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Windows Phone

Windows Phone 8 set for update this summer, brings back support for FM radio

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, Comments

In an official Microsoft blog post announcing the new Lumia 925 smartphone from Nokia, the software giant dropped hints about the upcoming update to Windows Phone 8. This new update is set to roll out during the summer of this year. keep reading

Nokia

Nokia reveals Lumia 925, powered by Windows Phone 8 and encased in a metal-finished design

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, Comments

Nokia has revealed a new Lumia smartphone today, called the Lumia 925. This new smartphone, powered by Windows Phone 8, comes with a sleek, metal-finished design, a new AMOLED display, and a better PureView imaging technology for better... keep reading

Skype

Skype app for BlackBerry Z10 preview available for download

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, Comments

Recently, Microsoft released the Skype app for the BlackBerry Q10. Now, as the BlackBerry 10.1 operating system rolls out, Microsoft has announced the availability of the Skype app for BlackBerry Z10. keep reading

Outlook

Outlook.com now allows you to chat with your Google contacts right from your inbox

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft has announced today that Outlook.com will now allow you to chat with your Google contacts, directly from your email inbox! Microsoft has implemented this feature for those who have already made the switch to Outlook.com, but... keep reading

Windows 8

Microsoft confirms Windows 8.1 name, will be FREE from the Windows Store

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft's Tami Reller has today confirmed that the official name for the Windows Blue update is Windows 8.1, which was recently seen in leaked development builds of the OS. Along with this info, Microsoft revealed that the update will... keep reading

Mozilla

Mozilla Firefox 21 exits Beta, grab your download here

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, Comments

Mozilla Firefox 21 is no longer in Beta, as the company has released the new Firefox browser today. However, as we are hours away from the official release, Mozilla has already uploaded the new version to its servers, for all to download. keep reading

Security

May 2013 Patch Tuesday takes place today (May 14th), features ten security patches

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft is slated to roll out ten security patches today for the company's May 2013 Patch Tuesday. Of the ten security patches, two are rated critical while the other eight are rated important. keep reading

Bing

Bing introduces People Autosuggest, gives you a snapshot of information below the search bar

Monday, May 13th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft continues to improve its Bing search engine by adding yet another new feature. This time, Microsoft is introducing Bing People Autosuggest. This new feature provides you with a snapshot of information right below the search bar... keep reading

Build

Microsoft re-opens Build 2013 registration on May 15th, thanks to consumer request

Monday, May 13th, 2013, Comments

Not that long ago, Microsoft officially announced the Build 2013 developer conference, which takes place June 26th to June 28th in San Francisco, California. Immediately, the event sold out. Now, Microsoft is listening to consumers and... keep reading

SkyDrive

SkyDrive uploads now 2x faster, now shows your pictures in a timeline or filmstrip view

Monday, May 13th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft has revealed in an official SkyDrive blog post that the cloud service now features faster upload times as well as new features. SkyDrive users can now see their photos in a timeline or filmstrip view. keep reading

Skype

Skype app for Windows and Windows Phone 8 updated, increases reliability and performance

Monday, May 13th, 2013, Comments

In an official Skype blog post, Microsoft has rolled out an update to the Skype app for Windows, as well as the Skype app for Windows Phone 8. The update for Windows is a minor update, while the update to the Windows Phone app improves... keep reading

Visual Studio

See what's new in Visual Studio 2012 Updates One and Two during live webcast on May 29th

Monday, May 13th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft recently made available the third update to Visual Studio 2012, and it is available as a Release Candidate for immediate download. Microsoft has been issuing updates for Visual Studio 2012 in a frequent basis thanks to user... keep reading

Bill Gates

Watch this! Bill Gates talks about Steve Jobs, 'He and I grew up together' (video)

Monday, May 13th, 2013, Comments

In a recent interview with Charlie Rose on 60 Minutes, Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates spoke about his plans to help heal the world. On top of that, Gates spoke about his old friend and biggest rival Steve Jobs. keep reading

Office 2013

Microsoft reveals three new companies who ditched Google Apps for Office 365

Monday, May 13th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft recently put up a video as well as a blog post highlighting why using Google Apps is similar to taking a gamble. Microsoft touts Google Apps as a platform that compromises an organization's security and privacy. Today, Microsoft... keep reading

Surface

Microsoft Surface Pro to debut in Hong Kong on May 17

Monday, May 13th, 2013, Comments

Recently, Microsoft announced that the Surface Pro would be available in countries such as Hong Kong before the end of May. Now, it appears that the Surface Pro will actually make its debut on May 17th. keep reading

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