A Microsoft AI division engineer has a salary of around PHP 1.7 million per month
Microsoft’s commitment to artificial intelligence (AI) has been evident in its recent investments and product development. As the company continues to expand its AI capabilities, it’s also ensuring that its AI division employees are adequately compensated. A leaked spreadsheet obtained by Business Insider has shed light on the salary range for software engineers in Microsoft’s AI […]
Microsoft Windows Crowdstrike update: Laptops crashing, widespread blue screen of death
Worldwide Microsoft Windows outage has struck. Companies, institutions, media groups, and casual users are affected. Is your laptop crashing? Did you just encounter a blue screen of death (BSOD)? You might be a victim of the latest technical issue delivered by the Crowdstrike update on Microsoft Windows. Many Windows users have experienced laptop crashes or […]
Microsoft to expand Windows-on-ARM options with MediaTek chipset
Microsoft is ramping up its efforts to make Windows-on-ARM a mainstream choice. Following the recent launch of Snapdragon X laptops from various manufacturers, the company is collaborating with MediaTek to develop an alternative chipset. MediaTek’s Approach: Efficiency and Flexibility This new chip will leverage standard ARM cores, accelerating development compared to the Qualcomm Snapdragon X which utilizes custom-designed […]
Microsoft is planning to buy Valve for $16 billion, rumor says
Persistent rumors regarding potential acquisitions of Valve, the developer behind iconic franchises like Half-Life and Portal, have resurfaced. This time, Microsoft is the alleged suitor, reportedly preparing a $16 billion offer that would likely encompass the Steam Store, the dominant PC gaming platform. From Microsoft’s perspective, the acquisition presents a compelling strategic opportunity. Their desire to establish a foothold in the handheld market […]
Microsoft’s new Xbox mobile gaming store is launching in July
After years of rumors, Microsoft is finally launching its long-awaited Xbox mobile gaming store in July. Unveiled at the Bloomberg Technology Summit, Xbox president Sarah Bond revealed the strategy to bypass Apple’s App Store restrictions. Focusing on Freedom and Familiarity The store will initially feature Microsoft’s own mobile game powerhouses like Candy Crush Saga and Minecraft. Launching as […]
Spotted: Microsoft Surface Pro 10 OLED powered by 10-core Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM
Get ready for the new Surface device and the sidekick of the Snapdragon X Elite CPU, unveiling this May. A new revolution in mobile computing is happening this year and it’ll be started by two tech giants. Microsoft is busy prepping the next Windows version for the ARM event, while Qualcomm is gearing up the […]
Microsoft unbundles Teams from Office globally, following EU lead
In a move likely aimed at appeasing antitrust regulators worldwide, Microsoft is now selling Teams as a standalone product separate from Office 365 and Microsoft 365 subscriptions. This follows a similar decision implemented in the European Economic Area and Switzerland last year. Previously bundled with these productivity suites since 2017, Teams will now require a […]
Microsoft sticks its tongue out at Apple with futuristic tongue gestures patent
Microsoft has unveiled a patent that takes human-computer interaction to a whole new level: tongue gestures. While Apple’s VisionOS boasts impressive in-air hand controls, Microsoft’s patent envisions a future where you manipulate your computer using your tongue. This innovative patent, reported by Patently Apple, proposes using an inertial sensor to detect tongue movements. Machine learning […]
Windows 11 to Drop Android App Support in 2025
In October 2021, Microsoft introduced the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA), allowing Windows 11 to run Android apps. It functioned on both x86-64 and ARM processors, despite the dominance of ARM in most modern Android devices. According to an updated Microsoft Learn page, WSA will reach its end-of-support date on March 5, 2025. Users can […]
Android phones now work as webcams on Windows 11 (Beta)
The latest enhancement in the Windows Insider program introduces a valuable feature – the capability to utilize your Android phone or tablet as a webcam. For Windows 11 users enrolled in the Insider program, this means the convenience of employing any Android device running 9.0 and above as a webcam during video conferencing sessions. To […]
Windows App: A unified access across ALL Windows devices and apps
Microsoft has unveiled the Windows App, a versatile tool that enables seamless connectivity to Windows devices and apps across various platforms. With this app, users can effortlessly access Windows 365, Microsoft Dev Box, Remote Desktop Services, Azure Virtual Desktop, and remote PCs, all from a single, user-friendly interface. Unparalleled Cross-Platform Compatibility The Windows App boasts […]
Windows 12 Release Date Possibly Leaked by Intel
The release date of Windows 12 may have recently been leaked and could make its way to computers in the near future Windows 12 is anticipated to be the successor to Windows 11, which was launched in October 2021, featuring visual enhancements to elements like the taskbar, Windows Explorer, and the introduction of widget support. […]
Microsoft has ended free upgrade for Windows 7/8 users to Windows 10 and 11
This means that if you are still using Windows 7 or Windows 8, you will need to purchase a new Windows 10 or Windows 11 license in order to upgrade Microsoft has finally closed the loophole that allowed users to upgrade to Windows 10 and 11 for free from Windows 7 and 8. Microsoft initially […]
Windows Paint is now a more powerful image editor with layers and transparency support
Following the introduction of the one-click background removal feature, the Windows Paint application is set to receive new capabilities, including the addition of layers and transparency. However, it’s important to note that these features won’t be immediately available to all users. They are currently in the testing phase within the Canary and Dev Channels, specifically […]
Biggest leak in Xbox history reveals digital Xbox series X, next-gen console, games, and more
Leaked court documents shows Microsoft’s plans for its next-gen console, a mid-gen refresh to the Xbox Series X and S, and upcoming games. Some of the important points from this article are that Microsoft is planning an all-digital Xbox Series X, a refreshed Xbox Series X and S, and a new controller. The leak also […]
Pricey Microsoft combat goggles for the US Army fielding in 2025
The US Army lets Microsoft enhance soldiers in the battlefield using mixed reality training in IVAS. Microsoft continues its augmentation plan for the US Army with the help of AI. The two entered an agreement to let the tech giant develop advanced mixed reality goggles designed for combat. It was reported in January when the […]
Xbox exploit allows hackers to ban Xbox accounts, Microsoft says otherwise
Microsoft has refuted claims that hackers can use a third-party tool to permanently ban Xbox user accounts. The company said that only reports that have been reviewed by the Xbox Safety Team and in violation of their Community Standards will result in an enforcement action such as suspension or an account ban The claims of […]
Microsoft announces enhanced Bing and Edge powered by OpenAI
Microsoft is now updating its Edge browser and Bing search engine with OpenAI’s infrastructure to provide you with condensed responses to your precise search questions Even though Bing now provides more accurate results for straightforward queries, the traditional search results page will still be available. Users can even ask Bing to rewrite code in another […]
Six smartphone gimmicks that have either failed or got absolete
In the constantly evolving world of smartphone technology, manufacturers often try to differentiate their products by adding new and innovative features; however, not all of these features are successful Remember those curved phones like the LG G-Flex? How about the whole Red Hydrogen One 3D function? Maybe a screen and e-ink combo found in Cherry […]
Our picks for some of the weirdest smartphones of the last decade
Need some weirdness in your life? Well, take a look at some of these smartphones that defines the word “weird” for better, or for worse But before we go to the list, let’s sort this out first: what defines a weird smartphone? A “weird smartphone” is generally considered to be a device that deviates from […]
With two screen sizes and a 12th generation Intel CPU, presenting… the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
Microsoft is on a roll here, at least in their laptop division. The smartphones, hmmm… Microsoft also unveiled the Surface Laptop 5 in addition to the Surface Pro 9 and Surface Studio 2+. It weighs about 1.29kg and is a slim, portable notebook. It has a 14.5mm thickness. The Surface Laptop 5 is available in […]
