In case it wasn't clear already, Intel and Microsoft are no longer joined at the hip. Intel is trying desperately to grow its share of the tablet market, and with Windows flunking out on those devices, Android is where it's at.
Apple, Samsung and Microsoft commit to anti-theft smartphone kill switch
To be implemented on devices in the US from July 2015
Microsofts new keyboard is meant to be used with Smart TVs
This fall marks 20 years that Microsoft has been making keyboards (make that "computer hardware," as it was quaintly called back in 1994). Ironically, though, as the company approaches this milestone, it's now making accessories not just for PCs, but... Smart TVs?
Microsoft launches Office 365 Personal, $69.99 for a year
Microsoft has now officially launched Office 365 Personal, allowing people a way to access all of its Office software on one PC and one tablet for $69.99 a year or $6.99 a month
Xbox One April 2014 System Update Starts Rolling Out
Microsoft revealed last night that it has started rolling out the April 2014 System Update for Xbox One
Microsoft will open 11 specialty retail stores in May
Microsoft has officially confirmed plans to open 11 new smaller specialty retail stores inside shopping malls across the U.S. during the month of May, with special opening day events at each location
Microsoft reveals SQL Server 2014, Analytics Platform System and more
Microsoft has announced the launch of SQL Server 2014, Analytics Platform System and a preview of Azure Intelligent Systems Service as part of their products dedicated to handling big data.
Microsoft makes Office Online available in Chrome Web Store
Microsoft is making the Web versions of its Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote apps available to users through the Chrome Web Store.
Microsoft cans free custom domain support in Outlook
Microsoft has warned users of its custom domain service for Outlook.com accounts that it will drop support for the service with immediate effect.
Microsoft Surface Mini will arrive this summer to rival Apples iPad Mini
Pint-sized Microsoft tablet to feature 8in screen, stylus support
Report: Eight More Nokia Microsoft Phones Waiting in the Wings
It turns out Monarch wasn't the Lumia 1030 some were hoping for, but rather the lowly (but affordable) 635
Microsoft beefs up Office Online
Microsoft is updating its Web-based Office Online suite, narrowing the features gap with the main Office 365 and Office 2013 suites installed on users' devices.
Windows 8.1 Update now available for Volume License customers
Microsoft has now released Windows 8.1 Update from its Volume License Service Center, along with Windows Server 2012 R2 Update and Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Update.
Windows Phone 8.1 Reviews and Tips
Here a roundup of Windows Phone 8.1 articles:
Microsoft: Our online services are not affected by Heartbleed OpenSSL issue
Microsoft has issued a statement saying their many online services and products like Skype, Office 365, Microsoft Azure, Yammer and others are not affected by the "Heartbleed" OpenSSL issue.
Windows 8.1 adds WIMBoot, 16 GB devices can have 12 GB free with new OS install option
Microsoft has announced that Windows 8.1 Update contains a new install option, WIMBoot, that was made to place the operating system inside devices with small storage options like tablets
Microsoft suspends Windows 8.1 Update release to businesses
Microsoft suspended serving Windows 8.1 Update to businesses that rely on WSUS (Windows Server Update Services), saying that a bug would prevent devices from recognizing future updates.
Microsofts Office for iPad team confirms updated Mac version is in development
Confirms long-awaited apps will share same code as Apple tablet versions
Microsoft: Office for iPad was a Ballmer decision
Microsoft's Office for iPad team has taken to Reddit to conduct an AMA and is providing new details about it's future plans for Office including Android plans and a new version of Office for OS X.
Windows 8.1 Update 1 released, now available for download
Microsoft has released Windows 8.1 update 1 on Windows update which brings new features for mouse and keyboard users to the Windows 8 platform including app pinning and new context menus.