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Sticky Notes may soon be syncing across your Android or iOS devices

By AyushVij@TWCN | October 12, 2018

Microsoft just released the Windows 10 October Update, and with that came in a lot of features. Another thing that was released on Windows 10 was a major update to the Sticky Notes UWP. This was the version 3 of […]

Mature version of Microsoft Edge browser for Android and iOS is out now

By HemantSaxena@TWCN | March 28, 2018

All interested users can now download and run Microsoft’s in-house flagship browser – Edge on their Android and iOS devices, respectively. The full-blown version of Edge browser is out! Its support for rival platforms will enable users to get a […]

SwiftKey Keyboard 7.0 receives a major update

By HemantSaxena@TWCN | March 17, 2018

In a big update, Microsoft’s market-leading intelligent keyboard SwiftKey has decided to replace its archaic Hub with an innovative Toolbar. So, beginning today, when users launch their keyboard an expandable menu will appear on the device’s screen thereby offering fast […]

Microsoft Garage Favorites Lock Screen Android app now available in India

By HemantSaxena@TWCN | December 21, 2017

A new lock screen project from Microsoft is now available for Android users in India. Named as Favorites Lock Screen, the simple app lets you set your celebrities and interests as your favorites for the lock screen image. Microsoft claims […]

Outings travel oriented app from Microsoft now available for Android and iOS

By AyushVij@TWCN | December 7, 2017

After killing the MSN Travel app for Windows Phone, Microsoft was rumored to be working on a brand new Microsoft Garage app specially made for travelers. This app is called Outings – and today, the app has been made available for download […]

Microsoft Edge browser is now available for Android and iOS

By ShiwangiPeswani@TWC | December 2, 2017

Microsoft Edge web browser is now available for Android and iOS. After being in a beta version for around a month, the Company has made it available for download. Microsoft Edge for iOS is currently available in the United States, […]

Microsoft Edge and Microsoft Launcher for Android and iOS announced

By ShiwangiPeswani@TWC | October 6, 2017

Microsoft Edge, the web browser which was exclusively available on the Windows operating system till now, will soon be coming to the iOS and Android mobile operating systems too. Microsoft today made an announcement saying that the company will soon […]

Microsoft Planner mobile app now available for iPhone and Android

By AnkitGupta@TWCN | June 2, 2017

It seems Microsoft is pretty serious about making Microsoft apps available for iPhone and Android. This time, the new Microsoft Planner app is made available for iPhone and Android phones. The Microsoft Planner is an extension to the existing Planner […]

Ransomware hits Android Smart TV, mimics FBI & demands $500

By MahitHuilgol@TWC | January 3, 2017

Ransomware is getting too close to be cozy. Ransomware is plaguing the Internet and PC users and well there is nothing that can be done to stop except for the rudimentary safety measures for individuals and maybe advanced solutions for […]

Clip Layer is Microsoft’s new app that lets you share information easily

By AnkitChawla@TWC | December 1, 2016

Sharing information on mobiles devices has increased since the world shifted to smaller, portable devices for communication. Copy paste is one of the most common methods used by people around the world to spread certain information with others. From the […]

Microsoft brings the all-time classic Solitaire game to iOS and Android

By AnkitGupta@TWCN | November 25, 2016

Microsoft Solitaire, the game that has been played by Windows PC users for the last 25 years is now available on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices. Arguably the most popular game from Microsoft, Solitaire, comes as a pre-installed app on […]

Microsoft wants to know if you want Edge browser on Android and iOS

By MahitHuilgol@TWC | November 24, 2016

Microsoft Edge browser has been here for almost a year and it has been competing with industry incumbents including Google Chrome and also Firefox Browser. At the time of announcing Windows 10, Microsoft decided to sideline Internet Explorer and build […]

Microsoft Office for Android now available on Chrome OS

By AnkitChawla@TWC | November 14, 2016

It’s good news for the few Chrome OS users out there. Microsoft is today extending support for Office on Android to Chrome OS. Every Chromebook will now get complete access to all programs and services of Microsoft Office starting today. […]

November Insider Update for Office for Android brings exciting new features

By MahitHuilgol@TWC | November 14, 2016

Recently Microsoft has released an update for its Office Insiders for Android. The update numbered 16.0.7531.1002 is currently available from the Google Store and if you already have the app installed you are just an update away. The Office Insider […]

Microsoft Selfie app for Android is now available

By AnkitChawla@TWC | November 7, 2016

Microsoft Selfie is the company’s photo-editing app, which is now finally available on Android OS. The app debuted on the iOS Store in December 2015 and has garnered quite a few rave reviews. Microsoft has now brought all the features […]

Microsoft News Pro app is now also available on Android

By AnkitGupta@TWCN | October 2, 2016

Microsoft has announced its News Pro App for Android phone users. A product from Microsoft Garage, News Pro aims to deliver a personalized news reading experience for its readers. News Pro is based on the similar lines as you would […]

Microsoft HockeyApp analytics tool available for Android

By VamienMcKalin@TWCN | August 26, 2016

Microsoft has released its crash analytics and reporting tool for Android. The tool known as HockeyApp, was acquired by Microsoft back in 2014, but surprisingly, it is now available on the Google Play Store. But don’t expect it to come […]

Microsoft invites students to try out Sourcerer, a new Research app for Android

By AnkitGupta@TWCN | August 22, 2016

Microsoft is inviting students and researchers to help the company test a new app called as Sourcerer. Courtesy the Garage development Projects team under the Office Insider program, Sourcerer aims to make the research process easier for students. Sourcerer app […]

Microsoft Garage launches Sprightly app for Android

By HemantSaxena@TWCN | August 21, 2016

Microsoft refuses to resist its urge when it comes to releasing apps for other platforms like Android. As such, the software giant released Sprightly, a free digital – content creation app for Android users. The app is yet another offering […]

Microsoft and Xiaomi partnership to bring Office and Skype on Xiaomi Android Phones, tablets

By VasudevG@TWC | June 3, 2016

Microsoft and Xiaomi expanding their global partnership further will provide an innovative user experience for Xiaomi mobile users. This new agreement will build on their earlier partnership with Windows 10 on Mi Pad and Microsoft Azure powering the Mi Cloud […]

Microsoft announces 3 business productivity apps for Android smartphones

By AnkitGupta@TWCN | April 24, 2016

With more number of people using smartphones to manage their business now a days, Microsoft has launched 3 smartphone business apps that can help small businesses become more productive. Recognizing the growing use of the Android OS on smartphones across […]

Microsoft Translator for Android now comes with Image and Inline translation

By MahitHuilgol@TWC | April 23, 2016

The last time we had reviews Microsoft Translator for Windows 10 we were pretty impressed with its capabilities. However, this time around Microsoft has decided to spruce up the Microsoft Translator for Android with a bunch of new features. The […]

Twitter adds Message button to share tweet via Direct Message

By VasudevG@TWC | April 7, 2016

Twitter has added a new Message button which will let you share a tweet via Direct Message. So with this new feature, it’ll be simpler to share a tweet privately and start a private conversation. New Twitter Message Button People use Direct […]

Build 2016 app for Windows 10, Android and iOS now available

By VasudevG@TWC | March 29, 2016

Microsoft has released Build 2016 app for Windows 10, Android and iOS. As you know, Microsoft Build is an annual conference event held by Microsoft for Developers. And this year its being held from March 30 – April 1 in […]

Microsoft Hub Keyboard for Android will let you share content on Android Devices

By HemantSaxena@TWCN | February 24, 2016

Microsoft Garage, a place where ideas are translated into reality have come up with a new project, dubbed ‘Hub Keyboard’ for Android. Microsoft Garage encourages its employees to create cross-platform apps in their leisure time. Microsoft Hub Keyboard for Android […]

Microsoft buys SwiftKey, an Android and iOS Keyboard app

By ShiwangiPeswani@TWC | February 3, 2016

Redmond giant is seamlessly focusing on cross-platform technologies these days. Fulfilling its commitment to bring its software and services to all platforms, Microsoft has made another acquisition lately. Microsoft recently has acquired SwiftKey, the London-based Android, and iOS Keyboard app. […]

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