Tag: Microsoft
Microsoft introduces eye-controlled games for those with mobility problems
Microsoft has introduced games for Windows 10 that can be controlled by players’ eyes in a bid to help people with speech and mobility difficulties. Microsoft has reinvented four classic games, which use eye-tracking technology to detect the direction players wish to turn as part of an Eyes First initiative. Paired with a compatible eye-tracker…
Microsoft resumes sales of Huawei laptops online
Laptops made by Huawei have reappeared on the Microsoft online store after they were removed in the wake of a US executive order which cracked down on the Chinese company. Last month, President Donald Trump issued an order which effectively banned Huawei from trading with any US companies. The restrictions saw Google announce it would…
Through ExamSnap to a Career of Microsoft Solutions Architect
Are you planning to become a solutions architect one of these days? Lucky you, you’re on the right page! In this article, you will gain important insights on how to dive into a solutions architect journey. It’s not a walk in the park, yes, but everything is achievable with preparation! But before we get to…
Xbox confirms Project Scarlett console will launch in 2020
Microsoft has confirmed its next Xbox console will launch at the end of next year, claiming it is the “most powerful and highest-performing console” the company has ever made. The video games giant revealed the new device, currently known as Project Scarlett, will be released alongside a new game from its popular Halo franchise. The…
Microsoft to open first UK store in London in July
The first Microsoft Store in the UK will open its doors in London on July 11, the computing giant has announced. A bricks and mortar presence in the country has been in the pipeline for several years, where devices such as Surface, Xbox, PC gaming and HoloLens mixed-reality will be available alongside Windows and Office products. The…
Microsoft and Sony agree games streaming deal
Microsoft and Sony have agreed a deal to work together on video games streaming services, despite the two companies being bitter rivals in the industry. The two gaming giants have announced the signing of “memorandum of understanding” which could to see Sony use Microsoft’s Azure cloud service to host current and future PlayStation streaming services.…
Microsoft issues urgent Windows XP patch to prevent WannaCry-style attack
Microsoft has issued a critical Windows update to older machines to prevent a vulnerability which could allow attacks to spread in a similar way to WannaCry. The computing giant has taken the drastic and unusual step of providing a fix to systems it no longer supports, including Windows XP – its popular operating system released…
Microsoft unveils ElectionGuard security tools at Build Developer Conference
Microsoft has unveiled tools it claims can help make elections more secure by improving security around voting. At its annual Build Developer Conference in Seattle, the technology giant unveiled software designed to make electronic voting machines more secure. The firm also announced a new version of its Microsoft 365 software – which enables users to…
Microsoft increases space needed on PCs to install latest Windows 10 update
Some Windows 10 users will be forced to double the amount of space on their PC to install future updates, as Microsoft has increased the amount of storage required to install its newest software. Previously, more powerful machines running on 64-bit needed 20GB free on their hard drive, while 32-bit devices needed a minimum of…
Office and cloud boost Microsoft income and profits in first quarter
Microsoft has reported strong growth in its latest quarterly financial results thanks to continued cloud uptake in the commercial sector and an increase in people subscribing to its Office 365 products. In the three months to the end of March, the computing giant saw a boost in revenue, operating income and net profit compared with…
