Recent News

May 14, 2014
Brief: Microsoft Office Crosses The Cloud Rubicon

This report describes how Microsoft is pivoting its Office portfolio to cloud-first deployment and delivery and how it is positioning itself to help businesses become more agile and responsive to customer needs. The report describes new Office 365 capabilities that were the focus of the 2014 SharePoint Conference, as well as points to the recent release of Office on the iPad as further evidence of the cloud pivot.

May 13, 2014
New Lync for Android app supports both tablets and phones

A new Lync for Android app that supports tablets, as well as phones, is now available, along with two features to enhance your conversation experience: add participants to an ongoing conversation, and start an ad hoc group conversation.

May 13, 2014
Find apps more easily with Windows Store update

Now, you’ll see a persistent navigation bar with chart-toppers that also gives you categories and collections to search through. You’ll also find collections on the Store landing page to help you discover new apps. Publishers will also now be able to link paid apps so that if you buy the app once, you can get it across your Windows devices.

May 13, 2014
Fans get more choices for Xbox One

Microsoft is bringing more value to Xbox Live Gold members and offering all Xbox 360 and Xbox One owners access to entertainment apps whether or not they have an Xbox Live Gold membership, and Xbox One will be available for $399 without Kinect, a new console option made in response to fan feedback, Xbox head Phil Spencer announced Tuesday.