Microsoft Azure delivers market-leading innovations
REDMOND, Washington, Sept. 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuesday at AzureCon, Microsoft Corp. is announcing new solutions spanning containers, security, infrastructure and the Internet of Things (IoT) that enable organizations of all sizes to transform their business in today's mobile-first, cloud-fir...
Microsoft releases Office 2016
REDMOND, Wash., Sept. 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, Microsoft Corp. began the worldwide release of Office 2016. The apps are the latest addition to Office 365, Microsoft's cloud-based subscription service that helps people do their best work, together. The company also announced new an...
Microsoft expands global YouthSpark initiative to focus on computer science
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. announced on Wednesday a new commitment of$70 million in community investments over the next three years to increase access to computer science education for all youth, and especially for those from under-represented background...
Microsoft reinvents productivity with upcoming release of customer engagement solution
REDMOND, Washington, Sept. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp.
Windows 10 Upgrade Your World Initiative: Beagle Freedom Project wins; more chances to vote for your favorite nonprofits in 10 countries
REDMOND, Wash., Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced the winner of the 10th global nonprofit organization partner for the Upgrade Your World initiative, the Beagle Freedom Project. Microsoft also announced that people can vote via social media for a chance for their ...
Windows 10 available in 190 countries as a free upgrade
REDMOND, Wash., July 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. announced that Windows 10 will become available Wednesday as a free upgrade1 or with new PCs and tablets. Windows 10 includes innovations such as Cortana,2 an Xbox app and Microsoft Edge for a familiar, yet more personal and pr...
Microsoft to celebrate Windows 10 launch around the world on July 29
REDMOND, Washington, July 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday, Microsoft Corp. announced its plans to launch Windows 10 onJuly 29 with global fan celebrations, joint efforts with thousands of retailers, including all Microsoft store locations, a new global advertising campaign, and a new year-lon...
Computex 2015: Microsoft showcases new Windows 10 devices from partners and broadens the ecosystem opportunity
TAIPEI, June 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Wednesday during a keynote address at the Taipei International Convention Center,Nick Parker, corporate vice president OEM Division, Microsoft Corp., discussed how Windows 10 is enabling the next generation of devices and cloud-based solutions. Parker highligh...
The New Nokia 105 and Nokia 105 Dual SIM Help Give the World A Voice
REDMOND, Wash., June 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday announced the new Nokia 105 and Nokia 105 Dual SIM. Aimed at first-time mobile phone buyers, as well as people looking for a reliable backup device for their smartphone, the new Nokia 105 will enable more people to have...
Windows 10 available as a free upgrade on July 29
REDMOND, Wash., June 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- On Monday, Microsoft Corp. announced that Windows 10 will be availableJuly 29 in 190 countries. Windows 10 will help people be more productive and have more fun, with a personal and natural experience that works across all their devices. Familiar, ...
Microsoft Announces New Solutions To Empower IT Professionals
CHICAGO, May 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Monday at its first-ever Ignite Conference, Microsoft Corp. announced a range of new products and services that help IT professionals lead their companies in the new era of enterprise computing, including the next generation of Windows management, Microsoft O...
Microsoft empowers Windows, iOS, Android, Mac and Linux developers to reach billions of new customers
SAN FRANCISCO, April 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday
announced new features in Windows 10 and unveiled a set of software development
kits (SDKs) to help developers bring their code for the Web, .NET, Win32,
Android and iOS to Windows 10. At the company's annualBuild
Microsoft Introduces Lumia 540 Dual SIM: Crafted Details and Crisp, Clear HD for Under $150
REDMOND, Wash., April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday unveiled the Lumia 540 Dual SIM, designed for young, ambitious people looking for their first serious smartphone. The Lumia 540 Dual SIM features the latest Windows Phone 8.1 innovations and boasts a 5-inch HD displ...
Microsoft introduces Lumia 430: The most affordable Lumia smartphone
REDMOND, Wash., March 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Thursday unlocked the promise of smartphone ownership for many more people with the introduction of Lumia 430 Dual SIM, the latest addition to its affordable range of Lumia smartphones. Built with the latest Windows Phone 8.1 s...
Windows 10 to Launch This Summer In 190 Countries and 111 Languages Around the World
SHENZHEN, China, March 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Windows Hardware Engineering Community (WinHEC) summit on Wednesday,Terry Myerson, executive vice president of Windows, Microsoft Corp., announced that Windows 10 will launch in 190 countries and 111 languages around the world this summer. My...
Microsoft Lumia 640 and Lumia 640 XL: keeping you prepared for anything
BARCELONA, Spain, March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at Mobile World Congress 2015, Microsoft Corp. introduced Lumia 640 and Lumia 640 XL, two new smartphones that give people greater flexibility and freedom to choose when and where they get things done. Both phones are upgradeable to Windows 10...
Windows 10: A New Generation of Windows
REDMOND, Wash., Jan. 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday unveiled a new generation of Windows, with a wide range of experiences designed to usher in a new era of more personal computing, as well as two new devices designed to extend the Windows experience from large screens to n...
Digital divergence: Microsoft poll shows striking differences in attitudes toward technology between Internet users in developing and developed countries
DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- A survey of Internet users around the world conducted by Microsoft Corp. shows an overwhelming majority believes personal technology is making the world a better place to live and has vastly improved how they shop, work, learn and generally get th...
Microsoft Lumia 435 and Lumia 532: the most affordable Lumia devices to date
REDMOND, Wash., Jan. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday announced the Microsoft Lumia 435 and Lumia 532 smartphones, the most affordable Lumia devices to date. Offering the latest Windows Phone 8.1 capabilities at an incredible price, both Lumia 435 and Lumia 532 deliver smart...
Meet the new Nokia 215, Microsoft's most affordable Internet-ready phone
REDMOND, Wash., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Devices Group on Monday announced the Nokia 215, its most affordable Internet-ready phone. The Nokia 215 is designed to connect and introduce first-time mobile phone buyers to the Internet and new digital experiences. Available in both Sin...
