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August 7, 2014

Throwback Thursday: Microsoft.com, among the earliest commercial websites, has been on the Web for 20 years

Take a look at home pages during Microsoft.com’s 20-year history and meet some of the people who guided it to today’s version, accessible and appealing on any device.

August 7, 2014

Find answers to technical questions faster on Bing

It’s now easier to find the answers to your questions if you use Bing to download or troubleshoot software, or if you’re a programmer who wants to get the technical details of an API.

August 7, 2014

Staff App Pick: Keep your sanity on those long summer road trips with the PBS KIDS Video app

If you plan to take any long summer road trips with the kids this year, then you know what a lifesaver good mobile content can be when all you want is a few minutes of peace and quiet as you and your partner watch the scenery pass by.

August 6, 2014

Nokia community gives tips on taking portraits with Lumia smartphones

The Conversations blog turned to the Nothing but a Nokia Facebook community in search of examples and tips on how to take better portrait shots using their Lumia smartphones.

August 6, 2014

Lumia users get updated Nokia Camera and other cool imaging apps for Windows Phone 8.1

If you’ve downloaded the latest Lumia updates, note that several imaging apps have benefitted from the refresh, including the updated Nokia Camera, which includes a simplified user interface with easy access to manual controls, video, smart sequence and improved Camera Roll.

August 6, 2014

GamePho app developer talks about how Windows Phone 8.1 and Windows 8.1 helps empower gamers

The App Campus program helped Emre Taş, CEO of the Turkish development firm Alictus, develop and launch the two-match puzzle game, “Witch Potion,” in the Windows Phone Store. Now he is porting his award-winning motion-controller app, GamePho, to Windows.

August 6, 2014

Starting Aug. 12, Internet Explorer will block out-of-date ActiveX controls

As part of Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to deliver a more secure Web browser, Internet Explorer will block out-of-date ActiveX controls beginning on Aug. 12, and a Microsoft update on that day will introduce a new security feature called “Out-of-date ActiveX control blocking.”

August 6, 2014

Partners: Cloud Profitability Program training series helps you understand the cloud and its benefits

In a blog post, Burke Fewel, director of Partner Capability Development Management, writes that part one of the five-blog series looks at the “change imperative” for moving to the cloud. “In the first video module, you’ll learn about the growing cloud opportunity, review traditional business models and learn to identify how your revenue streams may evolve as you shift to the cloud,” he writes.

August 6, 2014

Football fans: Watch every game in high definition with NFL Preseason Live app

Before the pro football season officially begins, fans get a taste of the fall pastime with preseason games. With the NFL Preseason Live Windows app, you can watch every game in high definition live or on demand.

August 6, 2014

Car? Oh, car? Where are you? Some very clever ways to use your Nokia Treasure Tag

If you use the Nokia Treasure Tag, paired with your Lumia phone, you know the tag can help you find your keys or your wallet. But it’s also quite nifty for locating other things.