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Microsoft redefines the laptop with Surface Book, ushers in new era of Windows 10 devices

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NEW YORK — Oct. 6, 2015 — Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday unveiled new Surface, Lumia and Microsoft Band devices, taking advantage of powerful and versatile hardware to unlock new Windows 10 experiences, including fast and secured login with Windows Hello1; new Cortana2experiences that turn Windows 10 devices into a personal assistant; improved touch and pen experiences on Surface; and Continuum for phones, which enables the new Lumia 950 and 950 XL phones to work like PCs3. Showcasing the innovation possible with Windows 10, Microsoft also shared new gaming experiences from Xbox and new details on Microsoft HoloLens, the first fully untethered holographic computer. [Read more…]

Microsoft making it easier for apps written for Android, and iOS systems to work on Windows phones

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This from Reuters… Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O) is making it easier for apps written for rival Google Inc’s (GOOGL.O) Android and Apple Inc’s (AAPL.O) iOS systems to work on Windows phones, in a bid to attract users to its unpopular mobile devices, the company’s operating systems chief said on Wednesday. [Read more…]

Microsoft hires Michael Gough as corporate vice president of design, Applications and Services Group

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REDMOND, Wash. — Feb. 2, 2015 — Microsoft Corp. on Monday announced that Michael Gough has joined the company as corporate vice president of design for the Applications and Services Group (ASG). Gough will be responsible for leading design across many of Microsoft’s most important products, including Office 365, and will report to Julie Larson-Green, chief experience officer. [Read more…]

Microsoft Lumia 435 and Lumia 532: the most affordable Lumia devices to date

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REDMOND, Wash. — Jan. 14, 2015 — Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday announced the Microsoft Lumia 435 and Lumia 532 smartphones, the most affordable Lumia devices to date. Offering the latest Windows Phone 8.1 capabilities at an incredible price, both Lumia 435 and Lumia 532 deliver smartphone experiences that help people do more on the go. [Read more…]

Microsoft gives first look at Windows 10, highlighting enterprise advancements and open collaboration.

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Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday unveiled its next Windows operating system, Windows 10, and gave a first look at an early technical preview for the PC available Oct. 1. The announcement highlighted advancements designed for business, including an updated user experience and enhanced security and management capabilities. [Read more…]