Microsoft introduces new Windows 10 devices and experiences
Posted on 7-Oct-2015 11:23 News, Windows
Microsoft Corp. has finally unveiled new Surface, Lumia and Microsoft Band devices, taking advantage of powerful hardware to unlock new Windows 10 experiences, including fast and secured login with Windows Hello; new Cortana experiences that turn Windows 10 devices into a personal assistant; improved touch and pen experiences on Surface; and Continuum for phones, which enables the new Lumia 950 and 950 XL phones to work like PCs.
Microsoft Windows 10 brings devices and holograms together for seamless experience
Posted on 22-Jan-2015 10:18 News, Windows
Microsoft Corp. unveiled a new generation of Windows, with a wide range of experiences designed to usher in a new era of more personal computing, as well as two new devices designed to extend the Windows experience from large screens to no screens.
Microsoft showcases latest updates to Windows, opportunities for developers
Posted on 3-Apr-2014 12:18 News, Windows
Wednesday at Build 2014, Microsoft Corp.'s developer conference, the company announced several advances to Windows including Windows Phone 8.1, the availability of Windows 8.1 Update, a converged developer platform, and a $0 royalty licensing program for OEM and ODM partners developing smartphones and tablets with screens under nine inches.
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Preview available for download now
Posted on 27-Jun-2013 17:44 News, Windows
As part of the conference’s keynote speech, the company outlined the reach, design and economic opportunities for developers to build differentiated, touch-based apps for the Windows platform, including new developer tools and increased support.
Rugged Panasonic Toughpad tablet now runs Windows 8 Pro
Posted on 13-Mar-2013 09:51 News, Windows
Local Panasonic Toughbook distributor Comworth is announcing availability of the Toughpad FZ-G1, a 10.1-inch device loaded with Windows 8 Pro and an Intel Core i5 processor in a fully-rugged package.
Lenovo introduces new Windows 8 touch devices
Posted on 7-Jan-2013 13:12 News, Windows
Headlining the collection are new additions to the ultra-portable IdeaPad U Series Ultrabooks and the multimedia intensive IdeaPad Z Series laptops as well as new models of IdeaCentre all-in-one desktops, from the sleek A Series to the affordable and space-saving C Series.
Steven Sinofsky leaving Microsoft
Posted on 13-Nov-2012 20:25 News, Windows
Microsoft Corp. has announced that Windows and Windows Live President Steven Sinofsky will be leaving the company and that Julie Larson-Green will be promoted to lead all Windows software and hardware engineering.
Windows 8 launches, retail first in New Zealand
Posted on 26-Oct-2012 09:04 News, Windows
Microsoft's latest Windows operating system launched around the world, startting in New Zealand at midnight local time with new apps and range of hardware options.
HP unveils multitouch hybrid PC and ultrabooks
Posted on 30-Aug-2012 18:57 News, Windows
HP today announced three consumer notebooks featuring multitouch displays, including a hybrid PC that gives people more choice in how they access information.
Lenovo announces new ThinkPad Tablet 2 for Windows 8
Posted on 10-Aug-2012 11:16 News, Windows
Suited for commuting and in field scenarios, the tablet offers virtually anywhere connectivity and productivity with 3G and 4G wireless models including a Lenovo Mobile Access mobile plan in the USA.
Microsoft Announces Surface: New Family of PCs for Windows
Posted on 19-Jun-2012 11:45 News, Windows
Conceived, designed and engineered entirely by Microsoft employees, and building on the company’s 30-year history manufacturing hardware, Surface represents a unique vision for the seamless expression of entertainment and creativity.
Windows 8 Release Preview available now
Posted on 1-Jun-2012 07:45 News, Windows
This final pre-release includes Windows 8, Internet Explorer 10, new Windows 8 apps for connecting to Hotmail, SkyDrive, and Messenger (and many more), and hundreds of new and updated apps in the Windows Store.
