ASUS could launch Xbox-branded handheld in 2025: Report

Microsoft isn’t releasing an Xbox handheld this year, despite recent rumors. In November, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer cautioned that the device remains years away, still in prototype form. Yet, a Windows Central report stirred excitement, suggesting a handheld codenamed “Project Kennan” could arrive in 2025, with full next-gen consoles targeting 2027. Continue reading “ASUS could launch Xbox-branded handheld in 2025: Report”

Microsoft breaks ground on India development centre in Noida

Microsoft held a groundbreaking ceremony on Saturday for its planned India Development Centre (IDC) campus in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The event was attended by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, who participated as the chief guest. Continue reading “Microsoft breaks ground on India development centre in Noida”

Skype is shutting down in May in favor of Microsoft Teams 

Microsoft is finally shutting down Skype, the voice and video communication app acquired in 2011. The service will remain online until May 5, and users are encouraged to switch to Teams for consumer applications.

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Microsoft Copilot now offers unlimited free access to Voice and Think Deeper for all users

Microsoft on Tuesday announced the rollout of new AI-powered features for all Copilot users, offering free, unlimited access to Voice and Think Deeper, powered by OpenAI’s o1 model. Continue reading “Microsoft Copilot now offers unlimited free access to Voice and Think Deeper for all users”

Microsoft Muse generative AI model for gaming unveiled

Microsoft on Wednesday introduced Muse, its first generative AI model for video game creation. Developed by the Microsoft Research Game Intelligence and Teachable AI Experiences (Tai X) teams with Xbox Games Studios’ Ninja Theory, Muse introduces the World and Human Action Model (WHAM). Continue reading “Microsoft Muse generative AI model for gaming unveiled”

Microsoft Surface Pro and Surface Laptop Copilot+ PCs for Business with Intel Core Ultra processors announced

Microsoft on Thursday announced updates to its Surface for Business Copilot+ PC lineup, introducing new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models equipped with the latest Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2). Continue reading “Microsoft Surface Pro and Surface Laptop Copilot+ PCs for Business with Intel Core Ultra processors announced”

Microsoft adds DeepSeek R1 to Azure AI Foundry and GitHub

Microsoft on Wednesday introduced DeepSeek R1 to its extensive model catalog on Azure AI Foundry and GitHub, adding to a collection that now exceeds 1,800 models. These models span from frontier and open-source to industry-specific and task-based AI solutions. Continue reading “Microsoft adds DeepSeek R1 to Azure AI Foundry and GitHub”

Microsoft extends iPhone support in Windows 11 Start menu

Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 users can now access iPhone features directly from the Start menu, similar to what was previously available for Android devices. Continue reading “Microsoft extends iPhone support in Windows 11 Start menu”

Microsoft finally starts rolling out Recall feature preview for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft is finally previewing its controversial Recall feature with Windows Insiders using Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. Starting today, the company is rolling out the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.2415 (KB5046723), which enables Recall (Preview) and Click to Do (Preview) AI features.

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Microsoft introduces Windows 365 Link cloud PC device

Microsoft on Tuesday introduced Windows 365 Link, a purpose-built device designed to connect securely to Windows 365 Cloud PCs in seconds. This launch marks a significant step in Microsoft’s cloud computing journey, building on the introduction of Windows 365 and its Cloud PC category in 2021. Continue reading “Microsoft introduces Windows 365 Link cloud PC device”

Microsoft rolls out generative AI Tools to Paint and Notepad for Windows Insiders

Microsoft has announced the rollout of new AI-powered features in Paint and Notepad for Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels on Windows 11. Continue reading “Microsoft rolls out generative AI Tools to Paint and Notepad for Windows Insiders”

Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 24H2 update with new features

Microsoft has begun rolling out the Windows 11, version 24H2 update to Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11 users. Continue reading “Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 24H2 update with new features”

Microsoft Xbox gets new accessibility devices – Adaptive Joystick, 3D Printable Thumbstick Toppers and more

Microsoft has announced three new accessibility devices and 3D printable files for adaptive thumbstick toppers, expanding options for Xbox gamers. Continue reading “Microsoft Xbox gets new accessibility devices – Adaptive Joystick, 3D Printable Thumbstick Toppers and more”

Microsoft rolls out unified Teams app for work, personal, and education accounts

Microsoft has announced the launch of a unified Teams app that integrates work, personal, and education accounts into a single platform. Previously, users had separate Teams apps for work or education and another for personal use. Continue reading “Microsoft rolls out unified Teams app for work, personal, and education accounts”

Microsoft expands FAT32 partition size limit to 2TB in Windows 11

Microsoft has updated the FAT32 partition size limit in Windows 11 with the release of Insider Preview Build 27686 for the Canary Channel. Continue reading “Microsoft expands FAT32 partition size limit to 2TB in Windows 11”