Microsoft blog calls Cortana "The smartest AI in the universe"
Discusses how the game character was transformed into a Windows assistant.
Half a million Microsoft Lumia 535s have been shipped to India
According to the latest numbers from an Indian import tracking website, Microsoft has imported over 500,000 units of its competitively priced, entry-level smartphone, the Lumia 535, into the country
Microsoft claims new Lumia 532 is 'Windows 10 ready' hinting at new OS name for phones
A small tidbit has already leaked out from none other than search engines that index
How much does Microsoft make from PC makers with Windows 8.1?
Microsoft is making Windows 8.1 available to its PC partners for anywhere from 'zero dollars' to $15 per copy, according to recently disclosed OEM licensing information.
Microsoft's new spin on 'do not disturb' mode actually looks rather useful
Do not disturb modes are nothing new, but Microsoft's newest patented feature proposes making it a lot smarter - and potentially more useful
Microsoft delivers January firmware updates to its Surface Pro tablet family
Microsoft has made available firmware updates for its Intel-based Surface family, including one meant to address ongoing connectivity issues with the Surface Pro 3.
Visual Studio 2015 CTP 5 now available for download
Microsoft has released Visual Studio 2015 CTP 5 for download with new features in debugging, diagnostics, the XAML language service, and ASP.NET 5
Microsoft unveils its cheapest Lumias to date
Microsoft has announced the Lumia 435 and Lumia 532
Windows 10: What to expect in the consumer preview
In a week from now, Microsoft will be announcing more on its plans for Windows 10 on PCs, phones and other devices. But what should we expect from the company's next OS preview build for the PC?
Microsoft seeks Skype for iPhone users for new pre-release program
Microsoft is seeking participants for a new, limited pre-release program for Skype on iOS.
Microsoft Offers Ubuntu Image with Docker Engine in Azure Marketplace
Microsoft has announced Azure Marketplace's first Docker image: Docker on Ubuntu Server by Canonical and Microsoft Open Tech
Windows 7 mainstream support ends Tuesday, patches continue until 2020
It's the end of the first phase of support for Windows 7, as Microsoft's self-imposed deadline to offer mainstream support for the OS ends on Tuesday, January 13. However, the company has pledged to continue to offer extended support for Windows 7 for another five years, until January 14, 2020.
Microsoft slams Google for publishing a security vulnerability in Windows 8.1
Microsoft has slammed Google for publishing a security vulnerability in Windows 8.1, saying it was just days out from a fix and the disclosure was a "gotcha", instead of protecting customers.
Microsoft to Expand Windows Technical Preview to Windows Phone Users
Microsoft has posted a new Phone Insider app to the Windows Phone Store, the latest sign yet that the Windows Technical Preview will soon be expanded beyond PCs and tablets to smart phones.
Microsoft ends free Patch Tuesday security notices
Security community questions wisdom of decision to hide update information
Microsoft will simplify OneDrive to fix synching headache
Microsoft is taking steps to fix sync issues experienced by certain users of its OneDrive cloud storage service
Microsoft ups ante with G-Series virtual machines on Azure
Microsoft has debuted a new series of VM (virtual machines) in the cloud and it claims that its G-Series are the most powerful available ? from any provider on the market - in the public cloud
Leaked: Windows 10 Dark Theme and Spartan Browser
An interesting leak on a China-based tech blog shows off two features coming in the Windows 10 consumer preview: a dark theme?really background color?that appears to mimic a similar UI in Windows Phone and the Spartan web browser.
Microsoft's 'Spartan' browser: More details leak
Microsoft's new browser, part of its Windows 10 platform, may include Cortana integration, digital-inking support and grouped tabbing, according to new leaks.
Microsoft expands Office on Android preview
Microsoft is broadening its preview of Office on Android tablets, adding support for Kitkat and Lollipop and removing the waiting period for access.
