Microsoft stories - Page 170
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.
Sun not yet set on Microsoft's Windows XP support threat
Sat, 18th Jan 2014
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Microsoft has extended support for Windows XP until July, but has stressed that it is not a supported operating system.
Xbox launches military feel to new-look Titanfall controller
Thu, 16th Jan 2014
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One of the many positives surrounding a big game release is the limited edition gaming gear that comes with it and Titanfall proves to be no exception.
Windows 9 in line as Microsoft drops Windows 8 flops?
Wed, 15th Jan 2014
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Microsoft plans to drop the Windows 8 name and brand its next release as Windows 9 in an attempt to distance itself from the Windows 8 failure.
Yet another Windows executive leaves Microsoft...
Tue, 14th Jan 2014
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Following on from Jon DeVaan's Microsoft retirement earlier this week, Redmond's head of software testing has also cut his losses.
AMD and BlueStacks Collaboration Brings Full Android OS Experience to Windows PCs
Wed, 8th Jan 2014
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AMD teams with BlueStacks to integrate full Android OS experience into Windows PCs, offering seamless app usage and enhanced gaming.
PS4 sales surpass 4 million consoles
Wed, 8th Jan 2014
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Sony's PS4 outstrips Xbox One with over 4.2 million sales, soaring past its rival by 1.2 million units as demand continues to exceed supply.
Xbox One sales top 3 million mark
Tue, 7th Jan 2014
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Since the Xbox One launched in 13 countries on November 22 last year, the console has sold over three million units.
Microsoft’s new CIO gets down to business
Mon, 6th Jan 2014
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Jim DuBois steps up as Microsoft's new CIO, set to lead IT initiatives aiming to innovate and support its global customer base and workforce.
Into the Dead now available for Windows 8.1 and Windows Phone
Sun, 5th Jan 2014
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Game publisher PikPok has announced that their original title, Into the Dead, is now available for Windows 8.1 and Windows Phone.
Microsoft triggers hi-tech rat trap build among students
Fri, 27th Dec 2013
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Waikato students craft innovative rat trap system, 'Ohiti', using Microsoft tech, aiding kiwi conservation efforts in a successful trial.
Ryse: Son of Rome releases “Colosseum Pack” add-on
Thu, 19th Dec 2013
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Microsoft and Crytek release the Colosseum Pack add-on for Ryse: Son of Rome, offering new arenas, skins, and thrilling level events in Gladiator Mode.
Microsoft NZ: Trends in workforce mobility
Thu, 19th Dec 2013
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We’ve all seen it – employees working at home, individuals working on laptops and tablets in cafés, workers triaging emails on their mobile phone.
10, 9, 8, 7, wait, is Ballmer still here…?
Thu, 19th Dec 2013
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Redmond will ring in the New Year with Steve Ballmer still in the Microsoft hot-seat, with the tech giant not set to appoint a new CEO until early 2014.
Quickflix new pay-per-view movie service comes to Xbox 360
Wed, 18th Dec 2013
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Quickflix launches pay-per-view on Xbox 360 in NZ, offering new release movies to Gold members, expanding its entertainment range.
Synnex rewards customers with Microsoft device bundles
Wed, 18th Dec 2013
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Synnex delights customers with triumphant Microsoft device bundles, featuring Surface Pros and Xbox Ones, for top spenders on Redmond tech.
Helpouts… a killer app for Video Collaboration?
Tue, 17th Dec 2013
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Google's Helpouts could revolutionise video collaboration, offering real-time advice from professionals on any device, for anyone.
Revera joins Microsoft Cloud OS Network
Tue, 17th Dec 2013
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Revera set to lead Microsoft's Cloud OS Network in New Zealand, offering hybrid cloud solutions to public sector with local expertise.
Surface 2: Go leaner and meaner this Xmas…
Mon, 16th Dec 2013
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Surface 2 gears up to be the Kiwi's festive favourite: sleeker, swifter and lighter, blending work and leisure effortlessly.
Microsoft: Kiwis beware, of World Cup cyber scare...
Fri, 13th Dec 2013
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Kiwis heading to the FIFA World Cup warned by Microsoft to guard against cyber scams in cybercrime hotspot Brazil.
Microsoft NZ: Windows 8.1 reaches over 130,000 apps
Thu, 12th Dec 2013
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Microsoft NZ cheers as Windows 8.1's app store hits 130,000+ apps, highlighting the OS's growing popularity and new features.