HEXUS.net - Microsoft

Xbox One keyboard and mouse support arrives on Wednesday

12 November 2018, 13:01

And Razer promises some specially designed peripherals for launch at the CES 2019.

7

Microsoft acquires Obsidian and inXile Entertainment

12 November 2018, 11:01

Probably best known for Fallout: New Vegas and Wasteland 2, respectively.

16

Amazon launches Alexa for Windows 10 PCs

9 November 2018, 13:31

Available in UK, US, and Germany, the app doesn’t support hands-free mode on many PCs.

21

Windows 10 v18277 improves Action Centre experience

8 November 2018, 13:11

Plus this latest Insider Preview evolves Focus Assist, and prepares for Emoji 12.

18

Microsoft prototypes e-ink smartphone display cover

30 October 2018, 12:01

This 3mm thick flip cover shows an alternative way to design a dual-screen device.

5

Steam Play Linux compatibility list grows a hundredfold

30 October 2018, 11:01

Launched in August with 27 games compatible, Proton now boasts 2,674 working games.

8

Microsoft Research designs Project xCloud controllers

29 October 2018, 14:01

Envisions an ergonomic and versatile modular controller for tablets and smartphones.

1

Microsoft enjoys record quarter thanks to Azure and Gaming

25 October 2018, 13:05

And all three of Microsoft's operating groups boasted double-digit growth.

2

Windows 10 19H1 allows removal of more pre-installed apps

19 October 2018, 12:13

And updated Spectre and Meltdown software patches reduce perf impacts to 'noise level'.

37

Samsung Galaxy Book2 is coming soon, priced from $999

19 October 2018, 11:11

This is a Windows 10 always connected 2-in-1 powered by the 10nm Snapdragon 850.

13

Microsoft readies Dictation for Word and OneNote Online

16 October 2018, 13:51

In addition to AI-powered inking in Word and PowerPoint announced earlier this month.

2

Gartner: Microsoft enters top 5 PC vendors in the US

12 October 2018, 11:31

PC sales flat compared to a year ago. There are worries of impacts from the Intel chip shortage.

1

Microsoft fixes known issues in Windows 10 October 2018 Update

10 October 2018, 13:11

So it has now started to re-enable the Update rollout for its Windows Insider community.

17

Microsoft reveals Project xCloud games streaming service

9 October 2018, 12:11

Promises “console quality games on any device” using its custom Azure datacentre blades.

6

Windows 10 update rollout paused due to user file deletion

8 October 2018, 09:31

After multiple reports of Documents, Music, Pictures, and Videos files being deleted.

16

Nvidia highlights arrival of support for Microsoft DXR

3 October 2018, 13:01

Providing an industry standard to make use of its RTX hardware in DirectX 12.

23

Windows 10 October 2018 Update roll out plans revealed

3 October 2018, 11:01

Real-time feedback will be used to smooth process. Or you can download it today, direct.

14

Microsoft launches Surface Pro 6, Surface Laptop 2

3 October 2018, 10:01

And the most powerful Surface ever, the Surface Studio 2, arrives.

6

Valve releases Steam games controller stats

27 September 2018, 11:03

It looks like the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is a rising star amongst Steam PC gamers.

3

Xbox One mouse and keyboard support to debut at XO18

26 September 2018, 12:05

First compatible game will be Warframe. Your current wired(less) USB PC peripherals will work.

21

Microsoft introduces Surface Hub 2S and Hub 2X

25 September 2018, 15:01

Buyers of the Surface Hub 2S will be able to processor upgrade to the Hub 2X in 2020.

1

Microsoft Office 2019 released for Windows and Mac

25 September 2018, 10:01

On-premises Office adds best features introduced to Office 365 over the last 3 years.

6

WaitList.dat file secretly stores written snippets and much more

24 September 2018, 12:11

Windows 8/10 file might include scribbled down passwords, emails, and Office texts.

15

Windows 10 KB4100347 update breaks Broadwell-E overclocking

24 September 2018, 10:01

It is possible to uninstall this Spectre Variant 2 patch if you wish.

4

Nvidia shows off Metro Exodus RTX real-time extended demo

20 September 2018, 13:40

And the first 3DMark Dandia real-time raytracing video surfaces (Microsoft DXR API).

11

Ubuntu virtual machine available in Microsoft Hyper-V gallery

19 September 2018, 18:17

Ubuntu virtual machine now available in Microsoft Hyper-V gallery.

Microsoft Surface 2 laptop will offer few tech upgrades

17 September 2018, 11:41

But it will be available in an attractive black finish.

7

Microsoft tests third party browser 'warning' in Windows 10

13 September 2018, 12:21

Pop-up: "You already have Microsoft Edge – the safer, faster browser for Windows 10".

25

Microsoft Windows 7: orgs can pay for 3 more years of support

10 September 2018, 10:01

Corporate and institutional customers can pay to keep Win 7 secure until Jan 2023.

6

Windows 10 October 2018 Update announced by Microsoft

3 September 2018, 11:01

Again it will be a free update, and nearly 700 million Windows users will be eligible.

IFA 2018 12

QOTW: Who makes the best laptops?

31 August 2018, 16:31

There's plenty of choice, but do you have a favourite?

32

Steam Play adds Linux compatibility to 27 games

23 August 2018, 13:21

Includes a version of Wine, dubbed Proton. DirectX 11 and 12 games use Vulkan.

14

Microsoft Sticky Notes to sync with Android and iOS

20 August 2018, 12:01

But before that update the app will get a dark theme, a new formatting bar, and other tweaks.

0

Complete Microsoft coverage from HEXUS

The news that matters to you, delivered direct to your inbox