Popular vendor of OS.http://aics-app.sakura.ne.jp/rss_share/201504271430106698867Microsoft, Apple, Google's latest news. Contains official and unofficial news.(ENG)Microsoft releases a fix for the “no content available” error on MSN News for iOS
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-releases-a-fix-for-the-no-content-available-error-on-msn-news-for-ios
Tue, 20 Jun 2017 05:57:13 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MSN-News-iOS-Featured-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="MSN News iOS Featured" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MSN-News-iOS-Featured-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MSN-News-iOS-Featured-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MSN-News-iOS-Featured-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft has fixed an issue on MSN News that prevented the news from loading.Tue, 20 Jun 2017 05:57:13 +0000On MSFTTrump calls for ‘sweeping transformation’ of gov IT as Tim Cook pushes to make coding a requirement in schools
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/tim-cook-donald-trump-meeting-tech-it-government/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 22:42:49 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/tim-cook-apple-trump.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=791" /></div><p style="text-align:center;"><em>REUTERS/Carlos Barria (Caption contest in the comments…)</em></p>
<p>As we <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/trump-tech-council-tim-cook-apple/">reported earlier today,</a> Tim Cook was among a handful of tech executives who met with President Donald Trump today in Washington D.C. The central purpose of the meeting was to help use technology to cut costs and further modernize the United States government. Now, <a href="https://www.recode.net/2017/6/19/15833288/trump-tech-ceos-white-house-apple-amazon">Recode</a> is offering up a few additional details as to what was said…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/tim-cook-donald-trump-meeting-tech-it-government/#more-487999" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487999&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=487999&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 22:42:49 +00009to5MaciPhone 8 screen protector shows nearly bezel-less design, front camera & sensor cutout
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/iphone-8-screen-protector-leak/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 22:12:47 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/iphone-8-screen-protector.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=801" /></div><p>Building on <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/12/newly-leaked-iphone-8-parts-give-glimpse-into-rumored-design/">various recently</a> leaked <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/03/16/tsmc-arm-7nm-chips/">parts</a>, an alleged iPhone 8 screen protector is now making the rounds on Chinese social networking site Weibo. The screen protector was also shared on <a href="http://www.slashleaks.com/l/video-hands-on-iphone-8-screen-protector">SlashLeaks</a> and <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2017/06/19/leaked-iphone-8-screen-protector/">Twitter</a> and reflects the iPhone 8’s smaller bezels and front-facing camera and speaker cutouts.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/iphone-8-screen-protector-leak/#more-487995" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487995&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=487995&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 22:12:47 +00009to5MacApple working with startup Health Gorilla to add health diagnostic data to iPhone
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-health-gorilla-partnership/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 21:41:13 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2016/08/health.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p>It was reported last week that <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/14/iphone-medical-records-tracking/">Apple is working to turn the iPhone into a “one-stop shop”</a> for medical record data and now a new report from CNBC offers up a bit more detail on those efforts. The report explains that Apple’s health team has been working with Health Gorilla, a small startup in the health industry.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-health-gorilla-partnership/#more-487983" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487983&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=487983&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 21:41:13 +00009to5MacHow to distribute your existing Desktop Applications via Windows Store to Windows 10 PCs – including the new Windows 10 S configuration
http://blogs.windows.com/buildingapps/2017/06/19/distribute-existing-desktop-applications-via-windows-store-windows-10-pcs-including-new-windows-10-s-configuration/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 21:00:39 +0000Overview Windows 10 S is a specific configuration of Windows 10 Pro that offers a familiar, productive Windows experience that’s streamlined for security and performance. By exclusively using apps in the Windows Store and ensuring that you browse safely with Microsoft Edge, Windows 10 S keeps you running fast and secure day in and day […]Mon, 19 Jun 2017 21:00:39 +0000Windows BlogApple Music adds $99 annual subscription option, saving users $20/year
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-music-annual-subscription-option/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 20:23:44 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/yearly-apple-music.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=820" /></div><p>Apple Music today has quietly added another subscription option for users. Seemingly with no official announcement from Apple itself, a new annual subscription option is now available that offers users 12 months of Apple Music for $99…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-music-annual-subscription-option/#more-487973" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487973&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=487973&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 20:23:44 +00009to5MacFor architects, Microsoft HoloLens brings design to a new level
https://www.onmsft.com/news/for-architects-microsoft-hololens-brings-design-to-a-new-level
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:53:54 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/hololens-1050x431.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Microsoft, HoloLens, Design" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/hololens-1050x431.jpg 1050w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/hololens-250x103.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/hololens-768x315.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" />When designing physical spaces, architects may find that figuring out how scale and proportion can impact how well their real-world designs will be realized in th can be a complex process. The Microsoft HoloLens can help architects see the world they design in a whole new way.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:53:54 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft and Amazon may have a fight over Whole Foods cloud computing future
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-and-amazon-may-have-a-fight-over-whole-foods-cloud-computing-future
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:50:09 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/amazon-headquarters.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/2016/07/amazon-headquarters.jpg 500w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/amazon-headquarters-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/amazon-headquarters-248x165.jpg 248w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />The partnership that Whole Foods and Amazon's largest rival in cloud computing, MicrosoftMon, 19 Jun 2017 19:50:09 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft highlights how you can watch 360-degree videos with the Windows 10 Creators Update
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-highlights-how-you-can-watch-360-degree-videos-with-the-windows-10-creators-update
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:07:26 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Movies-TV-1050x567.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/2017/06/Movies-TV-1050x567.png 1050w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Movies-TV-250x135.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Movies-TV-768x415.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Movies-TV.png 1366w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" />Microsoft released a short blog today reminding users about the 350-degree video feature in the Movies & TV app and how to access it. Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:07:26 +0000On MSFTCheck out these bundles and save on Surface Laptop and Surface Pro
https://www.onmsft.com/news/check-out-these-bundles-and-save-on-surface-laptop-and-surface-pro
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:04:10 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Surface-Laptop-5-1031x580.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/2017/05/Surface-Laptop-5-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Surface-Laptop-5-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Surface-Laptop-5-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Now, online at the Microsoft Store, soon to be Surface owners can choose from several bundles that include the Surface deviceMon, 19 Jun 2017 19:04:10 +0000On MSFTTrack projects with G Suite and Asanahttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/JesCEhh4HgI/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Technology has transformed the way businesses operate—your teams likely do not look like they did 10 years ago. Now, companies rely on a mobile workforce and require productivity tools to help them collaborate no matter the location, and more importantly, without holding up work.</p>Businesses are using <a href="https://asana.com/">Asana</a> and G Suite to collaborate and manage projects from start to finish. Asana is a project management tool that helps teams plan, manage and track work, and is a part of the <a href="https://www.blog.google/products/g-suite/customize-your-g-suite-experience-app-maker-and-recommended-apps/">Recommended for G Suite program</a>. With these two tools, your organization can:<p></p><ul><li>Create tasks in Asana directly from Gmail<br/></li><li>Add files directly from Google Drive to tasks in Asana<br/></li><li>Keep track of deadlines by syncing your tasks in Asana with Google Calendar<br/></li><li>Build custom reports in Google Sheets to analyze project data in Asana<br/></li></ul><p></p><p></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>How OutSystems uses G Suite and Asana to drive marketing launches</h3><p></p><p><a href="https://www.outsystems.com/?&keyword=outsystems&network=g&device=c&mkwid=s6NRNaSyF_dc&pcrid=171591741053&pkw=outsystems&pmt=e&utm_source=google&utm_term=outsystems&utm_campaign=Branded+-+Search+-+US&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=s6NRNaSyF_pcrid_171591741053_pkw_outsystems_pmt_e_pdv_c">OutSystems</a> is a low-code application platform that uses Asana and G Suite to manage digital marketing and advertising projects to reach its more than 7 million users. With 30 marketers across the globe, it’s important that OutSystems uses tools to streamline reviews and track project status. </p><p>With more than 90,000 apps built on their platform, OutSystems relies on Asana to prioritize projects and create templates for marketing launches. G Suite apps are built in, which means OutSystems employees can access their favorite productivity tools, like Google Drive, Docs and Sheets, in one place. </p><p>Teams use Drive to attach files to tasks in Asana, Docs to edit web content, and Sheets to analyze project data. OutSystems marketers also work with external freelancers, and G Suite’s permission sharing settings make it easy to protect proprietary information.</p><p></p><p>You can get started using Asana and G Suite at your business. <a href="https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2499825831010991105">Sign up for this free webinar</a> on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/JesCEhh4HgI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:00:00 +0000Mon, 19 Jun 2017 19:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogGet a free gift with an Xbox One S purchase thanks to Microsoft’s latest offer
https://www.onmsft.com/news/get-a-free-gift-with-an-xbox-one-s-purchase-thanks-to-microsofts-latest-offer
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 18:10:48 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Xbox_June50Value_HERO-hero-1.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/2017/06/Xbox_June50Value_HERO-hero-1.jpg 940w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Xbox_June50Value_HERO-hero-1-250x140.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Xbox_June50Value_HERO-hero-1-768x431.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px" />The Xbox team has just announced another limited time offer that will grant you an additional gift at no extra cost when purchasing an Xbox One S.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 18:10:48 +0000On MSFTAmazon surpassed Sonos to become leader in Wi-Fi speaker sales ahead of Apple’s HomePod
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/amazon-echo-sonos-google-home-wifi-smart-speaker-sales-apple-homepod/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:31:28 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/wwdc-homepod-hands-on-1.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>A new report from Strategy Analytics gives us a look at the current state of Wi-Fi speaker sales ahead of Apple’s release of its newly unveiled HomePod Siri speaker <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/05/apple-siri-speaker-wwdc-announcement/">slated for this December.</a> The report shows that Amazon with its push of <a href="http://amzn.to/2sL5eXp">Echo</a> and other Alexa-enabled WiFi speakers was able to surpass shipments from Sonos that has mostly ruled the majority of the market since 2014.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/amazon-echo-sonos-google-home-wifi-smart-speaker-sales-apple-homepod/#more-487946" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487946&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=487946&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:31:28 +00009to5MacFourth macOS 10.12.6 beta rolling out on Mac App Store
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/macos-10-12-6-beta-4/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:29:43 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2016/12/screen-brightness-macbook-pro-battery-life-test.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=900" /></div><p>Apple has released the fourth developer beta version of the upcoming macOS 10.12.6 software update. Developers testing the pre-release software can find the update through the Mac App Store.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/macos-10-12-6-beta-4/#more-487956" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487956&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=487956&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:29:43 +00009to5MacNike+ Run Club update adds Speed Run tracking from Apple Watch
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-watch-nike-run-club-speed-run/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:22:30 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/04/apple-watch-nike.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>Although Apple and Nike make the Apple Watch Nike+ with Nike+ Run Club pre-installed, there are still features in Nike’s run tracking app that require carrying an iPhone along for runs.</p>
<p>Speed Run tracking is no longer one of those limitations, however, as the latest update to NRC now lets you start a speed run from the Apple Watch without bringing an iPhone.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-watch-nike-run-club-speed-run/#more-487944" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487944&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=487944&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:22:30 +00009to5MacMicrosoft adds several long requested features to Outlook 2016 for Mac
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-adds-several-long-requested-features-to-outlook-2016-for-mac
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:15:02 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Outlook-2016-adds-Touch-Bar-1-1033x580.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/Outlook-2016-adds-Touch-Bar-1-1033x580.jpg 1033w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Outlook-2016-adds-Touch-Bar-1-250x140.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Outlook-2016-adds-Touch-Bar-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Outlook-2016-adds-Touch-Bar-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1033px) 100vw, 1033px" />The Office team has just delivered on four of its top 10 requested features for Outlook for Mac, including email templates, read and delivery receipts and more.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:15:02 +0000On MSFTSatya Nadella, Tim Cook, other major tech CEOs meeting with Donald Trump today
https://www.onmsft.com/news/satya-nadella-tim-cook-other-major-tech-ceos-meeting-with-donald-trump-today
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:06:44 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_2475-870x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Satya Nadella" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_2475-870x580.jpg 870w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_2475-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_2475-248x165.jpg 248w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/IMG_2475-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px" />Satya Nadella, Tim Cook, and other major tech CEOs are meting with Donald Trump and other US officials today to discuss technology can be used in the modernization of the US government.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 17:06:44 +0000On MSFT9to5Toys Last Call: iOttie iPhone Car Mount $14, Digits Calculator iOS App Free, Logitech Harmony Remote $104, more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/9to5toys-lunch-break-iottie-digits-logitech-more/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:29:39 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/9to5toys-header.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by <em><strong><a href="http://9to5toys.com/9to5toys-newsletter-signup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter</a></strong></em>. Also, be sure to check us out on: <a href="http://twitter.com/9to5toys">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/feed">RSS Feed</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/9to5toyscom/228249133858390">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://plus.google.com/b/105878626736210310777/105878626736210310777/posts" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Google+</a> and <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2013/12/11/safari-push-notifications-are-live-on-all-9to5-sites/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Safari push notifications</a>.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/9to5toys-lunch-break-iottie-digits-logitech-more/#more-487911" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487911&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=487911&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:29:39 +00009to5MacMicrosoft execs talk about the power of the Power BI software they use every day
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-execs-talk-about-the-power-of-the-power-bi-software-they-use-every-day
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:10:41 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/power-bi-data-journalism.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/2017/06/power-bi-data-journalism.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/power-bi-data-journalism-250x141.jpg 250w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" />Power BI James Philips announced Power BI Premium but also took the time to talk about what the company loves so much about its data visualizer.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:10:41 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft and Accenture team up to provide legal IDs to a billion people, using blockchain
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-and-accenture-team-up-to-provide-legal-ids-to-a-billion-people-using-blockchain
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:06:24 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Microsoft-sign-up-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/2016/07/Microsoft-sign-up-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Microsoft-sign-up-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Microsoft-sign-up-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft and Accenture showed off their digital identity prototype built with blockchain and powered by Azure at the ID2020 summit for the UN today.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:06:24 +0000On MSFTIDC predicts AR and VR headset shipments will hit 100M by 2021 as Apple pushes ARKit, powerful iMacs
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/idc-ar-vr-headset-shipments/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:05:44 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/wwdc_2017_macos_high_sierra_vr_4.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=900" /></div><p>While Apple is getting serious with both AR and VR this year <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/05/apple-announces-arkit-for-ios-11/">thanks to iOS 11 </a>and <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/05/apple-teases-upcoming-space-gray-imac-pro-the-most-powerful-mac-ever/">more powerful Mac hardware</a>, IDC has new data on the forecast for augmented and virtual reality mainstream adoption. IDC expects “dedicated AR and VR headsets collectively” to reach nearly 100 million units by 2021 compared to just under 10 million units last year.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/idc-ar-vr-headset-shipments/#more-487901" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487901&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=487901&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:05:44 +00009to5MacWindows 10 Tip: Watch 360° videos with the Windows 10 Creators Update
http://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/06/19/windows-10-tip-watch-360-videos-windows-10-creators-update/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:00:58 +0000Today, we’re showing you how you can fully immerse yourself in 360° videos with the <a href="https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/04/11/whats-new-in-the-windows-10-creators-update/#HLspqLUeF8GFcZOS.97">Windows 10 Creators Update</a>.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:00:58 +0000Windows BlogWhat’s the difference between OneDrive and OneDrive for Business?
https://www.onmsft.com/news/whats-the-difference-between-onedrive-and-onedrive-for-business
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:00:44 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Build-2017-Cloud-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Photo showing a Microsoft employee speaking in front of a large blue screen showing a white cloud OneDrive icon" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Build-2017-Cloud-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Build-2017-Cloud-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Build-2017-Cloud-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft’s OneDrive cloud storage service lets you access your files wherever you are. The company actually maintains two different but similarly named versions of OneDrive. Whether you use OneDrive or the separate OneDrive for Business depends on what you’ll be saving in the cloud and how you need to access it. “OneDrive” is Microsoft’s consumer-focused […]Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:00:44 +0000On MSFTwatchOS apps continue to disappear as Whole Foods says ‘nighty nighty’ to Apple Watch support
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/whole-foods-apple-watch-removed-app-store-amazon/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 15:49:50 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/whole-foods-apple-watch-app.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>Whole Foods just removed its Apple Watch app from the App Store, making it the latest company to do so after Google, eBay, Amazon and others did the same earlier this year. Speaking of Amazon, the removal of the Whole Foods Watch app follows Amazon’s <a href="http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=176060&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=2281414">announcement that it will acquire</a> the grocery store chain for $13.7 billion this week…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/whole-foods-apple-watch-removed-app-store-amazon/#more-487786" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487786&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=487786&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 15:49:50 +00009to5MacYes, you will be able to race to your OneDrive tunes in Forza 7
https://www.onmsft.com/news/yes-you-will-be-able-to-race-to-your-onedrive-tunes-in-forza-7
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 15:17:57 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/forza7-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Forza Motorsport 7 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/2017/06/forza7-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/forza7-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/forza7-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Reports show that you will indeed be able to race to your OneDrive tunes in Forza 7.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 15:17:57 +0000On MSFTMojang to hold a series of Minecraft-themed events at the Sydney Australia Opera House next month
https://www.onmsft.com/news/mojang-to-hold-a-series-of-minecraft-themed-events-at-the-sydney-australia-opera-house-next-month
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 15:16:45 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Minecraft-event-Australia.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/2017/06/Minecraft-event-Australia.jpg 846w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Minecraft-event-Australia-250x148.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Minecraft-event-Australia-768x454.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 846px) 100vw, 846px" />Minecraft developer Mojang has announced today a series of Minecraft-themed events to be held at the Sydney Australia Opera House next month.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 15:16:45 +0000On MSFTShould you buy an Xbox One X even with a 1080p TV? Reddit user compiles a list of benefits
https://www.onmsft.com/news/should-you-buy-an-xbox-one-x-even-with-a-1080p-tv-reddit-user-compiles-list-of-benefits
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:19:13 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/3a1e917e04969813c4a71f52e5651b95-Thresher-Ultimate-Xbox-One-Base_usp-wifi-1050x396.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/2017/06/3a1e917e04969813c4a71f52e5651b95-Thresher-Ultimate-Xbox-One-Base_usp-wifi-1050x396.jpg 1050w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/3a1e917e04969813c4a71f52e5651b95-Thresher-Ultimate-Xbox-One-Base_usp-wifi-250x94.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/3a1e917e04969813c4a71f52e5651b95-Thresher-Ultimate-Xbox-One-Base_usp-wifi-768x290.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" />Fortunately, some fans have taken upon themselves to help educate their peers about all that the Xbox One X is offeringMon, 19 Jun 2017 14:19:13 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft to perform scheduled maintenance June 20th, will impact Xbox 360 titles and services
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-to-perform-scheduled-maintenance-june-20th-will-impact-xbox-360-titles-and-services
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:18:27 +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" />Microsoft will perform scheduled maintenance June 20th and will impact Xbox 360 titles and services between 8:00AM UTC and 10:00AM UTC (4:00AM ET and 6:00AM ET.) Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:18:27 +0000On MSFTIkea to be Apple launch partner for AR, showing virtual furniture in your own home
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/ios-11-apple-ar-augmented-reality-ikea-app/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:13:29 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/ikea.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p>Tim Cook said in a <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/15/tim-cook-bloomberg-interview/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">recent interview</a> that he was so excited about <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/augmented-reality/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">augmented reality</a> that he wanted ‘to yell out and scream.’ He named furniture-buying as an example of something that can be completely changed by the use of AR, and gave a specific shout-out to Ikea – a company also briefly referenced in the iOS 11 keynote.</p>
<blockquote><p>We’ve talked to Ikea, and they have 3D images of their furniture line. You’re talking about changing the whole experience of how you shop for, in this case, furniture and other objects that you can place around the home.</p></blockquote>
<p>The company has now told a Swedish site a little about its plans …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/ios-11-apple-ar-augmented-reality-ikea-app/#more-487881" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487881&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=487881&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 14:13:29 +00009to5MacPokémon Go overhauling gyms and battling with new items, raid features, more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/pokemon-go-gyms-raid-battles/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:43:02 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/pokemon-go1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1120&h=630" /></div><p>As the second year of Pokémon Go arrives, Niantic has detailed major changes to the gameplay centered around how gyms and gym battles work. Gyms will soon work like PokéStops and include exclusive items, badges, and more while battling is getting more advanced with new social features coming.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/pokemon-go-gyms-raid-battles/#more-487861" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487861&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=487861&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:43:02 +00009to5MacYou can now manually download Surface Pro and Surface Laptop Driver and Firmware updates from the web
https://www.onmsft.com/news/you-can-now-manually-download-surface-pro-and-surface-laptop-driver-and-firmware-updates-from-the-web
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:34:36 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Surface-Laptop-lineup-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/2017/05/Surface-Laptop-lineup-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Surface-Laptop-lineup-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Surface-Laptop-lineup-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />You can now manually download Surface Pro and Surface Laptop Driver and Firmware updates from the webMon, 19 Jun 2017 13:34:36 +0000On MSFTCanada’s largest sports retailer, SportChek, now selling Apple Watch
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/where-can-i-buy-an-apple-watch-in-canada/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:32:02 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/sport-chek.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p>If you’re looking for somewhere to try on and buy an <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/apple-watch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apple Watch</a> in Canada, and you don’t have an Apple Store nearby, you now have a new option: SportChek.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/where-can-i-buy-an-apple-watch-in-canada/#more-487862" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487862&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=487862&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:32:02 +00009to5MacJay-Z’s new album ‘4:44’ drops exclusively to Sprint and Tidal customers June 30
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/jay-z-album-444-tidal-sprint-exclusive-june-30/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:14:36 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/jay-z-444.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>Following a deal with Sprint to acquire 33% of Jay-Z’s TIDAL streaming music service, today the companies <a href="http://newsroom.sprint.com/news-releases/jay-z-444-june-30-2017-new-album-exclusive-to-sprint-customers-and-existing-tidal-members.htm">announced</a> that the first exclusive release as part of the partnership will be Jay-Z’s new album later this month. The release will be a big one, Jay-Z latest full-length album set for release at the end of this month. But it won’t exactly be a total Sprint exclusive like the company is making it seem…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/jay-z-album-444-tidal-sprint-exclusive-june-30/#more-487857" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487857&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=487857&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:14:36 +00009to5MacMicrosoft now lets Surface Laptop owners revert to Windows 10 S after installing Windows 10 Pro
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-now-lets-surface-laptop-owners-revert-to-windows-10-s-after-installing-windows-10-pro
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:09:29 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3342-870x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Surface Laptop Hands on" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3342-870x580.jpg 870w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3342-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3342-248x165.jpg 248w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_3342-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px" />Surface Laptop owners will have full control over their machines and be able to revert to Windows 10 S from Windows 10 Pro if they want to.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:09:29 +0000On MSFTAndroid welcomes Cortana as a default assistant
https://www.onmsft.com/news/android-welcomes-cortana-as-a-default-assistant
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:48:31 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/cortana-android-india-lede-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/2017/02/cortana-android-india-lede-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/cortana-android-india-lede-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/cortana-android-india-lede-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Thanks to the openness of Android's system, Cortana can now be set as the default assistant.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:48:31 +0000On MSFTPayPal CEO claims Apple Pay’s person-to-person payment service will struggle to compete
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-pay-person-to-person-payment-paypal-venmo/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:48:15 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/wwdc-2017-apple-pay-person-to-person.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p><a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/paypal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PayPal</a> CEO Dan Schulman has dismissed the person-to-person Apple Pay service <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/05/wwdc-2017-apple-announces-ios-11-macos-10-13-siri-speaker-new-ipad-pro-more/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">coming to iOS 11</a> later this year. He said that it would struggle to compete against PayPal’s own Venmo app …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-pay-person-to-person-payment-paypal-venmo/#more-487849" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487849&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=487849&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:48:15 +00009to5MaciFixit gives Microsoft’s Surface Laptop a 0 Repairability Score, calls it a “glue-filled monstrosity”
https://www.onmsft.com/news/ifixit-gives-microsofts-surface-laptop-a-0-repairability-score-calls-it-a-glue-filled-monstrosity
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:24:27 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Surface-Laptop-Surface-Pro-773x580.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/2017/06/Surface-Laptop-Surface-Pro-773x580.jpg 773w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Surface-Laptop-Surface-Pro-220x165.jpg 220w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Surface-Laptop-Surface-Pro-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 773px) 100vw, 773px" />iFixit recently teared apart Microsoft's new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro, and the experts revealed that both devices were nearly impossible to repair.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 12:24:27 +0000On MSFTEU may outlaw the kind of backdoor access the FBI wanted Apple to create for iPhones
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/european-union-encryption-protection-proposal/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:42:09 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/iphone-no-entry.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p>While the battle between the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/fbi/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FBI</a> and Apple over backdoor access to iPhones ended <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/03/28/fbi-accesses-data-on-terrorists-iphone-without-apple/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">without a legal ruling</a>, it seems the European Union takes Apple’s side. The European Parliament has proposed legislation which would safeguard data privacy and specifically outlaw the creation of backdoors for law enforcement agencies.</p>
<p>The proposed legislation would also provide a legal right to use end-to-end encryption, preventing individual EU countries from banning its use …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/european-union-encryption-protection-proposal/#more-487845" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487845&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=487845&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:42:09 +00009to5MacTrump meeting with Tim Cook & other tech leaders today seeking help to use IT to cut costs [U]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/trump-tech-council-tim-cook-apple/
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:10:51 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/tim-cook-donald-trump1.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p><em>Update: <a href="https://www.axios.com/what-apples-tim-cook-will-tell-trump-2444012547.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Axios</a> reports that Cook plans to proactively raise four issues: the importance of immigration to the US economy; the vital need to protect strong encryption; better serving veterans through medical care and hiring policies; and ensuring that human rights remain a priority.</em></p>
<p>President Trump will meet today with the CEOs of almost 20 tech companies, including Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Adobe, IBM, Intel, Microsoft and Qualcomm. He is reported to be seeking their advice on how to make better use of IT to cut costs.</p>
<p>The White House apparently believes that it can use technology to cut a trillion dollars from the government budget over the next ten years …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/trump-tech-council-tim-cook-apple/#more-487839" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487839&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=487839&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:10:51 +00009to5MaciBall launches an affordable Windows 10 business laptop – CompBook Marvel 6 – in India
https://www.onmsft.com/news/iball-launches-an-affordable-windows-10-business-laptop-compbook-marvel-6-in-india
Mon, 19 Jun 2017 10:42:18 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/iball-compbook-marvel-6-1-972x580.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/2017/06/iball-compbook-marvel-6-1-972x580.jpg 972w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/iball-compbook-marvel-6-1-250x149.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/iball-compbook-marvel-6-1-768x458.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 972px) 100vw, 972px" />The CompBook Marvel 6 is a fine affordable option for not just business users, but also for students and executives. It’s basic – in form and function - but would work for a lot of casual users.Mon, 19 Jun 2017 10:42:18 +0000On MSFTRemembering Stonewall, 1969http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/i0Fce8zRvNw/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>The park is not a big one. It’s a few thousand square-foot triangle in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan, populated by a handful of trees and benches. Looking at it, you wouldn’t know that one night in June 1969, it hosted a crucial turning point in LGBTQ history. Across the street at the Stonewall Inn, a neighborhood gay bar, police broke down the door intending to haul the patrons off for a night in jail. Bar-goers resisted and a riot broke out in the park—it lasted several days and sparked what many recognize as the start of the modern day LGBTQ rights movement. </p><p>Google was founded on the idea that bringing more information to more people improves lives on a vast scale. The preservation of history is an essential way to make sure information lives on and reaches everyone. The Stonewall Riots were important to the ongoing road to civil rights for LGBT communities around the world — and their message is as resonant and necessary today as it was back then. To help preserve and amplify the story of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, <a href="http://google.org">Google.org</a> is giving a $1 million grant to the LGBT Community Center of New York City.</p>The Center, in collaboration with the National Park Foundation, will use this grant to continue its work with the National Park Service, extending the reach of Stonewall National Monument beyond its physical location. Ahead of 2019, which will mark the 50th anniversary of the uprising, the Center will record the stories of those who raised their voices at Stonewall and the many others who were inspired by their brave defiance. These are the stories of transgender women of color who fought back; of queer youth, many of whom were homeless, who bravely refused to be silenced; of the poorest of the LGBTQ community. Those stories will be built into a digital memorial experience available to anyone who visits the park—both in person and online. The funding will also support the building of a curriculum on LGBTQ civil rights to be used in classrooms nationwide.</div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Google.org has provided grants and funding to groups across the world that challenge bias and exclusion by helping to share the stories and history of marginalized groups, from the <a href="http://lynchinginamerica.eji.org/">Equal Justice Initiative</a> to the <a href="http://searchingforsyria.org/en/what-is-going-on-in-syria/">UN High Commissioner for Refugees.</a> We are glad to continue that work today with the support of organizations like the LGBT Center, who provide so much to their community.</p><p>Remembering the people who spoke out against injustice, who fought for the basic right to "be," is key to our universal quest for human rights. By remembering those who came before us, and all we have accomplished since, we ensure that their actions were not in vain. We hope that sharing these stories will help to empower and inspire us all to action.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/i0Fce8zRvNw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Sun, 18 Jun 2017 18:30:00 +0000Sun, 18 Jun 2017 18:30:00 +0000The Official Google BlogWhat do you think of the new features in iOS 11 so far? [Poll]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/18/ios-11-feature-poll-2/
Sun, 18 Jun 2017 17:59:11 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/ios-111.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=900" /></div><p>iOS 11 has been available in beta form for almost two weeks at this point, <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/05/apple-unveils-ios-11-for-iphone-and-ipad/">with Apple having unveiled the new operating system</a> at WWDC 2017. We’ve already told you that there are risks that come with installing a beta operating system, such as poor performance and battery life problems.</p>
<p>When you put the normal beta issues aside, however, what do you think of iOS 11 and its new features? Whether you’re running it yourself or looking in from the outside.</p>
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<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/18/ios-11-feature-poll-2/#more-487833" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487833&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=487833&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sun, 18 Jun 2017 17:59:11 +00009to5MacFour steps we’re taking today to fight terrorism onlinehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/NG60bPQAYSo/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p></p><p><i>Editor’s Note: This post appeared as an op-ed in the <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/ac7ef18c-52bb-11e7-a1f2-db19572361bb">Financial Times</a> earlier today. </i></p><p>Terrorism is an attack on open societies, and addressing the threat posed by violence and hate is a critical challenge for us all. Google and YouTube are committed to being part of the solution. We are working with government, law enforcement and civil society groups to tackle the problem of violent extremism online. There should be no place for terrorist content on our services.<br/></p><p>While we and others have worked for years to identify and remove content that violates our policies, the uncomfortable truth is that we, as an industry, must acknowledge that more needs to be done. Now.</p><p>We have thousands of people around the world who review and counter abuse of our platforms. Our engineers have developed technology to prevent re-uploads of known terrorist content using image-matching technology. We have invested in systems that use content-based signals to help identify new videos for removal. And we have developed partnerships with expert groups, counter-extremism agencies, and the other technology companies to help inform and strengthen our efforts.</p><p>Today, we are pledging to take four additional steps.</p><p>First, we are increasing our use of technology to help identify extremist and terrorism-related videos. This can be challenging: a video of a terrorist attack may be informative news reporting if broadcast by the BBC, or glorification of violence if uploaded in a different context by a different user. We have used video analysis models to find and assess more than 50 per cent of the terrorism-related content we have removed over the past six months. We will now devote more engineering resources to apply our most advanced machine learning research to train new “content classifiers” to help us more quickly identify and remove extremist and terrorism-related content.</p><p>Second, because technology alone is not a silver bullet, we will greatly increase the number of independent experts in YouTube’s Trusted Flagger programme. Machines can help identify problematic videos, but human experts still play a role in nuanced decisions about the line between violent propaganda and religious or newsworthy speech. While many user flags can be inaccurate, Trusted Flagger reports are accurate over 90 per cent of the time and help us scale our efforts and identify emerging areas of concern. We will expand this programme by adding 50 expert NGOs to the 63 organisations who are already part of the programme, and we will support them with operational grants. This allows us to benefit from the expertise of specialised organisations working on issues like hate speech, self-harm, and terrorism. We will also expand our work with counter-extremist groups to help identify content that may be being used to radicalise and recruit extremists.</p><p>Third, we will be taking a tougher stance on videos that do not clearly violate our policies — for example, videos that contain inflammatory religious or supremacist content. In future these will appear behind an interstitial warning and they will not be monetised, recommended or eligible for comments or user endorsements. That means these videos will have less engagement and be harder to find. We think this strikes the right balance between free expression and access to information without promoting extremely offensive viewpoints.</p><p>Finally, YouTube will expand its role in counter-radicalisation efforts. Building on our successful Creators for Change programme promoting YouTube voices against hate and radicalisation, we are working with Jigsaw to implement the “Redirect Method” more broadly across Europe. This promising approach harnesses the power of targeted online advertising to reach potential Isis recruits, and redirects them towards anti-terrorist videos that can change their minds about joining. In previous deployments of this system, potential recruits have clicked through on the ads at an unusually high rate, and watched over half a million minutes of video content that debunks terrorist recruiting messages.</p><p>We have also recently committed to working with industry colleagues—including Facebook, Microsoft, and Twitter—to establish an international forum to share and develop technology and support smaller companies and accelerate our joint efforts to tackle terrorism online.</p><p>Collectively, these changes will make a difference. And we’ll keep working on the problem until we get the balance right. Extremists and terrorists seek to attack and erode not just our security, but also our values; the very things that make our societies open and free. We must not let them. Together, we can build lasting solutions that address the threats to our security and our freedoms. It is a sweeping and complex challenge. We are committed to playing our part.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/NG60bPQAYSo" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Sun, 18 Jun 2017 17:00:00 +0000Sun, 18 Jun 2017 17:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogWindows 10 news recap: attacks Google with new ads, OneDrive placeholders making a comeback, and more
https://www.onmsft.com/news/windows-10-news-recap-attacks-google-with-new-ads-onedrive-placeholders-making-a-comeback-and-more
Sun, 18 Jun 2017 16:55:27 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Windows-10-50million-Bsiness-1026x580.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows 10 - 50 million business PCs" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Windows-10-50million-Bsiness-1026x580.png 1026w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Windows-10-50million-Bsiness-250x141.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Windows-10-50million-Bsiness-768x434.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px" />Take a look at the top Windows 10 news, from OneDrive placeholders returning, to Microsoft bringing back Scroogle, apparently.Sun, 18 Jun 2017 16:55:27 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft news recap: Skype gets a new logo, Modern Keyboard with Windows Hello in mind, and more
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-news-recap-skype-gets-a-new-logo-modern-keyboard-with-windows-hello-in-mind-and-more
Sun, 18 Jun 2017 16:32:45 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Microsoft-France-headquarters-877x580.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/2017/06/Microsoft-France-headquarters-877x580.png 877w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Microsoft-France-headquarters-100x66.png 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Microsoft-France-headquarters-250x165.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Microsoft-France-headquarters-768x508.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 877px) 100vw, 877px" />Take a look at the top Microsoft news for the past week, from Skype getting a new logo, to new Surface ads.Sun, 18 Jun 2017 16:32:45 +0000On MSFTFirst Impression, Hands-on: The new DJI Spark drone is small, fast and nimble
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/18/first-impression-dji-spark-drone-hands-on/
Sun, 18 Jun 2017 15:45:26 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/0-dji-spark-drone-quadcopter-uav-small-mini-1011.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>Last Thursday I finally got my hands on the super-portable <a href="http://click.dji.com/AJTO2T5wZVwWbYhdmSQN?pm=link" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$500 DJI Spark</a> and, as a photographer and drone enthusiast, it’s probably the most exciting iPhone accessory of the year. The Spark is such a small drone that you can take it with you anywhere and anytime, while it also has optics and stabilization features along with some impressive AI that produces impressive imagery and video.</p>
<p>They say that the best camera is the one you have in your pocket. Having a drone that you can easily bring along on trips opens up a whole new world of possibilities. That’s what gets me the most excited…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/18/first-impression-dji-spark-drone-hands-on/#more-487798" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487798&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=487798&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sun, 18 Jun 2017 15:45:26 +00009to5MacKiller Instinct is coming to Steam later this year
https://www.onmsft.com/news/killer-instinct-is-coming-to-steam-later-this-year
Sun, 18 Jun 2017 12:52:54 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/killer-instinct-21273-1920x1080-1031x580.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/2016/03/killer-instinct-21273-1920x1080-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/killer-instinct-21273-1920x1080-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/killer-instinct-21273-1920x1080-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Killer Instinct is coming to Steam later this year.Sun, 18 Jun 2017 12:52:54 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft’s Xbox E3 briefing was the most popular with over 1 million concurrent viewers
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsofts-xbox-e3-briefing-was-the-most-popular-with-over-1-million-concurrent-viewers
Sun, 18 Jun 2017 10:03:30 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Xbox-One-X-E3-2017-1029x580.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/2017/06/Xbox-One-X-E3-2017-1029x580.png 1029w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Xbox-One-X-E3-2017-250x141.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Xbox-One-X-E3-2017-768x433.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Xbox-One-X-E3-2017.png 1268w" sizes="(max-width: 1029px) 100vw, 1029px" />Microsoft's Xbox E3 2017 briefing had the most concurrent viewers, at over 1 million, as well as boasting the most YouTube views.Sun, 18 Jun 2017 10:03:30 +0000On MSFTWindows 10 Mobile news recap: More screenshots and info on CShell, Windows 10 Mobile staying on feature2 and more
https://www.onmsft.com/news/windows-10-mobile-news-recap-more-screenshots-and-info-on-cshell-windows-10-mobile-staying-on-feature2-and-more
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 17:34:26 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Skype-UWP-app-Windows-10-Mobile-811x580.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/Skype-UWP-app-Windows-10-Mobile-811x580.png 811w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Skype-UWP-app-Windows-10-Mobile-231x165.png 231w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Skype-UWP-app-Windows-10-Mobile-768x549.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Skype-UWP-app-Windows-10-Mobile.png 1586w" sizes="(max-width: 811px) 100vw, 811px" />Check out our weekly Windows 10 Mobile news recap series, where we go over the top stories of the past week in the world of Microsoft’s mobile operating system.Sat, 17 Jun 2017 17:34:26 +0000On MSFTXbox news recap – E3 Edition: Tons of new games, Original Xbox backward compatibility, Avatars being redesigned and more
https://www.onmsft.com/news/xbox-news-recap-e3-edition-tons-of-new-games-original-xbox-backward-compatibility-avatars-being-redesigned-and-more
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 17:32:35 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/newxboxavatars-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="New Xbox Avatars" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/newxboxavatars-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/newxboxavatars-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/newxboxavatars-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Check out our weekly Xbox news recap series, where we go over the top stories of the past week in the world of Xbox.Sat, 17 Jun 2017 17:32:35 +0000On MSFTThis week’s top stories: 10.5-inch iPad Pro reviews, benchmarks and our hands-on video, iPhone 8 reports, iOS 11 & HomeKit, & more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/17/top-aapl-news-10-5-inch-ipad-pro-review-benchmark-video-iphone-8-ios-11-more/
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 15:33:40 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2016/11/9to5mac-top-stories.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p><strong>In this week’s top stories: </strong>The verdict on Apple’s new 10.5-inch iPad Pro as reviews arrive, the latest iPhone 8 reports, hands-on with some new iOS 11 features, and much more.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/17/top-aapl-news-10-5-inch-ipad-pro-review-benchmark-video-iphone-8-ios-11-more/#more-487783" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487783&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=487783&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sat, 17 Jun 2017 15:33:40 +00009to5MacPoll: Should Microsoft have called its new Xbox the Xbox One X, Project Scorpio, or something else?
https://www.onmsft.com/news/poll-should-microsoft-have-called-its-new-xbox-the-xbox-one-x-project-scorpio-or-something-else
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 13:18:03 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/xbox-one-s-one-x-868x580.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Xbox One X with Xbox One S" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/xbox-one-s-one-x-868x580.png 868w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/xbox-one-s-one-x-100x66.png 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/xbox-one-s-one-x-247x165.png 247w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/xbox-one-s-one-x-768x513.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 868px) 100vw, 868px" />We want to know what our readers think to the name of Microsoft's latest gaming console, the Xbox One X.Sat, 17 Jun 2017 13:18:03 +0000On MSFTApple holding ‘Lose Your Wallet’ shopping event promoting Apple Pay w/ exclusive discounts
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/17/apple-holding-lose-your-wallet-shopping-event-promoting-apple-pay-w-exclusive-discounts/
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 12:34:52 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/apple-pay-lose-your-wallet.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=705" /></div><p>As Apple Pay continues to expand, Apple is holding a special <a href="https://www.apple.com/apple-pay/sf/">shopping event in </a>San Francisco to promote the mobile payment service. The “Lose Your Wallet” event will highlight stores that support Apple Pay while offering exclusive discounts…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/17/apple-holding-lose-your-wallet-shopping-event-promoting-apple-pay-w-exclusive-discounts/#more-487779" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487779&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=487779&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sat, 17 Jun 2017 12:34:52 +00009to5MacOriginal Xbox Backward Compatibility games will not have achievements on Xbox One
https://www.onmsft.com/news/original-xbox-backward-compatibility-games-will-not-have-achievements-on-xbox-one
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 11:17:20 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Xbox-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Xbox Logo" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Xbox-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Xbox-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Xbox-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft has said that they will not be adding achievements to Original Xbox games through Backward Compatibility.Sat, 17 Jun 2017 11:17:20 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft updates MSN News on iOS, but breaks it
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-updates-msn-news-on-ios-but-breaks-it
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 10:59:45 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MSN-News-iOS-Featured-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="MSN News iOS Featured" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MSN-News-iOS-Featured-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MSN-News-iOS-Featured-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MSN-News-iOS-Featured-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Microsoft has updated MSN News on iOS, but appears to have broken it.Sat, 17 Jun 2017 10:59:45 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft publishes new ads for the latest Surface devices
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-publishes-new-ads-for-its-latest-surface-devices
Sat, 17 Jun 2017 03:24:43 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Surface-family-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/2017/06/Surface-family-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Surface-family-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Surface-family-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Two new 12 second Surface Laptop and Surface Pro ads have been published to the Microsoft Surface YouTube channel, and while short, they're still pretty impressive.Sat, 17 Jun 2017 03:24:43 +0000On MSFTMaking time for change: Indonesian watchmaker’s risk pays offhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/bToQRXXB57M/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><i>Editor’s note: As part of our series of interviews with entrepreneurs across Asia Pacific who use the internet to grow their business, we caught up with Lucky D. Aria, the founder of <a href="https://www.matoa-indonesia.com">Matoa</a>, to find out how he went from working in a cookie factory to starting his own watchmaking enterprise. Matoa now exports their watches made from reclaimed wood to Europe, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore and the U.S. </i></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>Tell us about your journey to becoming an entrepreneur.<br/></b>Seven years ago, I was a high school graduate working at a small cookie company in Bandung. At the time I had a monthly salary of $75. I would get an extra commission during Hari Raya (Ramadan) and that was the only money I could save. It was tough to make ends meet, so I knew that something had to change. Starting my own company was a risky decision, and everyone advised against leaving a stable job. But I knew I had to take a risk and make a change.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>How did you manage to successfully launch Matoa?</b><br/>I reverse-engineered what others often do: I didn’t want to sell what I made, instead I wanted to make what people would buy. After a lot of research, I saw there was a niche for specialty watches. I started learning about consumer preferences and what they need and want before designing the end product. I had to borrow capital from family and friends because my family couldn’t secure a bank loan since we had nothing to offer as collateral. But that didn’t deter me. I was so happy when I sold my very first watch at a local exhibition in 2011, one year after leaving the cookie factory. And we grew from there. <br/></p><p><b>How have the internet and Google’s tools helped transformed your business?</b><br/>Last year, exports of Matoa watches made up a third of our sales, so about 3,500 units in total. The internet has changed our lives and how we do business. Now, I can sell my products in every corner of the world using the internet. I have many distributors outside of Indonesia, whom I have not had the chance to meet face-to-face, but we can develop our partnership because we’re online. I truly believe every company can use the Internet to grow their business.<br/><br/>Google AdWords increased my local sales in Indonesia by 160% year-on-year from 2015 to 2016. Prior to AdWords, I faced difficulty in expanding my business—even in Indonesia. Bringing our products to consumers would have required us to set up physical storefronts in every city in Indonesia and this would have been extremely expensive.</p><p><b>What inspires you to continue to grow as an entrepreneur and business owner?<br/></b>My family’s economic conditions have improved a lot. I own my own house now. I have grown a lot personally. Now I focus on spreading this welfare to my 40 employees, many of whom rely on this company for their livelihood. I can’t afford to disappoint them, and I want to help them grow so one day they can start their own business doing something they are passionate about.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>What’s your advice to other entrepreneurs?<br/></b>If you want to sustain your business, make sure you don’t create a product and push it to the market without first asking “why?”. Ask yourself, “why would consumers want to buy our products?” If you don’t have a good answer to that, you’re not likely to succeed.</p><p><b>What’s next for your business in 2017 and beyond?<br/></b>In 2017, we launched <a href="https://www.matoa-indonesia.com/products/collection-accessories/matoa-sikka---38-mm-case/12">accessories for smart watches</a> to complement the traditional wooden products we provide, which reflect Indonesia’s cultural heritage. We aim to compete with global brands.</p>Beyond that, my big vision for Matoa is to continue to grow and develop the business so we can provide more job opportunities to people locally. So far, Matoa has also empowered the livelihoods of 35 families in Ciwidey, a small village in West Java. They help process raw wood materials and handcraft our wooden watches. I’m glad they have gained new skills and can generate a stable income by working with Matoa. </div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/bToQRXXB57M" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Sat, 17 Jun 2017 03:00:00 +0000Sat, 17 Jun 2017 03:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogReview: 2017 10.5-inch iPad Pro – pricey, but perfect [Video]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/16/2017-ipad-pro-review-pricey-perfect-video/
Fri, 16 Jun 2017 19:44:52 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/ipad-pro-hero-21.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=900" /></div><p>The 2017 iPad that Apple launched earlier this year was inexpensive, but it was also about dealing with various compromises. The display, for instance, lacked anti-glare and lamination properties of more modern iPads, and the speakers weren’t nearly as good as the latest Apple hardware.</p>
<p>But price can be a compelling feature as well, and <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/30/2017-ipad-hands-on-review-329-video/">the 2017 iPad’s $329 entry point</a> appealed to the masses.</p>
<p>The new iPad Pro, however, concedes nothing to price. It’s an all-in product that cuts no corners. Its starting price is <a href="https://goo.gl/E2XwJH">basically double the standard iPad at $649</a>, and can quickly balloon up to entry-level MacBook Pro and iMac territory.</p>
<p>But is the updated iPad Pro, with its newly available 10.5-inch form factor and 120Hz ProMotion display, worth it? Have a look at our hands-on video walkthrough for more details. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/16/2017-ipad-pro-review-pricey-perfect-video/#more-487034" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487034&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=487034&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 16 Jun 2017 19:44:52 +00009to5MacMake the most of Father’s Day with a little help from your Assistanthttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/HawT0uUDhhY/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>This Sunday is Father’s Day—a day to surprise and spoil our favorite dads. With a little help from your friendly Assistant, you can plan the perfect day, share some stories and more.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Happy Father’s Day! </p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/HawT0uUDhhY" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 16 Jun 2017 19:00:00 +0000Fri, 16 Jun 2017 19:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogThe High Five: these shall be released, top search trends this weekhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/FMmSyIJbNLs/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Here's a look a few of the most-searched topics from the week of June 12:</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Rep. Steve Scalise</h3><p>Earlier this week, a gunman opened fire on a Congressional baseball practice, wounding Rep. Steve Scalise and several others. The event prompted people to search about the details—Scalise’s age, his political party and identity of the gunman. “How is Steve Scalise doing?” was a top-searched question, search interest in “support Scalise” <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?date=now%207-d&geo=US&q=support%20scalise">spiked</a> 1000x, and interest in “<a href="http://time.com/4817859/steve-scalise-alexandria-shooting-prayer-photo/">Democrats pray</a>” <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?date=now%207-d&geo=US&q=democrats%20pray">spiked</a> more than 600% following the shooting.</p><h3>This is why you should floss </h3><p>Daredevil Erendira Wallenda broke her husband Nik’s record for the “iron-jaw hang,” 300 feet above Niagara Falls (yes, she was hanging by her teeth!) People searched for the livestream to watch her complete the historic stunt, as well as “What time will Erendira Wallenda walk across Niagara Falls?” and “How old is Erendira Wallenda?”<br/></p><p> </p><h3>Love is love </h3><p>Let the parades begin! June is LGBT Pride Month, and celebratory parades are taking place across the country. Washington, D.C., Maryland, Indiana, Massachusetts and Virginia are the top regions searching for Pride, with queries about where and when pride parades are occurring, as well as “what to wear to Pride.” Turns out many parade-goers are thinking about their outfits—search interest for “Love wins shirts” grew 250% this week. </p><p> </p><h3>It Ain't Me Babe</h3><p>Cramming for your high school English test and delivering a Nobel Prize lecture are the same thing, right? In his Nobel Prize lecture, Bob Dylan spoke of novels (including “Moby Dick”) that have inspired him—and he took a few lines from SparkNotes for the speech. Though this may not be the the first time Dylan has borrowed inspiration for his art, people searched for “Bob Dylan plagiarize Sparknotes,” “Bob Dylan Nobel Prize speech,” and “Bob Dylan Sparknotes Moby Dick.”</p><h3>One small sandwich for man</h3><p>KFC’s latest ad campaign, starring Rob Lowe, promised to launch a fried chicken sandwich into space. Now, it’s going to happen. An Arizona company plans to send the sandwich beyond Earth in a balloon, which left people wondering, “How is KFC going to space?” and “When is KFC sending a chicken sandwich to space?” The extraterrestrial news has led to <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?date=now%207-d&q=KFC%20sandwich,McDonalds%20sandwich">search interest</a> in “KFC sandwich” rising 300% above “McDonald’s sandwich.” </p><p><br/></p></div></div>
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https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/16/microsoft-modern-keyboard-fingerprint-sensor/
Fri, 16 Jun 2017 18:05:42 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/microsoft-modern-keyboard.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=889&h=500" /></div><p>Apple finally brought Touch ID to the Mac with the new MacBook Pros last fall, but there’s still no official way to log in to a desktop Mac with your fingerprint. Microsoft is introducing a new macOS-compatible <a href="https://www.microsoft.com/accessories/en-us/products/keyboards/microsoft-modern-keyboard-with-fingerprint-id?ranMID=24542&ranEAID=TnL5HPStwNw&ranSiteID=TnL5HPStwNw-Ij4JfOUHgCnxQDyR_eQSgQ&tduid=(7c6bc6fce4ea3e199b635a2aeeed2868)(256380)(2459594)(TnL5HPStwNw-Ij4JfOUHgCnxQDyR_eQSgQ)()">Modern Keyboard</a> with what it calls a hidden fingerprint reader.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/16/microsoft-modern-keyboard-fingerprint-sensor/#more-487734" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487734&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=487734&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 16 Jun 2017 18:05:42 +00009to5Mac9to5Rewards: Olloclip Active Lens for iPhone 7 & 7 Plus [Giveaway]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/16/9to5rewards-olloclip-active-lens-for-iphone-7-7-plus-giveaway/
Fri, 16 Jun 2017 18:00:51 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/olloclip-active-lens-iphone-7.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p class="p2">This week’s <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/9to5rewards/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">9to5Rewards</a> partner is <a href="https://www.wellbots.com/">Wellbots</a>, a US-based online retailer that specializes in smart products like drones, robots, wearables, home automation devices, connected toys and more.</p>
<p><span class="s1">The company has the <a href="https://www.wellbots.com/olloclip-active-lens-for-iphone-7-7-plus/">Olloclip Active Lens for iPhone 7 and 7 Plus</a> (pictured above and below)</span><span class="s1"> to give away to 9to5Mac readers this week. </span></p>
<p class="p2"> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/16/9to5rewards-olloclip-active-lens-for-iphone-7-7-plus-giveaway/#more-487733" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487733&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=487733&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 16 Jun 2017 18:00:51 +00009to5MacFDA developing pilot program to streamline approvals for digital health devices
https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/16/fda-food-drug-administration-apple-digital-health-medical-regulation-pilot/
Fri, 16 Jun 2017 17:03:37 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/wwdc-diabetes-management-health-insulin.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner Scott Gottlieb this week <a href="http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fda-voice-blog-fostering-medical-innovation-a-plan-for-digital-health-devices-300474760.html">released a statement</a> on how the government agency is aiming to streamline innovation of digital health and medical technology through a new approach to regulating devices:</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/16/fda-food-drug-administration-apple-digital-health-medical-regulation-pilot/#more-487723" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=487723&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=487723&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 16 Jun 2017 17:03:37 +00009to5MacWonders of Malta and Google Street View to enrich Malta’s digital profilehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/U-JW7L0TnfI/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>The reasons people travel haven’t changed much over the years. But how we look for information, about where we’ll go or what the local customs are has increasingly moved online. Google Trends tells us that the majority of tourism-related search queries are general--things like hotels or transportation options. But in Malta, called the “Gem of the Mediterranean,” as much as 43% of total tourism-related queries are focused on cultural attractions, historical sights, and famous buildings.</p><p>This kind of demand for information doesn’t just help Malta’s visitors find what they’re looking for--it has become a concrete opportunity for local tourism businesses and for cultural institutions to grow their audiences online.</p><p>There’s more. According to a soon-to-be-released report “The Impact of Online Content on European Tourism” carried out by Oxford Economics for Google in Southern European countries, clear and accessible online information can power growth in local economies. This in turn leads to new job creation and further GDP growth. This is particularly true and relevant for countries like Malta where tourism remains a significantly important economic sector, accounting for up 26% of the national GDP.</p>With this in mind we worked with <a href="http://heritagemalta.org/">Heritage Malta</a> to create the “<a href="http://g.co/wondersofmalta">Wonders of Malta</a>” project on <a href="https://www.google.com/culturalinstitute/beta/">Google Arts & Culture</a>. This is a unique collection offering viewers from across the world the opportunity to experience the most spectacular collection of Maltese treasures all in one place, at g.co/<a href="https://www.google.com/culturalinstitute/beta/project/wonders-of-malta">wondersofmalta</a>.<p><br/></p><p>From your smartphone or PC you can now walk across the<a href="https://www.google.com/culturalinstitute/beta/preview/partner/ggantija-temples"> Ġgantija Temples</a>, the oldest, free-standing monument in the world, or immerse yourself in the <a href="https://www.google.com/culturalinstitute/beta/preview/partner/hal-saflieni-hypogeum">Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum</a>, considered one of world’s most important prehistoric monuments. In a few taps on your smartphone you can move to Valletta and visit the <a href="https://www.google.com/culturalinstitute/beta/preview/partner/national-museum-of-archaeology">National Museum of Archaeology</a> and its rich collections. The Wonders of Malta project is made of more than 600 new assets, including photos, videos and other documents, 13 super-high resolution “gigapixel” images, more than 35 new exhibits, as well as 28 cardboard tours that will guide users through the diversity and richness of the Maltese culture.<br/></p>That’s not all. After driving more than 2,500 kilometres across all of Malta and Gozo and taking thousands of 360 degree pictures of many locations, starting today we are also making <a href="https://www.google.com/streetview/#discover-malta">Street View available in Malta</a>. Users can get an immersive look at the maltese natural landscape, cultural and historic sites, including heritage and touristic attractions, from <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/@35.8958526,14.5137235,3a,75y,346.9h,106.3t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sgRMxgOXF17s1IwWmVchjyg!2e0!7i13312!8i6656">Valletta</a> to <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/@35.9255678,14.489296,3a,75y,306.68h,85.09t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sISfS9MSazV-vM7k_tPR9UQ!2e0!7i13312!8i6656">St. Julian’s</a> and <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/@36.0459398,14.2388323,3a,75y,14.73h,100.06t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sQMt5WvuJPud1fm9IPuPP6Q!2e0!7i13312!8i6656">Victoria</a> as well as many others, through panoramic street-level images. Organisations and businesses can also benefit from the Street View technology. The street-level imagery of the location in fact can help them promote and increase awareness of their business - whether it’s a restaurant, hotel, local attraction or any other point of interest.<br/><p></p><p></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Whether you’re a student looking to improve your digital skills, or a visitor interested in knowing more about Malta, with the help of Google technologies and platform and the great contents provided by our partners we believe we are contributing positively not only to Malta’s digital profile but to the further development of its cultural and economic life. </p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/U-JW7L0TnfI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 16 Jun 2017 08:00:00 +0000Fri, 16 Jun 2017 08:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogThis Week on Windows: E3, the new Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, Windows 10 S and more
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Thu, 15 Jun 2017 17:00:46 +0000It’s been an action-packed week between announcing Xbox One X and showing 42 new titles at E3, and the availability of the new Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, and Windows 10 S. Head over here to catch up on all the Xbox news out of our E3 Briefing, check out the new gaming devices announced at […]Thu, 15 Jun 2017 17:00:46 +0000Windows BlogHow a PRI correspondent uses Pixel to capture stories from the fieldhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/47JpikSCmOU/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/_RichardHall">Richard Hall</a> is the Middle East correspondent for Public Radio International, based in Beirut, Lebanon. He travels all over the region, reporting on the Syrian civil war, the refugee crisis, and everyday life. Recently he started using a Pixel to capture photographs for <a href="https://www.pri.org/stories/2017-04-25/years-after-us-iraq-intervention-yazidis-are-still-seeking-safety-mountain">his stories</a>—so we asked him to tell us a bit about his approach to reporting and how Pixel plays a role. Hear more from Richard and see some of his photos below. </p><p><i>My job requires me to do a little bit of everything—radio, writing and photography. I used to lug around a big camera with me on stories, but it got in the way. Good radio requires a conversation and making a connection. Setting up a camera to take a shot can interrupt all that; it puts up a barrier between me and the subject. My aim is always to take the best shot with as little fuss as possible—to keep that conversation going.</i></p></div></div>
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<figcaption><div class="rich-text">Fares Saydo, a 60-year-old Yazidi man, on top of Mount Sinjar, where thousands of Yazidis have sought refuge since the Islamic State committed genocide against them. March 2017. Photo by Richard Hall.</div></figcaption>
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<figcaption><div class="rich-text">Syrian refugee children outside their makeshifts homes at a camp in the Bekaa Valley, eastern Lebanon. Lebanon has taken in more than one million Syrian refugees since the war began next door in 2011. Lebanese authorities do not allow Syrians to build decent shelters, fearing that they may stay even after the war is over. January 2017. Photo by Richard Hall.</div></figcaption>
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<figcaption><div class="rich-text">Rescuers from a Save the Children ship approach a boat full of migrants in the Mediterranean Sea, off the coast of Libya. The charity rescued 635 people in one day—its biggest ever. May 2017. Photo by Richard Hall.</div></figcaption>
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<figcaption><div class="rich-text">A migrant from Bangladesh sees land for the first time in days. He was one of 635 people rescued from unsafe boats in Mediterranean during save the Children's biggest rescue ever. We had been on the boat for a three days when we first saw Sicily in the distance. May 2017. Photo by Richard Hall.</div></figcaption>
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http://blogs.windows.com/devices/2017/06/14/surface-laptop-surface-pro-available-today-markets-around-world/
Thu, 15 Jun 2017 04:01:16 +0000Today, Surface is celebrating the largest launch in its history with <a href="https://blogs.windows.com/devices/2017/05/02/introducing-surface-laptop-powered-by-windows-10-s/#kFb0mO2my7CPoj6q.97" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Surface Laptop</a> and <a href="https://blogs.windows.com/devices/2017/05/23/meet-new-surface-pro/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the new Surface Pro</a> now available in 25 markets around the world, as well as expanded global availability for <a href="https://www.microsoft.com/store/d/surface-studio/8xcw9bbpvfv9/5T1N" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Surface Studio</a>.Thu, 15 Jun 2017 04:01:16 +0000Windows BlogSix things you need to know about Windows 10 S
http://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/06/14/six-things-need-know-windows-10-s/
Thu, 15 Jun 2017 04:01:13 +0000Today, <a href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-s">Windows 10 S</a>, a new experience in Windows, becomes available to customers around the world through the purchase of <a href="https://blogs.windows.com/devices/2017/05/02/introducing-surface-laptop-powered-by-windows-10-s/">Surface Laptop</a>. Windows 10 S will continue to become available on a range of modern devices from our partners later this year.Thu, 15 Jun 2017 04:01:13 +0000Windows BlogHow Google Cloud is transforming Japanese businesseshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/shqeTcjKh3s/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>This week, we welcomed 13,000 executives, developers, IT managers and partners to our largest Asia-Pacific Cloud event, <a href="https://cloudnext.withgoogle.com/tokyo/">Google Cloud Next Tokyo</a>. During this event, we celebrated the many ways that Japanese companies such as Kewpie, Sony (and even <a href="https://cloud.google.com/blog/big-data/2016/08/how-a-japanese-cucumber-farmer-is-using-deep-learning-and-tensorflow">cucumber farmers</a>) have transformed and scaled their businesses using Google Cloud. </p><p>Since the <a href="https://www.blog.google/topics/google-cloud/google-cloud-platform-tokyo-region-now-open-for-business/">launch of the Google Cloud Tokyo region</a> last November, roughly 40 percent of Google Compute Engine core hour usage in Tokyo is from customers new to <a href="https://cloud.google.com/">Google Cloud Platform</a> (GCP). The number of new customers using Compute Engine has increased by an average of 21 percent monthly over the last three months, and the total number of paid customers in Japan has increased by 70 percent over the last year.</p><p>By supplying compliance statements and documents for <a href="https://cloud.google.com/security/compliance#fisc-japan">FISC</a> — an important Japanese compliance standard — for both GCP and <a href="https://gsuite.google.com/">G Suite</a>, we’re making it easier to do business with Google Cloud in Japan.</p><p>Here are a few of the exciting announcements that came out of Next Tokyo:</p><h3>Retailers embracing enterprise innovation </h3><p>One of the biggest retailers in Japan, FamilyMart, will work with Google’s Professional Services Organization to transform the way it works, reform its store operations, and build a retail model for the next generation. FamilyMart is using G Suite to facilitate a collaborative culture and transform its business to embrace an ever-changing landscape. Furthermore, it plans to use big data analysis and machine learning to develop new ways of managing store operations. The project, — dubbed “Famima 10x” — kicks off by introducing G Suite to facilitate a more flexible work style and encourage a more collaborative, innovative culture. </p><h3>Modernizing food production with cloud computing, data analytics and machine learning</h3><p>Kewpie, a major food manufacturer in Japan famous for their mayonnaise, takes high standards of food production seriously. For its baby food, it used to depend on human eyes to evaluate 4 - 5 tons of food materials daily, per factory, to root out bad potato cubes — a labor-intensive task that required intense focus on the production line. But over the course of six months, Kewpie has tested Cloud<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwWg__HVfsM&feature=youtu.be&t=34m57s"> Machine Learning Engine</a> and TensorFlow to help identify the bad cubes. The results of the tests were so successful that Kewpie adopted the technology.</p><h3>Empowering employees to conduct effective data analysis</h3><p>Sony Network Communications Inc. is a division of Sony Group that develops and operates cloud services and applications for Sony group companies. It converted from Hive/Hadoop to BigQuery and established a data analysis platform based on BigQuery, called Private Data Management Platform. This not only reduces data preparation and maintenance costs, but also allows a wide range of employees — from data scientists to those who are only familiar with SQL — to conduct effective data analysis, which in turn made its data-driven business more productive than before.</p><h3>Collaborating with partners</h3><p>During Next Tokyo, we announced five new Japanese partners that will help Google Cloud better serve customers.</p><ul><li><p>NTT Communications Corporation is a respected Japanese cloud solution provider and new Google Cloud partner that helps enterprises worldwide optimize their information and communications technology environments. GCP will connect with NTT Communications’ Enterprise Cloud, and NTT Communications plans to develop new services utilizing Google Cloud’s big data analysis and machine intelligence solutions. NTT Communications will use both G Suite and GCP to run its own business and will use its experiences to help both Japanese and international enterprises.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>KDDI is already a key partner for G Suite and Chrome devices and will offer GCP to the Japanese market this summer, in addition to an expanded networking partnership.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Softbank has been a G Suite partner since 2011 and will expand the collaboration with Google Cloud to include solutions utilizing GCP in its offerings. As part of the collaboration, Softbank plans to link GCP with its own “White Cloud” service in addition to promoting next-generation workplaces with G Suite.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>SORACOM, which uses cellular and LoRaWAN networks to provide connectivity for IoT devices, announced two new integrations with GCP. SORACOM Beam, its data transfer support service, now supports Google Cloud IoT Core, and SORACOM Funnel, its cloud resource adapter service, enables constrained devices to send messages to Google Cloud Pub/Sub. This means that a small, battery-powered sensor can keep sending data to GCP by LoRaWAN for months, for example.</p></li></ul><h3>Create Cloud Spanner instances in Tokyo</h3><p><a href="https://cloud.google.com/spanner/">Cloud Spanner</a> is the world’s first horizontally-scalable and strongly-consistent relational database service. It became <a href="https://cloudplatform.googleblog.com/2017/05/Cloud-Spanner-is-now-production-ready-let-the-migrations-begin.html">generally available in May</a>, delivering long-term value for our customers with mission-critical applications in the cloud, including customer authentication systems, business-transaction and inventory-management systems, and high-volume media systems that require low latency and high throughput. Starting today, customers can store data and create Spanner instances directly in our Tokyo region.</p><h3>Jamboard coming to Japan in 2018</h3><p>At Next Tokyo, businesses discussed how they can use technology to improve productivity, and make it easier for employees to work together. Jamboard, a digital whiteboard designed specifically for the cloud, allows employees to sketch their ideas whiteboard-style on a brilliant 4k display, and drop images, add notes and pull things directly from the web while they collaborate with team members from anywhere. This week, we announced that Jamboard will be generally available in Japan in 2018.</p><h3>Why Japanese companies are choosing Google Cloud</h3><p> </p><p>For Kewpie, Sony and FamilyMart, Google’s track record building secure infrastructure all over the world was an important consideration for their move to Google Cloud. From energy-efficient data centers to custom servers to custom networking gear to a software-defined global backbone to specialized ASICs for machine learning, Google has been living cloud at scale for more than 15 years—and we bring all of it to bear in Google Cloud.</p>We hope to see many of you as we go on the road to meet with customers and partners, and encourage you to learn more about <a href="https://cloudnext.withgoogle.com/">upcoming Google Cloud events</a>. </div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/shqeTcjKh3s" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Thu, 15 Jun 2017 02:00:00 +0000Thu, 15 Jun 2017 02:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogDirect your own movies in Toontastic 3D with our new Cars 3 and Fruit Ninja themes!http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/iY06O2z1SRA/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>As parents, we watch our kids craft stories every day—remixing and reimagining the world around us in fantastic adventures that rival many Hollywood screenplays. The stories we tell them inspire their imaginations—while toys, crayons and sofa cushions become props for their performances.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>In January, we <a href="https://blog.google/topics/education/introducing-toontastic-3d-playful-storytelling-app-kids/">released</a> a playful storytelling app called <a href="https://toontastic.withgoogle.com/">Toontastic 3D</a> for kids (and kids at heart) to draw, animate, narrate and record their own cartoons. Since then kids have created 2.5 million cartoons with 24,000 hours of content. That’s nearly three years worth of swashbuckling adventures, intergalactic explorations, inquisitive science reports and inventive design pitches.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Toontastic works a lot like a digital puppet theater—you simply choose a setting, cast your characters, and play! As you move your character on screen, the app records your animations and your voice as a cartoon video. The built-in characters and settings make creating your cartoon really easy, but like dolls and action figures, they also empower kids to tell great stories.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Today, we’re adding new characters and settings to Toontastic that are sure to spark the creativity of kids around the world. Inspired by Disney•Pixar’s new movie “Cars 3” releasing this week, kids can now create their very own cartoons with Lightning McQueen and Mater as well as new characters Jackson Storm, Cruz Ramirez and Miss Fritter. Two playsets from the film are included—the Florida 500 raceway and the Thunder Hollow demolition derby. Kids can also get an inside look into how animated movies are made with a “behind the scenes” tour of <a href="https://www.pixar.com/">Pixar Animation Studios</a> in the app. “Cars 3” characters and playsets can be added to cartoons until September 30.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>To create your own Cars 3 inspired cartoons and Fruit Ninja adventures, download the updated release of <a href="http://toontastic.com">Toontastic 3D</a> today for Android, iOS, and select Chromebooks. Now start your <strike>engines</strike>.. er... stories in 3-2-1!</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/iY06O2z1SRA" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 14 Jun 2017 19:00:00 +0000Wed, 14 Jun 2017 19:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogTune in to Imagine Cup July 27 to see which team of student developers wins
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Wed, 14 Jun 2017 13:12:09 +0000Fifteen years ago, when Microsoft first launched Imagine Cup, the premise was simple – create a global innovation competition to inspire the brightest young minds in the world to bring their boldest ideas to life with technology Those prizes include $100,000 in cash, a $120,000 Azure Grant, a trip to next year’s Build developer conference […]Wed, 14 Jun 2017 13:12:09 +0000Windows BlogAnnouncing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 15223 for Mobile
http://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/06/13/announcing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-15223-mobile/
Wed, 14 Jun 2017 00:00:22 +0000Hello Windows Insiders! We have released Windows 10 Mobile Insider Preview Build 15223 to in the Fast ring. This build is just one builder newer than last week’s Mobile build and includes the following fixes and improvements: We fixed an issue where only the first VPN profile was being displayed in the VPN settings page […]Wed, 14 Jun 2017 00:00:22 +0000Windows BlogMicrosoft releases additional updates to protect against potential nation-state activity
http://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/06/13/microsoft-releases-additional-updates-protect-potential-nation-state-activity/
Tue, 13 Jun 2017 18:16:04 +0000On May 12, 2017, the WannaCrypt ransomware served as an all too real example of the danger of cyber attacks to individuals and businesses globally. In reviewing the updates for this month, some vulnerabilities were identified that pose elevated risk of cyber attacks by government organizations, sometimes referred to as nation-state actors or other copycat […]Tue, 13 Jun 2017 18:16:04 +0000Windows BlogIs Project Fi right for you?http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/Z80yd4GPdwM/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Choosing a new wireless plan is a big decision. There are a lot of things to consider—like coverage, prices and devices. But how do you know if you’ll get what you’re looking for?<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>With Project Fi, we want to make your entire wireless experience simple and easy. That includes deciding whether Project Fi is the right wireless service for you—or not. We built the <a href="https://fi.google.com/about/quiz/">Fi Fit Quiz</a>, a tool that provides a personalized assessment of your potential experience with Project Fi. Just answer five quick questions, and we’ll help you do the following:</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>Check your coverage where you live and where you go: </b>We’ll help you understand what kind of speeds you can expect, whether it’s your work, school or home. Feel free to try multiple addresses.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>Estimate your monthly Project Fi bill and compare to your current plan: </b>Use our interactive calculator see how your costs change with additional data usage or additional plan members.</p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><b>View device compatibility and explore Project Fi-ready phones: </b>We’ll let you know whether or not your current devices are built to intelligently shift between Project Fi’s network of networks. If your phone isn’t equipped for the Project Fi network, you can get the scoop on our Fi-ready devices and our 0% interest financing option.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Finally, whether you’re looking for a second opinion or wanting to share your results with friends and family, it’s easy to share right from your report. If you’re already a Project Fi member, pass along the quiz to any friends considering Project Fi (along with your referral code, of course, so that both of you can receive a <a href="https://support.google.com/fi/answer/7220173?hl=en">$20 credit</a>).<br/></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/Z80yd4GPdwM" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Tue, 13 Jun 2017 17:00:00 +0000Tue, 13 Jun 2017 17:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogOneDrive Files On-Demand now available for Windows Insiders
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Tue, 13 Jun 2017 16:00:12 +0000Hello Windows Insiders! At Build 2017, Joe Belfiore announced that the new OneDrive Files On-Demand feature will be delivered with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. And today, we are excited to announce that OneDrive Files On-Demand is rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring who are on Build 16215. The updated OneDrive […]Tue, 13 Jun 2017 16:00:12 +0000Windows BlogMore Levels, and more ways to contribute for Local Guideshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/xESF4391DXM/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESQRlDIo8CI&t=7s">Luis Duran</a>, from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, is passionate about helping people with disabilities better navigate and explore his city. <a href="https://www.localguidesconnect.com/t5/News-Updates/Celebrating-International-Women-s-Day/bc-p/150455/highlight/true#M2257">Kim Flowers</a>, in Melbourne, Australia, believes everyone should think locally and prides herself on helping businesses in her community. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdPku-W-DiM">Chioma James</a> from Lagos, Nigeria, is working to ensure that victims of sexual crimes can easily find necessary resources like hospitals, police stations and counseling centers. All three of these individuals are Local Guides—people from around the world who help their communities by adding reviews, photos and updated location information to Google Maps. </p></div></div>
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Mon, 12 Jun 2017 23:14:30 +0000Today at E3, Alienware and Dell announced new PC gaming systems and components, including Alienware gaming desktops with new multi-core processor options, and a full range of performance gaming monitors and peripherals. Powered by Windows 10—the best version of Windows for gaming— these new devices are built specifically for the needs of gamers, including native […]Mon, 12 Jun 2017 23:14:30 +0000Windows BlogFinding the Qibla in augmented realityhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/LLkroabNWsA/<div class="block-image_half_width"><div class="uni-half-width align-right">
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>The service is <a href="https://qiblafinder.withgoogle.com">available through your browser today</a> and will be also be available long after Ramadan. Visit our <a href="http://Ramadan.withgoogle.com">Ramadan Hub</a> (g<a href="http://g.co/ramadan">.co/Ramadan</a>) to find out more about the Qibla Finder and other features to help you observe the month.<br/></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/LLkroabNWsA" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 17:45:00 +0000Mon, 12 Jun 2017 17:45:00 +0000The Official Google BlogFour signs you’re wasting time at work and how G Suite can helphttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/loDMQZxuy88/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>We all waste time at work, whether it’s on purpose (<a href="http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/herocomplex/la-et-hc-wonder-woman-timeline-20170531-htmlstory.html">brushing up on Wonder Woman's history</a>) or on accident (really should have budgeted more time for internal reviews). Luckily, G Suite can help you accomplish more at work, quicker. Here are four tell-tale signs you’re spending time on the wrong things, and tips on how to avoid these time-sinks.<br/></p></div></div>
<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>1. You’ve spent more time emailing co-workers than you have actually working </h3><p>The average worker spends an estimated <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/3043689/6-ways-to-cut-the-amount-of-time-you-spend-on-email">13 hours per week</a> writing emails—nearly two full work days. Luckily, you can cut back on time spent replying to emails with <a href="https://blog.google/products/gmail/save-time-with-smart-reply-in-gmail/">Smart Reply in Gmail</a>. Smart Reply uses machine learning to generate quick, natural language responses for you.<br/></p><h3>2. You’ve spent the past hour formatting slides for a presentation</h3><p></p><p>Is an image centered? Should you use “Times New Roman” or “Calibri?” Formatting presentations monopolizes too much of our time and takes away from what’s really valuable: sharing insights.</p>But you can save time polishing your presentations by using <a href="https://blog.google/products/docs/explore-docs-sheets-and-slides/">Explore in Slides</a>, powered by machine learning. Explore generates design suggestions for your presentation so you don’t have to worry about cropping, resizing or reformatting. You can also use <a href="https://blog.google/products/docs/explore-docs-sheets-and-slides/">Explore in Docs</a>, which makes it easy to research right within your documents. Explore will recommend related topics to help you learn more or even suggest photos or more content you can add to your document. Check out how to use Explore in Slides and Docs in this episode of the G Suite Show:<br/><p></p><p></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>To test drive these updates to Gboard for Android, head to the <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.inputmethod.latin">Google Play Store</a> and make sure you’re running the latest version of the app (version 6.3). </p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/imkEWhhA9uA" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 15:00:00 +0000Mon, 12 Jun 2017 15:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogUsing machine learning to help people make smart decisions about solar energyhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/dxAEkYvB460/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p> A few years ago, when my family was first deciding whether or not to go solar, I remember driving around the neighborhood, looking at all the solar arrays on nearby rooftops. It made me realize: Wow, solar isn’t some futuristic concept, it’s already part of the fabric of my town! Seeing that others around me were already benefiting from solar helped me decide to do the same.</p>We want to make it easy for people to make informed decisions about whether to invest in solar. <a href="https://www.google.com/get/sunroof#p=0">Project Sunroof</a> already shows you <a href="https://blog.google/products/maps/shedding-light-solar-potential-all-50-us-states/">solar potential and cost saving for more than 60 million individual homes</a>. Today we’re adding a new feature, <a href="https://www.google.com/get/sunroof/data-explorer/">Project Sunroof Data Explorer</a>, which shows a map of existing solar installations in neighborhoods throughout the United States. Now instead of driving street to street, it’s a little easier to see if houses around you and communities nearby have already gone solar. </div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>This feature combines machine learning with imagery from Google Maps and Google Earth to provide an estimate of how many houses in an area have solar. We started by taking in high-resolution imagery of rooftops and manually identifying solar installations. We then used that data as the initial training set for our algorithm. After many iterations, our machine learning algorithms can now automatically find and identify installations in the imagery (both photovoltaic panels, which produce electricity, and solar hot water heaters). Even for machines, practice makes perfect! </p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>So far we’ve identified around 700,000 installations in the U.S. and over time, as we continue to train the algorithms and apply improvements, we will be able to find and show more installations. We hope that this new feature will provide policy makers, communities and individuals with more information to help make smarter decisions in their transition to cleaner power sources.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/dxAEkYvB460" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 15:00:00 +0000Mon, 12 Jun 2017 15:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogThe High Five: Courtside seats for Comeyhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/tvk6GUJQdkI/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Cavs vs. Warriors. Cookies vs. oranges. And Madrid vs. manspreaders. Here’s a look at some of the top trending searches from the week of June 2. </p><h3>Nothin’ but net</h3><p>… on Google this week, as people search for details about the <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/story/US_cu_2Ea_ZVwBAAA7oM_en">NBA Finals</a>. This year marks a third consecutive matchup between the Cavaliers and the Warriors—a first for any two teams in the NBA. Searchers wanted to know who won games 2 and 3, as well as what channel and time the next game was on. Though the Warriors have won every game in the series so far, LeBron James has consistently been at the top of the search pack this week, followed alternately by Steph Curry and Kevin Durant. Finally, if you need a little Basketball 101, you’re not alone: Searchers also asked, “How many games to win the NBA finals?” Four out of seven—and Game 4 tips off tonight.</p><h3>Comey Day</h3><p>The Warriors may be up 3-0, but when it came to must-see TV they had some competition from an unexpected corner this week. Former FBI Director James Comey testified in front of the Senate Intelligence Committee yesterday about the investigation into Russian interference in the presidential election, and people were dialed-in. During his testimony, search interest in “Comey live” spiked 200 percent higher than “NBA finals live” at any other point this month in the U.S. Many wanted to know why Comey was fired, as well as “Who is on the Senate Intelligence Committee?” and “Who is questioning Comey right now?” While Comey was answering questions under oath, others were keeping an eye on the President’s reaction, asking “Is Trump live tweeting now?” But the top question about Comey yesterday wasn’t political. It was “How tall is James Comey?” Answer: Taller than Steph Curry, as tall as LeBron James. </p><p> </p><h3>An a-peeling parody</h3><p>“Orange is the New Black” debuts its fifth season today, but this week was all about Piper Snackman. Inspired by the Netflix series, Sesame Street released a creative skit to teach kids about the benefits of healthy eating. In addition to Piper, “Orange is the New Snack” features adorable muppet versions of Red, Morello and the rest of the OITNB crew—including, inevitably, “Googley eyes.” Most searchers were simply looking for the video to watch the parody (with variations on “Sesame Street is the new snack” and “Sesame Street does Orange is the New Black”), but Sesame Street should be hopeful that some folks took the message to heart. Search interest in “orange snacks” spiked more than 900 percent this week.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h3>Stop the spread</h3><p>This week, Madrid became the most recent city to take a stand on “manspreading” on public transportation. The city’s transit agency will be posting signs on all their buses to remind passengers that taking up more than one seat via their posture is considered bad public transportation behavior. In the U.S., where the NYC subway has had similar signs for three years, people turned to Google to ask “Why is manspreading an issue?” and “is manspreading sexist?” as well as as how to fight it (apart from better signage, we assume). They also wondered, “What do you call manspreading in Spanish?” The answer, as far as we can tell: “el manspreading.” You know what they say—body language is universal.</p><h3>Thank you for being a friend</h3><p>People turned to to social media to celebrate their BFFs yesterday for National Best Friends Day. Many searchers were looking for memes and GIFs to share, while more sentimental types searched for “happy national best friend day quotes.” Skeptical about made-up holidays? Consider that other national days people were searching for this week include “VCR Day,” “Attitude Day” and “Chocolate Ice Cream Day.” Whatever you celebrated this week, search has your back—that’s what friends are for.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/tvk6GUJQdkI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 09 Jun 2017 20:00:00 +0000Fri, 09 Jun 2017 20:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogFind Pride events on the maphttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/nmau-AUVZfg/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>People everywhere are celebrating Pride this month. To help you find your local parade and events or just navigate around the crowds, we’ve added the parade routes and event info to Google Maps on both Android and iOS in 35 cities worldwide.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>If you’re in one of the 35 covered cities, you’ll notice a rainbow parade route on the map itself. Tap it to open an event card with more information like what kind of traffic to expect nearby, event hours, and a description of what’s happening. Pride events other than parades will be marked on the map with a special Pride icon, which will also reveal more info when tapped. For passersby who need to navigate around the parades and events, we’ve incorporated road closures and detours, and will dynamically reroute drivers around the festivities. </p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Whether you’re heading to a Pride parade or navigating the areas nearby, Google Maps will help get you where you’re going. Happy Pride! </p></div></div>
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<figcaption><div class="rich-text">*Covered Cities: Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Boston, Brooklyn, Chicago, Cologne, Dallas, Delhi, Dublin, Guadalajara, Hamburg, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Lyon, Madrid, Manchester, Mexico City, Miami, Milan, Munich, NYC, Paris, Rome, San Antonio, San Francisco, Sao Paulo, Seattle, Sydney, Tel Aviv, Toronto, Washington, DC, Zurich</div></figcaption>
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</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/nmau-AUVZfg" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 09 Jun 2017 15:00:00 +0000Fri, 09 Jun 2017 15:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogSee the world through the lens of #teampixelhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/t0rq7GwcOCo/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Morning mist in Brisbane, Australia. Shadows falling on striped hillsides outside Cusco, Peru. The sky reflecting off city windows in Yerevan, Armenia. Palm trees silhouetted against an evening sky in Santa Cruz, California. A good photograph can transport you anywhere and let you see the world from someone else’s perspective—and #teampixel is going places.</p><p>A few months ago, we asked Pixel users around the world to share their photographs on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/teampixel/?hl=en">Instagram</a> with the hashtag #teampixel. We’ve highlighted these contributions each week on our Instagram account, as well as in an <a href="https://blog.google/products/pixel/turning-teampixel-photography-immersive-art-exhibit/">immersive digital installation</a> on the High Line in New York this spring.</p><p>Now we’re bringing the creativity of #teampixel photographers to the Keyword as well. Starting today and weekly going forward, we’re featuring “Pixel perfect” photographs shared from users around the world. See this week’s collection:</p></div></div>
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