Microsoft stories - Page 167
Founded in Albuquerque in April 1975 by the famous duo of founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft is today one of the biggest global IT companies. More than five decades after its inception, the company is now the world's third most valuable enterprise by market cap.
Computer software, personal computers and consumer electronics are the core business of Microsoft, but the company is also focused on cloud computing services and video games as well.
Computer software, personal computers and consumer electronics are the core business of Microsoft, but the company is also focused on cloud computing services and video games as well.
Microsoft NZ: A year of reinvention
Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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Microsoft NZ charts a course of reinvention, embracing innovation and growth to match NZ's global scale ambitions and connect Kiwis better.
X marks the spot for game-changing Nokia
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Nokia launches new X series smartphones at Mobile World Congress 2014, aiming to capture affordable smartphone market share.
Microsoft ramps up Windows Phone commitment with new partners
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Microsoft has announced new partners and relaxed requirements for Windows Phone, according to industry analyst firm Ovum.
Should Kiwis buy Apple's iPad Air...?
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Apple’s iPad Air has charged to the top of the tablet review table in New Zealand, beating 27 other devices in a recent report compiled by Consumer NZ.
The Windows XP migration ship is sailing… SMBs, don’t miss the boat
Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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SMBs are finding the move from Windows XP to newer systems simpler than expected, dispelling upgrade myths and boosting productivity.
Nokia connects 'next billion' with 5 new smartphones...
Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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Nokia launches five affordable smartphones, including Nokia X series, at Mobile World Congress to connect the next billion users.
Defiant Microsoft kickstarts Windows Phone growth…
Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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Microsoft's Joe Belfiore believes 2014 is the year the company takes on its iOS and Android competition in the smartphone market.
Is Microsoft issuing 70% Windows price cuts?
Mon, 24th Feb 2014
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Microsoft to cut Windows 8.1 prices by 70% for low-cost PCs and tablets, aiming to challenge Chromebooks and boost market share.
Hands on with the Microsoft Surface 2...
Mon, 24th Feb 2014
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Microsoft's Surface 2 challenges Apple in the enterprise space, packing a productivity punch with Windows RT and Office 2013. Will it succeed?.
Review: Microsoft Surface Pro 2
Sun, 23rd Feb 2014
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Microsoft's Surface Pro 2 packs a punch, emerging as a viable business machine that rivals Ultrabooks, blending power with portability.
Microsoft looks ahead as OneDrive goes global
Fri, 21st Feb 2014
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Microsoft announces the global availability of OneDrive, advising existing SkyDrive customers that their files are ready in the new OneDrive experience.
Lightning Lab joins forces with Microsoft Ventures
Fri, 21st Feb 2014
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NZ's Lightning Lab teams up with Microsoft Ventures to supercharge local startups with unparalleled mentorship and resources.
Some things get better with age... Software doesn't
Wed, 19th Feb 2014
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As Microsoft ends support for Windows XP and Office 2003, businesses face significant security risks. Time to modernise with the latest tech.
Cyclone lists Microsoft Surface products in All of Government Catalogue
Wed, 19th Feb 2014
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Microsoft Surface products are now available through All of Government via the new Cyclone Catalogue, meeting growing demand from schools and agencies.
Satya Nadella - What's next for Microsoft?
Wed, 19th Feb 2014
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Satya Nadella, Microsoft's new CEO, faces challenges in reinventing the company for the digital era, says Gartner's Merv Adrian.
Microsoft inks Office 365 digital signature deal
Tue, 18th Feb 2014
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Microsoft reveals long-term strategic partnership to make DocuSign’s eSignature apps widely available from within Microsoft Office 365.
Ten Days of Ryse: Son of Rome Discounts
Tue, 18th Feb 2014
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ryse: son of rome
Get ready to return to ancient Rome in Ryse: Son of Rome's new add-on, Mars' Chosen Pack, featuring new maps and a brand-new cooperative Survival Mode.
Titanfall: single-player gaming in a multiplayer world
Tue, 18th Feb 2014
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A multiplayer game with single player aspirations, is Titanfall the must-have Xbox One experience that it EA Games and Microsoft are saying it is?.
New Wynyard Group hire accelerates Global Partner Program
Mon, 17th Feb 2014
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Wynyard Group appoints Caroline Cull as Partner Sales Director to spearhead the acceleration of its Global Partner Program, promising expanded sales reach.
Microsoft surpasses 200 million Windows 8 licences
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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Microsoft has sold over 200 million Windows 8 licences, doubling sales figures in a year, with focus on developing tablet apps.