the iPad Pro, iOS 9 and WatchOS 2. The latest update will bring number of new features for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook and Translator.

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Nokia 105 Dual SIM launched in India for Rs. 1419

Microsoft has launched Nokia 105 Dual SIM, an affordable feature phone in India. It is the successor of the single SIM variant of the Nokia 105 that was released back in 2013. The new Nokia 105 that was introduced back in June has a sleek, and durable design, features a 1.45-inch (128 x 128 pixels) LCD screen and comes with a extended phonebook capacity that can store up to 2,000 contacts. It also includes features like torchlight and FM radio as well. Continue reading “Nokia 105 Dual SIM launched in India for Rs. 1419”