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For an overview of these changes, check out this video by Jon Friedman, our Chief Designer for Office. Here are some highlights from their post: “Office is used by more than a billion people every month, so while we’re excited about these changes, we also recognize how important it is to get things right. These updates are exclusive to Office.com and Office 365 – the always up-to-date versions of our apps and services. But they won’t happen all at once. Instead, over the next several months we will deploy new designs to select customers in stages and carefully test and learn. We’ll move them into production only after they’ve made it through rigorous rounds o…

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK and the United States. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/61f56b5486471aa3e41a25be6b263b9d-1024x578.jpg A few weeks ago, we unveiled the Xbox Adaptive Controller, a first-of-its-kind controller designed for gamers with limited mobility. To say we’ve been overwhelmed by the response is an understatement. The thoughts and sentiments that our fans shared have been thoughtful, heart-felt and emotionally moving. Introducing the Xbox Adaptive Controller to the w…

https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/bc820e8adaad9d547e28da15537cbdf0.gif It’s called Timeline, and it lets you go back in time to past activities you’ve worked on across your devices, so you can jump back into them like you never left. So, if you’re looking for a specific document, image, or video you worked on yesterday or a week ago, Timeline makes it even easier to find what you’re looking for. You can even pick up what you were doing on your iOS or Android device on your Windows 10 PC when you’re ready to get back to it. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/ca43f96058d9c4754d698fdbfc6b7dd1.gif Here’s what you can d…

https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/e3513ba58969b64c6c351e87e513b87f-1024x578.jpg With Father’s Day just around the corner and graduation season in full force, you won’t want to miss these steep discounts coming to Microsoft Store and other partner retailers this month! If your Dad or recent grad is a gadget geek, mark your calendar so you don’t miss out. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/3d08044c4cad6ff78a666b24496d464f-1024x576.jpg 1. Save up to $200 on select Surface Book 2 today through 6/16 in the US/PR. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/05cf62dc66fe11366d8a7f0ad8658033-1024x682.jp…

Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17686 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring in addition to those who opted in to Skip Ahead. What’s new in Build 17686 Improved Local Experience We have introduced a new Region page that allows overrides to default regional format settings such as Calendar, First day of the week, Dates, Times, and Currency. Please go to Settings App – Time & Language – Region and give it a try. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/b9a84fff3908063f29afad5dfd69616c-1024x653.jpg Local Experience Packs are Microsoft Store apps that deliver Windows display languag…

Today, ahead of E3, Dell announced they are updating their Inspiron Gaming Desktop, powered by Windows 10, with latest 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen processors (up to 8 core, 16-thread), providing gamers with strong performance at an accessible price. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/ad806ad790f912305ca46b614c0e2748-1024x578.jpg Here’s four things you can do with the Inspiron Gaming Desktop: Enjoy split-second responsiveness from the latest 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen processors (up to 8 core, 16-thread) Buy a game once and play it on both your Xbox One and Windows 10 PC with Xbox Play Anywhere. Optimize power consumption, task routing and clock speeds wit…

Satya Nadella recently shared our vision for the future of computing – one in which the intelligent edge and intelligent cloud create experiences where trusted technology is part of the fabric of our lives.Today at Computex 2018, joined by executives from Microsoft’s engineering, marketing and research teams, I had the opportunity to share what that vision means for our device partners. The opportunity to leverage artificial intelligence (AI), ubiquitous computing and Microsoft 365 multi-device and multi-sense experiences has never been greater. Together we can create new, compelling devices and experiences in the era of the intelligent edge and intelligent cloud. To a…

https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/46afe44c158bb39a2dea06c60fdaf2a5-1024x683.jpg Similar to the embedded devices that came before them, modern IoT devices are often used in places where physical servicing is difficult and expensive. For example, it’s expensive for an oil company to put a technician on a helicopter to service equipment on a platform at sea. As a result, commercial IoT devices need to be supported and in service for far longer than their consumer counterparts. Today at Computex 2018, we are excited to announce Windows 10 IoT Core Services. This offering will provide 10 years of support along with services to manage device up…

https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/06/aeed828b745d6de01a88e9e0d57c1a8c-1024x689.jpg Nick Parker, corporate vice president, Consumer and Device Sales and Roanne Sones, corporate vice president, Platforms, Microsoft Corp. on stage at Computex 2018 with the new the 70” Windows Collaboration Display from Sharp. Here are some of the highlights: “The opportunity to leverage AI, ubiquitous computing, Microsoft 365, multi-device and multi-sense experiences has never been greater. Together we can create new, compelling devices and experiences in the era of the intelligent edge and intelligent cloud. To accelerate innovation in this new era we invit…

Today at Computex 2018, ASUS announced a new ZenBook Pro series with an interactive ScreenPad, the ZenBook S – a new 13.3-inch ultraportable notebook built with military-grade durability – two new gaming laptops, a convertible laptop with a 360° display and more. Let’s take a closer look at these devices. ZenBook Pro series Click to view slideshow. The new ZenBook Pro Series is a family of high-performance laptops for professionals that introduces the ScreenPad – a new way to work and interact with your laptop. ScreenPad combines a touchpad with a high-resolution, full-color touchscreen, and is fully customizable to allow you to personalize their experience. …

Paint 3D is a built-in creative application that comes free with Windows 10*. You don’t need any design experience – Paint 3D makes it easy to customize models from the built-in 3D library or create 3D designs from scratch. Here’s a couple of tips for how you can get started quickly in creating in 3D. How to edit a 3D model The easiest way to get started is to start by searching our 3D library** for a model to edit and customize. Simply click on 3D Library and browse through our staff picks of top models or type in the search bar a model you are looking for. Click on the tile to import the 3D model into your project. You now have a fully rotatable 3D model th…

Today, we announced an agreement to acquire GitHub, the world’s leading software development platform. I want to share what this acquisition will mean for our industry and for developers. The era of the intelligent cloud and intelligent edge is upon us. Computing is becoming embedded in the world, with every part of our daily life and work and every aspect of our society and economy being transformed by digital technology. Developers are the builders of this new era, writing the world’s code. And GitHub is their home. As every industry – from precision medicine to precision agriculture, from personalized education to personalized banking – is being impacted by te…

Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17682 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring in addition to those who opted in to Skip Ahead. What’s new in Build 17682 Sets Improvements We’ve heard your feedback and have been hard at work updating the new tab page to make it more obvious you can launch apps. When you click the plus button in a Sets window, you will now see apps included in your frequent destinations list. You’ll also find that we’ve integrated the all apps list into this page so you can browse your apps, rather than just using the search box – apps that support Sets will launch into a tab when clicked. If…

We live in a time of both great opportunity and great responsibility. Our children have access to more information, entertainment and more ways to connect than ever before, but with that comes plenty of new things that parents like you and I need to worry about and new ways to distract their attention. Today, we are excited to introduce new features that make it easier and safer for families to interact with technology and, each other, across devices and platforms. https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/05/a2ce1ef6c7712bb4c25cdb992f1724c5-1024x682.jpg Creating tools and features that empower both parents and kids has always been an important part of…

https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/05/588960261918e40d6988cfdbd825fed6-1024x576.jpg The OMEN 15 laptop arrives with up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 graphics, 8th Generation Intel Core i+ H-series quad or six-core CPUs and stunning visuals on a 15.6-inch diagonal 144hz or 4k display. With Windows 10, this laptop also has simple, built-in Mixer streaming for low-latency, interactive moments for viewers and streamers to engage with other gamers, while Xbox Play Anywhere enables you to buy a game once and play it on both your Xbox One and Windows 10 PC. It’s also Xbox Adaptive Controller compatible, supporting accessible gaming towards connecting more ga…

Hello Windows Insiders! Today we are pleased to release a new build of the Windows Server vNext Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) release that contains both the Desktop Experience and Server Core in all 18 server languages, as well as a new build of the next Windows Server Semi-Annual Channel release in English. There are two major areas that we would like you to try out in each preview release and report back any issues: In-place OS Upgrade (from Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016) Application compatibility – please let us know if any server roles or applications stops working or fails to function as it used to Build-to-build upgrade is currentl…

Did you know that with the Windows 10 April 2018 Update, it’s now easier than ever to take a note or write a paper – with just your voice, using your device’s microphone? https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/05/91b276bcfec0c1df27cc7b4039ccdd70.gif Natural computing experiences enable us to speak directly to our devices to accomplish tasks, without typing. One way we’ve done this is with the improved Dictation feature in Windows 10. With your cursor in any text field, either in Windows 10 or in an app, simply press Win + H and start talking. Head over here to learn more about what’s new in the April 2018 Update! Windows 10 Tip: Capture you…

Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17677 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring in addition to those who opted in to Skip Ahead. What’s new in Build 17677 Microsoft Edge Improvements New, clearer “Settings and more” (“…”) menu: We’ve redesigned the “Settings and more” menu in Microsoft Edge so it’s easier to find the options you’re looking for. The menu options are now organized into groups, with icons for each entry, and keyboard shortcuts (where applicable). Click the “…” button in the top-right corner of Microsoft Edge to see what’s new! https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/05/6dac3ed…

Today, Acer announced a new notebook designed for people on-the-go, as well as several new gaming desktops and laptops powered by Windows 10 that arrive with simple, built-in Mixer streaming for low-latency, interactive moments for viewers and streamers to engage with other gamers, while Xbox Play Anywhere enables you to buy a game once and play it on both your Xbox One and Windows 10 PC. The 15-inch Swift 5 Notebook https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/05/c3490abb6482a5c99a54183f886a867a-1024x916.jpg The new Swift 5 notebook is powered by Windows 10 and the latest Intel Core processors, while weighing less than 1kg – ideal for people on-the-…

State of Decay 2 is the ultimate zombie survival fantasy, where it’s up to you to decide how to survive in an open, post-apocalyptic world. State of Decay 2 takes everything you loved about the first game and greatly expands on it – giving you more unique survivor characters, more backstories and skills for each member, more community and base management options, and bigger maps to survive in. State of Decay 2 also adds one of the most requested features from the community: cross-platform co-op. You and up to three of your friends can survive together on Xbox One or Windows 10 PC and help develop one player’s community, and then everyone returns to their games with ext…

https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/05/204307ae0c742fad49e30c6b39b4cbaa-1024x683.png Sporting a large 15.6” edge-to-edge display with an ultra-responsive 144Hz Full HD panel, experience smoother visuals like never before and gain the advantage over the competition. Armed with the new 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with 6 Cores and up to an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q Design VR ready graphics, the new Razer Blade delivers even more power per cubic inch to dominate the most demanding games and applications in an ultra-thin, precision crafted CNC aluminum chassis. With Windows 10, this laptop comes with simple, built-in Mixer streaming for low-la…

Paint 3D is a built-in creative application that comes free with Windows 10*. It is designed to be simple yet powerful by allowing you to create professional or fun creative projects by easily combining 2D and 3D tools. The best part is that you don’t need any design experience – Paint 3D can be used by anyone. Its approachable interface makes it easy to customize existing 3D models from our built-in 3D library or create 3D designs from scratch. Getting started: Paint 3D’s basic navigation https://blogs.windows.com/uploads/mswbprod/sites/2/2018/05/a9af9af1cf35e6021c8763e1827cfd95-1024x68.png Brushes: Expand your artistic abilities with unique pens & brus…

https://blogs.microsoft.com/uploads/prod/2018/05/Team-1024x726.jpg Team members from Semantic Machines. AI researchers have made great strides in recent years, but we are still at the beginning of teaching computers to understand the full context of human communication. Most of today’s bots and intelligent assistants respond to simple commands and queries, such as giving a weather report, playing a song or sharing a reminder, but aren’t able to understand meaning or carry on conversations. For rich and effective communication, intelligent assistants need to be able to have a natural dialogue instead of just responding to commands. We call this “conversational AI.” …

Today I’m thrilled to share a new collaboration between Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) and Microsoft’s Quantum team demonstrating the power of quantum computing. With the goal of improving patient care, Case Western Reserve will use Microsoft’s quantum-inspired algorithms to enhance their approach to detecting cancerous tumors. This scenario is a great example of an organization using quantum technology to solve the real-world challenges of today. Case Western Reserve has been leading groundbreaking research in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), a space that previously hadn’t drastically changed in decades. To improve accuracy of MRI results in less time, Case W…

Today we celebrate the seventh annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day and announce new technology and resources for people with disabilities. The goal of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about accessibility. For us, it’s also about digging deep into how technology can empower the 1 billion people worldwide who have disabilities. Not only is it important that we do this for our customers and our employees, it’s also an exciting area for technology and innovation to drive incredible impact. In 2011, the World Health Organization changed the definition of disability to the result of a mismatch between what a person wants to achieve and the environmen…