Updated Xbox Series X is now available — teardown reveals interesting differences
Microsoft has released an updated console for the fourth anniversary of the Xbox Series X launch Xbox X gets new colors, digital version and a bigger drive. There are also minor hardware changes.
Salesforce boss: «Microsoft Copilot is just a new Clippy that frustrates users»
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff believes that Copilot artificial intelligence is disappointing and does not bring significant benefits, while Microsoft itself has done a disservice to the AI industry with its release.
22% of Copilot medical advice can kill, — study
AI chatbots are not the best medical assistants. Researchers have found that a fifth of Microsoft Copilot tips can be fatal.
Windows 11 24H2 causes a blue screen with some SSDs — how to fix it in the registry
Windows update 11 24H2 contains some undocumented errors. Users have reported conflicts with certain Western Digital NVMe SSDs.
Windows 11 24H2 irreversibly «eats» up to 8.63 GB — due to mechanism to... reduce the size of updates
Upgrading to Windows 11 24H2 takes up quite a bit of space during installation and doesn’t give everything back More than 8 GB may remain.
Microsoft asks developers why they ignore Xbox: «We can learn!»
Microsoft plans to collect feedback from game developers, including those who use competitors’ products, as part of the expanded Xbox Research program.
Microsoft Office 2024: new release with improvements for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook - from $149.99 (UAH 3,899)
Microsoft has released a new version of Office designed for people who don’t want to subscribe to Microsoft 365. A separate release of Microsoft Office 2024 is now available for both consumers and small businesses. It includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook for Mac and PC.
Microsoft Windows 11 24H2 is now publicly available — many changes, new features of Copilot+ PC
The Microsoft Windows 11 2024 update, also known as version 24H2, is now publicly available. It can be downloaded and installed by anyone.
Microsoft discontinues HoloLens 2 headsets — support will end in two years
Microsoft is winding down production of HoloLens 2 mixed reality headsets and seems to have no plans to release a successor.
Microsoft plans to release two new next-generation consoles, including a Steam Deck analog
Microsoft is developing two new game consoles for the next generation. About reports Windows Central, citing its own sources.
A black hole sucks in money: Microsoft pays $1 billion a year for Xbox Game Pass games
According to sources, Microsoft is spending $1 billion to ensure that third-party games are in Xbox Game Pass. Among those with whom we have signed multimillion-dollar contracts are many well-known brands.
Microsoft releases Windows app for iPhone, Android and macOS
Microsoft has released the Windows App for macOS, iOS, iPadOS, browsers, Android, and even Windows PCs. The Windows App is essentially a hub for streaming a copy of Windows from a variety of sources, including Windows 365, Azure virtual desktop, remote desktop, and more.
Microsoft Photos on Windows adds visual image search via Bing
Microsoft has announced that the latest update to the Photos app («Photos») in Windows will introduce a new image search feature.
Microsoft lays off another 650 employees in the gaming division — this is in addition to the 1,900 laid off in January
Microsoft is planning to lay off nearly 650 employees of its gaming division, as announced by Xbox CEO Phil Spencer in a letter to employees.
Xbox launches Game Pass Standard tariff for $15 — without Starfield, Diablo IV and other hits
More than 40 previously available games have been upgraded to the Game Pass Ultimate tariff.
Microsoft is preparing «smart media search» — Windows will learn to search for words in audio and video
In the latest test version of Windows, there are hints of a search function in audio and video content. The developers called it «intelligent media search» (intelligent media search).
Microsoft was afraid of the backlash for ending support for «Control Panel» Windows and removed the mention of it
Microsoft has removed the words “discontinue «Control Panel» Windows” after the publicity. it is not clear whether this means that they have abandoned plans to remove it.
Microsoft programmers in the AI department earn $120,000 more per year than their colleagues — insider
According to the leaked salary data from Microsoft, programmers working on AI are paid significantly more than others. Others are dissatisfied and look «to the» side.
Microsoft will remove the Windows Control Panel: «is in the process of being terminated»
The Control Panel has been in Windows since its debut in 1985 and is still a favorite of power users despite all the changes. Now Microsoft has decided to remove it completely
Microsoft reveals details about the new Xbox Series X: release date and price
Microsoft has announced the release of an updated version of the Xbox Series X game console without a disk drive.
Microsoft «broke» Windows and Linux dual-booting with the release of a security update
Microsoft’s latest monthly security update is causing problems on computers that dual-boot Windows and Linux.
Windows 11 becomes more energy efficient: new power and optimization modes
Microsoft is working to make Windows 11 more battery-friendly and allow users to get more done on a single battery charge. The new preview build of the OS has additional settings that affect power consumption.
The new The Elder Scrolls game will be released on September 10, — Bethesda
Today Bethesda Softworks released a new video for The Elder Scrolls: Castles, its new free-to-play mobile game.
Changes in OneDrive: Microsoft introduces fees for accounts without an active license
Microsoft is making changes to the rules for using the OneDrive storage service. Now organizations that use OneDrive for work or educational purposes will have to pay for unlicensed (without an active license) accounts.
Windows 11 beta brings back tiles in the Start menu, which will sort programs
Users of the Windows 11 beta have the opportunity to see the new category mode in the «Start» menu. It is very similar to the live tiles in Windows 8.
RIP, Paint 3D. Microsoft is closing the graphics editor on November 4 — due to «unpopularity»
Paint 3D — is a reimagining of the classic Microsoft Paint with 3D modeling and printing features that was launched in October 2016.
Microsoft was developing an alternative to Windows — Midori OS presentation leaked online
Ten years ago, Microsoft intended to release a special operating system called Midori. The new OS could run Windows applications without relying on the old code — it could have become a reliable alternative to Windows.
Avowed has been postponed to 2025: Obsidian doesn't want to compete with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2
However, the game is said to be in «good condition».
A new life for Skype: Microsoft removes ads and adds artificial intelligence
Microsoft has launched a Skype for Windows 11 update in an effort to bring back the glory days of this once-popular video calling app. The company is removing ads and simplifying the interface to attract users again.
Microsoft's gaming revenue grew by 45% thanks to the acquisition of Activision
Microsoft’s revenues from the gaming segment continue to grow rapidly after the acquisition of Blizzard King by Activision.
CrowdStrike internal research — 8.5 million computers crash caused by 40 KB file
CrowdStrike has published a post incident review (PIR) regarding a faulty update that disabled 8.5 million computers. The problem is blamed on a testing program.
Microsoft advises restarting computer 15 times to remove «blue screen of death» CrowdStrike on Windows
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«And we warned you»: US regulator accuses Microsoft of degrading Xbox Game Pass
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sharply criticized Microsoft’s new pricing policy for the Xbox Game Pass service, calling the new «tariff a degraded product».
Deadpool has taken over the Xbox: Microsoft releases gamepad with «perfect buttocks»
Microsoft has introduced a new gamepad model inspired by the popular superhero Deadpool. The new Xbox Cheeky Controller features an unusual back design that mimics Deadpool’s «perfectly rounded buttocks».
Google, Microsoft or Ukraine? Who consumes more electricity
In 2023, Google and Microsoft each consumed 24 TWh of electricity, which exceeded the consumption of more than 100 countries. However, it should be recognized that both companies also generate more money than many countries.
What happens if you reset all Windows 10 registry keys? A YouTuber found out.
If you reset all Windows 10 registry keys, nothing good will probably happen. But to what extent? An enthusiast decided to find out.
Xbox raises prices for Game Pass — the price for Ukrainians will increase by 20%
It seems that Microsoft has decided that our wallets need an upgrade as well.
Former Microsoft vice president shows first copy of Windows 95
Brad Silverberg, former senior vice president and product manager at Microsoft, showed the world’s first a copy of Windows 95. It all started with a post by Dave Plummer, another prominent Microsoft employee who is the man behind Task Manager, ZIP files, and the pinball game Space Cadet, which came free with Windows. In the post, Dave showed…
Microsoft advertising for Amazon Fire TV: «You don't need an Xbox to play Xbox games»
Microsoft is launching Xbox Gaming on Amazon Fire TV and has released an ad demonstrating that you don’t need an Xbox console to play Xbox games.
Not even 40 years have passed. Microsoft adds spell check and auto-correct to Notepad
Microsoft started testing new features in Notepad back in March, and from today, with the update, they will be available to all Windows 11 users through the Microsoft Store.
Only iPhone: Microsoft will ban Chinese employees from using Android smartphones for work
Microsoft has informed its employees in China that starting in September they will be able to use only iPhones for work. This way, the company blocks the use of Android devices in the workflow.
Microsoft «took revenge» on employees who took paid vacation — now they will be paid more than $14 million
Microsoft will pay $14.4 million to settle a case in California over allegations of retaliation against employees who took a legally protected vacation.
Microsoft is tracking sex toy users — a lawsuit has been filed in the US
A woman is suing Microsoft and two major sex toy retailers in the United States. She claims that their websites track users without their consent, despite promises not to do so. In the complaint, San Francisco resident Stella Tatola claims that Babeland and Good Vibrations, both owned by Barnaby Ltd. LLC, allowed Microsoft to see what visitors to…
Windows 11 update causes system to restart cyclically - Microsoft has suspended its rollout
Microsoft has received several reports of problems that began to appear after installing the June 11 non-security update to Windows 11 (KB5039302).
Windows 11 now starts forced OneDrive backups without asking for user permission
Microsoft continues to expand the features and capabilities of OneDrive, but not all of the innovations are to the liking of users. The latest innovation may upset many people, as Windows 11 now has automatic data backup activated by default without a user request.
Microsoft Defender antivirus marks a text file with the words «This content is no longer available» in English as a Trojan
Microsoft Defender, Windows’ built-in antivirus, is considered reliable enough that the average user does not need a third-party program. Error, detected by Twitter user X yappy, demonstrates that sometimes Defender is overzealous in its function.
Microsoft closes its underwater data center after 11 years of operation — experiment recognized as useful
Microsoft has ended its Project Natick underwater data center experiment, which started in 2013, without announcing it. The company confirmed the news, and Microsoft Cloud Operations head Noelle Walsh said: «My team worked on this and it worked. We’ve learned a lot about working below sea level, vibration, and the impact on servers. So, we…
NVIDIA becomes the most valuable company in the world with a capitalization of $3.34 trillion
NVIDIA market capitalization reached NVIDIA’s market capitalization reached $3.34 trillion, allowing the company to overtake Microsoft ($3.32 trillion) and become the most expensive in the world. Despite the recent growth of Microsoft and Apple shares, NVIDIA shares have risen even more. Only earlier this month, the company became the second…
Windows 11 «eats up» CPU power again — Microsoft knows, but hasn't done anything yet
The June builds of Windows 11 Insider suffer from increased CPU usage, and there is no solution to this problem yet. Insider program members suspect Microsoft Cross Device Service, a program that interacts between smartphones and PCs, of being responsible. Microsoft is aware of the problem, but hasn’t fixed it in over a week.
Xbox update improves work with background images, controllers, and allows you to save more than one Wi-Fi network
Microsoft has released an Xbox update that lets you view game images on any Xbox Home background. This means you’ll continue to see your dynamic or plain background when you’re not scrolling through different games.
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