Microsoft’s recent job cutting has been a hot topic of discussion online for all the wrong reasons. However CEO Satya Nadella also mentioned that they are planning to streamline their devices into 3 categories from now on.
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Quad-HD Windows 10 phone confirmed – Might be the Lumia 940 XL
In April, we brought to you news about the Lumia 940 and the 940 XL. The Lumia 940 is expected to have a 5.2″ screen while the 940 XL is expected to pack a larger 5.7″ screen. An ad network has apparently listed two devices with model numbers RM-1104/1105 and RM-1100 which fall right into place with the two rumoured 940 phones.
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Microsoft Lumia 540 Dual SIM Review
Microsoft launched the Lumia 540 Dual SIM last month in India. It is a handset that makes you confused as to what its purpose in Microsoft’s lineup really is. This is because it closely resembles its elder brother, the Lumia 640 which was announced alongside the Lumia 640 XL at MWC in Spain earlier this year.
Microsoft Lumia 840/840 XL enters India for testing
Back in April, we informed you that Microsoft was readying the Lumia 840 to replace the Lumia 830. Now, a new import listing at Zauba shows two devices being imported into India from Finalnd for testing and it might very well be the Lumia 840 or perhaps the Lumia 840 XL.
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Microsoft says that they will take control over Windows 10 firmware updates
Microsoft has stated that they will be taking full control over the firmware updates on devices running Windows 10 including PCs, tablets and smartphones. This will be done in order to avoid fragmentation in the OS ecosystem.
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Microsoft now says that non-genuine users won’t get free upgrade to Windows 10
Earlier on in the year, Microsoft had stated that both genuine and non-genuine users of Windows 7, Windows Phone 8.1 and Windows 8.1 will get an upgrade to Windows 10 free of charge during the first year since its release. But now Microsoft is stating that the upgrade will not be available free of charge to those who are using non-genuine versions of Windows.
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Microsoft launches Hyperlapse app for Windows Phone, Android and PC
Rejoice Windows and Android phone users as even you can now create super cool Hyperlapse videos. Microsoft has launched the Hyperlapse app for Windows Phone and a preview version for Android and a desktop version as well.
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Windows 10 Mobile to be the new name for Windows Phone
In yet another pivot, Microsoft has finally announced that it will rebrand Windows Phone as Windows 10 Mobile. This practically brings it full circle to the first effort that the company had made in the mobility space. Some of the earliest PDAs and smartphones out there were running on Windows Mobile which is based on the Windows CE kernel. Continue reading “Windows 10 Mobile to be the new name for Windows Phone”
Microsoft announces the various Windows 10 editions
Microsoft has just revealed the various Windows 10 version that will be available across different platforms and the naming scheme that they will be following. Despite the OSes all being the same, there still are different editions available that will be catered specifically to different customers and devices.
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Skype Translator preview app for Windows now available for all
Skype’s real-time Translator app is now available to all users for a preview. Microsoft on Tuesday announced that the Skype Translator preview app now doesn’t require sign-up and is simply available to download from the Windows Store. Continue reading “Skype Translator preview app for Windows now available for all”
Microsoft announces Windows Update for Business
Microsoft has announced Windows Update for Business at its Ignite Conference. This will help IT professionals to make sure Windows devices within the organization are up to date with the latest features and security patches.
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Windows 10 screenshots leaked – Reveals 3D Tiles and new UI
Leaked screenshots of the upcoming Windows 10 OS from Microsoft show us the changes in the UI and the new 3D tiles. Another major change is that Microsoft is bringing back the Aero Glass feature that was used in Windows 7 and Vista.
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Microsoft Lumia 640 available for Rs 9,999 on Flipkart for a limited time
The Microsoft Lumia 640 is now available on Flipkart at a price of Rs 9,999 for a limited time. The offer is valid only on 27th and 28th of April and is down for the retail price of Rs 11,999 (16% off).
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Microsoft readying Lumia 840 to replace now discontinued Lumia 830
Microsoft has apparently discontinued the Lumia 830 and while retailers may have it in stock, that stock will not be replenished once its over. This is most likely to pave way for the successor; the Lumia 840.
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Microsoft Lumia 940 and Lumia 940 XL details leaked
According to a new rumor, Microsoft is readying two new flagship Lumia devices to be launched this year – the Lumia 940 and the 940 XL. Both the phones will be will be running Windows 10 out of the box.
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