Let’s be honest: Microsoft has a long tradition of renaming things just when you’ve finally remembered what they were called. But this time, the rebranding from Office 365 Personal/Home to Microsoft 365 Single/Family isn’t just about slapping on a new label—it’s a whole new era of personal productivity.
Over the past few months, Microsoft has overhauled its Edge browser to provide a more modern and user-friendly experience. According to Microsoft’s official blog, there are many reasons to give the new Microsoft Edge a try. In this post, we will explore key improvements that make it worth a closer look, especially if you value performance, privacy, and smoother everyday browsing.
When the world stopped spinning the usual way in early this year, the way we worked changed overnight. Suddenly, millions of people found themselves telecommuting, Zooming, Teaming, and turning their living rooms into makeshift workspaces. What felt temporary at first, quickly turned into the new normal and with it came both opportunities and chaos.
There’s a simple rule in IT: If you ignore lifecycle dates, sooner or later, they’ll catch up with you. And today is one of those moments.
As of January 14, 2020, Microsoft officially ends support for Office 365 ProPlus on several older Windows versions. Why? To ensure customers get the best experience from both Office and Windows.
Back in the good old Skype for Business days, we had a handy little feature: the secondary ringer. You could set your PC speakers to chime even if your headset was plugged in, giving you the freedom to roam without missing a ping. When Microsoft Teams took over, that feature went missing for a while—but now it’s back, and better than ever.
Most of us live in Outlook all day. Email, calendar, tasks, contacts—it’s our command center. But what about when you’re away from your desk? That’s where Outlook mobile steps in. And trust me, this isn’t just a slimmed-down version of your desktop app. It’s a finely tuned productivity engine—designed for your pocket, not just ported to it.
I get it—the “unlimited” headline sounded great. But now, Microsoft dialed OneDrive back to something more sustainable: Office 365 Home/Personal plans settle at 1 TB per user, and free OneDrive accounts move from 15 GB to 5 GB. The popular camera-roll bonus is also going away.
Microsoft’s “Send” app reimagined email as ultra-light chat: no subjects, no signatures—just quick messages that land in your regular Outlook inbox. Built for iPhone and Office 365, it aimed to cut clutter, speed up teamwork, and make “got a sec?” replies painless. A small experiment with a big idea: make email feel instant.
Microsoft’s Continuum for phones is one of the most exciting ideas to come out of Build 2015. Plug a Windows 10 smartphone into a monitor, keyboard, and mouse, and it transforms into a desktop-like experience powered by universal apps. In this article, I explore what that means for users, developers, and the future of device strategy.
Yesterday, January 29, 2015, was a bustling day for Microsoft’s mobile services. While the release of the new Outlook for iOS app grabbed the spotlight, Microsoft also rolled out a significant update to OneDrive for iOS, one that will particularly delight anyone using an iPhone or iPad to capture life’s moments. Let’s dive into what’s new, why it matters for photo-happy users, and where Microsoft’s cloud strategy fits into the picture.
As Windows 8 approaches its official launch date of October 26, 2012, anticipation is building across the tech world. Microsoft has already shipped the RTM (Release to Manufacturing) version to OEM partners, meaning PC manufacturers are busily preparing new systems for the big day. Even more exciting, supposed images of the retail box design for Windows 8 have surfaced online, giving us a glimpse of a minimalist aesthetic that reflects the clean, modern look of the brand-new Start Screen and Metro-inspired interface.
If you’ve been using Microsoft’s online services, formerly known as Windows Live, you’ve likely noticed some changes lately. In an effort to unify its ecosystem, Microsoft is embracing the Metro design familiar from Windows Phone 7 and the Windows 8. This shift is more than just a fresh coat of paint: it represents Microsoft’s strategy to create a cohesive, touch-friendly user experience across all its platforms.
