Popular vendor of OS.http://aics-app.sakura.ne.jp/rss_share/201504271430106698867Microsoft, Apple, Google's latest news. Contains official and unofficial news.(ENG)Zendesk Windows Phone app to be discontinued next week
https://www.onmsft.com/news/zendesk-windows-phone-app-to-be-discontinued-next-week
Thu, 30 Mar 2017 05:43:34 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/JapanFEATURE6-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Lumia 950 running Windows 10 Mobile in Tokyo, Japan" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/JapanFEATURE6-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/JapanFEATURE6-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/JapanFEATURE6-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Users of the Windows phone Zendesk app have begun receiving messages reminding them that the app will be removed from the Windows Store on April 5th 2017 and that all support for it will end on that day. The announcement of the app’s closure was made in November 2016 when it was stated that overall […]Thu, 30 Mar 2017 05:43:34 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft removes OneGuide and TV remote options from Xbox apps
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-removes-oneguide-and-tv-remote-options-from-xbox-apps
Thu, 30 Mar 2017 05:16:16 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/xboxonsie-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Xbox Onsie" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/xboxonsie-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/xboxonsie-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/xboxonsie-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft updated their Xbox One consoles earlier today with its own version of the Windows 10 Creators Update but the company has also updated its numerous Xbox apps on Windows 10, Windows 10 Mobile, iOS, and Android devices as well. While few new features were added with these updates, two previous ones were completely removed; […]Thu, 30 Mar 2017 05:16:16 +0000On MSFTBangla is the latest language to be added to Microsoft Translator
https://www.onmsft.com/news/bangla-is-the-latest-language-to-be-added-to-microsoft-translator
Thu, 30 Mar 2017 00:59:00 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Microsoft-Translator-Windows-Phone-8-864x580.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Microsoft-Translator-Windows-Phone-8-864x580.png 864w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Microsoft-Translator-Windows-Phone-8-100x66.png 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Microsoft-Translator-Windows-Phone-8-246x165.png 246w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Microsoft-Translator-Windows-Phone-8-768x516.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Microsoft-Translator-Windows-Phone-8.png 1516w" sizes="(max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px" />Looking to take a trip to Bangladesh some time in the near future? Microsoft Translator will be able to help you out during the trip.Thu, 30 Mar 2017 00:59:00 +0000On MSFTPSA: Apple’s USB-C accessory + UltraFine display pricing discounts end this week
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/apple-usb-c-ultra-fine-price-cuts/
Thu, 30 Mar 2017 00:36:29 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2016/11/usb-c-macbook-charging-cable.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all&w=1600&h=1000" /></div>
<p>Apple first <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/11/04/new-macbook-pro-usb-c-adapter-prices-apple/">announced that it would be discounting</a> certain USB-C accessories back in November to coincide with the release of the new MacBook Pros. Originally, the promotion was set to run through the end of the year, but Apple <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/12/20/apple-usb-c-discount-extended/">extended it through March 31st</a> to supplement the launch of the LG UltraFine 5K displays, which are also discounted.</p>
<p>That day is quickly approaching, though, so you’re running out of time to take advantage of the promo…</p>
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https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/app-store-android-app-market-in-revenue/
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<p>Mobile app analytics firm App Annie is today out with its latest <a href="https://www.appannie.com/en/insights/market-data/app-annie-forecast-2017-mobile-app-store-revenue-exceed-139-billion-2021/">report</a>. As usual, the data shows that Apple’s App Store has a significant lead in terms of revenue when compared to Google Play, but this report notes of a change. The firm estimates that Android will overtake iOS in terms of app revenue this year…</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-releases-windows-10-mobile-insider-preview-build-15063-2-to-slow-ring
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 22:33:06 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/IMG_2762-870x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/IMG_2762-870x580.jpg 870w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/IMG_2762-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/IMG_2762-248x165.jpg 248w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/IMG_2762-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px" />Microsoft has released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 15063.2 for Mobile to the Slow Ring.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 22:33:06 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft updates the Xbox app on iOS with Beam notifications, achievement improvements and more
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-updates-the-xbox-app-on-ios-with-beam-notifications-achievement-improvements-and-more
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 22:05:45 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/xbox-one-green-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Xbox One" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/xbox-one-green-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/xbox-one-green-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/xbox-one-green-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/xbox-one-green.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />The Xbox app on iOS has been updated with Beam notifications, achievement improvements and more.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 22:05:45 +0000On MSFTSamsung’s Galaxy S8 prepares Apple fans for all the possibilities in the iPhone 8 [Poll]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/samsungs-galaxy-s8-prepares-apple-fans-for-all-the-possibilities-in-the-iphone-8-poll/
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<p>Today was an exciting day over at <em><a href="http://www.9to5google.com">9to5Google</a></em> as Samsung unveiled a suite of new features coming to their new Galaxy S8 and S8+ devices. What made today’s announcements uncanny was just how many features Samsung unveiled in their new Galaxy S8 that we’ve already heard reported for the upcoming iPhone 8. The Galaxy S8 may not be iPhone fans want today, but it surely prepares them for what we may be seeing later this year.</p>
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https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/apple-music-mobile-users-compared-to-spotify/
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<p>While Spotify may lead in terms of subscribers, it’s already been proven that Apple Music <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/20/drake-more-life-apple-music-performance/">can dominate even with its smaller user base</a>. A new report from analytics firm <em><a href="http://www.vertoanalytics.com/verto-index-streaming-music/">Verto</a></em> further highlights the sometimes underestimated reach of Apple Music.</p>
<p>The report shows that Apple Music comes out on top in terms of monthly unique users, thanks in large part to the three-month free trial Apple offers.
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/bing-ads-to-migrate-from-monthly-budgets-to-daily-budgets-in-april
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:45:13 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/bing-ads-1200-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Bing Ads Logo" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/bing-ads-1200-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/bing-ads-1200-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/bing-ads-1200-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/bing-ads-1200.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Bing Ads is ending monthly budgets and instead moving all advertisers to daily budgets.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:45:13 +0000On MSFTThe She Word: Laura Marquez, helping Google show up in the Latino communityhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/CvDS3b8Wv3M/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><i>In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the powerful, dynamic and creative women of Google. Like generations before them, these women break down barriers and defy expectations at work and in their communities. Over the course of the month, we’ll help you get to know a few of these Google women, and share a bit about who they are and why they inspire us.</i></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Today, we hear from Laura Marquez, Google’s Head of Latino Community Engagement. Laura is a veteran of Capitol Hill, served as a political appointee in the Obama Administration, and recently moved to New York for her newly-created role. The biggest difference between Google and Capitol Hill? Capitol Hill staffers don’t wear propeller hats on their first day of work... </p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>How do you explain your job at a dinner party?</h3>I am charged with looking across the company at how we can deepen and strengthen our relationship with the Latino community. This means asking ourselves the hard questions ... How can our corporate culture be more diverse and inclusive? Where are opportunities to connect with the rapidly growing Latino population? How can we expand our impact in the community, from Latino small business owners to educators to emerging Latino creators? For example, small business owners should know that they can pin their <a href="https://www.google.com/business/">business name</a> on Google maps for free, and every student interested in tech should know about our <a href="https://www.google.com/about/careers/students/bold.html">internship opportunities</a>. </div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Why are you proud to be a woman at Google?</h3><p>Women at Google are fierce, and we are redefining the face of tech. I am especially proud to be a Latina at Google. Many of us are the first in our families to attend college or move away from our hometowns—making those strides calls for a lot of grit and resilience.<br/></p>I am one of the few Latinos with a dual MBA/MPA from Harvard, and back in 2005, I was the only Latino serving as a Congressional Legislative Director (and was fired up when a few others were hired later that year!). The Latinas here at Google have remarkable stories, and they have worked hard to advance our community’s economic and social well-being. I’m proud and honored to stand alongside the many Latina innovators here at Google and ensure that we have a seat at the table and among ranks of leadership.</div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>What advice would you give to women starting out in their careers?</h3><p>When I first started my career, I was one of the few Latinas working on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Another woman took me aside and said, “All you have in DC is your name. Protect it.” I took that advice to heart—maybe too much. If I were to do those early years over again, I would take more calculated risks, and I encourage women early in their careers to have the courage to do so.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Who has been a strong female influence in your life?</h3><p>Growing up, my grandmother was one of the smartest women that I knew. She could name all the former U.S. Presidents, knew every piece of the day’s news, and ran her household with a firm but gentle hand. Those same hands belonged to a migrant farm worker who never had the opportunity to go beyond grade school.</p><p>During Women’s History Month (and all the time, really), I hear her voice telling me that it is different for women. She wasn’t discouraging me from my pursuing my dreams, but it was her way of telling me that I would have to work harder than everyone else. It was her way of saying sometimes life isn’t fair, but as women, we persevere. </p><p>Just as my grandmother helped create a new path for her children and grandchildren, I can only hope to do the same for others and to help shape a world where women from all backgrounds can succeed.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>What are you doing to celebrate to celebrate Women's History Month?</h3><p>I am working with Google’s Business Inclusion team to highlight the <a href="https://twitter.com/AccelwithGoogle/status/847115534638436352">achievements and advice</a> of female small business owners and entrepreneurs. Our Business Inclusion team works with communities that are traditionally underrepresented online, and teaches them how to use online tools to market and grow their businesses. We want to inspire future entrepreneurs with women’s success stories—there’s no better way to celebrate women than to elevate their success.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/CvDS3b8Wv3M" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:00:00 +0000Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogHere is how Microsoft helped British authorities following the Westminster Bridge attack
https://www.onmsft.com/news/here-is-how-microsoft-helped-british-authorities-following-the-westminster-bridge-attack
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 20:07:57 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/microsoft-logo-1032x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/microsoft-logo-1032x580.jpg 1032w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/microsoft-logo-250x140.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/microsoft-logo-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1032px) 100vw, 1032px" />Microsoft handed British authorities data linked to the Westminster, London terror attack.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 20:07:57 +0000On MSFTApple shares latest vision for new Chicago River retail store as roof and curved glass put in place
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/chicago-river-apple-store-photos/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 19:35:29 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-store-chicago-river.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all&w=1600&h=1000" /></div>
<p>We’ve known for a while now that Apple is planning a new flagship waterfront retail store along the Chicago River, and now Apple has shared a new render of what the location will look like after construction wraps up. We also get a look at progress at the site with a new video walkthrough this week.</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/no-picture-in-picture-mode-for-xbox-one-at-this-time-but-you-can-vote
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 18:16:25 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/XboxLogo-876x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Xbox One" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/XboxLogo-876x580.jpg 876w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/XboxLogo-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/XboxLogo-250x165.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/XboxLogo-768x508.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/XboxLogo.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 876px) 100vw, 876px" />Head of Xbox Mike Ybarra has revealed that a replacement Picture in Picture mode isn't available for Xbox One "at this time," but you can vote for one. Wed, 29 Mar 2017 18:16:25 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft launches another AI chatbot, this one in India, called “Ruuh”
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-launches-another-ai-chatbot-this-one-in-india-called-ruuh
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:17:55 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Ruuh-Chat-bot-869x580.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Ruuh-Chat-bot-869x580.png 869w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Ruuh-Chat-bot-100x66.png 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Ruuh-Chat-bot-247x165.png 247w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Ruuh-Chat-bot-768x513.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Ruuh-Chat-bot.png 1432w" sizes="(max-width: 869px) 100vw, 869px" />Following not so successful experiments last year, Microsoft has quietly launched a new chat bot call Ruuh for the Indian marketWed, 29 Mar 2017 17:17:55 +0000On MSFTGoogle finally releases Calendar app for iPad
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/google-calendar-app-for-ipad/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:17:15 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/gsuite_calendar_ipad_blog_r2-width-1000.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&strip=all&w=1600&h=1000" /></div>
<p>Google today <a href="https://www.blog.google/products/g-suite/calendar-on-ipad-ready-for-business/" target="_blank">announced</a> the release of its Calendar app for iPad, which was previously only available <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/app/google-calendar-make-the-most-of-every-day/id909319292?mt=8">for iPhone</a>, Android smartphones and tablets and on the web.</p>
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https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/ios-10-3-2-public-beta-1/
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<p>Apple has released the first iOS 10.3 public beta for testing on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. iOS 10.3.2 public beta 1 follows one day after the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/ios-10-3-2-watchos-3-2-2-beta-1/">first developer version </a>of the upcoming software update.</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/what-the-tech-press-is-saying-about-windows-10-creators-update
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:07:20 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-870x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows 10 Creators Update" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-870x580.jpg 870w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-248x165.jpg 248w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px" />We've compiled a few of the reports from around of the web to give you a better idea of how Microsoft's big announcement is being received. Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:07:20 +0000On MSFTCalendar on iPad: Ready for Businesshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/gnKznArhQuk/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Whether you’re jumping from meeting to meeting or on your way to meet a customer—your calendar needs to work for you...anywhere, anytime. <br/></p><p>That’s why today, we’re bringing Google Calendar to the iPad.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>With the new app, you’ll get all the Calendar features you know and love, now optimized for iPad. Use Calendar’s machine intelligence-powered features to: </p><p></p><ul><li><a href="https://blog.google/products/calendar/save-time-with-smart-scheduling-in-google-calendar/">Find a time and book a room</a>. Get everyone together faster for meetings. With smart scheduling, Calendar suggests meeting times and available rooms based on your team’s availability and room preferences.<br/></li><li><a href="https://blog.google/products/calendar/find-time-goals-google-calendar/">Set Goals and achieve them.</a> Add a goal and Calendar will intelligently schedule time for it so you can stick to it.</li></ul><p></p><p>Plus, you can search your Calendar easily from the iPad home screen with Spotlight Search.</p><p>Download the Calendar app for <a href=" https://itunes.apple.com/app/apple-store/id909319292?pt=9008&ct=ipadblog&mt=8">iPad</a> today. Stay tuned for more updates, like a <a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207122">Today View Widget</a> to easily see your upcoming events in the Notification Center and on the lock screen (coming soon!). <br/></p><p></p><p></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/gnKznArhQuk" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:00:00 +0000Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogLooking for a more powerful 3D editor than Paint 3D? Adobe updates Project Felix beta
https://www.onmsft.com/news/looking-for-a-more-powerful-3d-editor-than-paint-3d-adobe-updates-project-felix-beta
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:53:24 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/C8GZESNUwAEAYc8-959x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/C8GZESNUwAEAYc8-959x580.jpg 959w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/C8GZESNUwAEAYc8-250x151.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/C8GZESNUwAEAYc8-768x465.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/C8GZESNUwAEAYc8.jpg 1116w" sizes="(max-width: 959px) 100vw, 959px" />As we edge closer to the general release, Adobe has taken the growing interest of digital creation as a sign to update their own Project Felix 3D Editor.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:53:24 +0000On MSFTOpinion: iPhone 8’s top feature needs to be design
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/opinion-iphone-8-design/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:31:30 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-8-images.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&strip=all&w=1600&h=1000" /></div>
<p>Apple surely has lots of whiz-bang new features planned for the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-8/">new flagship iPhone </a>this fall, but the number one feature on my wish list this year is a radical new design. Given the choice between a new iPhone with the same design plus new features like <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/02/09/kgi-predicts-wireless-charging-for-all-three-new-iphones-iphone-8-requires-higher-cost-3d-touch-sensor/">wireless charging </a>and<a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/02/21/kgi-oled-iphone-8-to-feature-revolutionary-3d-sensing-front-camera-detect-depth-for-games-and-facial-recognition/"> facial recognition</a> or a new iPhone with a new design and no new features, I’d absolutely choose the new design.</p>
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<h2>TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:</h2>
<p><em><strong> Last Call Updates:</strong></em></p>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar-2/" rel="attachment wp-att-474729"><img data-attachment-id="474729" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar-2/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="1500,750" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474729" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/15-inch-macbook-pro-touch-bar1.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>B&H takes <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/bh-macbook-pro-deals/">up to $300<strong> off</strong> high-end 2016 MacBook Pro models</a> (Tax NY/NJ only)</h3>
<ul>
<li>MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2017 <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/mlb-tap-sports-baseball-2017/">just released on iOS for free</a></li>
<li>Blyss iOS puzzler <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/blyss-ios-puzzler-free/">goes free for very first time (Reg. $2)</a></li>
<li>LG’s 65-inch 4K OLED UHDTV drops <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/lg-65-inch-4k-tv/">to $2,479 shipped (Reg. $2,997)</a></li>
<li>Glass Water Bottle + sleeve <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/glass-water-bottle/">for just $8 Prime shipped, more</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/musicon-music-for-kids/">Musicon is the super intuitive way for kids</a> to create and learn to play music</li>
<li>Harman Kardon’s top-rated 5.1-Ch. Home Theater System<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/harman-kardon-home-hkts-20-deal/"> for $200</a></li>
<li>Dyson Stick, Handheld, Upright Vacuums (refurb) <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/dyson-stick-handheld-vacuums/">from $125 ($200+ off)</a></li>
<li>Beyerdynamic DT 880 Premium All-Black Headphones <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/beyerdynamic-dt880-headphones/">only $135</a></li>
<li>Green Deals: WORX 19-inch 36V Electric Cordless Lawn Mower <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/green-deals-worx-lawn-mower-deal/">$239, more</a></li>
<li>Sperry Top-Sider: <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/sperry-top-sider-sale/">up to 50% off + an extra 30% off on sale items</a></li>
<li>Mega Bloks Star Trek U.S.S Enterprise <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/mega-bloks-uss-enterprise/">can be yours for $80 (Reg. $160+)</a></li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/airport-extreme-5/" rel="attachment wp-att-474656"><img data-attachment-id="474656" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/airport-extreme-5/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="2244,1122" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="airport-extreme" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474656" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=2000 2000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/airport-extreme.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>Apple’s AirPort Extreme 802.11ac Base Station <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/apples-airport-extreme/">goes to <strong>$159</strong> (Reg. up to $199)</a></h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/bee-movie/" rel="attachment wp-att-474655"><img data-attachment-id="474655" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/bee-movie/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="1910,955" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="bee-movie" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474655" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/bee-movie.jpg 1910w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/itunes-amazon-dreamworks/">iTunes and Amazon launch DreamWorks <strong>$10 HD movie sale</strong></a>: Bee Movie, Shrek, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/itunes-amazon-dreamworks/">more</a></h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/9to5toys-macbook-pro-iphone-case-ups/arlo-pro-amazon-deal/" rel="attachment wp-att-474523"><img data-attachment-id="474523" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/9to5toys-macbook-pro-iphone-case-ups/arlo-pro-amazon-deal/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="1813,906" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="arlo-pro-amazon-deal" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474523" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/arlo-pro-amazon-deal.jpg 1813w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>Netgear’s Arlo Pro Security System is 20% off: <strong><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/arlo-security-system-2pack/">$336 shipped</a></strong></h3>
<p><img data-attachment-id="474440" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/9to5toys-macbook-pro-iphone-case-ups/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2-3/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png" data-orig-size="2999,1500" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=1000&h=500" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474440" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=1000&h=500" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=1000&h=500 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=2000&h=1000 2000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=155&h=78 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=655&h=328 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=768&h=384 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-2.png?w=1024&h=512 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<h3>Apple’s entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro is <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/apple-13-inch-macbook-pro-deal/">on sale for <strong>$1,280</strong></a></h3>
<h3>Save $234 on Apple’s entry-level 13-inch MacBook Air: <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/25/macbook-air-13-ebay-765/"><strong>$765</strong> (Reg. $999)</a></h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/27/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-watch-apc-ups-vizio-soundbar/apple-watch-series-1-6/" rel="attachment wp-att-474149"><img data-attachment-id="474149" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/27/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-watch-apc-ups-vizio-soundbar/apple-watch-series-1-6/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="3000,1500" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="apple-watch-series-1" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474149" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=2000 2000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-watch-series-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>Apple Watch Series 1 gets a big discount at Target, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/apple-watch-series-1-target/">priced from <strong>$200</strong></a></h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/27/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-watch-apc-ups-vizio-soundbar/iphone-7-25/" rel="attachment wp-att-474152"><img data-attachment-id="474152" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/27/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-watch-apc-ups-vizio-soundbar/iphone-7-25/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="2292,1146" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="iphone-7" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474152" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=2000 2000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-71.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>Target launches <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/26/target-iphone-gift-card-deal/"><strong>$300 gift card promo</strong> with iPhone 7/Plus purchase</a></h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/24/9to5toys-lunch-break-sandisk-flash-drive-ipad-discounts-more/329-ipad-2/" rel="attachment wp-att-473842"><img data-attachment-id="473842" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/24/9to5toys-lunch-break-sandisk-flash-drive-ipad-discounts-more/329-ipad-2/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="2495,1248" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="329-ipad" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-473842" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=2000 2000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/329-ipad1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>B&H launches new iPad pre-orders<strong> <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/24/ipad-pre-order-bh/">with discounts</a></strong><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/24/ipad-pre-order-bh/">, rewards and tax in NY only</a></h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/23/9to5toys-macbook-touch-bar-watch-usb-c/musemage-6/" rel="attachment wp-att-473723"><img data-attachment-id="473723" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/23/9to5toys-macbook-touch-bar-watch-usb-c/musemage-6/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png" data-orig-size="2848,1411" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="musemage-6" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=1000&h=495" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-473723" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=1000&h=495" alt="" width="1000" height="495" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=1000&h=495 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=1998&h=990 1998w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=155&h=77 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=655&h=325 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=768&h=380 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/musemage-6.png?w=1024&h=507 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/23/app-store-free-app-week-musemage/">App Store Free App of the Week</a>: the pro video cam/editor Musemage <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/23/app-store-free-app-week-musemage/">goes <strong>free</strong> for the first time this year (Reg. $4)</a></h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/night-terrors-augmented-reality-iso-free/">Night Terrors</a> iOS augmented reality horror game <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/night-terrors-augmented-reality-iso-free/"><strong>free</strong> (Reg. $1)</a></li>
<li>The highly-rated Osmos for iOS<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/23/osmos-ios-game-sale/"> is now just <strong>$1</strong> (Reg. up to $5)</a></li>
<li>Eighty-Eight iOS puzzler <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/eighty-eight-ios-puzzler-goes-free-for-first-time-in-years-reg-2/">goes <strong>free</strong> for first time in years (Reg. $2)</a></li>
<li>The artistic photo editor Trigraphy for iOS <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/20/artistic-photo-editor-trigraphy-ios-free/">goes <strong>free</strong> for the first time in nearly a year (Reg. $4)</a></li>
<li>The popular Ticket to Ride is now matching its lowest price on the App Store: <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/20/ticket-to-ride-sale-ios/"><strong>$2</strong> (Reg. $7)</a></li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/27/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-watch-apc-ups-vizio-soundbar/mophie-charge-force-phone-7/" rel="attachment wp-att-474141"><img data-attachment-id="474141" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/27/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-watch-apc-ups-vizio-soundbar/mophie-charge-force-phone-7/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="2508,1254" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="mophie-charge-force-phone-7" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474141" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=2000 2000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/mophie-charge-force-phone-7.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>9to5Rewards: <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/24/9to5rewards-mophie-iphone-7-juice-pack-air-battery-case-giveaway/">Mophie iPhone 7 Juice Pack Air Battery Case [Giveaway]</a></h3>
<h2>MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:</h2>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/fire-hd-6-refurb/" rel="attachment wp-att-474657"><img data-attachment-id="474657" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/fire-hd-6-refurb/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="2000,1000" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="fire-hd-6-refurb" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474657" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/fire-hd-6-refurb.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>Amazon’s popular 6-inch Fire Tablet (refurb) <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/amazon-fire-hd-6-tablet-refurb/">is selling at <strong>$35</strong> (Orig. $100)</a></h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/collage-2017-03-27-1/" rel="attachment wp-att-474658"><img data-attachment-id="474658" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/collage-2017-03-27-1/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="2000,1000" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="collage-2017-03-27-1" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474658" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/collage-2017-03-27-1.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3>Mac App Roundup: MacX Media Bundle <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/mac-app-roundup-disk-drill-more/"><strong>$20</strong></a>, Disk Drill PRO 3 <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/mac-app-roundup-disk-drill-more/"><strong>$35</strong></a>, Lifetime Mac Bundle<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/mac-app-roundup-disk-drill-more/"> <strong>$39</strong></a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/mac-app-roundup-disk-drill-more/">more</a></h3>
<ul>
<li>Belkin offers two Wemo Mini Smart Plugs<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/belkin-wemo-smart-plug/"> for $51 ($70 value)</a></li>
<li>Gaming Peripherals: Logitech mouse<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/gaming-peripherals-logitech-mouse/"> $25</a>, headsets <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/gaming-peripherals-logitech-mouse/">from $55</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/gaming-peripherals-logitech-mouse/">more</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/flter-privacy-and-security-router/">Flter uses VPN and Tor over your home network</a> to protect privacy and security</li>
<li>Smartphone Accessories: Mpow 3.3-Ft MFi Lightning Cables (2-pack)<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/mpow-3-3-ft-mfi-lightning-cables/"> $10 (Reg. $16)</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/mpow-3-3-ft-mfi-lightning-cables/">more</a></li>
<li>Amazon Echo Dot 3-pack drops to <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/amazon-echo-dot/">$130 shipped (Reg. $150)</a></li>
<li>Games/Apps: Zelda Triforce Heroes<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/zelda-triforce-street-fighter-ios-freebies/"> $15</a>, Street Fighter V <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/zelda-triforce-street-fighter-ios-freebies/">$18</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/zelda-triforce-street-fighter-ios-freebies/">freebies</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/zelda-triforce-street-fighter-ios-freebies/">more</a></li>
<li>Don’t Think Twice is this week’s iTunes <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/dont-think-twice-itunes/">$1 HD Movie Rental (Reg. $5)</a></li>
<li>Daily Deals: Legrand Standard/USB Wall Outlet <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/legrand-standardusb-combo/">$17</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/legrand-standardusb-combo/">more</a></li>
<li>Merrell footwear<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/merrell-footwear-amazon/"> 40% off today</a> only on Amazon, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/merrell-footwear-amazon/">prices from $51</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/bogo-movie-tickets/">BOGO movie tickets from Fandango</a>: Catch Beauty and the Beast at half the price</li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/garmin-forerunner-935/">Garmin Forerunner 935</a> hits with a big price tag, impressive data-driven features</li>
<li>Cuisinart’s 11-Cup Food Processor is <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/cuisinart-food-processor/">$60 off today: $90 shipped</a></li>
<li>Eddie Bauer offers <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/eddie-bauer-sale/">40% off full-priced</a> + an <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/29/eddie-bauer-sale/">extra 40% off clearance items</a></li>
</ul>
<h2>NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:</h2>
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<h3><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/beautyrest-sleeptracker/">Beautyrest’s Sleeptracker </a>sports HealthKit compatibility and Alexa control</h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless/" rel="attachment wp-att-474648"><img data-attachment-id="474648" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="2000,1000" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474648" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="500" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/v-moda-crossfade-2-wireless.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/vmoda-crossfade-2-wireless/">V-Moda Crossfade 2 Wireless Headphones</a> hit with updated specs, improved battery life</h3>
<p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/orbi/" rel="attachment wp-att-474649"><img data-attachment-id="474649" data-permalink="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/9to5toys-lunch-break-apple-airport-itunes-movie-sale-more/orbi/" data-orig-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all" data-orig-size="5109,2596" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="orbi" data-image-description="" data-medium-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655" data-large-file="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" title="9to5Toys Last Call: AirPort Extreme $159, iTunes $10 DreamWorks Movie Sale, Netgear Arlo Pro Security System $336, more" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-474649" src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all" alt="" width="1000" height="508" srcset="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000 1000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=2000 2000w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=155 155w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=655 655w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=768 768w, https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/orbi.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1024 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<h3><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/netgear-orbi-home-wi-fi-system/">Netgear Orbi Home Wi-Fi system</a> expands today with more affordable bundles</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/adidas-eqt-support-adv/">adidas EQT Support Adv </a>brings a modern twist to retro sneakers</li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/the-gladius-ultra-hd-underwater-drone-lets-anyone-explore-under-the-sea/">The Gladius Ultra HD Underwater Drone</a> lets anyone explore under the sea</li>
<li>Roadie 2 is the <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/roadie-2-automatic-guitar-tuner/">“world’s first standalone automatic guitar tuner”</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/ikea-smart-home-led-bulbs/">IKEA set to launch new smart home LED bulbs</a>, motion sensors and <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/ikea-smart-home-led-bulbs/">more</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/jack-headphone-adapter/">Podo Lab’s stylish Jack adapter adds Bluetooth</a> to any headphone or speaker</li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/stoa-replay-arcade-cabinets/">STOA vintage arcade cabinets</a> are the coolest gaming accessory this year</li>
<li>VIZIO’s new D-Series Ultra HDTVs <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2017/03/28/vizios-4k-d-series/">make 4K more affordable</a></li>
<li>Meet Snapmaker: <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/snapmaker-all-metal-3d-printer/">a reinvented 3D Printer with CNC carving</a></li>
<li>Marvel Unlimited is <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/marvel-unlimited/">the best comic subscription service</a>, here’s why</li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/27/lg-tone-free-wireless-earbuds/">LG releases TONE FREE wireless earbuds</a> with all-day neckband charging</li>
<li>Baselworld showcases <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/24/samsung-smart-pocketwatch/">Samsung’s classically designed smart pocket watch</a></li>
<li>Under Armour is set to bring <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/24/under-armour-futurist/">another pair of 3D-printed shoes to market next week</a></li>
<li>Dell launches cutting-edge 31-inch 8K display … <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/24/dell-8k-display/">costs a cool $5K</a></li>
<li>Pong comes to your living room with the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2017/03/23/table-pong-project/">official vintage Atari coffee table, pre-order now</a></li>
<li><a href="https://9to5toys.com/2017/03/23/hypar-folding-kayak/">Hypar’s Folding Kayak</a> comes in at less than 20-pounds and fits in your luggage</li>
<li>Logitech announces new<a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/23/logitech-mk850/"> MK850 Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard/Mouse combo</a></li>
<li>Cinemood, the <a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/23/cinemood-bedtime-projector/">ultimate bedtime story projector is now available for pre-order</a></li>
<li><a href="http://9to5toys.com/2017/03/22/lexar-usb-flash-drives-jumpdrive-tough/">Lexar expands its lineup of popular USB flash drives</a> with the new JumpDrive Tough</li>
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Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:29:37 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Marvels-Guardian-of-the-Galaxy-Telltale-Games-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Marvels-Guardian-of-the-Galaxy-Telltale-Games-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Marvels-Guardian-of-the-Galaxy-Telltale-Games-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Marvels-Guardian-of-the-Galaxy-Telltale-Games-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, the latest episodic game from Telltale Games will launch on the Xbox One on April 18.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:29:37 +0000On MSFTIt takes a district to implement technologyhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/3i9onR2-6oI/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><i><b>Editor’s note:</b> <a href="https://www.google.com/edu/partners/">Google for Education Premier Partners</a> are working with schools to host the <a href="https://lp.google-mkto.com/exploreEDU.html?utm_source=blog&utm_campaign=2016-gc-edu-explore-orgsocial-blogs-phase1">ExploreEDU event series</a>, where schools can share their first-hand experiences with other educators. Today’s guest author is Gary Lambert, Director of 21st Century Learning at <a href="http://www.bcsdk12.org/">Beekmantown Central School District</a>, which hosted an <a href="http://www.ap-schools.org/firstphiladelphiapreparatorycharterschool_home.aspx">ExploreEDU</a> event on March 9-10 with <a href="http://www.bestbuy.com/site/bbfb-landing/bestbuy-education/pcmcat356600050000.c?id=pcmcat356600050000&ref=30&loc=NA&ksid=6a847441-0ba1-4f58-b62e-f9cb9cd7d061&ksprof_id=22&ksaffcode=16719&ksdevice=c">Best Buy</a>. To see if there’s an event near you, visit the <a href="https://lp.google-mkto.com/exploreEDU.html?utm_source=blog&utm_campaign=2016-gc-edu-explore-orgsocial-blogs-phase1">ExploreEDU site</a>.</i></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>In 2013, the superintendent charged our district technology committee—comprised of board members, teachers, administrators, parents and students—to come up with a plan that would provide an equal education opportunity for all students. Beekmantown’s poverty rate is the highest in Clinton County at 53%, and 30% of our students don’t have access to the internet at home. Given the profile of our population, we needed an affordable and flexible technology solution that would allow us to put devices in the hands of every student inside and outside of the classroom. <a href="https://www.google.com/chromebook/">Chromebooks</a>, and <a href="https://gsuite.google.com/together/">G Suite for Education</a> fit our needs perfectly because they are easy to manage, simple to use, and affordable.</p><p>In our experience deploying this new technology, we had to include every group—the board, administration, faculty, and the students—in the process. Here are a few things we learned:<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>1. Engage tech-savvy teachers in a pilot</h2><p>We spoke with five other districts about their technology rollouts and learned the importance of getting teachers who were heavy technology users to love the tools first, as their buy-in would be critical in getting other teachers on board. In our first phase, we hoped for five teachers to sign up for our digital classroom pilot, and got 43 instead. Once other teachers saw how helpful the tools were for their colleagues, they wanted to introduce technology to their classroom, too. In the next two phases, an additional 140 teachers signed up. The teachers who participated in the pilot were the ones who pulled everyone along and encouraged the more reluctant teachers to branch outside their comfort zones.<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>2. Build trust and support between the administration and faculty</h2><p>The support of our board, superintendent and administration was critical in ensuring teachers felt comfortable taking risks when adopting the new technology. For instance, our principals learned how to use <a href="https://classroom.google.com/">Google Classroom</a> so they could show teachers how useful the tool was. Our leadership also encouraged teachers to take risks, and reassured them that failure was a positive learning experience. As a result, we saw many teachers working with their students to try new apps in the classroom such as <a href="https://www.peardeck.com/">Peardeck</a>, <a href="https://edpuzzle.com/">EdPuzzle</a>, and <a href="https://quizlet.com/">Quizlet</a> to enhance their lessons.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>3. Get students to teach</h2><p>Technology also offers students a great platform to share their expertise. Early in our technology program, students ran our IT help desk that provides on-site support and replaces parts on Chromebooks. Our students are also instructing their teachers how to use technology. When a teacher didn’t know how to use <a href="https://biteable.com/">Biteable</a>, an online animation maker, he asked one of his sixth grade students to create a how-to resource, which has been shared with teachers across all grade levels and other schools. Involving students as teachers has allowed us to amplify the impact of technology in our district.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>When everyone plays a role in introducing new technology it generates excitement and tangible results. Since adopting this new technology, our attendance rate has increased and student achievement has improved across all grade levels and subject areas—specifically algebra, U.S. history and English language arts.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Technology has shifted our district from a “can we?” to a “we can and we will” mindset.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/3i9onR2-6oI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogSamsung unveils Galaxy S8 & S8+ w/ near edge-to-edge Infinity Display & Siri-competitor Bixby
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<p>Samsung is today showing off its latest flagship smartphones that will compete with Apple’s next-generation iPhones this fall, officially <a href="https://9to5google.com/2017/03/29/samsung-galaxy-s8-and-s8-official/" target="_blank">unveiling its new Galaxy S8 and S8+ devices</a> and its new Siri competitor called Bixby that will debut on the new phones. We’re covering all of the announcements over at <a href="https://9to5google.com/">9to5Google</a> and taking a look at how they compare to what’s reportedly being planned for iPhone 8 below.</p>
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<p>Ahead of the debut of Apple’s previously announced <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/02/12/carpool-karaoke-spin-off-apple-music-clip/" target="_blank">Carpool Karaoke TV series</a> on Apple Music next month, Spotify today <a href="https://news.spotify.com/us/2017/03/29/27473/" target="_blank">announced</a> what sounds a lot like a knockoff of the series with its own show called “Traffic Jams.”</p>
<p>But instead of having celebrities and musicians perform a song karaoke-style, Spotify is going to have artists produce a song in a moving vehicle (innovation!). It’s hosted by comedian DoBoy who will also drive the vehicle while the artists perform in the back. So, in other words, it’s exactly like Carpool Karaoke. Not a great look for Spotify’s answer to Apple’s original content plans if you ask me.</p>
<p>The first show is set to debut April 4th and feature artists T-Pain and Southside:</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/verizon-ends-sales-of-the-lumia-735-its-last-windows-phone
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 15:26:25 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Verizon-Wireless-store-interior-001-1023x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Verizon-Wireless-store-interior-001-1023x580.jpg 1023w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Verizon-Wireless-store-interior-001-250x142.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Verizon-Wireless-store-interior-001-768x435.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px" />Verizon has recently removed the Lumia 735 from its online store, which means that the US carrier is now done selling Windows phones. Wed, 29 Mar 2017 15:26:25 +0000On MSFTCloud services compared, or why I’m all-in on Apple but not on iCloud
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/cloud-services-comparison-icloud-alternatives/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 15:23:53 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/cloud.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&strip=all&w=1600&h=1000" /></div>
<p>I’ve been an Apple guy since forever. I bought the very first Macintosh back in 1984. My current mobile technology line-up is a 15-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, 11-inch MacBook Air (now just a backup Mac), 9.7-inch iPad Pro and an iPhone SE. I’m all-in on Apple, and the ecosystem is a large part of that. Things may not always Just Work, but the Apple ecosystem gets closer to that than anyone else.</p>
<p>However, while I do make some use of iCloud, I’m not all-in on Apple’s cloud storage. In this piece, I compare the main cloud services out there, and finally describe the mix-and-match approach I use to get what I consider to be the best of all worlds …</p>
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https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/apple-terry-blanchard-mail-readdle-spark-vp/
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<p>Apple’s long-time head of Apple Mail Terry Blanchard is leaving the company, but he will continue working on mail apps for iOS and Mac as he joins software company Readdle as the VP of Engineering for its <a href="https://sparkmailapp.com/">Spark email app</a>. The move comes after six years as the lead of Apple’s Mail app development. Blanchard joined Apple in 2011 and led the development and QA teams for Apple Mail until joining Readdle this month.</p>
<p>While it’s unclear exactly why Blanchard has decided to part ways with Apple,he does hint that he shares “a fundamental vision of what the future of email should be” with Readdle.</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/watch-dogs-2-video-game-gets-pvp-online-modes
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 14:06:09 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Screen-Shot-2016-06-06-at-1.01.07-PM-1050x577.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Watch Dogs 2 teaser" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Screen-Shot-2016-06-06-at-1.01.07-PM-1050x577.png 1050w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Screen-Shot-2016-06-06-at-1.01.07-PM-250x137.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Screen-Shot-2016-06-06-at-1.01.07-PM-768x422.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" />This time around, fans will be greeted with two major additions to the No Compromise DLC that include a 'slew of new features' and offering the multiplayer mode of Showdown for freeWed, 29 Mar 2017 14:06:09 +0000On MSFTPoll: What’s your favorite Windows 10 Creators Update feature?
https://www.onmsft.com/news/poll-whats-your-favorite-windows-10-creators-update-feature
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:58:55 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/2016-10-27-10-1032x580.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Microsoft Paint 3D with Remix 3D" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/2016-10-27-10-1032x580.png 1032w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/2016-10-27-10-250x141.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/2016-10-27-10-768x432.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/2016-10-27-10.png 1366w" sizes="(max-width: 1032px) 100vw, 1032px" />Well it’s official, Microsoft is releasing its third major update to Windows 10, the Creators Update. We have our own favorite features, but what are yours? If you’re a creator, are you happy with the new features, like inking support and the new 3D Paint? Is Microsoft on the right track in supporting Mixed Reality […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:58:55 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft is releasing the new Xbox One updates to all users, beginning today
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-is-releasing-the-new-xbox-one-updates-to-all-users-beginning-today
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:52:16 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Xbox-One-Creators-Update.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Xbox One Creators Update" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Xbox-One-Creators-Update.png 847w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Xbox-One-Creators-Update-250x140.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Xbox-One-Creators-Update-768x431.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 847px) 100vw, 847px" />Following weeks of testing with Xbox Insiders, the Xbox team announced today that the Creators Update is now rolling to all Xbox One consoles.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:52:16 +0000On MSFTUBS says AAPL could reach $200/share as it hits 11th record high so far this year
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/aapl-record-high-analyst-targets/
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<p>A UBS analyst says that AAPL stock could reach as high as $200/share over the next 2-3 years, as the stock hit its 11th record high so far this year. It has already hit the equivalent of $1,000/share when you factor in the share split.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.marketwatch.com/story/apples-stock-climbs-toward-another-record-2017-03-28" target="_blank"><em>MarketWatch</em></a> notes that the stock yesterday set two records: its highest ever value, at $143.80, and its highest intraday price of $142.80. Many analysts are setting high target prices for the stock, and one of them even predicts a possible $200 level, notes <a href="http://uk.businessinsider.com/apple-share-price-how-apple-could-hit-200-ubs-milunovich-2017-3?r=US&IR=T" target="_blank"><em>Business Insider</em></a> – though he does add some crucial riders …</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/express-yourself-with-gifs-search-the-web-smarter-with-the-bing-imessage-extension
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:49:07 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Bing-iOS-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Bing, iOS, iPhone" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Bing-iOS-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Bing-iOS-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Bing-iOS-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft today announced the launch of the Bing iMessage Extension, ultimately enabling iOS users to express themselves with GIFs, search and easily share places, movies, and more from the web, without leaving the conversation. Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:49:07 +0000On MSFTGigSky expands international iPad data plans to 180+ countries with Apple SIM
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/gigsky-ipad-international-data-apple-sim/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:10:53 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/ipad-gigsky.png?w=1600&h=1000#038;h=500" /></div>
<p>After <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/06/21/gigsky-international-ipad-data-plans-apple-sim/">expanding</a> to include a total of 140+ countries back in June last year, international iPad data plan provider GigSky <a href="http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/travel-the-world-with-ipad---gigsky-now-offers-data-plans-in-over-180-countries-on-apple-sim-plus-great-new-pricing-300430926.html">announced</a> today that it is now available in an additional 40+ regions using an Apple SIM. The company first launched its service for iPad back in 2015, offering no-contract cellular data plans in around 90 countries by leveraging Apple’s new carrier-agnostic Apple SIM card included in the device.</p>
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http://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/03/29/windows-10-partner-devices-bring-windows-10-creators-update-experiences-life/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:21 +0000Innovative partner devices light up the Windows 10 Creators Update.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:21 +0000Windows BlogMicrosoft to sell Surface Book with Performance Base in 13 more countries, Surface Studio coming to more markets, too
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-to-sell-surface-book-with-performance-base-in-13-more-countries-surface-studio-coming-to-more-markets-too
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:20 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/surfacestudio-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Microsoft Surface Studio" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/surfacestudio-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/surfacestudio-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/surfacestudio-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />In conjunction with this morning’s announcement on the upcoming rollout of the Windows 10 Creators Update, Microsoft also announced that two breakthrough Surface devices, the Surface Book with Performance Base, and the Surface Studio, will be expanding into new markets. The Surface Book, which debuted in 2015, was upgraded with a new “Performance Base” back […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:20 +0000On MSFTWindows 10 Creators Update is upon us, so what’s next?
https://www.onmsft.com/news/windows-10-creators-update-is-upon-us-so-whats-next
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:15 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Windows-10-Hello-1-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows 10" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Windows-10-Hello-1-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Windows-10-Hello-1-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Windows-10-Hello-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Now that the Creators Update is almost upon us, it's time to think about what's coming next for Windows 10 users. Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:15 +0000On MSFTIt’s official: Windows 10 Creators Update to begin official rollout on April 11th
https://www.onmsft.com/news/its-official-windows-10-creators-update-to-begin-official-rollout-on-april-11th
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:13 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/creators-update-1-870x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows 10 Creators Update" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/creators-update-1-870x580.jpg 870w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/creators-update-1-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/creators-update-1-248x165.jpg 248w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/creators-update-1-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px" />In a blog post today, Microsoft announced that the Windows 10 Creators Update is ready, and will begin rolling out to the some 400 million Windows 10 devices in the coming days and weeks. The rollout will begin on April 11th, a date widely circulated unofficially already. Windows Insiders won’t have to do much of […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:13 +0000On MSFTWindows 10 Creators Update coming April 11, Surface expands to more markets
http://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/03/29/windows-10-creators-update-coming-april-11-surface-expands-markets/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:11 +0000The Windows 10 Creators Update will begin to roll out to customers around the world on April 11 as a free update and Surface Book, Surface Studio are coming to new markets.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 13:00:11 +0000Windows BlogDevelopers can now simplify payments in UWP apps with the Payment Request API
https://www.onmsft.com/news/developers-can-now-simplify-payments-in-uwp-apps-with-the-payment-request-api
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 12:37:16 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Windows-Store-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows Store" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Windows-Store-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Windows-Store-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Windows-Store-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft announced today that app developers can now use the Payment Request API to simplify payments and checkouts in UWP apps.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 12:37:16 +0000On MSFTComment: I don’t believe Apple is dumb enough to move the Touch ID sensor to the back
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/opinion-iphone-8-touch-id-sensor-rear-of-iphone/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 11:56:51 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/touch-id-rear.png?w=1600&h=1000#038;h=500" /></div>
<p>The <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-8/" target="_blank">iPhone 8</a> reports to date mostly point to Apple embedding the Home button and a new type of fingerprint sensor into the display itself, as a way to lose most of the ‘chin’ of the device. Today, however, the sketchiest of reports suggests that the company will instead move the existing Touch ID sensor <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/iphone-8-iphone-edition-metal-touch-id-on-back-photos/" target="_blank">to the rear of the phone</a>.</p>
<p>The report mixes this in with a raft of things we’ve heard before. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/10/26/iphone-8-three-sizes-all-glass-backs/" target="_blank">Glass backs</a>, <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/12/26/report-apple-planning-new-5-inch-iphone-model-with-vertical-dual-camera-design-for-2017/" target="_blank">vertical cameras</a> (which would be horizontal when used in the more common landscape mode) and <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/07/iphone-edition-2017/" target="_blank">iPhone Edition</a> naming are all things that have been reported previously. So while <em>iDropNews</em> would like us to believe that its unspecified ‘insider’ has revealed a whole bunch of new things, the report is actually just a mish-mash of earlier rumors coupled to one piece of supposedly new information …</p>
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https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/s-town-podcast-serial-this-american-life/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 10:52:47 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/s-town.png?w=1600&h=1000#038;h=499" /></div>
<p>When a friend recommended the This American Life podcast <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/serial/id917918570?mt=2&at=11lqLQ" target="_blank"><em>Serial</em></a>, I got so hooked I ended up binge-listening to the entire first series in a single weekend. The same team has now created a new 7-part podcast, S-Town – and it sounds like it may be just as compelling …</p>
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https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/iphone-8-iphone-edition-metal-touch-id-on-back-photos/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 10:02:59 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/iphone-8-iphone-edition.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all&w=1600&h=1000" /></div>
<p>Many features of the iPhone 8 have been well documented at this point, with a general consensus on a <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/02/16/iphone-8-higher-pixel-density/">5.8-inch OLED screen</a> on a chassis with <a href="http://phyiscal size as 4.7 inch 9to5mac">almost no front bezel</a>, along with <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/02/09/kgi-predicts-wireless-charging-for-all-three-new-iphones-iphone-8-requires-higher-cost-3d-touch-sensor/">wireless charging</a>, <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/02/21/kgi-oled-iphone-8-to-feature-revolutionary-3d-sensing-front-camera-detect-depth-for-games-and-facial-recognition/">3D-sensing front camera</a> and much more.</p>
<p>However, the ‘bezel-less frame’ has left one rather big open question. What happens to the Touch ID sensor? There have been murmurs of Apple integrating the fingerprint sensor below the display glass. This sounds cutting-edge and modern, but has not been well substantiated. A report coming out today suggests a far less exciting possibility for the Touch ID sensor …</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/vivaldi-browser-redefines-history-feature-with-the-latest-update
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 08:02:41 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/vivaldi-1.8-974x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/vivaldi-1.8-974x580.jpg 974w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/vivaldi-1.8-250x149.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/vivaldi-1.8-768x457.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/vivaldi-1.8.jpg 1582w" sizes="(max-width: 974px) 100vw, 974px" />Vivaldi, the popular alternate browser for Windows, has introduced a new History feature in the latest update that lets users explore their browsing patterns, backed by statistics and visual clues.Wed, 29 Mar 2017 08:02:41 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft encouraging Alexa developers to work on Cortana
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-encouraging-alexa-developers-to-work-on-cortana
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:47:48 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/cortanavolvo-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Cortana and Volvo" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/cortanavolvo-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/cortanavolvo-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/cortanavolvo-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft has begun reaching out to Alexa developers via email in an attempt to get them to work on products for Cortana according to a report by VoiceBot. The emails promote Microsoft’s Cortana as being a platform with a large established audience and a lot of potential for future growth due to it already functioning […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:47:48 +0000On MSFTReview: Ultimate Ear’s Wonderboom packs a loud punch, in a tiny rugged body
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/29/review-ultimate-ears-wonderboom-packs-a-loud-punch-in-a-tiny-rugged-body/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:01:22 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/ultimate-ears-wonderboom-outdoors2.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&strip=all&w=1600&h=1000" /></div>
<p>Just in time for spring adventures, Logitech’s Ultimate Ears has launched the latest addition to their speaker line, the Wonderboom. Gaining a reputation in previous years for their compact and well-designed speakers, UE’s Wonderboom is gunning to become the new no-fuss choice for portable speaker shoppers. We got to go hands-on with the company’s new pint-sized speaker offering.</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/xbox-play-anywhere-game-snake-pass-now-available
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:00:04 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/snakepass-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Snake Pass on Xbox One and Windows 10" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/snakepass-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/snakepass-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/snakepass-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Snake Pass is now available to play on Xbox One consoles and Windows 10 devices. As part of Microsoft’s Xbox Play Anywhere initiative, those who purchase it on the Xbox One will also get the game for free on Windows 10 and visa versa. The game is a puzzle-platformer and features 15 levels to complete. […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:00:04 +0000On MSFTWPtorrent app upgrades to UWP format and changes name
https://www.onmsft.com/news/wptorrent-app-upgrades-to-uwp-format-and-changes-name
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 06:31:58 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Windows-10-Hello-1-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows 10" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Windows-10-Hello-1-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Windows-10-Hello-1-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Windows-10-Hello-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />The Windows 10 bittorrent client app, WPTorrent, has been rebranded as wTorrent after its latest update which also finally converted it into the Universal Windows Platform app format (UWP). The app itself can run on both Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile devices and supports background downloads and uploads, built-in video playback, and download/upload rate […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 06:31:58 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft’s Xbox One just got a new Kinect video game
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsofts-xbox-one-just-got-a-new-kinect-video-game
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 06:14:17 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/kinect3-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/kinect3-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/kinect3-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/kinect3-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Air Guitar Warrior is now available to play on the Xbox One. This new game by the creators of Boom Ball and Kung Fu For Kinect mixes the sidescrolling platforming and music genres into something that is pretty unique. Air Guitar Warrior scans players into the game with the console’s Kinect camera which allows gamers […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 06:14:17 +0000On MSFTTinder users can now access dating service via web browsers
https://www.onmsft.com/news/tinder-users-can-now-access-dating-service-via-web-browsers
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 06:01:22 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tinderweb-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Tinder" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tinderweb-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tinderweb-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tinderweb-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />While there has yet to be a release of an official Tinder app for Windows 10 devices, the company behind the dating services has just released an online web version that can be accessed from any web browser from Tinder.com. This web app functions almost identically to the mobile app versions and is currently being […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 06:01:22 +0000On MSFTAfter once calling for a boycott of Apple, President Trump is now using a ‘new iPhone’
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/apple-president-trump-iphone/
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<p>Over a year ago, then-presidential candidate Donald Trump <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/02/19/donald-trump-apple-boycott-iphone/">called for a boycott of all Apple</a> products amid the company’s battle with the FBI over unlocking the San Bernardino iPhone. Fast forward to to present day, however, and President Trump has seemingly rescinded his call for boycott and switched to using an iPhone…</p>
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https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/apple-pay-taiwan-launch/
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<p>After several months of speculation, it appears that Apple Pay is now rolling out to users in Taiwan. According to a report from <em><a href="http://www.chinapost.com.tw/taiwan/national/national-news/2017/03/29/494497/Apple-Pay.htm">The China Post</a></em>, Apple’s mobile payment platform has started rolling out to users in the country…</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/track-your-sleep-with-these-improvements-to-the-fitbit-windows-10-uwp-app
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 01:04:55 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Fitbitsleep-1050x526.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Fitbitsleep-1050x526.jpg 1050w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Fitbitsleep-250x125.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Fitbitsleep-768x385.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" />Fitbit developers inch closer to bringing the full support of the services notification suite to Windows phones, users are also getting newly announced features called Sleep Stages and Sleep insights within the app. Wed, 29 Mar 2017 01:04:55 +0000On MSFTApple no longer allows developers to advertise pricing info such as ‘Free’ in app titles
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/apple-stops-developers-from-touting-free/
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 01:03:42 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/02/app-store.png?w=1600&h=1000#038;h=500" /></div>
<p>Apple is apparently ramping up its efforts to clean up the App Store. According to a report from <em><a href="https://venturebeat.com/2017/03/28/apple-now-rejects-app-store-submissions-when-the-name-includes-the-price/">VentureBeat</a></em>, Apple has started rejecting applications which tout their price in the name, icons, screenshots, or previews…</p>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-releases-windows-10-mobile-15063-2-to-fast-ring-insiders-contains-a-single-fix
Wed, 29 Mar 2017 00:18:58 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-870x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows 10 Creators Update" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-870x580.jpg 870w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-248x165.jpg 248w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Creators-Update-2-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px" />Microsoft has issued another late afternoon (Redmond time) Fast Ring Insider build, this time for Windows 10 Mobile updating it to 15063.2, and it contains a single “fix,” which isn’t much of a fix after all: UPDATE 3/28: We have released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 15063.2 for Mobile to Windows Insiders in the Fast […]Wed, 29 Mar 2017 00:18:58 +0000On MSFTHands-on with what’s new in iOS 10.3 [Video]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/hands-on-with-ios-10-3/
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<p>iOS 10.3 <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/27/ios-10-3/">was released yesterday</a> and it was a major release. Headlined by a brand new file system, the update brings major changes to the backbone of iOS. There are also a whole host of big and small user-facing features to be found as well. In this video walkthrough, we step through some of the changes you can expect to find in this latest release. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/hands-on-with-ios-10-3/#more-474544" class="more-link">more…</a></p><br />Filed under: <a href='https://9to5mac.com/category/apple/'>Apple</a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/gocomments/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/comments/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/" /></a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/godelicious/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/delicious/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/" /></a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/gofacebook/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/facebook/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/" /></a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/gotwitter/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/twitter/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/" /></a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/gostumble/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/stumble/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/" /></a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/godigg/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/digg/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/" /></a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/goreddit/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/reddit/9to5mac.wordpress.com/474544/" /></a> <img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=474544&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=474544&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Tue, 28 Mar 2017 23:59:04 +00009to5MacCongress votes to overturn FCC privacy rules, paving the way for ISPs to sell browsing data
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/congress-vote-on-fcc-privacy-reg/
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<p>Last week, the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/24/senate-overturns-internet-privacy-law-fcc/">US Senate voted to overturn Internet privacy rules</a> that were introduced by the FCC last year. As we noted last week, the next step for the issue was to pass through Congress and today it did just that…</p>
<blockquote><p>This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission entitled “Protecting the Privacy of Customers of Broadband and Other Telecommunications Services.”</p></blockquote>
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https://www.onmsft.com/news/booxio-is-a-neat-audiobook-player-for-windows-10
Tue, 28 Mar 2017 22:11:19 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/booxio-lede-1032x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/booxio-lede-1032x580.jpg 1032w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/booxio-lede-250x140.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/booxio-lede-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1032px) 100vw, 1032px" />All you need is an app to play audiobooks, and Booxio is a pretty neat one available for Windows 10 as well as Windows 10 Mobile.Tue, 28 Mar 2017 22:11:19 +0000On MSFTApple again pulls drone strike tracking app after unexpected App Store approval
https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/28/apple-drone-striking-app-removal/
Tue, 28 Mar 2017 21:44:27 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/metadata-2017-mobile-1490384654-article-header.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&strip=all&w=1600&h=1000" /></div>
<p>Over a year ago, Apple <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2015/09/30/drone-attack-reporting-app-removal/">removed an app called Metadata+</a> from the App Store. The app sent iPhone users alerts when a United States drone strike led to death. Apple’s reasoning at the time was that the app contained “content that many users would find objectionable.”</p>
<p>Fast forward to this week and Metadata+ is again in the news for being approved and removed, all in the span of less than 12 hours…</p>
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http://blogs.windows.com/buildingapps/2017/03/28/simplify-payments-uwp-apps-payment-request-api-microsoft/
Tue, 28 Mar 2017 21:00:04 +0000The Windows 10 team wants to help you take advantage of new simplified payment options for Windows 10 UWP apps. A not-so-appealing part of the ecommerce shopping experience to this day is the checkout process. The average documented shopping cart abandonment rate is 68.81 percent, and 27 percent of U.S. online shoppers have abandoned an […]Tue, 28 Mar 2017 21:00:04 +0000Windows BlogHow we stop fraudulent apps from holding you ransomhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/RjWRyHtp9zc/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Recently we shared our <a href="https://security.googleblog.com/2017/03/diverse-protections-for-diverse.html">2016 Android Security Year in Review</a>, which looks at how we protect Android users and their data. Today, we're taking a closer look at how we shield people from a rare—but particularly disruptive—potentially harmful app (PHA) known as ransomware. We’ve long had protections from ransomware in Android, and we added new ones in Nougat as well.<br/></p><p>Ransomware is a type of app that restricts access to your device until a sum of money is paid. Ransomware usually presents itself in one of two forms: apps that restrict access to your device and then demand payment to regain access to the device, or apps that encrypt data on the device’s external storage (such as an SD card) and then demand payment to decrypt your data. To make the scam more convincing, fraudsters sometimes pretend to be from a credible law enforcement agency and accuse you of doing something illegal so you’re more likely to pay.<br/></p><p>Although ransomware has begun to target mobile devices, it’s still rare: Since 2015, less than 0.00001 percent of installations from Google Play, and less than .01 percent of installations from sources other than Google Play, were categorized as ransomware. (That's less than the odds of getting <a href="http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/odds.shtml">struck by lightning twice</a> in your lifetime!).<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>And Android users have long been protected from ransomware. Our Google Play policies strictly prohibit apps that contain it, and if we ever detect these scams, we rapidly take action. <a href="https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/2812853?hl=en">Verify Apps</a>, our security system that analyzes apps before they are installed and then regularly checks more than 400 million devices and 6 billion apps everyday for PHAs, is another safeguard. And <a href="https://source.android.com/security/overview/kernel-security.html#the-application-sandbox">Application Sandboxing</a>, a technology that forces each app to operate independently of others, provides another layer of defense. Sandboxes require apps to mutually consent to sharing data, a protection which limits ransomware’s ability to access sensitive information like a contact list from another app.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Ransomware protections in Android Nougat</h2><p>With the release of <a href="https://www.android.com/versions/nougat-7-0/">Android 7.0 Nougat</a>, we added to existing defenses against ransomware, and also made some changes to address some of the newer tactics of ransomware scams. Here are a few examples:<br/></p><ul><li><b>Safety blinders</b>: Apps can no longer see which other apps are active. That means scammy ones can’t see what other apps are doing—and can’t inform their attacks based on activity.<br/></li><li><b>Even stronger locks</b>: If you set a lockscreen PIN prior to installing ransomware, ransomware can’t misuse your device’s permissions to change your PIN and lock you out.<br/></li><li><b>Whacking clickjacking</b>: “Clickjacking” tricks people into clicking something, often by obscuring permission dialogs behind other windows. You’re now protected from ransomware attacks that use this tactic to sneakily gain control of a device.<br/></li></ul><h2>Protecting your data and device from ransomware</h2><p>Even with all the safeguards we’ve built into Android and Google Play to protect you from ransomware, there are still a few things that you can do to keep your device safe. <br/></p><p></p><ol><li>Only download apps from a trustworthy source, such as Google Play.<br/></li><li>Ensure <a href="https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/2812853?hl=en">Verify Apps</a> is enabled.<br/></li><li>Install security updates and always ensure your device is updated to the <a href="https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/4457705">latest version</a> to get the best security protection.<br/></li><li><a href="https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/2819582">Back up your device</a>.<br/></li><li>Be cautious. Take a moment to read reviews and other information about apps before installing, to make sure you download the app you’re looking for.<br/></li></ol><p>If you accidentally install ransomware on your phone, you have a few options. First, you can try to <b>boot into safe mode</b>. Starting your device in safe mode means your device only has the original software and apps that came with it. If an app is misbehaving but the issues go away in safe mode, the problem is probably caused by a third-party app downloaded on your device. If you can boot into safe mode, try to uninstall the app and then reboot the device. On a Pixel, you can <a href="https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/4596836?hl=en">get into safe mode with a keyboard combination</a> that PHAs can't touch.<br/></p><p></p><p>If safe mode doesn’t work, then you might have to <b>reset your phone to factory settings</b>. Many devices running Android allow you to remove dangerous apps by resetting it to factory settings (also referred to as formatting the device, or doing a "hard reset"). This should be your last resort, but if you’ve backed up your files, resetting your device should be easy. Check with your carrier or device manufacturer for instructions on how to reset your phone.<br/></p><p>Ransomware on Android is exceedingly rare. Still, we’ve implemented lots of new protections in Nougat, and we continue to improve on the defenses that have long been in place. Those protections, along with extra vigilance about how you download your apps, will help keep you and your device secure.<br/></p><p></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/RjWRyHtp9zc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 20:30:00 +0000Tue, 28 Mar 2017 20:30:00 +0000The Official Google BlogWith connected devices, a smarter home is just an “Ok Google” awayhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/NN4tTBEym0Q/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Google can help make your home smart.</p>Wait, what does that even mean? Reading it books? Teaching it math? No, not quite. The Google Assistant on Google Home and Android phones can help you take control of your home by connecting to some of your favorite home automation services and letting you use your voice to control your devices from anywhere.</div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Today, we’re introducing new home automation integrations—in addition to the ones that <a href="https://blog.google/products/home/your-home-just-got-smarter-new-google-assistant-partners/">already exist</a>—that work with the Google Assistant. So you can now connect your Google Assistant to Best Buy Insignia, LIFX, TP-Link and Wink. Making it easier to just say “Ok Google” and:</p><ul><li>Cool down and “turn on the fan” with the Best Buy Insignia Wi-Fi Smart Plug</li><li>Set the mood for your dinner party and “change the living room lights to blue” with LIFX</li><li>Relax and “dim the living room lights” with TP-Link</li><li>Get comfortable and “turn up the heat” with Wink</li></ul></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>To connect smart home devices to your Google Assistant on Google Home, just go to the Google Home app, select settings and then select Home Control, and click “+” to add a new device. You can also connect your devices within your Assistant on Pixel and Android phone settings.</p><p>As you may have seen earlier today, we <a href="https://blog.google/products/home/google-home-and-wifi-arrive-uk/">announced</a> that Google Home is coming to the UK. These partners, along with others, will also be available in the UK.</p>We’ll continue to add more partners and look forward to helping you feel more in control at home and on the go with the Google Assistant!</div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/NN4tTBEym0Q" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000Tue, 28 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogWith Hidden Figures, Google Play and Made with Code team up to encourage teen girls to codehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/ewCpa2Xtb_o/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>In celebration of Women’s History Month, Google Play is teaming up with Google’s <a href="https://www.madewithcode.com/projects/">Made with Code</a> to encourage more teen girls to study computer science. Starting today, you can watch <a href="https://play.google.com/store/movies/details/Hidden_Figures?id=U386EMeWo3I&hl=en">Hidden Figures</a> on Google Play Movies & TV in the U.S. and Canada—two weeks ahead of the Blu-Ray and DVD release. After you watch Hidden Figures, encourage a teen girl in your life to visit <a href="http://www.madewithcode.com">Made with Code</a> to <a href="https://www.madewithcode.com/projects/">code a message of empowerment</a>, honoring the female mathematicians of the movie. Google’s Made with Code, launched in June 2014, inspires millions of teen girls to try coding and to see it as a means to pursue their dreams.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Hidden Figures tells the true story of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson, the brilliant African-American female mathematicians working at NASA who served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in U.S. history: calculating the momentous launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. </p><p>This story of empowerment and perseverance is more relevant than ever, since <a href="http://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/computer-science-learning-closing-the-gap-girls-brief.pdf">girls are half as likely than boys to indicate interest in computer science.</a> Hidden Figures carries an endearing and inspiring message that will hopefully encourage more girls to study computer science and STEM-related careers. </p><p>Earlier this year, Made With Code brought the magic of the film to local communities by hosting screening and coding parties for teen girls and passionate policy makers in the San Francisco Bay Area, Texas, Georgia, Massachusetts and New York. Hundreds of Googlers host more than 60 coding and viewing parties in their local communities—reaching over 2,500 girls—throughout February and March.</p><p>To keep up the momentum, we’ll provide members of the <a href="http://www.womenlegislators.org/">National Foundation for Women Legislators</a> with free access to the digital version of the movie when they host a Hidden Figures viewing and coding party in their local communities. </p><p>Google Play and Made with Code are committed to fostering a passion for science and technology in the next generation. As they say in Hidden Figures, “You have to see what she becomes.”</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/ewCpa2Xtb_o" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000Tue, 28 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogGoogle app: the ultimate Search tool for iPhone usershttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/usM2wt5j-gg/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Millions of iPhone and iPad users around the world rely on the Google app as a go-to resource for Search. Now we’ve added some new features to make your Search experience even better. Ready to become an iPhone power user? Here’s how.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>Search in any app with the Gboard keyboard extension</b></p>Last May, we <a href="https://blog.google/products/search/gboard-search-gifs-emojis-keyboard/">launched Gboard</a>, a keyboard for iPhone that allows you to search Google and send information, GIFs, emoji, and more — right from your keyboard. While Gboard first launched as a standalone app, it now comes installed with the Google app. Don’t be stifled by the same old texts and smiley faces; with Gboard, expressing yourself with emoji, multiple languages and GIFs has never been easier or more fun. To access, go to your Google app settings to set up Gboard on your device. <p></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>Stay in the know with the “Trending on Google” Widget</b></p>The “Trending on Google” widget keeps you in the know about hot topics and breaking news from around the world by displaying live trending Google searches. See something that catches your eye? Just tap on the trending search to open up the Google app and learn more. </div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>To access the widget, use 3D Touch on the app icon or swipe right on your home screen. To install it, swipe right on your home screen, scroll to the bottom, tap “Edit”, then add “Trending on Google.”</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>Save time with 3D Touch </b></p>Hard pressing on the Google app icon not only allows you to access the new “Trending on Google” widget, it also opens a set of quick search actions to help you get things done faster. One hard press jumpstarts any search that suits your need—whether you’re typing, talking, looking for images, or surfing on the downlow with incognito mode. </div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>We have also integrated 3D Touch throughout the app. When you’re viewing web pages or search results and want to find out more , just hard press on the G button at the bottom of the page to instantly start a new search. Or you can hard press on Search results, Map results, and cards in your feed to see a preview of the content before opening it all the way. </p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Take these search tips for a spin and let us know what you think! To share feedback, go to the settings in the app.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/usM2wt5j-gg" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 14:00:00 +0000Tue, 28 Mar 2017 14:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogGoogle Home and Wifi arrive in the UKhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/4u6JDv5CTas/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>The time we spend at home with our family and friends is special. What if technology could help us make the most of those moments?</p><p>Google Home is a hands-free smart speaker powered by the Google Assistant that does just that. Whether you want to get answers from Google, turn up the music, sort out some everyday tasks or control compatible smart devices in your home, all you have to do is say “Ok Google.”<br/></p><p>And now, Google Home is coming to the UK.<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Get answers from the Google Assistant</h2><p>Ask Google Home a question, and it will give you the answer by tapping into the power of Google—Search, Maps, Translate and more. A combination of our natural language processing, machine learning and voice recognition expertise allow users to interact naturally with the Assistant on Google Home.<br/></p><p>It can also help you with translations and calculations, or deliver a news briefing from publications such as the BBC, The Guardian, The Financial Times, The Sun, The Telegraph, Huffington Post, Sky News, Sky Sports and others. <br/></p><p>Using the Google Assistant, Google Home can answer questions about your interests, the weather, traffic, sports, finance, local businesses and more. You could ask “Where is the nearest petrol station?” and then follow up with,“When does it close?” The Assistant can also have fun—it can tell you jokes, play trivia or make animal sounds. </p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Enjoy your music</h2><p>Google Home helps you listen to your favorite things, whether you're in the mood to listen to a podcast or dance around the living room with your little ones. With a simple voice command, you can play songs, playlists, artists and albums from Google Play Music, Spotify, TuneIn, live radio from the BBC and more.* <br/></p><p>If you have multiple Google Home devices, Chromecast Audio or Chromecast-enabled speakers, you can blast the same tune around the house or group them by room with the multi-room feature.<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Your everyday tasks and your connected home</h2><p>There’s never a shortage of things to do in the home, and sometimes it’d be good to have a bit of help with them. Google Home is there for those times—like setting alarms, starting timers, or adding items to your shopping list—and, if you choose, it can even tell you about your schedule. </p><p>Plus, if you have smart devices in your home, you can control your lights and switches from brands including Nest, Philips or Samsung SmartThings. If you have a Chromecast, you can also use voice commands to play Netflix and YouTube on your TV or binge watch your favorite show.** Simply say, “Ok Google, Play ‘The Crown.’” <br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Your home, your rules</h2><p>With your permission, Google Home can assist you in planning your day, based on information like your calendar entries or flight information from your Google account. But if you'd rather keep things to yourself, you can turn off personal results any time in the Google Home app with a single swipe.<br/></p><p>We know the UK has been patiently waiting for Google Home to arrive and we’ve been working with our favorite partners to give you the best possible experience. We’ll partner with more of your favorite apps and services to help you do more with Google Home over time. And of course, we’ve hidden a few British treats for you to discover. Just try asking Google Home about its hobbies or favorite foods. <br/></p><p><a href="https://madeby.google.com/home/">Google Home </a>will be available in stores on April 6th for £129 from the <a href="https://store.google.com/product/google_home">Google Store</a> and is also available from Argos, <a href="http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/google-home-1490-commercial.html">Currys and PC World</a>, John Lewis and <a href="http://www.maplin.co.uk/p/google-home-voice-activated-smart-speaker-white-and-grey-a14xl">Maplin</a> and coming soon to EE. Colored bases will be available for £18 for fabric and £36 for metal on the Google store helping you customize to fit your home. <br/></p><p>That’s not all...<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Introducing Google Wifi </h2><p>We all know how frustrating it can be when wireless connectivity fails at home, especially if you're streaming your favorite TV show. Today we’re also introducing Google Wifi to the UK. Google Wifi is a home Wi-Fi solution that works with your modem and internet provider to bring you reliable coverage.<br/></p><p>Traditionally Wi-Fi routers haven’t always been built to support the increasing number of devices we use or high bandwidth activities like gaming or watching videos. Google Wifi is a connected system that replaces your current router to bring smarts, security and simplicity to home Wi-Fi to give you consistently strong coverage in your home. <br/></p><p>Google Wifi uses a technology called mesh Wi-Fi (something usually only seen in expensive commercial installations). Within our mesh network, each Google Wifi point creates a high-powered connection, and the different Wifi points work together to determine the best path for your data. The result is Wi-Fi coverage even in hard-to reach areas, not just right next to the router.***<br/></p><p>To make sure you’re always in control, Google Wifi comes with an app that lets you do things like pause Wi-Fi on kids’ devices (when it’s time to come to the dinner table) and is built to help keep your data safe and secure. <br/></p><p><a href="https://madeby.google.com/wifi/">Google Wifi</a> will be available online on April 6th for £129 in a 1-pack and £229 in a 2-pack <a href="https://store.google.com/product/google_wifi">from the Google Store</a>. It is also available from Currys and PC World, Argos, Maplin and John Lewis and coming soon to Amazon. <br/></p><p>Find out more about Google Home and Google Wifi <a href="https://madeby.google.com/">here</a>. <br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p></p><hr/><p></p><p>*Google Home is optimized for selected music services only. Subscriptions/payments may be required.<br/>**Netflix subscription may be required.<br/>****Home materials and layout can affect how Wi-Fi signals travel. Homes with thicker walls or long, narrow layouts may need extra Wifi points for additional coverage.<br/><br/>Google Home requires a Wi-Fi network, a nearby electrical outlet, and a compatible (Android, iOS) mobile device. Minimum OS requirements are available at <a href="http://g.co/home/req">g.co/home/req</a>. Google Wifi requires broadband Internet. Strength and speed of signal will depend on your Internet provider. Each Wifi point requires a nearby electrical outlet. The app requires a mobile device with Android 4 and up or iOS 8 and up.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/4u6JDv5CTas" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 08:30:00 +0000Tue, 28 Mar 2017 08:30:00 +0000The Official Google BlogMicrosoft Store Services SDK launches support for interstitial banner ads
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Mon, 27 Mar 2017 21:00:19 +0000We are excited to announce the launch of interstitial banner ads support in the Microsoft Store Services SDK. Interstitial banner ads have been one of the top Windows Dev Center feature requests since we introduced support for interstitial video ads. What are interstitial banner ads? Interstitial banner ads are a very popular way of monetizing […]Mon, 27 Mar 2017 21:00:19 +0000Windows BlogMicrosoft Store adds new Oculus Rift VR demos powered by Windows 10
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Mon, 27 Mar 2017 17:00:08 +0000<p style="text-align: left;">Explore new worlds and adventures with expanded VR game lineup</p>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 17:00:08 +0000Windows BlogThe She Word: Rosie Rios, former U.S. Treasurer, “Be brave, be empowered, be yourself.”http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/BjF9fiFpHqE/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><i>Editor's Note: In a special guest edition of the She Word, we talked to former U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios about the work she’s done (in and outside of government) to inspire and empower young women. </i></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Let's start off with an easy one ... tell us about your work as U.S. Treasurer.</h3>As U.S. Treasurer, I oversaw the <a href="https://www.moneyfactory.gov/">U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing</a> and the <a href="https://www.usmint.gov/">U.S. Mint</a>, and and was a senior advisor to Secretary Tim Geithner. But my main focus in my eight-year tenure was putting a woman on the U.S. currency for the first time. We engaged the public to decide which historic women would be featured—there were roundtables and townhalls, and a social media portal for people submit their suggestions via Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. This effort wasn’t about one woman, or even 10 women, but about the hundreds of women overlooked in our history. I call these women “buried treasure.” </div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>How did this lead to your current efforts to inspire and <br/>empower women?</h3><p>We learned about a lot of amazing women during the selection process, so we put all the information in a database, and posted it on the Treasury’s website. Now that I’ve left the Treasury, I am working on an initiative called <a href="http://teachersrightinghistory.org/">Teachers Righting History</a>, which gives teachers and students access to the database so that they can recognize the contributions that women have made to American history. They can do this in any way they choose—one of my favorite examples was a young man in high school who choreographed a dance about <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Margaret_Hamilton_(scientist)">Margaret Hamilton’s</a> experience as a software engineer working for MIT and NASA. It was really powerful.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>How does Teachers Righting History influence young girls?</h3>Girls’ experiences in school shape their confidence. What they are exposed to has the same influence as what they are <i>not </i>exposed to. So if they aren’t seeing women celebrated in history lessons or in the classroom, they get the message that women are invisible, and then will question their own value and abilities. When we shine a spotlight on women who have changed history, their accomplishments will inspire other women to change the world, too. And here’s what’s also incredible ... Teachers Righting History is resonating just as much with boys as it is with girls. </div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>You teamed up with Google for International Women’s Day. Can you tell us about that? </h3><p>I worked with Google’s Education team to create some cool stuff through Expeditions and YouTube. Let’s talk about Expeditions first, they are amazing on so many levels! I’m a huge fan of the visual arts. Videos, pictures, and today’s technology allow kids to connect much more powerfully with information and data—they can almost feel it and that is how they learn.</p><p>For International Women’s Day, we created 40 new Expeditions to expose kids to career paths they never knew existed. They could experience what it’s like to be an astronaut, an engineer, a UN policy advisor, a female firefighter and more. We are giving young girls a glimpse of these careers now, so that they’ll be inspired to pursue those careers one day. Our future leaders need inspiration in order to have aspiration.<br/></p><p>I also worked with the YouTube team to create a YouTube Kids playlist called “Super Women of Our Past,” about the women who shaped our country’s history. Some of these women are already in history books (like Eleanor Roosevelt and Harriet Tubman) and others are less well-known—so this is another way to help young kids discover the buried treasure I mentioned before.<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Back to the buried treasure … who is an example of a woman you discovered and never knew about before?</h3><p>Grace Hopper—she was one of the pioneers of coding. Imagine what it would look like if this generation of young girls grew up wanting to be the next Grace Hopper?</p><h3>If you could ask one woman from history a question … who would it be and what would you ask?</h3><p>I can’t pick just one! I’d want to ask all of them, “what did you want to be when you grew up?” A person’s aspirations as a child are so important, but most of these women grew up during a time when their options were limited. </p><h3>When you were growing up, did you ever dream that one day you’d be U.S. Treasurer? What did you want to be when you were young?</h3>I never in a million years thought I’d work in the federal government, but I had no doubt that I would go to college. I was raised by a single mom, and she sent all nine of her kids to college during a time when the dropout rate for Latino communities was really high. I always wanted to be a lawyer, and I thought I’d go into family law. I wanted to be a champion for families like my mom was. She was the one who would drive someone to the doctor if they needed a ride, or would hold a meeting at our house about installing a stoplight at the corner. My mom was my first exposure to true feminism. </div></div>
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Mon, 27 Mar 2017 16:01:26 +0000Did you know that, with your Windows 10 PC, you already have access to the free <a href="https://aka.ms/a71hr2">Xbox app?</a> In fact, the Xbox app is built directly into Windows 10, so it’s already there and ready for you.Mon, 27 Mar 2017 16:01:26 +0000Windows BlogCortana at your fingertips, now on Android lock screen
http://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/03/27/cortana-fingertips-now-android-lock-screen/
Mon, 27 Mar 2017 13:00:03 +0000Since releasing Cortana* on Android and iOS a year ago in the US and more recently in the UK, you have been telling us what you liked and how you’d like it to be improved and we’re excited to tell you more about what we’ve been up to this month. The information you need to […]Mon, 27 Mar 2017 13:00:03 +0000Windows BlogData Journalism Awards 2017: Call for submissionshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/B402Cb7bnFQ/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>With trust in journalism under attack, data journalism has never been more vital. And this year, for the sixth consecutive year, we’re proud to support the 2017 <a href="https://www.datajournalismawards.org/">Data Journalism Awards</a>.</p><p>But you need to get your skates on: The <a href="https://www.datajournalismawards.org/">deadline is fast approaching </a>for the only global awards recognizing work that brings together data, visualization and storytelling to produce some of the most innovative journalism out in the world today.</p>It’s a part of our commitment to <a href="https://digitalnewsinitiative.com/">supporting innovative journalism</a> both in Europe and around the world.</div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Past winners of the $1,801 prizes include the New York Times, Buzzfeed, FiveThirtyEight, Quartz and IndiaSpend. 2017 hopefuls don’t have long: the deadline for this year’s awards is April 7, 2017 at midnight GMT.</p><p>And if you’re wondering why the prize is $1,801? That’s because <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/22/magazine/who-made-that-pie-chart.html">in 1801 William Playfair invented the pie chart</a>.</p><p>Aimed at newsrooms and journalists in organizations of all sizes—big and small—the #DJA2016 awards will recognize the best work in key <a href="https://www.datajournalismawards.org/categories/">categories</a>, including:</p><ul><li><p>Data visualisation of the year</p></li><li><p>Investigation of the year</p></li><li><p>News data app of the year</p></li><li><p>Data journalism website of the year</p></li><li><p>The Chartbeat award for the best use of data in a breaking news story, within first 36 hours</p></li><li><p>Open data award</p></li><li><p>Small newsrooms (one or more winners)</p></li><li><p>Student and young data journalist of the year</p></li><li><p>Best individual portfolio</p></li></ul><p>The competition is organized by the <a href="https://www.globaleditorsnetwork.org/">Global Editors Network</a>: a cross-platform community of editors-in-chief and media innovators committed to high-quality journalism, with the support of Google and the Knight Foundation. For Google, the Data Journalism Awards offer another way for foster innovation through partnership with the news industry, in addition to our efforts through the <a href="https://www.digitalnewsinitiative.com/">Digital News Initiative</a> and the work of the <a href="https://newslab.withgoogle.com/">Google News Lab</a> teams around the world.</p><p>Data journalists, editors and publishers are encouraged to submit their work for consideration by joining the GEN community via <a href="https://www.datajournalismawards.org/">this form</a> by April 7 at midnight GMT. A <a href="https://www.datajournalismawards.org/jury/">jury of peers</a> from the publishing community, including new jury members Esra Doğramacı from Deutsche Welle and Data Journalism China’s Yolanda Ma will choose the winners, which will be announced during a gala dinner at the Global Editors Network Summit in Vienna on June 22.</p><p>Good luck!</p><p><i>Simon Rogers is Data Editor at Google’s News Lab and Director of the Data Journalism Awards</i><br/></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/B402Cb7bnFQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 08:00:00 +0000Mon, 27 Mar 2017 08:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogTake your shot. Let Google give you the Assist(ant).http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/_ZM5NzxvDEI/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Your Google Assistant can help you follow all of the ups and downs of college hoops, from South Carolina’s surprise win to Villanova’s bracket-busting loss to this weekend’s nail-biting matchups.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Whether you’re cheering along with friends or already looking ahead to when you’ll <i>definitely</i> win the pool next year... the Google Assistant is on your team. </p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/_ZM5NzxvDEI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 24 Mar 2017 23:00:00 +0000Fri, 24 Mar 2017 23:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogICYMI – Your weekly TL;DR
https://blogs.windows.com/buildingapps/2017/03/24/icymi-weekly-tldr-7/
Fri, 24 Mar 2017 22:00:13 +0000Busy weekend of coding ahead? Get the latest from this week in Windows Developer before you go heads down. Standard C++ and the Windows Runtime (C++/WinRT) The Windows Runtime (WinRT) is the technology that powers the Universal Windows Platform, letting developers write applications that are common to all Windows devices, from Xbox to PCs to […]Fri, 24 Mar 2017 22:00:13 +0000Windows BlogThe High Five: game time and morphin’ timehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/4xzH2X4ObIs/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>This week, we saw lots of high fives on the basketball court and among Power Rangers fans … but not on a particular episode of “Wheel of Fortune.” Here are a few of the top five trending Google searches from the week of March 20.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Tragedy in London</h3><p>People turned to Google find out more information about the tragic attack in front of the U.K. Parliament in London, and developments in the days that followed. Many questions centered on the identity of the attacker, who killed four people in the deadliest terror attack in the U.K. in over a decade.<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>It’s searchin’ time</h3><p>Children of the ‘90s, rejoice—and go, go to the movies. The Power Rangers are back, with a reboot hitting theaters today. Some people are nostalgic and searching about past Power Rangers, while others want to know who’s who in the new movie. One thing’s for sure, the graphics and costumes have improved over the last couple of decades.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Bracket racket</h3><p>The NCAA Basketball Tournament is in full swing (oops, wrong sport). In addition to bracket updates and scores, people wanted to know: “What are the conference records for the NCAA tournament?” And “Gonzaga Men’s Basketball” is a <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/story/US_cu_IIZjqloBAAAZrM_en">trending search</a> now that they’re one win away from their first-ever Final Four.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>The other type of Court</h3><p>Searches about Neil Gorsuch continued to rise this week, as the Supreme Court nominee’s confirmation hearing took place in Washington. So far, searchers seem to be in the “small talk at a dinner party” phase—they’re curious about his age, where he lives and his marital status.</p></div></div>
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https://blogs.windows.com/buildingapps/2017/03/24/uwp-community-toolkit-helps-windows-developers-easily-create-well-designed-user-friendly-apps/
Fri, 24 Mar 2017 17:00:17 +0000In August 2016, we introduced the open-source UWP Community Toolkit. It simplifies app development and enables developers to collaborate and contribute new capabilities on top of the Windows SDK for Windows 10. Developers can leverage the UWP Community Toolkit to build UWP apps for any Windows 10 device, including PC, mobile, Xbox, the Internet of […]Fri, 24 Mar 2017 17:00:17 +0000Windows BlogCSS Custom Properties in Microsoft Edge
http://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2017/03/24/css-custom-properties/
Fri, 24 Mar 2017 16:00:46 +0000Beginning with EdgeHTML 15 in the Windows 10 Creators Update, Microsoft Edge introduces support for CSS Custom Properties, a new primitive value type to fully cascade variables across CSS properties. You can preview CSS Custom Properties in Windows Insider Preview builds beginning with EdgeHTML 15.15061. Check out our Custom Properties Pooch demo to see them […]Fri, 24 Mar 2017 16:00:46 +0000Windows BlogThe She Word: Kawana T. King, lawyer and “force for good”http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/3K3Mu6xAdiU/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><i>In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the powerful, dynamic and creative women of Google. Like generations before them, these women break down barriers and defy expectations at work and in their communities. Over the course of the month, we’ll help you get to know a few of these Google women, and share a bit about who they are and why they inspire us.</i></p>In this installment of the She Word, we talked to Kawana T. King, a lawyer in our New York office. In addition to JD, she’s earned the title of “hostess with the mostess”—just ask anyone who’s attended her annual Christmas party. </div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>How do you explain your job at a dinner party?</h3><p>I usually don't ... I like leaving work at work. But if I need to explain, I say that I provide legal counsel for our advertising products.</p><h3>Why are you proud to be a woman at Google?</h3><p>In Google’s legal department, we have four female vice presidents. There’s a lot of talk in tech about needing more women in leadership positions, but I get to witness that everyday. It’s really inspiring.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Why did you decide to pursue law, and why practice it at Google?</h3><p>Growing up I was always told that I argued too much, so becoming a lawyer seemed to be a “natural fit.” Throughout my career, I’ve practiced law across various industries, like entertainment and financial services. Working at Google, I get to bring legal expertise to the development of groundbreaking products and services. And one of the best parts about Google is that I’m not just here to be a lawyer—there are opportunities to pursue personal interests, like our diversity efforts, as well.</p><h3>If you could ask one woman from history a question … who would it be and what would you ask?</h3><p>I would ask Harriet Tubman what gave her the strength to face her fears and take action. We are all faced with obstacles that we must overcome, but it’s hard to get past the intimidation. All tips help!</p><h3>What advice would you give to women starting out in their careers?</h3><p>Know your worth, display confidence and don't be afraid to ask for what you want. If you doubt yourself, you invite others to do the same.</p><h3>What do you hope to accomplish on behalf of women everywhere?</h3><p>Quite simply ... I’ll pay it forward. I’ve been lucky to have powerful and positive female influences in my life (hi Mom!). By exhibiting character, confidence, and a strong work ethic, I hope to be a force for good in another young girl’s life.</p><h3>How do you spend most of your time outside of work?</h3><p>I love traveling—Paris and Thailand are my all-time favorite spots. I’ve also gotten hooked on traveling for Carnival, which is an annual festival that occurs in various countries. So far, I’ve celebrated Carnival in Trinidad, Barbados and Miami. My next trip is to Italy—I’m taking my mom for her 65th birthday!</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/3K3Mu6xAdiU" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Thu, 23 Mar 2017 17:00:00 +0000Thu, 23 Mar 2017 17:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogWork hacks from G Suite: a new corporate training regimen (no weights required)http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/qjqKz8ZLJLo/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><a href="https://www.blog.google/products/g-suite/g-suite-lifehacks-automating-manual-processes-work/">In our first G Suite Hacks article</a>, we shared tips from the <a href="https://goo.gl/5b5gGx">Transformation Gallery</a> to help employees automate everyday workflows and save time. Today, we’re focusing on corporate training tips that will help your employees stay engaged so they can do their best work.</p><p>According to last year's <a href="https://dupress.deloitte.com/dup-us-en/focus/human-capital-trends/2016/fostering-culture-of-learning-for-employees.html">Global Human Capital Trends report</a> by Deloitte, employees at all levels expect their employers to provide consistent opportunities to learn and develop new skills, and 30% of executives see learning as a primary driver of employee development. But training employees has its own set of challenges, like scaling programs and trainers, ensuring easy access to training materials, accommodating learning styles and tracking progress.</p><p>Here are a few ways you can improve your corporate training with G Suite:</p><h3>1. Scale your training program with an online hub</h3><p></p><p>Create one place where employees can access training material any time. Start by uploading or creating your training files in <a href="https://support.google.com/a/answer/7337635">Team Drives</a>, a central place within <a href="https://www.google.com/drive/">Drive</a> for teams to house files. Organize these files into shared folders by topic or course level. Next, <a href="http://www.sites.google.com">set up a Site</a> to display all of the content from Drive and add relevant pages, like training videos, slides, guidelines or handbooks. Share your new hub with employees so that they can easily access training materials, even on mobile. And anytime you need to update training materials, just go into Drive and update the files there. Sites will automatically reflect changes. </p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>In a world dominated by technology, a good education depends on digital know-how—in addition to problem solving, clear communication and organizational skills. Students need both digital and soft skills to guide them through college, into the workplace and beyond.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>1. Empower students to take control of their learning </h2>High school students are learning how to work independently and use technology to explore new concepts. When AP English students come across a word they don’t know in Shakespeare’s “King Lear,” for example, they can look it up on their Chromebooks rather than ask me for the definition. Students love proving me wrong about facts related to classic literature like “The Crucible” by researching on their Chromebooks—and their eyes light up when their point of view is validated. With classroom technology, we’re teaching students to take charge of their own learning and engage in healthy debate.</div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>2. Quiz students often to assess understanding </h2>Every day my students take mini-quizzes via <a href="https://www.google.com/forms/about/">Google Forms</a> so I can gauge whether they understand the topic I just covered or if I need to modify my instruction. When teaching semicolons, for instance, my students take a four-question quiz using their <a href="https://www.google.com/chromebook/">Chromebooks</a> to identify sentences that use semicolons correctly. If 75 percent of the class gets a question wrong, I know to back up and explain the concept in a different way or provide more examples. This not only improves their academic performance, but it also it teaches them the importance of clear communication and continuous feedback. </div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>3. Turn feedback into a critical thinking exercise</h2><p>It’s common for students to accept a teacher’s revisions to their work without considering why specific changes are made. By making the feedback process interactive, students are encouraged to think critically before accepting edits at face value. For example, when I’m reviewing essays or creative writing, I often suggest incorrect or ridiculous changes using comments and suggested edits in <a href="https://www.google.com/docs/about/">Google Docs</a>—and my students know this type of feedback is coming. Typically, half of my edits will require students to think deeply before hitting the “accept” button. It forces them to play a more active role in their learning, and to constantly challenge ideas.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>I believe that teaching students digital and critical thinking skills matters more than teaching them how to ace a test. To prepare students for lifelong success, we must encourage them to brainstorm new ideas and embrace the new tools at their fingertips.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/nkT4qv6Cnsw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Thu, 23 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000Thu, 23 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogHoward University opens a new campus at the Googleplexhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/50jYabxRw70/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>When I joined Google a decade ago, there was hardly any discussion of diversity in tech. This was long before we published our diversity numbers or understood how important it was for our workforce to reflect the diversity of our users. This was also long before we started formally recruiting from Howard University, a historically Black institution.</p><p>Howard happens to be my alma mater, so I am especially proud to share that our formal recruiting from the university has evolved into a residency for Black CS majors right here at the Googleplex. “Howard West” is now the centerpiece of Google’s effort to recruit more Black software engineers from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)—and to make them feel right at home here in Mountain View.</p><p>One of my all-time favorite quotes comes from acclaimed management consultant Peter Drucker: “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” This is exactly the thinking behind Howard West, as the program is a way to create a future that reflects the values of diversity and inclusion Google has held since day one. With a physical space on campus where Howard students and Googlers can grow together, I can only imagine what innovation and creativity will come to light.</p><p>Rising juniors and seniors in Howard’s computer science (CS) program can attend Howard West, for three months at a time. Senior Google engineers and Howard faculty will serve as instructors. The program kicks off this summer and we plan to scale it to accommodate students from other HBCUs in the near future.</p><p>HBCUs are a pillar in the CS education community, producing more than a third of all Black CS graduates in the U.S. Google already has a strong partnership with Howard through <a href="https://careers.google.com/stories/google-in-residence/">Google in Residence (GIR)</a>, a program that embeds Google engineers as faculty at Howard and other HBCUs. </p><p>Through GIR we’ve learned a lot about the hurdles Black students face in acquiring full-time work in the tech industry. The lack of exposure, access to mentors and role models are critical gaps that Howard West will solve. We’ve also heard that many CS students struggle to find the time to practice coding while juggling a full course load and part-time jobs. Left unchecked, systematic barriers lead to low engagement and enrollment in CS, low retention in CS programs and a lack of <a href="http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/news/2016/02/26/bryan-stevenson-technology-industry-silicon-valley-diversity-google/80986922/">proximity and strong relationships</a> between Silicon Valley, HBCUs and the larger African American Community.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>“Howard West will produce hundreds of industry-ready Black computer science graduates, future leaders with the power to transform the global technology space into a stronger, more accurate reflection of the world around us. We envisioned this program with bold outcomes in mind—to advance a strategy that leverages Howard’s high quality faculty and Google’s expertise, while also rallying the tech industry and other thought leaders around the importance of diversity in business and the communities they serve,” says Dr. Wayne Frederick, President of Howard University.</p><p>During my time at Howard, I worked side-by-side with future lawyers, doctors, writers, entertainers, architects and business leaders. The spirit of total possibility put me on my path to Harvard Business School and ultimately Google. Howard West will continue Howard’s tradition of providing unprecedented access to opportunity, only now with a presence in the heart of Silicon Valley.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/50jYabxRw70" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Thu, 23 Mar 2017 12:00:00 +0000Thu, 23 Mar 2017 12:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogDiverse protections for a diverse ecosystem: Android Security 2016 Year in Reviewhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/sTKqjhU9O_w/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Today, we’re sharing the third annual Android Security Year In Review, a comprehensive look at our work to protect more than 1.4 billion Android users and their data.</p><p>Our goal is simple: keep our users safe. In 2016, we improved our abilities to stop dangerous apps, built new security features into Android 7.0 Nougat, and collaborated with device manufacturers, researchers, and other members of the Android ecosystem. For more details, you can read the <a href="https://static.googleusercontent.com/media/source.android.com/en//security/reports/Google_Android_Security_2016_Report_Final.pdf">full Year in Review report</a> or <a href="https://youtu.be/kNRS6FAsagg">watch our webinar</a>.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Over the years, we’ve built a variety of systems to address these threats, such as application analyzers that constantly review apps for unsafe behavior, and Verify Apps which regularly checks users’ devices for PHAs. When these systems detect PHAs, we warn users, suggest they think twice about downloading a particular app, or even remove the app from their devices entirely.</p><p>We constantly monitor threats and improve our systems over time. Last year’s data reflected those improvements: Verify Apps conducted 750 million daily checks in 2016, up from 450 million the previous year, enabling us to reduce the PHA installation rate in the top 50 countries for Android usage.</p><p>Google Play continues to be the safest place for Android users to download their apps. Installs of PHAs from Google Play decreased in nearly every category:<br/></p><ul><li>Now 0.016 percent of installs, trojans dropped by 51.5 percent compared to 2015<br/></li><li>Now 0.003 percent of installs, hostile downloaders dropped by 54.6 percent compared to 2015<br/></li><li>Now 0.003 percent of installs, backdoors dropped by 30.5 percent compared to 2015<br/></li><li>Now 0.0018 percent of installs, phishing apps dropped by 73.4 percent compared to 2015<br/></li></ul><p>By the end of 2016, only 0.05 percent of devices that downloaded apps exclusively from Play contained a PHA; down from 0.15 percent in 2015.</p><p>Still, there’s more work to do for devices overall, especially those that install apps from multiple sources. While only 0.71 percent of all Android devices had PHAs installed at the end of 2016, that was a slight increase from about 0.5 percent in the beginning of 2015. Using improved tools and the knowledge we gained in 2016, we think we can reduce the number of devices affected by PHAs in 2017, no matter where people get their apps.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Sharing information about security threats between Google, device manufacturers, the research community, and others helps keep all Android users safer. In 2016, our biggest collaborations were via our monthly security updates program and ongoing partnership with the security research community.</p><p>Security updates are regularly highlighted as a pillar of mobile security—and rightly so. We <a href="https://android.googleblog.com/2015/08/an-update-to-nexus-devices.html">launched our monthly security updates program</a> in 2015, following the public disclosure of a bug in Stagefright, to help accelerate patching security vulnerabilities across devices from many different device makers. This program expanded significantly in 2016:</p><ul><li>More than 735 million devices from 200+ manufacturers received a platform security update in 2016.<br/></li><li>We released monthly Android security updates throughout the year for devices running Android 4.4.4 and up—that accounts for 86.3 percent of all active Android devices worldwide.<br/></li><li>Our carrier and hardware partners helped expand deployment of these updates, releasing updates for over half of the top 50 devices worldwide in the last quarter of 2016.<br/></li></ul><p>We provided monthly security updates for all supported Pixel and Nexus devices throughout 2016, and we’re thrilled to see our partners invest significantly in regular updates as well. There’s still a lot of room for improvement however. About half of devices in use at the end of 2016 had not received a platform security update in the previous year. We’re working to increase device security updates by streamlining our security update program to make it easier for manufacturers to deploy security patches and releasing <a href="https://source.android.com/devices/tech/ota/ab_updates.html">A/B updates</a> to make it easier for users to apply those patches.</p><p>On the research side, our Android Security Rewards program grew rapidly: we <a href="https://security.googleblog.com/2017/01/vulnerability-rewards-program-2016-year.html">paid researchers nearly $1 million dollars</a> for their reports in 2016. In parallel, we worked closely with various security firms to identify and quickly fix issues that may have posed risks to our users.</p><p>We appreciate all of the hard work by Android partners, external researchers, and teams at Google that led to the progress the ecosystem has made with security in 2016. But it doesn’t stop there. Keeping users safe requires constant vigilance and effort. We’re looking forward to new insights and progress in 2017 and beyond.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/sTKqjhU9O_w" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 22 Mar 2017 17:00:00 +0000Wed, 22 Mar 2017 17:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogSecuring your devices: Android Security Year in Reviewhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/6GU_hZRB0ww/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Security is critical for every single one of our 1.4 billion Android users — from consumers to enterprise users in highly regulated industries. That’s why, in addition to all the work we do to make Android devices secure out of the box, we also provide <a href="https://enterprise.google.com/android/">additional features for enterprises </a>that want to control their own security protocols.</p><p>Today, we released the third annual <a href="https://www.blog.google/topics/connected-workspaces/diverse-protections-diverse-ecosystem-android-security-2016-year-review/">Android Security Year in Review</a>, which details the measures taken to protect Android users and their data over the last year, as well as the results of those efforts.</p><p>In 2016, we <a href="https://blog.google/topics/connected-workspaces/android-70-nougat-brings-more-sweetness-and-security-work/">released many enterprise capabilities</a> to strengthen Android security, such as “always-on” VPN, security policy transparency, process logging, improved WiFi certification handling and client certification improvements. Android’s security and management features are simple to use for businesses of any size, with powerful tools for admins.</p><p>Overall, we improved our abilities to stop dangerous apps, built new security features into Android 7.0 Nougat and collaborated with device manufacturers, researchers and other members of the Android ecosystem.</p><p>The results have been tangible. We saw dramatic decreases in <a href="https://blog.google/topics/safety-security/shielding-you-potentially-harmful-applications/">Potentially Harmful Apps</a> (PHAs) that may put users’ data or devices at risk, worked with partners to improve security device update rates and grew our <a href="https://www.google.com/about/appsecurity/android-rewards/">Android Security Rewards</a> program.</p><p>Whether talking about consumers or enterprises, our goal is simple: keep our users safe. For more details about our findings, read the <a href="https://static.googleusercontent.com/media/source.android.com/en//security/reports/Google_Android_Security_2016_Report_Final.pdf">full Year in Review report</a> or <a href="https://youtu.be/kNRS6FAsagg">watch our webinar</a>.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/6GU_hZRB0ww" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 22 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000Wed, 22 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogGoogle for Brazil: Building a more inclusive internet for everyone, everywherehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/oc_JbyuX7Uo/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Google for Brazil: Building a more inclusive internet for everyone, everywhere</h2><p>Brazilians love the internet. With more than 139 million people online, Brazil ranks among the top five internet populations in the world. Brazilians are also heavy users of Google products, from Search and Android to YouTube and Maps to Photos and Waze. And Brazil is an innovation hub for Google. Our engineering team in Belo Horizonte has made remarkable contributions to our products globally, such as improving health-related searches.<br/></p><p>But we know there is still a lot of work to do in Brazil and elsewhere to make technology work better for more people. So today at our Google for Brazil event in São Paulo, we made several announcements about how we're working to make the internet more inclusive and to make our products work better for people in Brazil—and around the world.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Google Duo audio calling</h2><p>Last year we created Google Duo to bring simple, high-quality video calling to users on Android and iOS. Now we’re adding audio-only calling in Duo. So in those moments when video calling isn't an option—like when you’re about to hop on a crowded bus or have a poor network connection—you can stay connected with family and friends through audio calling. Duo audio calls work well on all connection speeds and won't eat up your data. This feature will be available starting today first in Brazil, and we'll be rolling it out to users around the world in the coming days.<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Google Allo file sharing and Smart Smiley in Brazilian Portuguese</h2><p>Since launching Google Allo last September, users in countries like Brazil have requested the ability to share documents in group chats. Starting today, Android users everywhere will be able to share documents and other files (.pdf, .docs, .apk, .zip, and mp3) with friends on Allo. And for users in Brazil, we're also rolling out Smart Smiley in Portuguese, which uses machine learning to help you find the right emoji faster. Tap the Smart Smiley icon on the compose bar, and the app will suggest relevant emojis and stickers to help you finish your thought.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Maps location sharing</h2><p>We're adding a new location sharing feature in Google Maps that lets you tell your friends and family where you are and when you’ll arrive at your destination. You have complete control over whether you share your location, who you share it with, and how long you share it. You can stop sharing at any time. No more "where are you now?" messages back and forth. To manage your location sharing settings across Google products go to the "Your personal info" section of My Account and select <a href="https://myaccount.google.com/locationsharing">Location Sharing</a>.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Posts on Google</h2><p>Last year we started experimenting with allowing people and places to post directly on Google Search. We started out with the <a href="https://blog.google/topics/politics-elections/republican-debate-presidential-politics/">U.S. election</a> and have completed dozens of other experiments around the world. Starting today, in the U.S. and Brazil, we’re taking it to the next step and opening up the <a href="https://posts.withgoogle.com/">application process</a> so that organizations and people within specific categories can post directly on Google.<br/></p><p>Now, when you search for museums, sports teams, sports leagues, movies and, in Brazil for now, musicians, you can find content from that participating organization or person, right on Google. So if you’re searching for the <a href="https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=henry+ford+musuem&*">Henry Ford Museum</a> in the U.S. or for <a href="http://www.vanessadamata.com.br/">Vanessa da Mata</a> in Brazil, you'll see updates directly from the source with relevant information, like new exhibits, timely updates and interesting facts. Beyond these categories in the U.S. and Brazil, we’ll continue to experiment globally and look forward to making Search even more useful and timely.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>We made some Brazil-specific announcements at our event in São Paulo today as well, including plans to roll out the Google Assistant in Brazilian Portuguese on Android phones running Marshmallow or Nougat. We also extended a $5 million Google.org grant to the <a href="http://www.fundacaolemann.org.br/lemann-foundation/">Lemann Foundation</a> for an exciting tech-based education project in Brazil, launched the iconic <a href="http://masp.art.br/masp2010/">São Paulo Museum of Art</a> on <a href="http://g.co/masp">Google Arts & Culture</a>, and announced plans to roll out Waze Carpool in Brazil later this year.</p><p>All of today's announcements were inspired by your feedback. We do extensive research in places like Brazil, and we use those insights to make new product features tailored to people's needs in mobile-first countries. The great thing about building products for the most difficult, limited internet conditions is that you end up creating great products for everyone, everywhere.<br/></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/oc_JbyuX7Uo" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:00:00 +0000Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogShare your trips and real-time location from Google Mapshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/fSQaN-bGWXQ/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>“Where are you now?” and “What's your ETA?” Whether you’re heading to a party or meeting up for dinner, you probably hear questions like this pretty often from family and friends. Soon Google Maps users worldwide will be able to answer those questions in just a few taps, without ever leaving the app. On both Android and iOS, you’ll be able to <a href="http://g.co/sharelocation">share your real-time location</a> with anyone. And the people you share with will be able to see your location on Android, iPhone, mobile web, and even desktop. Here’s how it works in a real-world scenario:</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Location sharing on Google Maps is rolling out soon worldwide, and you’ll be able to quickly let your friends and family know where you are and when you’ll get where you’re going. The answer to “where are you?” is only a tap away.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/fSQaN-bGWXQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 22 Mar 2017 14:00:00 +0000Wed, 22 Mar 2017 14:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogWe’ve moved! Find us at the new Microsoft Edge Dev Blog
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Thu, 23 Apr 2015 14:31:57 +0000As we continue to hear feedback from our customers, we are making investments in tools and features that help our customers get to Internet Explorer 11 before the January 12, 2016 support deadline. We encourage all of our customers to stay up-to-date on the latest version and to leverage features such as Enterprise Mode and...Thu, 23 Apr 2015 14:31:57 +0000IEBlogApril 2015 security updates for Internet Explorer
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Tue, 14 Apr 2015 11:00:00 +0000Microsoft Security Bulletin MS15-032 (3038314)This critical security update resolves vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer. For more information, please see Microsoft Security Bulletin MS15-032. Security Update for Flash Player (3049508) This security update for Adobe Flash Player in Internet Explorer 10 and 11 on supported editions of Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 and Windows...Tue, 14 Apr 2015 11:00:00 +0000IEBlogAnnouncing the 2015 “Project Spartan” Web Summit, May 5th and 6th in Mountain View, CA
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Mon, 13 Apr 2015 09:59:00 +0000In March, the Project Spartan team hosted a small, by-invitation workshop at our Silicon Valley campus with developers attending from popular sites and frameworks based around the Silicon Valley area. This was an invaluable opportunity for us to share our plans and meet face to face with developers that build with the Web platform. We...Mon, 13 Apr 2015 09:59:00 +0000IEBlogProject Spartan now available in the Windows 10 Technical Preview for phones
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Thu, 02 Apr 2015 11:00:03 +0000For several releases, Internet Explorer has had diagnostic tools that help developers debug visual issues, find JavaScript bugs, and profile Web sites. These tools have shipped both in the browser as the F12 Developer Tools as well as in Visual Studio. In the interest of making the modern Web “just work” for everyone, today we’re...Thu, 02 Apr 2015 11:00:03 +0000IEBlog"Project Spartan" in the Windows Technical Preview build 10049
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Mon, 30 Mar 2015 15:30:00 +0000Today we’re excited to announce the availability of a new build for Windows Insiders with the first preview of “Project Spartan,” the new browser for Windows 10. You can learn more in Joe Belfiore’s blog post, “Introducing Project Spartan: The New Browser Built for Windows 10.” This build does not yet include all the changes...Mon, 30 Mar 2015 15:30:00 +0000IEBlogUpdates from the “Project Spartan” Developer Workshop
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Tue, 24 Mar 2015 11:00:13 +0000Today we’re excited to host some of our top web site partners, enterprise developers and web framework authors at the Microsoft Silicon Valley campus for a “Project Spartan” developer workshop to get an early look at Windows 10’s new default browsing experience as it rapidly approaches a public preview. This is another step in our...Tue, 24 Mar 2015 11:00:13 +0000IEBlogPartnering with Adobe on new contributions to our web platform
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