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Here is the thing, while users can already use the free version of Office online with Google Chrome, what Microsoft is doing is just making it a bit easier for customers to get to the apps and creating new documents by adding Word Online, Excel Online (available soon), PowerPoint Online, and OneNote Online to the Chrome App launcher. Changing gears, but while in the same topic, Microsoft is also announcing more changes coming to the free version of Office on the web browser:...

One of the steps to achieve a consistent experience across devices involves having the so called Universal apps. We have seen many of them, but there are a ton that have yet to be updated to work on a phone and desktop. However, we have to be realistic on the fact that Windows 10 has only been out for several months and Windows 10 Mobile is just started rolling out with the availability of the Lumia 950, Lumia 950 XL, and Lumia 550....

The message reads, “Get up to 50% off. For a limited time, get up to 50% on genuine Microsoft 365 subscriptions,” and the landing page claims that “Pirated software exposes your PC to security threats,” and explains that it could expose the device to virus and malware attacks, data corruption and file loss, and inability to receive critical updates or edit files. The unusual promotional offer will get you the Microsoft 365 Family subscription from $99....

On Friday, July 24th, the company reissue the updates, but without any updated documentation, however users seem to be able to install them, and now the company is also sharing details on what’s included in these releases. Surface Pro 3 Surface Pro 3 receives System Hardware Update – 7/23/2015, which adds the following to Windows 10 only: HD Graphics Family driver update (v10.18.15.4248) improves graphics performance and stability on Windows 10....

According to the report, Microsoft is ordering 1.5-inch displays from different manufacturers, and it is planning to make available the smartwatch with interchangeable bands in different colors (blue, red, yellow, black, white, and gray) and the outside housing will be made of Oxynitride Aluminium, an aluminum material that is 80% transparent, 4x harder than glass, and strong as sapphire. The first prototypes were designed by the accessories subdivision team at Xbox, but The Verge reports that the company has decided to move the project to the Surface team, which could indicate that the upcoming watch could be under the “Surface” brand name, e....

The company appears to be working on a small dongle, similar to the Google Chromecast device, to stream Xbox content with support for the Xbox One controller. It’s also likely that the device may also be able to stream Xbox One games from the main console to other devices around the house, similar to the game streaming feature in the Xbox app for Windows 10. Then there is a second device, which according to the report will be a streaming device with more advanced functionality....

Although you can make Chrome, Firefox, Brave, or any other browser the default, Microsoft still forces you to use Microsoft Edge to open certain links, such as those from Windows Search, News, Widgets dashboard, and many other places. The Brave browser, Mozilla, and the EdgeDeflector tool managed to get around this restriction. However, Microsoft quickly responded, saying that workarounds that manipulate system features are improper and they will get blocked....

The theme is available at no cost to set as background images only on devices running Windows 10. If the wallpapers rotate too often, after setting up the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background, use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency. You can find more great themes in the Themes and Wallpapers for Windows 10 section. To install the National Geographic Underwater theme, use the download link below, click the Get button in the Microsoft Store, click the Apply button, and then select the wallpaper collection from the “Themes” settings page to apply it....

Even though Microsoft still have a hard time trying to gain some market share from Google, the software giant is pushing his own innovation providing something different to the traditional search. The new design on Bing looks more than great; it works as a solid product and all the new features are very useful. For the moment it is only available in United States, though this is not going to stop anyone who wants to a look at it, just change your region settings and the new UI will be revealed to you....

Although, you need to have a Lumia device with the latest Black update, in order to stack settings and apps, you also have to install the App Folder add-on which you can easily download now from the Windows Phone Store. Gallery For now only the Lumia 1020 and 925 can take advantage of folders in Windows Phone 8, other Lumia models will be able to get the functionality in the coming weeks....

During the Oculus press event in San Francisco, Microsoft’s Phil Spencer, head of the Xbox team, reveal the news. In addition the company also announced that Oculus Rift will work natively on Windows 10 and will allow Xbox One games to stream to the virtual reality headset as part of a new virtual cinema experience created by Oculus. — Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) June 11, 2015 Keep in mind that even though the Oculus Rift will come bundled with the Xbox One controller, the wireless adapter will require Windows 10 to make it all work....

But how about if you don’t need Office 365 and you need to purchase a retail version of Office 2013? This is the implantation that is causing users to think twice before buying the new suite, as the software giant is locking the Office 2013 license to only one PC. This basically means that you cannot uninstall Office and reinstall the software in a new PC, taking away the right to reassign the product key to a new computer you own, even though you uninstalled Office from the old computer....

With the latest update of Office, Android users can add Dropbox as an online storage location to save, edit and share Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents — all for free –. Previously, Microsoft required an Office 365 subscription in order to edit and save documents to OneDrive, but now we have a new Microsoft and a lot of things are changing these days. Making easier and stop having to send documents as email attachments, the latest update of Office for Android also brings improvements to OneDrive offering better sharing....

The improvements will come via an update to OneDrive sync app for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. The first improvement is for users running Windows 8.1 and Windows 7. The new update will bring the ability to import automatically photos from their phone, desktop, and inbox. Users will be able to simply connect the device such as a camera, USB drive, or external hard drive, and backup photos automatically to OneDrive....

The theme is available at no cost to set as background images only on devices running Windows 10. If the wallpapers rotate too often, after setting up the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background, use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency. You can find more great themes in the Themes and Wallpapers for Windows 10 section. To install the National Geographic Underwater theme, use the download link below, click the Get button in the Microsoft Store, click the Apply button, and then select the wallpaper collection from the “Themes” settings page to apply it....

Dive into the rainbow and the feeling of warmth of the spring with just a little of imagination and the easy download of these great images. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section and from the Windows Themes at Microsoft. Rainbow of Birds theme | Download All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk....

The new discount deal comes in celebration of the Windows 10 Anniversary Update arriving on August 2nd. “We’d like to make it easy for everyone to enjoy the great new features in the Anniversary Update. Our free Windows 10 upgrade offer is available until July 29, and we’re also excited to share a few additional special offers.” Microsoft Says. If a free Xbox One isn’t for you, you can also buy a Dell PC of $699 in value or more, and get a 32-inch Samsung TV ($319....

The firmware updates (via Neowin) are meant for devices running the Windows 10 May 2019 Update, version 1903, or later releases. Surface Pro 7 January 2020 update The following improvements are available for Surface Pro 7: Intel Control Logic – System devices 42.18362.3.11803: improves camera and associated system bugcheck performance. Intel Imaging Signal Processor 2500 – System devices 42.18362.3.11803: improves camera and associated system bugcheck performance. Surface Camera Front – System devices 42....

If you’ve been planning to change the look and feel of your Windows 10 desktop, Windows Insider MVP, Michael Gillet, has published the new set of default backgrounds that will come with the Surface Laptop 3 and Surface Pro 7. There are several images that you can download, and they’re all about natural landscapes with different shades of pick, gray, green, and blue that resemble a lot to the bliss wallpaper from the Windows XP era....

Knowing all the numbers is good, but everyone really likes to know what they are paying for. So here is the full tech specs for Surface Pro 2, which by the way will be available starting October 22, 2013 in U.S., Canada, and 21 other markets: SEE ALSO: Microsoft launches Surface 2: pricing, specs, and accessories Surface Pro 2 specs All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied....