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March 25, 2015

Microsoft kicks off YouthSpark #WeSpeakCode Campaign – the largest coding event in Hong Kong. Involved more than 4,800 students and accumulated 6,000 coding hours

A platform to empower youths to learn computer programming and foster home-grown innovation — As part of Microsoft’s YouthSpark commitment to encourage more young people into STEM (Science Technology Engineering Maths), Microsoft Asia Pacific rolls-out Asia Pacific Week of Code, a campaign to promote coding as a second language. In Hong Kong, the #WeSpeakCode program kicked off in the week of 23 March.

March 19, 2015

Microsoft introduces Lumia 430: The most affordable Lumia smartphone

Microsoft Corp. on Thursday unlocked the promise of smartphone ownership for many more people with the introduction of Lumia 430 Dual SIM, the latest addition to its affordable range of Lumia smartphones.

March 18, 2015

Windows 10 to launch this summer in 190 countries and 111 languages around the world

At the Windows Hardware Engineering Community (WinHEC) summit today, Terry Myerson, executive vice president of Windows, Microsoft Corp., announced that Windows 10 will launch in 190 countries and 111 languages around the world this summer.

March 16, 2015

Microsoft Hong Kong partners with CSL to launch a New Mobile Office Service for SMEs

One stop service enabling SMEs to experience flexible and prompt mobile working mode with Office 365 and high-speed mobile data — Microsoft has announced a new partnership with CSL Mobile Limited to introduce the new Ultra 300 Office 365 Mobile Office Service, providing SMEs with a professional and comprehensive mobile solution.

March 5, 2015

International Women’s Day spotlight: Serena Cheung

On March 8 every year, International Women’s Day is celebrated all around the world to recognize the contributions and achievements of women across various communities while calling for greater equality. This year, the theme “Make It Happen” aims to encourage effective action for advancing and recognizing women.

February 23, 2015

MassMutual Asia Deploys Microsoft Azure StorSimple Solution

Lowering costs by 20 times compared to building own datacenter and enjoying improved storage and disaster-recovery speed and efficiency — In recent years, Microsoft’s cloud business has grown significantly due to a substantial uptrend in cloud services adoption. For the sixth consecutive quarter, Microsoft’s commercial cloud revenue more than doubled, driven by Office 365, Azure and Dynamics CRM Online. It is now on an annualized revenue run rate of US$5.5 billion. Microsoft Azure has a similar growth rate both internationally and locally.

January 22, 2015

Windows 10: A New Generation of Windows

Windows 10 to be offered as free upgrade; group computing and holographic Windows 10 devices unveiled – Microsoft today unveiled a new generation of Windows, with a wide range of experiences designed to usher in a new era of more personal computing, as well as two new devices designed to extend the Windows experience from large screens to no screens. Windows 10 will be delivered as a service to offer a safer, innovative and updated experience for the supported lifetime of the device.

January 22, 2015

Microsoft GirlSpark expands to groom young female talent in Hong Kong to foster diversity and innovation

Networking with 21 top leaders and access to over 30 internship and job opportunities – Following the success of last year’s inaugural Microsoft GirlSpark Camp, launched to inspire talented female students from different disciplines to join the ICT industry, Microsoft held a second GirlSpark Camp, in mid-January 2015.

December 18, 2014

Microsoft and PolyU jointly establish Smart Computing Laboratory to drive Hong Kong as a smart innovation center

Microsoft commits up to HK$10 million with software, services, devices and work experience to equip Hong Kong talent with the skills to excel in the 21st century – Microsoft and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) have announced that they will join forces to establish the PolyU-Microsoft Smart Computing Laboratory at the Department of Computing (COMP).

December 1, 2014

Microsoft Cloud Drives Strong Year-on-Year Growth in Hong Kong

New partnership with Compass Offices empowering more customers with Office 365 for productivity anywhere and on any device – Microsoft’s cloud business has continued to gain traction in global markets. The company grew its commercial cloud revenue by 128 percent, the 5th consecutive quarter in which it has more than doubled.

November 18, 2014

Real Madrid C.F. and Microsoft join forces to accelerate the digital transformation of the club

The two organizations sign an agreement covering a range of technological developments, starting with the creation of a digital platform that will revolutionize the way millions of supporters enjoy following their team. Real Madrid will lead the transformation of the sports industry, enabling sports lovers to enjoy their passion in a unique way. – Real Madrid C.F. and Microsoft have signed a landmark agreement accelerating the digital transformation of the club through technology.

November 9, 2014

Microsoft broadens partner ecosystem in bringing more than 20 affordable yet powerful and highly mobile Windows tablets to the market

Donating 300 tablets to local schools and NGOs to champion the new ‘My Learning Companion’ initiative – Following the announcement in April this year of the $0 royalty licensing program for devices with screens under 9 inches, Microsoft Hong Kong today showcased more than 20 brand new and value-driven Windows devices with some models striking below the HKD1000 price point.