Popular vendor of OS.http://aics-app.sakura.ne.jp/rss_share/201504271430106698867Microsoft, Apple, Google's latest news. Contains official and unofficial news.(ENG)Crossplatform play comes to Xbox One’s Roblox
https://www.onmsft.com/news/crossplatform-play-comes-to-xbox-ones-roblox
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 06:40:21 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/roblox-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Roblox on Xbox ONe" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/roblox-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/roblox-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/roblox-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />The video game-creator video game, Roblox, has just turned on cross-platform play for Xbox One players which means that they’ll now be able to interact with other Roblox players on other platforms such as PC, tablets, mobile, and VR. “Since we launched exclusively on Xbox One in January 2016, Roblox has been a massive success […]Tue, 31 Oct 2017 06:40:21 +0000On MSFTYouTube TV comes to Microsoft’s Xbox One
https://www.onmsft.com/news/youtube-tv-comes-to-microsofts-xbox-one
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 06:21:03 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/youtubetv-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="YouTube TV Xbox One App" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/youtubetv-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/youtubetv-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/youtubetv-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />YouTube today announced that they would be launching later this week an official YouTube TV app for Microsoft’s Xbox One video game console. YouTube TV is a paid subscription service that allows its users to stream live TV from over 40 TV channels in the U.S. It’s significantly more expensive than rival on-demand streaming services […]Tue, 31 Oct 2017 06:21:03 +0000On MSFTThis week’s Deals with Gold feature Darksiders Fury’s Collection and XCOM 2
https://www.onmsft.com/news/this-weeks-deals-with-gold-feature-darksiders-furys-collection-and-xcom-2
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 05:55:36 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image-3-1031x580.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/2017/10/image-3-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image-3-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image-3.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />XCOM 2, EA SPORTS UFC 2, Darksiders Fury’s Collection are all 60% off with this week's Deals with Gold.Tue, 31 Oct 2017 05:55:36 +0000On MSFTWSJ: Apple designing iPhones & iPads that exclusively use Intel & MediaTek, dropping Qualcomm entirely
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/iphone-ipad-without-qualcomm/
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 01:22:28 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/04/qualcomm.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" /></div><p>As the legal battle between the two companies continues to escalate, a new report from <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/apple-is-designing-iphones-ipads-that-would-drop-qualcomm-components-1509408668">The Wall Street Journal</a> says Apple is designing iPhones and iPads for next year that don’t incorporate Qualcomm chips…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/iphone-ipad-without-qualcomm/#more-506273" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506273&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=506273&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Tue, 31 Oct 2017 01:22:28 +00009to5MacLenovo Miix 720: A modern professional’s workhorse
https://www.onmsft.com/news/lenovo-miix-720-a-modern-professionals-workhorse
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 01:08:42 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/WP_20170925_11_28_19_Rich_LI-1030x580.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/2017/10/WP_20170925_11_28_19_Rich_LI-1030x580.jpg 1030w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/WP_20170925_11_28_19_Rich_LI-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/WP_20170925_11_28_19_Rich_LI-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px" />The only other 2-in-1 form factor that has gained any sort of traction is the Surface Pro-like detachable and while Lenovo didn't pioneer this form factor it is looking to polish and refine the approach with its Mixx 720.Tue, 31 Oct 2017 01:08:42 +0000On MSFTInstagram adds mid-feed preview tiles for Stories, tests new stop-motion camera feature
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/instagram-story-tiles-stop-motion-camera/
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 00:11:40 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/ig-story-tiles.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Over a year ago, <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/08/02/instagram-stories-snapchat-clone/">Instagram rolled out its clone</a> of Snapchat’s popular Stories feature and has since said that its version of Stories <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/20/facebook-instagram-250-million-users-snapchat/">reaches over 250 million daily users</a>. Now, Instagram is making a change to its iOS app that makes Stories even more prominent…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/instagram-story-tiles-stop-motion-camera/#more-506270" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506270&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=506270&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Tue, 31 Oct 2017 00:11:40 +00009to5MacMicrosoft publishes new productivity report revealing the challenges of digital transformation in the UK
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-publishes-new-productivity-report-revealing-the-challenges-of-digital-transformation-in-the-uk
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 00:01:43 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Microsoft-productivity-report-1036x580.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/2017/10/Microsoft-productivity-report-1036x580.png 1036w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Microsoft-productivity-report-250x140.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Microsoft-productivity-report-768x430.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1036px) 100vw, 1036px" />Microsoft published a new study showing that employee’s fear of change is putting British businesses at risk.Tue, 31 Oct 2017 00:01:43 +0000On MSFTAnalysts bullish on first weekend iPhone X pre-orders as AAPL touches new high
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/iphone-x-first-weekend-number-predictions/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 23:24:52 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/09/iphone-x-production.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>On the heels of <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/27/iphone-x-now-available/">iPhone X pre-orders kicking off</a>, Apple’s stock touched a new record high today. Despite pre-order numbers being unknown at this point, several analysts are bullish on early performance of the device and see the device being in high demand rather than purely plagued by low supply…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/iphone-x-first-weekend-number-predictions/#more-506264" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506264&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=506264&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 23:24:52 +00009to5MacWhat’s new in iOS 11.2 beta 1? Hands-on with changes and features [Video]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/whats-new-in-ios-11-2-beta-1-hands-on-with-changes-and-features-video/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 23:06:44 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/ios-11-1-beta-2.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>The <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/ios-11-2-beta-1/">first iOS 11.2 beta went out to developers earlier today</a> and with it comes several new updates and changes. As you might expect that are quite a few small tweaks and enhancements scattered throughout the release, but 11.2 beta 1 also lends us a first look at the new <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/05/apple-announces-airplay-2-w-multi-room-support-new-social-features-in-music-more/">AirPlay 2</a> multi-room control features that Apple announced back at WWDC 2017.</p>
<p>Have a look at our hands-on video walkthrough for more details… <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/whats-new-in-ios-11-2-beta-1-hands-on-with-changes-and-features-video/#more-506209" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506209&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=506209&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 23:06:44 +00009to5MacSecurity and disinformation in the U.S. 2016 electionhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/cii2Q_r8BbI/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>We’ve seen many types of efforts to abuse Google’s services over the years. And, like other internet platforms, we have found some evidence of efforts to misuse our platforms during the 2016 U.S. election by actors linked to the Internet Research Agency in Russia. </p><p>Preventing the misuse of our platforms is something that we take very seriously; it’s a major focus for our teams. We’re committed to finding a way to stop this type of abuse, and to working closely with governments, law enforcement, other companies, and leading NGOs to promote electoral integrity and user security, and combat misinformation. </p><p>We have been conducting a thorough investigation related to the U.S. election across our products drawing on the work of our information security team, research into misinformation campaigns from our teams, and leads provided by other companies. Today, we are sharing <a href="https://blog.google/documents/6/google_US2016election_findings.pdf">results</a> from that investigation. While we have found only limited activity on our services, we will continue to work to prevent all of it, because there is no amount of interference that is acceptable.</p><p>We will be launching several new initiatives to provide more transparency and enhance security, which we also detail in these information sheets: <a href="https://blog.google/documents/6/google_US2016election_findings.pdf">what we found</a>, <a href="https://blog.google/documents/8/google_US2016election_steps_against_phishing_hacking.pdf">steps against phishing and hacking</a>, and <a href="https://blog.google/documents/7/google_US2016election_work_going_forward.pdf">our work going forward</a>. </p><p>Our work doesn’t stop here, and we’ll continue to investigate as new information comes to light. Improving transparency is a good start, but we must also address new and evolving threat vectors for misinformation and attacks on future elections. We will continue to do our best to help people find valuable and useful information, an essential foundation for an informed citizenry and a robust democratic process.<br/></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/cii2Q_r8BbI" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Mon, 30 Oct 2017 22:58:00 +0000Mon, 30 Oct 2017 22:58:00 +0000The Official Google BlogChuwi CoreBook is the company’s new Windows 10 2-in-1 convertible
https://www.onmsft.com/news/chuwi-corebook-is-the-companys-new-windows-10-2-in-1-convertible
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 22:03:28 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/chuwi-corebook-1-1031x580.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/2017/10/chuwi-corebook-1-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/chuwi-corebook-1-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/chuwi-corebook-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/chuwi-corebook-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />After a successful crowdsourcing campaign for the company’s last 2-in-1 convertible, SurBook, Chuwi has launched a new campaign for its new upgraded device, the Chuwi CoreBook. Established in 2004, Chuwi is a popular Chinese OEM headquartered in Shenzhen. A global strategic partner for both Intel and Microsoft, the company has gained some footing in the […]Mon, 30 Oct 2017 22:03:28 +0000On MSFTTim Cook meets with Chinese president ahead of iPhone X release
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/tim-cook-chinese-president-meeting/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 21:58:52 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/tim-cook-oxford.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>According to a new report from <a href="http://www.reuters.com/article/us-china-tech/apples-cook-facebooks-zuckerberg-meet-chinas-xi-in-beijing-idUSKBN1CZ1NP">Reuters</a>, Apple CEO Tim Cook recently met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The meeting was part of an annual gathering of advisors to the business school at Beijing’s Tsinghua University…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/tim-cook-chinese-president-meeting/#more-506259" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506259&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=506259&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 21:58:52 +00009to5MaciOS 11.2 introduces ‘SiriKit for HomePod’ for limited third-party app support using nearby iPhones or iPads
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/sirikit-for-homepod-ios-11-2/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 19:30:37 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/09/homepod.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>Apple has detailed an upcoming feature included in the new<a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/ios-11-2-beta-1/"> iOS 11.2 developer beta</a> called SiriKit for HomePod. When HomePod launches in December, SiriKit for HomePod will allow developers to use the smart speaker as an access point to sending commands to their apps on iPhone and iPad.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/sirikit-for-homepod-ios-11-2/#more-506239" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506239&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=506239&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 19:30:37 +00009to5MacSquare announces fully integrated high-end ‘Square Register’ with Apple Pay reader
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/square-fully-integrated-square-register/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 18:31:48 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/square-stand-new-register.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Square today has announced a brand new high-end all-in-one point of sale product called <a href="http://bit.ly/2gWGib1">Square Register</a> that integrates hardware, software, and payments.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/square-fully-integrated-square-register/#more-506217" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506217&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=506217&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 18:31:48 +00009to5MacReport: Softbank to nix pending Sprint and T-Mobile merger deal [U]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/softbank-call-off-sprint-t-mobile-deal/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:40:48 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2016/08/t-mobile-sprint.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" /></div><p><em>UPDATE: Not so fast says CNBC…</em></p>
<p>Citing sources close to the matter, <a href="https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Deals/SoftBank-calling-off-talks-to-merge-Sprint-T-Mobile?n_cid=NARAN012">Nikkei</a> today is reporting that SoftBank will call off the Sprint and T-Mobile merger.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/softbank-call-off-sprint-t-mobile-deal/#more-506194" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506194&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=506194&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:40:48 +00009to5MacLogoist 3 arrives on Mac App Store, 50% off for limited time
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/logoist-3/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:25:24 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/logoist-3-top-hero.png?w=1600" /></div><p>Currently featured by Apple on the Mac App Store, popular logo and vector graphics creation app <a href="http://apple.co/2xv1cB1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em><strong>Logoist</strong></em></a> is getting a big update with version 3. To celebrate the launch, developer <em>Synium Software</em> is offering 50% off for a short time.</p>
<h3>Get Logoist 3 for <strong><a href="http://apple.co/2xv1cB1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">50% off on the Mac App Store</a> </strong>for a limited time.</h3>
<p>Logoist 3 is a full-fledged vector graphics workstation for creating custom imagery like logos, business cards, and other vector graphics, but it’s designed to be approachable for beginners while packing in enough to also satisfy professional graphic designers and illustrators. The latest release includes a ton of new features, including a brand new UI, Touch Bar support, under the hood enhancements such as Metal 2, and much more.</p>
<p>Head below for a look at what’s new in Logoist 3…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/logoist-3/#more-505997" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=505997&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=505997&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:25:24 +00009to5MacApple releases first watchOS 4.2 and tvOS 11.2 betas for Apple Watch and Apple TV
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/watchos-4-2-beta-11-2-beta/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:16:25 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/apple-watch-series-3-cellular-battery-life.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>In addition to iOS 11.2 beta 1, Apple has released the first watchOS 4.2 and tvOS 11.2 betas for Apple Watch and Apple TV. We’ll update to the latest software versions to check out what’s new.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/watchos-4-2-beta-11-2-beta/#more-506193" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506193&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=506193&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:16:25 +00009to5MacNext gen HoloLens could be smaller thanks to this flat lens patent
https://www.onmsft.com/news/next-gen-hololens-could-be-smaller-thanks-to-this-flat-lens-patent
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:11:50 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Hololens-Cambriidge-1050x555.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="University of Cambridge" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Hololens-Cambriidge-1050x555.png 1050w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Hololens-Cambriidge-250x132.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Hololens-Cambriidge-768x406.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Hololens-Cambriidge.png 1582w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" />Microsoft is working on flat lenses that could include various sensors, offering a more compact footprint over a conventional curved optical lens.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:11:50 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft discontinues Outlook.com Premium for new users, rolls out some features to Office 365 subscribers instead
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-discontinues-outlook-com-premium-for-new-users-rolls-out-some-features-to-office-365-subscribers-instead
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:06:27 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Outlook-947x580.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/2017/07/Outlook-947x580.png 947w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Outlook-250x153.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Outlook-768x471.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 947px) 100vw, 947px" />Microsoft today announced the rollout of new Premium Outlook.com features to Office 365 customers. Features include an ad-free experience, protection against email threats, more mailbox storage, and premium support. Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:06:27 +0000On MSFTApple releases first iOS 11.2 beta for iPhone and iPad
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/ios-11-2-beta-1/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:03:41 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/09/ios-11-gm-wallpaper.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Apple has released the first iOS 11.2 beta for iPhone and iPad. We’re updating to see what changes are included in the latest developer software beta.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/ios-11-2-beta-1/#more-506186" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506186&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=506186&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:03:41 +00009to5MacMicrosoft Store app and game submission deadlines for the holiday season
http://blogs.windows.com/buildingapps/2017/10/30/microsoft-store-app-game-submission-deadlines-holiday-season/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:00:04 +0000Every year the Microsoft Store sees an increase in the number of customers downloading and purchasing content during the holiday season. During the holiday months of 2016, the Microsoft Store saw more than a 30% increase in the number of downloads when compared to the rest of the year. To take advantage of the holiday momentum, you’ll want to update or submit your […]Mon, 30 Oct 2017 17:00:04 +0000Windows BlogYouTube TV announces dedicated TV apps, coming soon to Apple TV, smart TVs, and more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/youtube-tv-apple-tv-app-coming-soon/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:57:33 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/09/apple-tv-4k-in-hand.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Google today <a href="https://youtube.googleblog.com/2017/10/lean-back-and-watch-youtube-tv-with-new.html">announced</a> that YouTube TV was getting a dedicated and optimized experience for the big screen. An Apple TV app will be available in the coming weeks, along with clients for LG, Samsung, and Sony smart televisions.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/youtube-tv-apple-tv-app-coming-soon/#more-506177" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506177&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=506177&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:57:33 +00009to5Mac9to5Toys Last Call: 13-inch MacBook Pro 512GB $1,720, Philips Hue 4th Gen. Kit $160, Griffin Apple Watch Battery $40, more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/9to5toys-lunch-break-macbook-pro-philips-hue-more/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:29:01 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/09/9to5toys-lunch-break.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></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>. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/9to5toys-lunch-break-macbook-pro-philips-hue-more/#more-506160" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506160&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=506160&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:29:01 +00009to5MacWindows 10 Tip: How to pin your favorite websites to the taskbar with Microsoft Edge
http://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/10/30/windows-10-tip-pin-favorite-websites-taskbar-microsoft-edge/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:00:24 +0000Did you know you can now pin your websites to the taskbar while browsing in Microsoft Edge?Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:00:24 +0000Windows BlogSwing into the World Series with Google Expeditionshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/fBNtdDaYMWM/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Hey batter, batter, batter! It’s late October, and the World Series is shaping up for an amazing finish. Step up to the plate with five new Google Expeditions that we created in partnership with MLB.com.</p><p>These include virtual tours of Citi Field in New York and Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, both of which are narrated by MLB Network’s <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heidi_Watney">Heidi Watney</a>. You can also get behind-the-scenes access with career tours that showcase the lives of a baseball beat reporter and television broadcasters. We’re also bringing you a Statcast tour, so you can geek out Moneyball-style with the math and physics behind the game.<br/></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>If you’re an educator, we’ve got all the bases covered. We worked with teachers to provide accompanying free lessons plans to go along with these tours. “MLB Statcast Exploration” and “Journalism, The Appeals, and MLB” can both be found at TES.com.</p>Check out these MLB tours and our catalogue of over 700 unique experiences <a href="https://www.blog.google/products/google-vr/adventures-abound-explore-google-expeditions-your-own/">on your own</a> or in the classroom by downloading Expeditions on your <a href="https://edu.google.com/expeditions/#get-started">iOS or Android devices</a>.</div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/fBNtdDaYMWM" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:00:00 +0000Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogGroove Music OneDrive storage extended for a year for some, at least
https://www.onmsft.com/news/groove-music-onedrive-storage-extended-for-a-year-for-some-at-least
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 15:52:00 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/IMG_2852-870x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/IMG_2852-870x580.jpg 870w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/IMG_2852-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/IMG_2852-248x165.jpg 248w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/IMG_2852-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px" />Some Groove Music Pass subscribers are being told by email that they’ll be able to enjoy their additional free OneDrive storage through December 31, 2018.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 15:52:00 +0000On MSFTFord and Xbox trick out a custom F-150 Raptor for Forza Motorsport 7
https://www.onmsft.com/news/ford-and-xbox-trick-out-a-custom-f-150-raptor-for-forza-motorsport-7
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 15:44:45 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SEMA2017_30_ADD_FORD_F150_RAPTOR-1-hero.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/2017/10/SEMA2017_30_ADD_FORD_F150_RAPTOR-1-hero.jpg 940w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SEMA2017_30_ADD_FORD_F150_RAPTOR-1-hero-250x140.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SEMA2017_30_ADD_FORD_F150_RAPTOR-1-hero-768x431.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px" />Celebrating the upcoming launch of the Xbox One X, Microsoft has teamed up with Ford to trick out an F-150 Raptor in custom Xbox One X colorsMon, 30 Oct 2017 15:44:45 +0000On MSFTForza 7 Update makes VIP credit boost permanent
https://www.onmsft.com/news/forza-7-update-makes-vip-credit-boost-permanent
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 15:11:10 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/9-28-2017_12-09-17_AM-1-1031x580.png" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Forza Motorsport 7" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/9-28-2017_12-09-17_AM-1-1031x580.png 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/9-28-2017_12-09-17_AM-1-250x141.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/9-28-2017_12-09-17_AM-1-768x432.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />After an uproar from the Forza community, Forza 7 has finally been updated to make the VIP credit boost permanent.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 15:11:10 +0000On MSFTSkype’s new desktop app comes out of beta today on Windows, macOS and Linux
https://www.onmsft.com/news/skypes-new-desktop-app-comes-out-of-beta-today-on-windows-macos-and-linux
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:46:47 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image2a.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/2017/10/image2a.png 960w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image2a-250x145.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image2a-768x446.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" />For Windows users, the new client will start to roll out today for people running Windows 10 version 1511 and lower, Windows 8 and Windows 7 and who have automatic updates enabled.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:46:47 +0000On MSFTComment: Apple seems to be turning the delayed iPhone X launch to its marketing advantage
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/apple-iphone-x-marketing-opinion/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:41:10 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/hands-on.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>They say when life gives you lemons, make lemonade, and it looks to me like Apple may be doing just that with the delayed launch of the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-x/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone X</a>. The company appears to be taking a new approach to marketing this year’s flagship phone.</p>
<p>Apple normally has a very regimented approach to the way they the press – and hence the public – get exposed to a new iPhone, with two distinct phases …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/apple-iphone-x-marketing-opinion/#more-506136" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506136&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=506136&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:41:10 +00009to5MacSave $500 on Surface Book with Performance Base, $400 on Surface Book at the Microsoft Store today
https://www.onmsft.com/news/save-500-on-surface-book-with-performance-base-400-on-surface-book-at-the-microsoft-store-today
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:34:22 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_1124-870x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Surface Book" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_1124-870x580.jpg 870w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_1124-100x66.jpg 100w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_1124-248x165.jpg 248w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_1124-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG_1124-e1499267472399.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px" />You can now save $500 on the Surface Book Performance Base, and $400 on the standard Surface Book at the Microsoft Store today.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:34:22 +0000On MSFTChevron signs partnership deal with Microsoft for IoT and Azure
https://www.onmsft.com/news/chevron-signs-partnership-deal-with-microsoft-for-iot-and-azure
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:10:16 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/microsoft-logo-1032x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/microsoft-logo-1032x580.jpg 1032w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/microsoft-logo-250x140.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/microsoft-logo-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1032px) 100vw, 1032px" />Microsoft today announced that Chevron, a global leader in the energy industry, has signed a partnership deal with Microsoft for IoT and Azure. Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:10:16 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft makes Outlook.com spooky for Halloween
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-makes-outlook-com-spooky-for-halloween
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:45:34 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Outlook-Spooky-1050x514.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/2017/10/Outlook-Spooky-1050x514.png 1050w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Outlook-Spooky-250x122.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Outlook-Spooky-768x376.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" />Microsoft is making the inboxes of Outlook.com beta users spooky for Halloween, complete with ghosts and a dark theme.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:45:34 +0000On MSFTPSA: Free Windows 10 upgrade for customers using assistive technologies ends on December 31, 2017
https://www.onmsft.com/news/psa-free-windows-10-upgrade-for-customers-using-assistive-technologies-ends-on-december-31-2017
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:35:53 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_184013372_iOS-773x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows 10 Logo Generic Featured Image Hero" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_184013372_iOS-773x580.jpg 773w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_184013372_iOS-220x165.jpg 220w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_184013372_iOS-768x576.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_184013372_iOS-1376x1032.jpg 1376w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_184013372_iOS-1044x783.jpg 1044w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_184013372_iOS-632x474.jpg 632w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_184013372_iOS-536x402.jpg 536w" sizes="(max-width: 773px) 100vw, 773px" />The free accessibility upgrade for customers who use assistive technologies will expire on December 31, 2017.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:35:53 +0000On MSFTMy life on Edge: using Microsoft’s web browser for everything
https://www.onmsft.com/news/my-life-on-edge-using-microsofts-web-browser-for-everything
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:33:54 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Windows-10-Edge-1031x580.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/2017/09/Windows-10-Edge-1031x580.png 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Windows-10-Edge-250x141.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Windows-10-Edge-768x432.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Windows-10-Edge-e1504715569861.png 950w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />About two months back or sometime shortly after the Edge Summit this year, I made the conscious decision to see if I could get by with Edge as my only browser.Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:33:54 +0000On MSFTWith iPhone X preorders open, iPhone 8 already being heavily discounted in China
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/iphone-8-discounts-china/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:32:19 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/iphone-8-iphone-8-plus-iphone-x-image-001.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>Canalys numbers suggest that the iPhone 8 <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/apple-china-growth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sold well at launch</a> in China, but with <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-x/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone X</a> preorders now open, it appears that demand for the cheaper model has now dropped off substantially …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/iphone-8-discounts-china/#more-506132" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506132&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=506132&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:32:19 +00009to5MacWindows 10 users may soon be able to purchase Surface hardware via Microsoft Store app
https://www.onmsft.com/news/windows-10-users-may-soon-be-able-to-purchase-surface-hardware-via-the-microsoft-store-app
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:17:16 +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" />Judging from recent leaks, it is apparent that Windows 10 users may soon be able to purchase Surface hardware via the Microsoft Store app on Windows 10 PCsMon, 30 Oct 2017 13:17:16 +0000On MSFTNew in-depth videos offer hands-on look at iPhone X unboxing, Face ID set up, and more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/iphone-x-unboxing-face-id-video/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 12:54:14 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/iphone-x-face-id.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p><strong>Update</strong>: Three additional videos have now hit YouTube. These videos, save for the Spanish unboxing, appear to be sanctioned by Apple. The company seemingly invited a handful of YouTubers to spend time with the device. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/apple-iphone-x-marketing-opinion/">More on that here</a>.</p>
<p>Over the weekend, a <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/28/iphone-x-unboxing-packaging/">handful of images and videos offered a look</a> at the iPhone X in retail packaging. Now, a trio of new videos have hit YouTube offering a much more in-depth look at the device, putting it though the full unboxing process, Face ID set up, and more.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/iphone-x-unboxing-face-id-video/#more-506122" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506122&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=506122&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 12:54:14 +00009to5MacJapanese iPhone suppliers enjoy some of AAPL’s share gains following ‘off the charts’ iPhone X announcement
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/aapl-ihone-x-tdk-foster-electric-taiyo-yuden/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 12:37:40 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/aapl.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000" /></div><p>Investors were clearly enthused by <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/27/apple-says-demand-for-iphone-x-is-off-the-charts-as-device-sells-out-around-the-world/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apple’s statement</a> that demand for the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-x/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone X</a> was ‘off the charts,’ AAPL stock rising 3.58% on the news …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/aapl-ihone-x-tdk-foster-electric-taiyo-yuden/#more-506121" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506121&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=506121&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 12:37:40 +00009to5MacApple shows off iMac Pro and Space Gray accessories at Final Cut Pro X Creative Summit
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/photos-imac-pro-space-gray-mouse-keyboard/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:59:00 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/imac-pro.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>Apple took an iMac Pro to the Final Cut Pro X Creative Summit to demo its power to the professional video editors attending the conference. Whilst we still don’t know exactly when the computer will be available, Apple has promised a December launch and photos of the iMac Pro in the flesh certainly help to build the hype.</p>
<p><em>Gallery of photos after the break …</em></p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/photos-imac-pro-space-gray-mouse-keyboard/#more-506100" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506100&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=506100&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:59:00 +00009to5MaciPhone 8 sees Apple bounce back in China, sales up 40% after six quarters of decline
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/apple-china-growth/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:49:37 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/iphine-8.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>The <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-8/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone 8</a> launch has seen Apple return to growth in <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/china/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">China</a> after six consecutive quarters of declining sales in the world’s most populous country. The report comes from Canalys, which says that iPhone sales grew by a dramatic 40% year-on-year.</p>
<p>The company says that Q3 sales, which include the iPhone 8, hits 11 million, up from 8M in the same quarter last year. However, warns the firm, that growth could be short-lived despite excitement about the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-x/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone X</a> …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/apple-china-growth/#more-506090" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506090&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=506090&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:49:37 +00009to5MacOriginal iPhone reviewer Steven Levy gets early hands-on with iPhone X
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/steven-levy-iphone-x-review/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:25:23 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/iphone-x2.png?w=1500" /></div><p>Whilst we are waiting for the onslaught of iPhone X reviews to drop, Steven Levy (now writing for Wired) has <a href="https://www.wired.com/story/iphone-x-first-impression/">published his hands-on</a> with the device, having been given a review unit last Tuesday. Levy was one of the four journalists who reviewed the original iPhone in 2007, so Apple decided to give him the opportunity to publish first impressions with the ‘milestone’ iPhone X.</p>
<p>Levy was impressed by the ‘Super Retina’ 5.8-inch OLED display in the body of a phone only slightly larger than a 4.7-inch iPhone 8. He also quickly adapted to the new swipe gestures that replace the home button, but hit some frictions with Face ID.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/steven-levy-iphone-x-review/#more-506084" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506084&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=506084&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:25:23 +00009to5MacApple reportedly fires engineer whose daughter shot iPhone X video from the Apple campus
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/apple-reportedly-fires-engineer-whose-daughter-shot-iphone-x-video-from-the-apple-campus/
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:11:26 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/engineer-fired.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>We got to see an <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/24/iphone-x-closeup-hands-on/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">unofficial hands-on video</a> of the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-x/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone X</a> last week, thanks to a YouTube vlog shot by the daughter of an Apple engineer. The video was shot within Caffè Macs on Apple’s campus, and there were signs that it was not approved by Apple.</p>
<p>That appears to be confirmed by a tearful follow-up video in which Brooke Peterson says that her father has now been fired by Apple …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/30/apple-reportedly-fires-engineer-whose-daughter-shot-iphone-x-video-from-the-apple-campus/#more-506083" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506083&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=506083&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Mon, 30 Oct 2017 11:11:26 +00009to5MacLogic Pros: What’s new in iOS & Mac music production this week
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/29/logic-pros-new-ios-mac-instruments-synth/
Sun, 29 Oct 2017 20:28:46 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/thorn-synth-for-mac.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1550" /></div><p class="p1"><span class="s1">This is the place to catch up on all the biggest product announcements, hardware, apps, synths, <a href="https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/app/logic-pro-x/id634148309?mt=12&at=11l3Qo"><span class="s2">Logic</span></a>/GarageBand instruments and so much more in the world of iOS/Mac music production. This week, we have loads of brand new instruments for iPad/Mac. Scythe brings spectral synthesis to your mobile setup and Thorn for Mac comes with analog-modeled filters and a </span><span class="s3">grid-based glitch sequencer</span><span class="s1">. Head below for that and much more…</span> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/29/logic-pros-new-ios-mac-instruments-synth/#more-506066" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506066&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=506066&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sun, 29 Oct 2017 20:28:46 +00009to5MacWindows 10 news recap: in-depth look at Surface Book 2, reports of a foldable Windows 10 on ARM device and more
https://www.onmsft.com/news/windows-10-news-recap-in-depth-look-at-surface-book-2-reports-of-a-foldable-windows-10-on-arm-device-and-more
Sun, 29 Oct 2017 19:44:46 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_183549446_iOS-773x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Windows 10 Logo Generic Featured Image Hero" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_183549446_iOS-773x580.jpg 773w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_183549446_iOS-220x165.jpg 220w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_183549446_iOS-768x576.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_183549446_iOS-1376x1032.jpg 1376w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_183549446_iOS-1044x783.jpg 1044w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_183549446_iOS-632x474.jpg 632w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/20171006_183549446_iOS-536x402.jpg 536w" sizes="(max-width: 773px) 100vw, 773px" />Welcome back to our Windows 10 news recap. We are continuing the trend of our weekly “Windows 10 news recap” series where we go over the top stories of the past week in the world of Microsoft’s flagship operating system. Microsoft reportedly working on a foldable Windows 10 on ARM device New reports point to […]Sun, 29 Oct 2017 19:44:46 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft news recap: Cloud and Surface bring in $24.5 billion revenue for Q1 2018, Mixer now supports 21 languages and more
https://www.onmsft.com/news/microsoft-news-recap-cloud-and-surface-bring-in-24-5-billion-revenue-for-q1-2018-mixer-now-supports-21-languages-and-more
Sun, 29 Oct 2017 18:42:22 +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 (MSFT) news recap is a weekly feature highlighting the top Microsoft news stories of the past week. Sit back, grab some coffee, and enjoy the read! Microsoft has already surpassed $20 billion cloud business goal Delivering the results of its Q1 2018 earnings, Microsoft has announced that the company has surpassed its cloud business […]Sun, 29 Oct 2017 18:42:22 +0000On MSFTXbox news recap: Microsoft stops production of Kinect, Original Xbox Backward Compatibility launches and more
https://www.onmsft.com/news/xbox-news-recap-microsoft-stops-production-of-kinect-original-xbox-backward-compatibility-launches-and-more
Sun, 29 Oct 2017 17:46:38 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/kinect-1027x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/kinect-1027x580.jpg 1027w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/kinect-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/kinect-768x434.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/kinect.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1027px) 100vw, 1027px" />Check out our weekly Xbox news recap series, where we go over the top stories of the past week in the world of Xbox.Sun, 29 Oct 2017 17:46:38 +0000On MSFTGoogle will now show results local to you based on device location
https://www.onmsft.com/news/google-will-now-show-results-local-to-you-based-on-device-location
Sun, 29 Oct 2017 14:31:52 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_3672-1027x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Google" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_3672-1027x580.jpg 1027w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_3672-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_3672-768x434.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1027px) 100vw, 1027px" />Google is changing the default behaviour of search results, instead enforcing that they are localised based upon location of the user, rather than the country set.Sun, 29 Oct 2017 14:31:52 +0000On MSFTKGI: Supply of key Face ID components ‘now stable,’ no major TrueDepth camera updates coming in 2018
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/29/face-id-component-supply-stable-kgi/
Sun, 29 Oct 2017 13:25:38 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/09/face-id2.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500" /></div><p>A new investor note is out today from Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities. In the note, Kuo explains that it’s likely Apple “won’t repeat” the supply and production struggles it experienced with the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-x">iPhone X</a> with the new 2018 iPhone models…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/29/face-id-component-supply-stable-kgi/#more-506063" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506063&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=506063&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sun, 29 Oct 2017 13:25:38 +00009to5MacTrick-or-treat for Street View frights!http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/xxGYTnSQ8cg/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>If you’re trick-or-treating on Halloween, you might see a ghost or two. But take this tour of haunted houses and spooky sites on Street View—and the ghosts are no trick. </p><br/>Our first stop is the Château Laurier, a 660,000-square-foot hotel that looms above the Ottawa River. Over the past 105 years, this architectural majesty has been graced by the likes of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. But these dignitaries are not the only ones to walk its halls over the years … the restless spirit of business tycoon Charles Melville Hays has been known to appear. He commissioned the Château Laurier, but died tragically aboard the Titanic just days before the hotel’s grand opening in 1912. It's believed his spirit returned shortly after, and on occasion has been spotted roaming inside and out.</div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Head over to The French Quarter in New Orleans where both the living and dead are having a blood curdling good time. The soft sounds of jazz and the faint smell of beignets waft through the streets, but the dark side of this city is as rich as its melodies and cuisine—around every corner there are ghosts and vampires to be seen. Venture into Hotel Monteleone, where there have been many spooky sightings. This haunted hotel has a restaurant door that opens almost every evening then closes again (even though it’s locked) and an elevator that stops on the wrong floor, leading down a hallway that grows chilly and reveals the ghostly images of children playing. Stay there if you dare—you won’t know when to expect the next surprise.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Now let’s head to the lush green paradise on Oman Island in the Philippines. Don’t let the beautiful landscape deceive you—this place has its fair share of spirits known to pester passers by. Local lore claims there are travelers who trek in circles, never finding their way out … and travelers have reported suddenly feeling weight on their backs, almost as if local ghosts are hunched on their shoulders.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>If iconic horror films are your jam, head on over to Georgetown, Washington, D.C., where the Exorcist was filmed. In “The Exorcist,” the character <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Damien_Karras">Father Damien Karras</a> fell to his death down this flight of stairs (though they were padded with half an inch of rubber). The film crew had to construct a false front to the house from which Karras fell, since the actual house was set back slightly from the steps. When the filming took place, Georgetown University students charged people $5 each to watch the stunt from the school’s rooftops.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>“Let the Right One In” is a Swedish film about a bullied 12-year-old boy who befriends a vampire child in Blackeberg, Stockholm, in the early 1980s. Check out the town square of<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackeberg"></a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackeberg">Blackeberg</a>, where Eli the vampire leaps down on Virginia from a tree.</p><p></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><br/><p>That completes our tour, but beware of spooky things of which you may not be forewarned— for <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpvdAJYvofI">this is Halloween!</a></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/xxGYTnSQ8cg" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Sun, 29 Oct 2017 06:00:00 +0000Sun, 29 Oct 2017 06:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogNew video & images offer look at iPhone X packaging & unboxing ahead of release
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/28/iphone-x-unboxing-packaging/
Sun, 29 Oct 2017 01:55:29 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/screen-shot-2017-10-28-at-9-49-22-pm-4.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600" /></div><p>As the first iPhone X<a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/28/iphone-x-shipping-begins/"> pre-orders start shipping to customers</a> today ahead of the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/24/iphone-x-in-store-availability/">November 3rd release</a>, new videos and images offer a closer look at the device’s packaging. Shared on Twitter by Benjamin Geskin and sourced originally from Instagram, these images offer a look at the iPhone X packaging in person, while a brief video puts the device through the unboxing process…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/28/iphone-x-unboxing-packaging/#more-506052" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506052&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=506052&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sun, 29 Oct 2017 01:55:29 +00009to5MacFirst iPhone X orders start shipping to customers from Apple and carriers
https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/28/iphone-x-shipping-begins/
Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:58:54 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/10/screen-shot-2017-10-28-at-8-57-12-pm.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1412" /></div><p>Not long after pre-orders <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/27/iphone-x-now-available/">began yesterday morning</a>, the first iPhone X orders have started shipping to customers. While Apple has yet to update order statues on its website, some customers who purchased the device through their carrier have started receiving shipping notifications…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/10/28/iphone-x-shipping-begins/#more-506044" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=506044&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=506044&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:58:54 +00009to5MacOutlook.com now optimizes performance by storing your data closer to you
https://www.onmsft.com/news/outlook-com-now-optimizes-performance-by-storing-your-data-closer-to-you
Fri, 27 Oct 2017 19:15:50 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Outlook-947x580.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/2017/07/Outlook-947x580.png 947w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Outlook-250x153.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Outlook-768x471.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 947px) 100vw, 947px" />Microsoft will make Outlook.com faster and more responsive by storing user mailbox data in a datacenter which is closest to where an Outlook.com user is located.Fri, 27 Oct 2017 19:15:50 +0000On MSFTGet moving with some help from your Google Assistanthttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/pABxPR0gTt0/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>From caramel apples to pumpkin pie, fall is all about delicious food. But if you’re the hunt for some balance from all of your favorite holiday treats, look no further than your Google Assistant—the walking, biking and “get moving” buddy you’ve been waiting for. </p><br/><p>So grab your sneakers and sweatband and say “Ok Google,”</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><h2>Mind-expanding, relatively speaking </h2><p>Stephen Hawking’s doctoral thesis made news this week (and was searched <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?date=now%207-d&geo=US&q=Stephen%20Hawking%20thesis,Stephen%20Hawking%20IQ">1,000 percent more than</a> “Stephen Hawking IQ”) when the Cambridge Library made PDF files of the thesis available for download from its website. The document crashed the university’s open-access repository and led to top searches like, “How many pages is Stephen Hawking’s thesis paper?” “What is in Stephen Hawking’s thesis?” and “How to get a copy of Stephen Hawking’s PhD thesis.”</p><h2>That’s a big file cabinet</h2><p>American history buffs and conspiracy theorists alike waited in eager anticipation for yesterday’s release of the JFK Files, a set of more than 2,800 government files about the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy. People wanted to know where the files are, what time they were being released, and where to download them—and “<a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?date=now%207-d&geo=US&q=JFK%20files,JFK%20assassination">JFK Files</a>” were searched nearly 700 percent more than “JFK assassination.”</p><h2>Next in the lineup, the World Series</h2><p>The Los Angeles Dodgers hosted the Houston Astros in the first two games of the World Series this week. The series may be tied, but the Astros were searched <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?date=now%207-d&geo=US&q=%2Fm%2F03m1n,%2Fm%2F04mjl">121 percent more</a> than the Dodgers (the most <a href="https://g.co/trends/QP3gW">search interest</a> in the Dodgers comes from the West Coast, where as the Astros have the Midwest and East Coast). Here are the top questions that fans threw out there: “Who won game 2 of the World Series?” “How many World Series have the Dodgers won?” and “When was the last time the Astros won the World Series?”</p><h2>More like Idita-roid</h2><p>This week, a doping scandal was uncovered at the Iditarod, the world’s most famous dog race which takes place in Alaska. Several dogs tested positive for Tramadol, an opioid pain reliever. In light of the news, people searched to find more about the race itself: “When was the first Iditarod?” “How many dogs run in the Iditarod?” and “Who won the 2017 Iditarod race?” For those looking for non-doping dogs on the internet, the most-searched breeds this week were pit bull, German shepherd, and golden retriever.</p><h2>Feeling blue, singing the blues</h2><p>New Orleans jazz musician Fats Domino died earlier this week at the age of 89. Search interest in the musical legend <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?date=now%207-d&geo=US&q=%2Fm%2F01wbxnh">increased nearly 32,000 percent</a> on the day of his death, with top searches like, “How old was Fats Domino?” “How did Fats Domino die?” and “Which songs did Fats Domino sing?” The most searched Fats Domino songs over the past week were “Blueberry Hill,” “Ain’t that a Shame,” and “Blue Monday.”</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/-COi0IwKCp8" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 27 Oct 2017 18:45:00 +0000Fri, 27 Oct 2017 18:45:00 +0000The Official Google BlogOne big winner from yesterday’s MSFT 1Q earnings: Bing
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Fri, 27 Oct 2017 17:13:50 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/binghomepage-1031x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Bing Homepage" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/binghomepage-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/binghomepage-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/binghomepage-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Bing’s search advertising revenue has increased 15% year over year, as result of higher revenue per search and increased search volume. Fri, 27 Oct 2017 17:13:50 +0000On MSFTMicrosoft has already surpassed $20 billion cloud business goal
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Fri, 27 Oct 2017 16:33:17 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/IMG_0639-773x580.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Microsoft Logo" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/IMG_0639-773x580.jpg 773w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/IMG_0639-220x165.jpg 220w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/IMG_0639-768x576.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/IMG_0639-e1502721089106.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 773px) 100vw, 773px" />As Microsoft's commercial cloud annualized revenue run rate reached $20.4 billion, the company beat expectations as it achieved a goal it set in FY2015.Fri, 27 Oct 2017 16:33:17 +0000On MSFTMaking search results more local and relevanthttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/PQUKR2kPBFI/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>When you’re searching on Google, we aim to provide the most useful results for your query. Today, around one in five searches on Google is related to location, so providing locally relevant search results is an essential part of serving you the most accurate information. </p><br/><p>In order to provide this optimal experience, your location determines the country service you receive results for across Google Search and Maps. Historically, these services have been labeled and accessed via <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Country_code_top-level_domain">country code top level domain names</a> (ccTLD) such as [google.ng for Nigeria] or [google.com.br for Brazil]. You may also have typed in the relevant ccTLD in your browser. </p><br/><p>Today, we’ve updated the way we label country services on the mobile web, the Google app for iOS, and desktop Search and Maps. Now the choice of country service will no longer be indicated by domain. Instead, by default, you’ll be served the country service that corresponds to your location. So if you live in Australia, you’ll automatically receive the country service for Australia, but when you travel to New Zealand, your results will switch automatically to the country service for New Zealand. Upon return to Australia, you will seamlessly revert back to the Australian country service.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>It’s a small step, but this experiment demonstrated that it’s possible to navigate and interact with a room in VR using only auditory cues. We hope others will also continue to explore ways to make VR accessible for everyone. There’s much more to do in this area!</p><p>You can find more details in our published <a href="http://www.tdcommons.org/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1775&context=dpubs_series">technical disclosure</a>.</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/cAI8EBfzWYE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 27 Oct 2017 16:00:00 +0000Fri, 27 Oct 2017 16:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogMinecraft celebrates today’s Stranger Things Season 2 release with new skin pack
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Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:36:50 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/minecraft-stranger-things-1050x570.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Microsoft, Minecraft, Video Games, Xbox" style="display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; clear:both;max-width: 100%;" srcset="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/minecraft-stranger-things-1050x570.jpg 1050w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/minecraft-stranger-things-250x136.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/minecraft-stranger-things-768x417.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" />Today, Mojang released a special edition Minecraft skin pack just in time for the premiere of Stranger Things, Season 2. The hugely-popular Netflix series is available to watch starting today. With Halloween just around the corner, Minecraft is celebrating with a special Stranger Things skin pack. Be warned, Stranger Things Season 2 spoilers may appear […]Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:36:50 +0000On MSFTGame gifting coming to Xbox Insiders today, more new features promised
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Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:21:51 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/DNJvQ5uUQAE0LzT-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/2017/10/DNJvQ5uUQAE0LzT-1031x580.jpg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/DNJvQ5uUQAE0LzT-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/DNJvQ5uUQAE0LzT-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/DNJvQ5uUQAE0LzT.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />As we’re getting closer to the holiday season, the Xbox team announced today that game gifting from the Xbox store is now available for Xbox Insiders. Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:21:51 +0000On MSFTTensorFlow lends a hand to build a rock-paper-scissors machinehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/Oua-LzDprGQ/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><i>Editor’s note: It’s hard to think of a more “analog” game than rock-paper-scissors. But this summer, one Googler decided to use TensorFlow, Google’s open source machine learning system, to build a machine that could play rock-paper-scissors. For more technical details and source code, see the <a href="https://cloud.google.com/blog/big-data/2017/10/my-summer-project-a-rock-paper-scissors-machine-built-on-tensorflow">original post</a> on the Google Cloud Big Data and Machine Learning Blog.</i></p><p>This summer, my 12-year-old son and I were looking for a science project to do together. He’s interested in CS and has studied programming with Scratch, so we knew we wanted to do something involving coding. After exploring several ideas, we decided to build a rock-paper-scissors machine that detects a hand gesture, then selects the appropriate pose to respond: rock, paper, or scissors.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>But our rock-paper-scissors machine had a secret ingredient: <a href="https://www.tensorflow.org/">TensorFlow</a>, which in this case runs a very simple ML algorithm that detects your hand posture through an Arduino micro controller connected to the glove. </p><br/>To build the machine’s hardware, we used<a href="http://littlebits.cc/"> littleBits</a>—kid-friendly kits that include a wide variety of components like LEDs, motors, switches, sensors, and controllers—to attach three <a href="https://shop.littlebits.cc/products/bend-sensor">bend sensors</a> to a plastic glove. When you bend your fingers while wearing the glove, the sensors output an electric signal. To read the signals from the bend sensors and control the machine’s dial, we used an<a href="https://shop.littlebits.cc/products/arduino-bit"> Arduino</a> and<a href="https://shop.littlebits.cc/products/servo"> Servo</a> module.</div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Rock-paper-scissors probably isn’t what comes to mind when you think about ML, but this project demonstrates how ML can be useful for all kinds of programmers, regardless of the task—reducing human coding work and speeding up calculations. In this case, it also provided some family fun!</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/Oua-LzDprGQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:00:00 +0000Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogAssassin’s Creed Origins launches today
https://www.onmsft.com/news/assassins-creed-origins-launches-today
Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:47:04 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image-1031x580.jpeg" 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/2017/10/image-1031x580.jpeg 1031w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image-250x141.jpeg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image-768x432.jpeg 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/image.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px" />Assassin’s Creed Origins is now available on the Xbox One, and this latest episode is fresh start for one of Ubisoft's most popular video games franchises.Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:47:04 +0000On MSFTMore Fluent design changes discovered in Windows 10 RS4
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Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:27:02 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Settings-909x580.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/2017/10/Settings-909x580.png 909w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Settings-250x160.png 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Settings-768x490.png 768w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Settings.png 1095w" sizes="(max-width: 909px) 100vw, 909px" />More Fluent design changes are reportedly coming to Windows 10 in Redstone 4, particularity in the Settings menu.Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:27:02 +0000On MSFTMetal Gear Solid V, Halo Wars DE, Resident Evil HD and more to joins Xbox Game Pass in November
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Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:08:14 +0000<img src="https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Xbox_GamePass_16x9_ops_November_Updated-hero.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/2017/10/Xbox_GamePass_16x9_ops_November_Updated-hero.jpg 940w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Xbox_GamePass_16x9_ops_November_Updated-hero-250x140.jpg 250w, https://www.onmsft.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Xbox_GamePass_16x9_ops_November_Updated-hero-768x431.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px" />In November, the gaming subscription service will pick up seven new excellent titles including the critically-acclaimed Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:08:14 +0000On MSFTTravel through Hawkins with new “Stranger Things” game for Google Homehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/HtxijXwxxFA/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Do you have what it takes to be part of the Hawkins Middle School AV Club? Now you can find out with the new “Stranger Things” game, built exclusively for your Google Assistant on Google Home.</p><p>Starting today, you can go on an interactive journey with Dustin and the kids of “Stranger Things” to turn your Google Home experience Upside Down.<br/></p></div></div>
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</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/PxVtZ7qdqec" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Fri, 27 Oct 2017 02:10:00 +0000Fri, 27 Oct 2017 02:10:00 +0000The Official Google BlogWe’re totally buggin’ over this week’s #teampixel picshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/dI9yJ4nZNC4/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>With <a href="https://www.blog.google/products/pixel/new-pixel-2/">Google Pixel 2</a> making the rounds, new #teampixel members are joining our squad each day (and we couldn’t be more excited). If you’re tuning in for the first time, we’re a <a href="https://www.blog.google/products/pixel/see-world-through-lens-teampixel/">community of Pixel photographers</a> sharing our experiences on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/teampixel/">social</a> one photo at a time.</p><p>We’d love to share your Pixel shots, so be sure to tag your work on Instagram with #teampixel for an opportunity to be featured. And without further ado, here’s a look at this week’s photos from #teampixel members, old and new.</p></div></div>
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</div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/dI9yJ4nZNC4" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Thu, 26 Oct 2017 17:36:00 +0000Thu, 26 Oct 2017 17:36:00 +0000The Official Google BlogThis Week on Windows: Shocktober, tips for using the reimagined Photos app and more
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Thu, 26 Oct 2017 17:00:35 +0000We hope you enjoyed this week’s episode of This Week on Windows! Head over here to read more about the official launch of the Microsoft Reactor in San Francisco, the launch of the World’s Most Powerful Console – Xbox One X – our Windows 10 Tip on how you can bring your stories to life […]Thu, 26 Oct 2017 17:00:35 +0000Windows BlogHow Google Hangouts helped us scale one of our Googleyest programshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/J39f6UyI6Qk/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p><i>Editor’s note: This is the second article in a five-part series on Google Hangouts. Read the first article <a href="https://www.blog.google/products/g-suite/how-google-went-all-video-meetings-and-you-can-too">here</a>.</i></p></div></div>
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Wed, 25 Oct 2017 17:01:58 +0000Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17025 for PC to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring and for those who opted in to Skip Ahead. REMINDER: Going forward, we plan to release new builds for RS4 from the RS_PRERELEASE branch to Insiders in the Fast ring and those who […]Wed, 25 Oct 2017 17:01:58 +0000Windows BlogWindows Application Driver is no longer in Beta!
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Wed, 25 Oct 2017 17:00:05 +0000We’re excited to announce the release of Windows Application Driver (WinAppDriver) version 1.0. This 1.0 release is the first WinAppDriver release without the Beta label. This release is a big milestone for the project which was first introduced during Build 2016 and has been growing in adoption. What is WinAppDriver Today, it’s easier than ever […]Wed, 25 Oct 2017 17:00:05 +0000Windows BlogG Suite and Freshdesk at your (customer) servicehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/fLQdla2SL2c/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Managing teams and customer requests across geographies and disciplines can be a challenge, but cloud-based applications like Freshdesk can make it much easier. What’s great about Freshdesk is that it’s a popular customer support and IT helpdesk solution—and, better yet, it integrates with G Suite.</p><p>Together, <a href="https://gsuite.google.com/partner/recommended/">G Suite and Freshdesk</a> help companies manage many customer interactions in one place which helps businesses collaborate and address customer concerns quicker. Win-win. Integrate your favorite Google and G Suite tools like <a href="https://gsuite.google.com/products/gmail/">Gmail</a>, <a href="https://gsuite.google.com/learning-center/products/hangouts/get-started/">Hangouts</a>, <a href="https://gsuite.google.com/products/drive/">Google Drive</a>, <a href="https://www.google.com/analytics/#?modal_active=none">Analytics</a> and more, directly into Freshdesk. Check it out.</p></div></div>
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Wed, 25 Oct 2017 16:00:39 +0000In addition to building a great browser and dependable web platform for Windows, we’re passionate about empowering developers to build great websites. With that goal in mind, we launched modern.IE in 2013 featuring a static scan tool to detect optimizations for old versions of IE, outdated libraries, missing prefixes, and more. The web has moved […]Wed, 25 Oct 2017 16:00:39 +0000Windows BlogCisco and Google partner on a new open hybrid cloud solution spanning on-premises environments and Google Cloud Platformhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/7SIE1udQ2Bg/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Today, we’re <a href="https://newsroom.cisco.com/press-release-content?type=webcontent&articleId=1889168">announcing</a> a new partnership with Cisco to help our customers improve agility and security in a hybrid world with a fully supported, open solution for developing and managing applications on-premises and in Google Cloud.</p><p>Together, we’re working on a complete solution to develop, run, secure and monitor workloads, enabling customers to optimize their existing investments, plan their cloud migration at their own pace and avoid lock-in. Developers will be able to create new applications in the cloud or on-premises consistently using the same tools, runtime and production environment.</p><p>At the heart of this architecture are open source platforms, Kubernetes and <a href="https://istio.io/">Istio</a>. Customers will be able to accelerate on-premises app modernization using a Kubernetes-based container strategy that’s consistent with cloud-native technology. On-premises, Cisco’s hyper-converged platform, <a href="https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/hyperconverged-infrastructure/index.html">Cisco HyperFlex</a>, will provide a cloud-ready solution for Kubernetes and containers, and management tools to enforce security and consumption policies.</p><p>We’re working together to deliver a consistent Kubernetes environment for both on-premises <a href="https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/hyperconverged-infrastructure/index.html">Cisco Private Cloud Infrastructure</a> and Google’s managed Kubernetes service, <a href="https://cloud.google.com/container-engine/">Google Container Engine</a>. This way, you can write once, deploy anywhere and avoid cloud lock-in, with your choice of management, software, hypervisor and operating system. We’ll also provide a cloud service broker to connect on-premises workloads to <a href="https://cloud.google.com/">Google Cloud Platform</a> (GCP) services for machine learning, scalable databases and data warehousing.</p><p>With Istio, an open source, container- and microservice-optimized technology that we <a href="https://cloudplatform.googleblog.com/2017/05/istio-modern-approach-to-developing-and.html">launched</a> with partners earlier this year, developers can use policy-driven controls to scalably connect, help secure, discover and manage services. Istio is an easy way to create a network mesh of deployed services with load balancing, service-to-service authentication and monitoring built in, without requiring any changes to the actual code running the services. Thus, Istio makes it easier for developers to implement new, more portable services, and creates a separate policy-based platform to configure and manage those services centrally.</p><p>This partnership to enhance existing on-premises infrastructure and extend it to the cloud addresses tough operational problems that enterprises have traditionally struggled to solve. It also takes advantage of Cisco’s best-of-breed capabilities, including the ability to extend Cisco’s network and security policies and configurations and monitor application behavior across hybrid cloud environments. Let’s take a look at some of the initial patterns we envision this solution addressing: existing on-premises services, hybrid services and local execution.</p><h2>Existing on-premises services</h2><p>Our work with Cisco enables app developers to build modern services that scale and can extend their customer reach while consuming data locked in existing systems that have not yet made the move to the cloud. This solution will extend the reach of existing on-premises systems with services running on Google Cloud that communicate using modern APIs. Google’s <a href="https://apigee.com/api-management/#/homepage">Apigee API management</a> platform allows developers to quickly and more securely access legacy systems without all the complexity. This approach helps enterprises get up and running in the cloud at their own pace while preserving the value in their existing on-premises investments.</p><p> </p><h2>Hybrid services</h2><p>Customers will be able to use the Cisco Private Cloud Infrastructure to deploy and manage container clusters powered by Kubernetes. Using a GCP service catalog, they'll be able to easily configure their applications to use remote services, without needing detailed knowledge about how those services are created or managed. Istio can be used to provide runtime metrics, operational insights and service dependency graphs across a hybrid environment.</p><p>The benefits for developer teams include:</p><ul><li><p>The ability to discover available Google Cloud services using a local service catalog</p></li><li><p>Auto-authentication from on-premises to Google Cloud services</p></li><li><p>Future-proofing existing on-premises applications to be cloud ready</p></li></ul><h2>Local execution</h2><p>Developers want to roll out changes quickly and build services that are easy to port and move across a hybrid environment. This pattern enables development teams to develop on Container Engine and roll out to production on-premises or vice versa, targeting the right environment for their application’s needs.</p><p>With this pattern, developer teams will get:</p><ul><li><p>A single tool (Cisco CloudCenter) to deploy workloads across the hybrid environment</p></li><li><p>Flexibility to move stateless applications from on-prem to cloud and vice versa </p></li><li><p>A multi-cloud orchestration platform that's natively integrated into the deployment pipeline</p></li><li><p>Reduced application deployment times to hybrid cloud targets </p></li><li><p>A uniform experience for both development and operations teams</p></li></ul><p>As with existing on-premises services, Istio can provide runtime metrics, operational insight and service dependency graphs.</p><h2>Getting started with the Cisco-Google hybrid cloud</h2><p>The joint Cisco-Google Cloud solution will include a number of components (hardware, software and cloud services) that can be tailored to the needs of each customer, purchased together or separately.</p><p>Cisco software components will be licensed on an annual subscription basis including one-, three- and five-year terms. The infrastructure components will be sold on a perpetual basis. Cisco Capital can provide flexible pricing options that fit into any buyer’s specific requirements.</p><p>For Google Cloud services, you can purchase them directly through Google or via authorized resellers. We offer a number of pay-as-you-go models for cloud services, with pricing models described on the <a href="https://cloud.google.com/pricing/">Google Cloud pricing page</a> and the <a href="https://apigee.com/api-management/#/pricing">Apigee pricing page</a>.</p><p>Configurations targeted to specific business needs and developer kits will be available. Cisco’s Technical Assistance Center (TAC) will provide customers with a single source of support. The solution will be available to a limited number of customers during the first part of 2018, with general availability during the second half of the year.</p><p>To learn more about joint Google Cloud/Cisco offerings, connect with us <a href="https://cloud.google.com/contact/">here</a> or reach out to your Cisco or Google Cloud representative. </p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/7SIE1udQ2Bg" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Wed, 25 Oct 2017 12:00:00 +0000Wed, 25 Oct 2017 12:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogMixed Reality Capture Studios now open
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Wed, 25 Oct 2017 07:00:14 +0000San Francisco location includes a Mixed Reality Academy to provide community hub for creators and developers to learn, collaborate, and create in mixed realityWed, 25 Oct 2017 07:00:14 +0000Windows BlogAnalytic reports improvements within Dev Center
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Tue, 24 Oct 2017 17:00:12 +0000As part of our continuous effort to deliver insights to you that help make key business decisions about your apps easier, the Dev Center team is excited to announce a few updates to analytic reports. Review insight categories On your Reviews report, the new Review insights feature uses machine learning to classify new app reviews, including non-English reviews, into one of 12 pre-defined categories. Now you can quickly identify themes and […]Tue, 24 Oct 2017 17:00:12 +0000Windows BlogFamily fun with your Google Assistant on Google Home and phoneshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/srLo92qG7Yk/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>“Ok Google, what can you do for families?”</p><p>Lots! The Google Assistant now has more than 50 new games, activities and stories designed for families with kids. Now you can learn, play and imagine together—available today in the U.S. with the Assistant on Google Home, other smart speakers and eligible phones.</p><p>Monday musical chairs? Tuesday night trivia? Friday family freeze dance (it’s even Halloween-themed!)? Your Assistant has activities to keep everyone entertained. Talking to your Assistant (instead of staring at a screen) is an easy way to be there, in the room, spending time with loved ones. So whether you're at home on a rainy day or on a road trip, your Assistant can help you learn and have fun as a family.</p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>Below are some things you can ask—just start with “Ok Google.” </p><p><b>Learn</b> 📖</p><p></p><ul><li>“Let’s learn”<br/></li><li>"Play space trivia”<br/></li><li>“Talk to Everyday Heroes”<br/></li><li>“Help me with my homework”</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Play</b> 👯 </p><p></p><ul><li>“Let’s play a game”<br/></li><li>“Play Mickey Mouse Adventure”<br/></li><li>“Talk to What’s My Justice League Super Hero?”<br/></li><li>“Play Sports Illustrated Kids Trivia”</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Imagine</b> 🌎</p><p></p><ul><li>“Tell me a story”<br/></li><li>“Tell me the story of The-Not-So-Scaredy cat”<br/></li><li>“Play Strangest Day Ever”<br/></li><li>"Play Jungle Adventure"<br/></li></ul><p></p><p>The <a href="https://store.google.com/product/google_home_mini_family">new activities are rolling out today</a> so you can go on a family adventure together. With their parent's permission, children under 13 can also have their own personalized Google Assistant experience when they log in with their own account, powered by <a href="http://g.co/familylink">Family Link</a>. Family Link helps parents manage their child’s Google Account while they explore. And with Voice Match, your family can train the Assistant to recognize who’s speaking, up to six voices.<br/></p><p>So round up your family and say the magic words— “Ok Google, I want to do something fun” or “Ok Google, Abracadabra”—to unlock a world of fun!</p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/srLo92qG7Yk" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Tue, 24 Oct 2017 17:00:00 +0000Tue, 24 Oct 2017 17:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogDo more from your inbox with Gmail Add-onshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~3/81Vp_cW-Hlw/<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p>For many of us, email is mission control—the prompt to generate an invoice, prepare a presentation or follow up on a sales opportunity. With so many to-dos, imagine if you could complete these tasks directly from your inbox without interrupting your workflow.</p><p>We believe email can do more, which is why we’re launching Gmail Add-ons, a new way to work with your favorite business apps directly in Gmail.</p><p></p></div></div>
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<div class="block-paragraph"><div class="rich-text"><p></p><ul><li><a href="https://gsuite.google.com/marketplace/app/wrike_for_gmail/931326872457"><b>Wrike</b></a>: Create Wrike tasks from emails, view and update task details, and send and receive Wrike task comments.<br/></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p>If you're a developer, you can also easily create add-ons for your app or your organization—write your add-on code once and it will run natively in Gmail on web and Android right away. <a href="https://gsuite-developers.googleblog.com/2017/10/gmail-add-ons-framework-now-available.html">Learn more</a>.</p><h2>Try Gmail Add-ons today</h2><p>Knock out action items the minute they hit your inbox. G Suite and Gmail users can check out the <a href="https://gsuite.google.com/marketplace/category/works-with-gmail">G Suite Marketplace</a> to find and install Gmail Add-ons.<br/></p></div></div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/MKuf/~4/81Vp_cW-Hlw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Tue, 24 Oct 2017 17:00:00 +0000Tue, 24 Oct 2017 17:00:00 +0000The Official Google BlogShocktober is back! Snag deals on frighteningly great games, terrifying movies and more
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Tue, 24 Oct 2017 16:00:30 +0000Halloween is just around the corner, and Microsoft is getting into the spirit with its annual <a href="https://www.microsoft.com/store/collections/ShocktoberHome/pc?OCID=Shock18_BLITZ_windowsblog">Shocktober collection</a> of terrifying games, chilling entertainment and haunting apps on your Windows 10 PC to get you ready!*Tue, 24 Oct 2017 16:00:30 +0000Windows BlogMicrosoft launches Create Change campaign with NFL stars and their charitable causes
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Tue, 24 Oct 2017 13:00:17 +0000Video series and Super Bowl contest centered on creating a positive impact in local communities.Tue, 24 Oct 2017 13:00:17 +0000Windows BlogWe’ve moved! Find us at the new Microsoft Edge Dev Blog
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/05/08/weve-moved-find-us-at-the-new-microsoft-edge-dev-blog/
Fri, 08 May 2015 15:40:19 +0000As we announced last week, with the reveal of Microsoft Edge we are archiving the IEBlog. Future posts for both Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer will take place at our new home on Windows Blogs, the Microsoft Edge Dev Blog. We've redirected the RSS feed for the IEBlog to point to our new home. If...Fri, 08 May 2015 15:40:19 +0000IEBlogMicrosoft Edge is the browser for Windows 10
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/04/29/microsoft-edge-is-the-browser-for-windows-10/
Wed, 29 Apr 2015 11:30:00 +0000This morning, Joe Belfiore took to the stage at Build 2015 to share more about the next chapter in our story for Windows 10, including revealing more about “Project Spartan,” our new default browser for Windows. We’re excited to share Joe’s announcement that Project Spartan’s official name is Microsoft Edge. You’ll see this name coming...Wed, 29 Apr 2015 11:30:00 +0000IEBlogAnnouncing improvements to Enterprise Mode and Enterprise Site Discovery
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/04/23/announcing-improvements-to-enterprise-mode-and-enterprise-site-discovery/
Thu, 23 Apr 2015 14:31:57 +0000As we continue to hear feedback from our customers, we are making investments in tools and features that help our customers get to Internet Explorer 11 before the January 12, 2016 support deadline. We encourage all of our customers to stay up-to-date on the latest version and to leverage features such as Enterprise Mode and...Thu, 23 Apr 2015 14:31:57 +0000IEBlogApril 2015 security updates for Internet Explorer
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Tue, 14 Apr 2015 11:00:00 +0000Microsoft Security Bulletin MS15-032 (3038314)This critical security update resolves vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer. For more information, please see Microsoft Security Bulletin MS15-032. Security Update for Flash Player (3049508) This security update for Adobe Flash Player in Internet Explorer 10 and 11 on supported editions of Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 and Windows...Tue, 14 Apr 2015 11:00:00 +0000IEBlogAnnouncing the 2015 “Project Spartan” Web Summit, May 5th and 6th in Mountain View, CA
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/04/13/announcing-the-2015-project-spartan-web-summit-may-5th-and-6th-in-mountain-view-ca/
Mon, 13 Apr 2015 09:59:00 +0000In March, the Project Spartan team hosted a small, by-invitation workshop at our Silicon Valley campus with developers attending from popular sites and frameworks based around the Silicon Valley area. This was an invaluable opportunity for us to share our plans and meet face to face with developers that build with the Web platform. We...Mon, 13 Apr 2015 09:59:00 +0000IEBlogProject Spartan now available in the Windows 10 Technical Preview for phones
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/04/10/project-spartan-now-available-in-the-windows-10-technical-preview-for-phones/
Fri, 10 Apr 2015 10:06:00 +0000As Gabe just announced on the Windows Blog, the latest Windows 10 Technical Preview build for phones is now available. With it, we are delighted to announce that Project Spartan for Windows phones is available to preview in this build. It's been just over a week since Project Spartan was available in the last desktop...Fri, 10 Apr 2015 10:06:00 +0000IEBlogIntroducing the IE Diagnostics Adapter for third party developer tools
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/04/02/introducing-the-ie-diagnostics-adapter-for-third-party-developer-tools/
Thu, 02 Apr 2015 11:00:03 +0000For several releases, Internet Explorer has had diagnostic tools that help developers debug visual issues, find JavaScript bugs, and profile Web sites. These tools have shipped both in the browser as the F12 Developer Tools as well as in Visual Studio. In the interest of making the modern Web "just work" for everyone, today we're...Thu, 02 Apr 2015 11:00:03 +0000IEBlog"Project Spartan" in the Windows Technical Preview build 10049
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/03/30/project-spartan-in-the-windows-technical-preview-build-10049/
Mon, 30 Mar 2015 15:30:00 +0000Today we’re excited to announce the availability of a new build for Windows Insiders with the first preview of “Project Spartan,” the new browser for Windows 10. You can learn more in Joe Belfiore’s blog post, “Introducing Project Spartan: The New Browser Built for Windows 10." This build does not yet include all the changes...Mon, 30 Mar 2015 15:30:00 +0000IEBlogUpdates from the “Project Spartan” Developer Workshop
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/03/24/updates-from-the-project-spartan-developer-workshop/
Tue, 24 Mar 2015 11:00:13 +0000Today we’re excited to host some of our top web site partners, enterprise developers and web framework authors at the Microsoft Silicon Valley campus for a "Project Spartan" developer workshop to get an early look at Windows 10’s new default browsing experience as it rapidly approaches a public preview. This is another step in our...Tue, 24 Mar 2015 11:00:13 +0000IEBlogPartnering with Adobe on new contributions to our web platform
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/ie/2015/03/23/partnering-with-adobe-on-new-contributions-to-our-web-platform/
Mon, 23 Mar 2015 10:00:11 +0000In recent releases, we’ve talked often about our goal to bring the team and technologies behind our web platform closer to the community of developers and other vendors who are also working to move the Web forward. This has been a driving motivation behind our emphasis on providing better developer tools, resources for cross-browser testing,...Mon, 23 Mar 2015 10:00:11 +0000IEBlog