Press Releases

April 18, 2013
2.5 out of 10 Computers Lack Up-to-Date Malware Protection, Reveals new Research from Microsoft

Microsoft’s Security Intelligence Report shows that malware infections 5.5 times more likely without Antivirus Software — Today Microsoft Hong Kong released the Microsoft Security Intelligence Report volume 14 (SIRv14). In addition to analyzing prevalent threats from across the globe, including Hong Kong, the data reveals an important trend related to antivirus (AV) software (“Antivirus”).

March 12, 2013
Microsoft Releases Next-Generation Office 365 for Business

Large enterprises to small businesses of different needs and budgets can now benefit from the power of the new Office and the connectivity of the cloud — Microsoft Hong Kong today announced the worldwide availability of a major new update to its Microsoft Office 365 business services, adding new features and offerings tailored to the needs and budgets of small, medium-size and large organizations.

January 29, 2013
Microsoft Releases Office 365 Home Premium

New consumer cloud service works across devices to help busy people simplify their lives and get more done — Microsoft Corp. today announced worldwide availability of Office 365 Home Premium, a reinvention of the company’s flagship Office product line for consumers.

January 22, 2013
After 88 days, Windows 8 gathers momentum in Hong Kong

Experience the Top 8 apps, with now only 10 days left to upgrade at the special, low-cost introductory price. – Eighty-eight days since the global launch of Windows 8, businesses and consumers in Hong Kong are embracing the operating system’s unique promise of “no-compromise computing”.

January 17, 2013
Microsoft Advances the Cloud OS With New Management Solutions

New offerings deliver on the commitment to help customers and partners deliver cloud services and manage connected devices. — Microsoft Corp. announced the availability of new solutions to help enterprise customers manage hybrid cloud services and connected devices with greater agility and cost-efficiency.

November 1, 2012
Microsoft Unveils Windows Phone 8

Latest smartphones from Nokia, Samsung and HTC go on sale in November — Microsoft Hong Kong today debuted Windows Phone 8, the latest version of the company’s smartphone operating system. Windows Phone 8 offers a truly personal phone experience, connecting you to the people and things that matter most.

October 26, 2012
Microsoft Launches Windows 8 in Hong Kong

New offers, apps and range of hardware options offers choice and opportunity for customers as Windows 8 becomes globally available – Microsoft today announced the availability of Windows 8 for its customers in Hong Kong and around the world.

October 16, 2012
Microsoft Announces New Surface Details

Ahead of Oct. 26 launch, Microsoft outlines pricing, market availability and special limited quantity pre-order. Microsoft Corp. today released new details about its highly anticipated Microsoft Surface, a tablet PC designed to be the ultimate stage for Windows.

October 15, 2012
Microsoft Launches Office 365 for education to Benefit Local Academic Sector

Hong Kong Polytechnic University moves 38,500 staff and students to the cloud, representing one of Asia’s biggest Office 365 education deployments – Since its launch over a year ago, Office 365 has proven to be a big hit among large and small companies alike. Globally, Office 365 is now offered in 88 markets and 32 languages.