Microsoft has started to display HoloLens, its first AR product at its flagship stores in New York. Unlike similar products developed by other competitors, the WiFi device has a very poor battery life. The tech giant is working to transform the device devoid of such shortcomings and expects to make it available in the first quarter of the current year.
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Android: Skype for Android added new features making it easier to schedule calls and open Office files
Skype aims to help users be more productive with the two new features for Skype for Android. With these new features, users can easily schedule calls and open Office files. Microsoft has been improving their apps, including its popular Skype to perform better in various platforms.
Microsoft To Offer Voluntary Replacement of AC Power Cable For Surface Pro Tablets
The AC power cables linked to Microsoft’s Surface Pro tablets of selective three generations pose fire risks due to overheating. Though a limited number of overheating issues have been reported, Microsoft is taking no risks and going to recall for a global voluntary replacement. Details on replacement procedure will be furnished in the Microsoft website sometimes later this week, possibly on Friday.
Child Labor: Major device makers including Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft were reportedly involved
The child labor reported is taking place in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in cobalt mines. The estimation says that about 40,000 children are working for the mines. Companies listed in the report gave various responses following the accusations.
Microsoft will Launch Lumia 650 on 1 February 2016
Microsoft is reportedly gearing up to launch its third and final Lumia handset on 1 February in the form of the cheap and cheerful Lumia 650.
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Skype has finally announced the addition of its long-awaited feature - free group video calls. This will be available for all Android, Windows and iOS mobile phones. The application is said to support around 25 participants in a group video call.
Microsoft is planning to bring its Windows Phone keyboard Word Flow to the iPhone, and is now recruiting iPhone users to test a beta version of the software.
Microsoft is finally moving on from Internet Explorer 8, 9 and 10, with exceptions of certain aging Windows updates. The software giant has rolled out the Edge, an improved version of the Explorer, and urges its users to make the switch swiftly, for a continued and, most importantly, secure relationship.
The new Microsoft band 2 is now having a $50 discount since it can now be purchased in Amazon for $200 from its original $250 price. This wearable has ton of improvements over its precursor.
Microsoft's intelligent personal assistant Cortana is now available for Android users, although Cortana for Android does not have much capability compared to its Windows counterpart.
Microsoft to release its new flagship, the Surface Phone, in 2016. Published reports state its specs and features, but Microsoft has no say yet on the details of the new device.
Remedy Entertainment’s Quantum Break takes pride on its stunning visuals as its footage shall be revealed on the upcoming Game Awards 2015, prior to its 2016 release.
Developers of Scalebound revealed game updates and possible release dates. While no official release date has been revealed yet, Scalebound is expected to be released to the shelves on the fourth quarter of the year 2016.
Despite of unofficial sales data which seems disappointing, Square Enix and Microsoft are still happy with Rise of the Tomb Raider
