Sending Windows 10 to the trash, or a new life for an old laptop with Chrome OS Flex
Old laptops are often a pain in the ass: they boot slowly, get hot, and Windows 10 runs like a snail. But that’s no reason to give up. Instead of filling up landfills with electronic waste, you can give your device a second life. With Chrome OS Flex, a lightweight, fast, and modern operating system […]
Evolution of Microsoft operating systems: from MS-DOS to Windows 11
Without Microsoft, the world of modern computer technology would not be the same as we know it. Next year, Microsoft turns 50 years old, so it’s worth looking back at the megacorporation’s significant achievements ahead of the milestone. Starting with simple text-based MS-DOS interfaces in the early 1980s and reaching modern, intuitive,…
Windows 11 24H2 update causes crashes in popular Ubisoft games
Microsoft recognized, that its latest Windows 11 24H2 update is causing crashes in some Ubisoft video games.
Microsoft Teams will get «live» translation — your voice will sound in 9 different languages
In early 2025, Microsoft will add the «translator» feature to Teams, which will be powered by artificial intelligence and allow each participant to speak (or listen to others) in the language of their choice.
Windows 365 Link is a mini-PC for streaming Windows 11 from the cloud. For only $349
Microsoft plans to release a new mini-PC specially designed for its cloud service Windows 365. The Windows 365 Link is a $349 device that works as a thin client, connecting to the cloud and streaming Windows 11 to the screen.
Avowed is already available for pre-order on Steam, but the price for Ukrainians is one of the highest
Xbox has opened pre-orders for Obsidian Entertainment’s fantasy RPG Avowed with a rather unexpected pricing policy.
Bethesda and ZeniMax employees go on strike to return to the office
Employees of Bethesda and parent ZeniMax, who are now owned by Microsoft announced a strike. Employees are dissatisfied with the company’s remote work policy.
Microsoft will cut Mail, Calendar, and People on Windows by the end of this year. Outlook on Windows is next in line
Microsoft plans to end support for Mail, Calendar, and People on Windows at the end of this year. Over the past few months, the company has been migrating users of these programs to the new version of Outlook for Windows, and now it has set the end date for Mail, Calendar, and People at December 31.
Xbox CEO reveals the company's development plans: portable consoles, mobile store, and multiplatform
Phil Spencer, the head of Microsoft’s gaming division, spoke about the company’s ambitious plans for the further development of Xbox. The company is considering new acquisitions and preparing to enter the market of portable gaming devices.
Microsoft uses AI to create the world's first 3D copy of the Vatican's largest cathedral
The high-precision virtual reconstruction will allow everyone to virtually explore St. Peter’s Basilica.
Microsoft advises «not to open more than 60 emails» in Outlook, otherwise the mail will break
The last bug in the classic version Microsoft Outlook crashes if users open too many emails at once — program automatically shuts down, reports TechRadar. В Microsoft acknowledged the problem and, among other things, advised customers «not to open more than 60 emails at a time»
Microsoft to give away $1 000 000 among those who «ditched» Google search engine for Bing
Despite the fact that Microsoft «major» updated Bing with artificial intelligence, users are in no hurry to part with Google in favor of another search engine — so the company decided to attract new customers with a kind of lottery, and this time they offered a million dollars as a prize.
Microsoft will charge $30 to extend Windows 10 support for another year
Support for Windows 10 will end in October 2025, but after that, Microsoft will offer users an additional year of security updates for a modest $30 fee.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella receives +63% ($79.1 million) in compensation for a year of massive layoffs and hacks
Despite the layoffs and data security incidents, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella received a whopping 63% increase in his compensation compared to the previous year.
Microsoft to consider investing in Bitcoin on December 10
Microsoft plans to put to a shareholder vote the issue of a public assessment of the possibility of investing in bitcoin. This is stated in a proposal to the US Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) dated October 24, put forward by the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR). The document emphasizes the strategy of MicroStrategy, which…
Microsoft unveils updated Xbox Wireless Headset — more battery life and better sound for $110
Microsoft has unveiled a new version of its branded Xbox wireless gaming headphones, which has received a number of improvements over the previous 2021 model.
Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 update on WD and Sandisk SSDs, manufacturer releases microcode fix
Previously cases of BSOD were reported in Windows 11 24H2 with some SSDs. Now WD has added Sandisk models, Microsoft has rolled back the update for them, and WD has released a fix.
Microsoft removes Xbox Game Pass trial for $1 ahead of new Call of Duty release
Microsoft has canceled the 14-day trial period of Game Pass for $1 ahead of the release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, repeating the strategy used before the release of Starfield last year.
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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