Microsoft (MSFT) News – Page 102 of 234

Aug 17, 2015, 10:43 AM

Microsoft testing iOS app that reads 30-second news stories to you

Microsoft Bing is testing a new iOS app called NewsCast that uses text-to-voice technology to help users catch up on… Read More

Aug 15, 2015, 8:51 AM

Amazon’s secret drone site, Halo’s new rating, Avalara’s big move, and Sesame Street on HBO

This week on the GeekWire radio show: Behind the scenes of our search for Amazon’s secret drone site. Sesame Street… Read More

Aug 14, 2015, 9:33 AM

Microsoft says it’s ‘just getting started’ with NFL technology

To help honor the Super Bowl’s golden anniversary — Super Bowl 50 is this February — you can expect some trips… Read More

Aug 14, 2015, 8:40 AM

It’s back: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella takes the Ice Bucket Challenge for round two

Soaked CEOs in the summertime can only mean one thing: the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge is back. Earlier this month, the… Read More

Aug 13, 2015, 4:45 PM

Sony’s PS4 ousts Microsoft’s Xbox One for U.S. console, software sales in July

Sony’s PlayStation 4 again led the way for U.S. console sales in July, outselling Microsoft’s Xbox One for the third… Read More

Aug 12, 2015, 2:00 PM

Halo 5 gets ‘Teen’ rating for first time in series history

Each traditional game in the Halo series over the past several years has received a “Mature” rating from the ESRB.… Read More

Aug 12, 2015, 1:17 PM

Google Analytics adds support for Windows 10 and Edge, but charts are broken in Microsoft’s browser

We reported during the launch of Windows 10 that Google Analytics was not properly tracking the new Microsoft Edge browser… Read More

Aug 12, 2015, 11:47 AM

Microsoft’s Surface Hub delayed to next year amid manufacturing changes

Microsoft’s giant touchscreen computer, the Surface Hub, won’t ship until Jan. 1, according to an update posted on the company’s… Read More

Aug 12, 2015, 9:27 AM

Microsoft ditches the Start Menu again, but just for the Internet of Things

The latest version of Windows 10 ditches the Start Menu once again, but don’t worry: this time it’s only for… Read More

Aug 11, 2015, 3:32 PM

GeekWire Sports: How next-generation NFL stats will change the fan experience

With NFL training camps in full swing, GeekWire reporter Taylor Soper talks about the latest football technology news, including Microsoft’s use of next-generation stats… Read More

Aug 11, 2015, 7:00 AM

Seattle’s ‘most eligible’ single professionals discuss dating, offer advice for success

What’s the worst part of dating in Seattle? Do you like dating apps? Has the growth of Amazon.com and other tech… Read More

Aug 10, 2015, 10:57 PM

First Amazon, now Microsoft: Macklemore visits Redmond for private Windows 10 concert

It appears that Macklemore & Ryan Lewis are the band of choice for Seattle tech giants this summer. After performing… Read More

Aug 7, 2015, 2:54 PM

Microsoft will show ‘next-gen stats’ on NFL app thanks to RFID chips worn by players

You’ll be able to see how far and how fast some NFL players run during games this season on Microsoft’s NFL app… Read More

Aug 7, 2015, 2:16 PM

NFL testing new Microsoft technology this preseason as Surface Pro 3 makes football debut

The Surface Pro 3 has arrived on the NFL’s sidelines. During this year’s preseason games, which kick off next Thursday, the… Read More

Aug 7, 2015, 10:45 AM

Microsoft changes rules for board elections after activist shareholders ask for more say

Microsoft shareholders might see a few fresh faces on the ballot when it’s time to vote on the company’s board of directors next year.… Read More

Aug 7, 2015, 10:41 AM

This Wall Street guru likes Microsoft over Amazon in the cloud

Wall Street veteran Paul Meeks of Saturna Capital appeared on CNBC’s Squawk Alley Friday morning, sharing some interesting insights about… Read More

Aug 6, 2015, 5:49 PM

Here’s the catch: Xbox One’s new DVR feature only works with external hard drive, Windows 10 devices

Microsoft made a lot of Xbox One owners happy this week when it announced new DVR functionality coming to the game… Read More

Aug 5, 2015, 9:51 AM

Microsoft giving Seahawks fans free tickets, memorabilia for using Bing search engine

Microsoft is giving Seahawks fans a reason to use its search engine over competitors. Bing teamed up with Seattle’s professional football… Read More

Aug 5, 2015, 8:37 AM

Microsoft releases Sway storytelling app, plus new Windows 10 version

Ten months after unveiling Sway as a new member of its Office family, Microsoft is officially releasing the digital storytelling app… Read More

Aug 4, 2015, 10:58 AM

Microsoft wants a more diverse legal team, and it’s putting up $15M to make it happen

Microsoft announced an update to its Law Firm Diversity Program on Tuesday as it narrows its focus on bringing more… Read More

Aug 4, 2015, 8:05 AM

Microsoft unveils Xbox One DVR features, enabling recording and playback of free over-the-air TV

Xbox One owners will soon be able to use their game console to record and play back live television from… Read More

Aug 3, 2015, 4:09 PM

Heads up for Windows 10 users: Watch out for scam download emails

If you’re a PC user interested in upgrading to Windows 10 and have yet to receive your invite, disregard scam emails. Security experts… Read More

Aug 3, 2015, 9:34 AM

Nokia confirms $3B sale of HERE mapping technology to German automakers

Nokia confirmed late Sunday evening that it has agreed to sell its HERE mapping technology to a group of German automakers for… Read More

Aug 3, 2015, 7:36 AM

Microsoft’s latest acquisition lets sales teams operate like fantasy sports leagues

Microsoft has acquired the startup behind sales gamifaction platform FantasySalesTeam as it looks to bring fantasy sports-like competition to its Dynamics… Read More

Aug 3, 2015, 6:37 AM

Microsoft filing reveals phone division was missing internal targets prior to $7.5B write-down

A new Microsoft filing reveals previously undisclosed details about the company’s decision last month to upend its Phone Hardware division, cut up to 7,800 additional jobs and take a… Read More

Aug 1, 2015, 9:38 AM

Microsoft invests in Uber’s latest round, valuing ride-sharing company at $51B, report says

Looking to get a piece of one of the hottest startups on the planet, Microsoft is investing in ride-sharing giant… Read More

Jul 31, 2015, 3:40 PM

Appeals court sides with Microsoft in dispute with Google over Motorola patents

An appeals court on Thursday ruled in favor of Microsoft in a patent battle with Google, further cementing an emerging legal precedent… Read More

Jul 31, 2015, 3:26 PM

Brazilian team wins Microsoft Imagine Cup with online platform for custom-tailored clothes

A team from Brazil was named the world champion in the 2015 Microsoft Imagine Cup student technology competition this afternoon with… Read More

Jul 31, 2015, 8:14 AM

Windows 10 running on 14M devices after 24 hours, reaching nearly 4% of Windows annual shipments

Windows 10 was installed on 14 million devices in its first 24 hours in the wild, with plenty more upgrade reservations still waiting… Read More

Jul 30, 2015, 3:58 PM

Q&A: Microsoft VP Joe Belfiore on how Windows 10 has changed his own workflow

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Windows 10 may be new to the average user after it launched yesterday, but Microsoft vice president Joe… Read More