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August 13, 2014

US Partners: New, free live events will show you how the cloud can help your small business customers

A free, two-day SMB Live events series, coming in September and October to several cities across the U.S., is designed to teach you how to not only succeed in the cloud, but to conquer it, writes Diane Golshan in a blog post.

August 13, 2014

App of the Week: I’ll take ‘Jeopardy!’ for Windows PCs and tablets, Alex!

Test your knowledge in everything from sports and popular culture to travel, world history and more with cool touches that let you feel like you’re there with Trebek, ready to buzz in.

August 13, 2014

10 startups are part of first Microsoft Ventures Accelerator in partnership with American Family Insurance

Ten startup companies have been named to be part of the first Microsoft Ventures Accelerator, in partnership with American Family Insurance, it was announced Wednesday. The companies will focus on home automation using the Internet of Things.

August 13, 2014

Electronic Arts launches EA Access service for Xbox One in the US and 11 other countries

Electronic Arts has launched EA Access, a subscription-based service for Xbox One that gives members unlimited access to EA’s biggest games and more for $4.99 a month. The service is now live for players in a dozen countries, including the United States, United Kingdom and Canada, with more countries to be added.

August 13, 2014

Version 3.1 of Skype for modern Windows, now available, comes with ability to edit messages

Version 3.1 of Skype for modern Windows was released Tuesday, and the version gives you the ability to edit messages. There are also some other improvements, including making video message notifications more reliable and video messages more accessible.

August 13, 2014

Microsoft-led discussion aims to find ways to use technology to fight human trafficking

Continuing its work with the White House Office of Science and Technology, Microsoft took an important step in its efforts to combat human trafficking by convening a brainstorming session of law enforcement, academics and private organizations in Washington, D.C. July 24.

August 13, 2014

Chop chop! ‘Timberman’ tests your logging skills on Windows Phone

In the old-school arcade game “Timberman” a day in the woods is an adventure that tests your logging speed and skills. Channel Timberman’s chops to topple towering trees – while avoiding the branches on their way down. The game comes with four environments and 20 Timbermen to unlock.

August 12, 2014

Pre-order one of three new Xbox One bundles that include ‘Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare,’ ‘Sunset Overdrive’ and ‘FIFA 15’

If you’re searching for a shiny new gift, you can now add three new bundles to the list that include a limited edition “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare,” “Sunset Overdrive” and “FIFA 14” to go with a new Xbox One.

August 12, 2014

Darkness descends: ‘Risen 3 Titan Lords’ now available for Xbox 360

While the world has been abandoned by its gods, and is scarred from the rampage of the Titans, you’re in a bit of a pinch yourself in “Risen 3 Titan Lords,” now out for Xbox 360.

August 12, 2014

gamescom 2014 introduces the Halo Channel for all things Halo

Created by 343 Industries, the Halo Channel will be available Nov.11 on Xbox One and Windows 8.1 devices, with a version for Windows Phone 8.1 expected after that release.