Microsoft extending Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 support on Intel 6th Gen computers
If you have an Intel Skylake device running Windows 7 and Windows 8.1, you’ll be glad to know that Microsoft aims to extend support of […]
Tag: Windows 8
Microsoft halts Security Updates for Windows 8
Microsoft wants all Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 users to upgrade to Windows 10. To achieve this objective, not only have they adopted […]
Microsoft ending sale of Windows 8 and Windows 7 in 2016
Microsoft is making a push to end distribution of Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 beginning in November 2016. It means that if you’re set out […]
Windows introduces new Services startup type: Start on Demand
Microsoft has made several changes to the way Services run in Windows OS. Windows OS services configured to run all the time are a significant […]
Google Chrome 64-bit, now available for Windows 8 / 7
There’s a good news for all Google Chrome fans. Now the Google Chrome 64-bit version is available for Windows 7 and Windows 8 as well. […]
China forbids Windows 8 use on government computers
China’s decision to forbid the use of Windows 8 OS on government computers to minimize security-related risk has grabbed eyeballs. The decision, many believe, was […]
Microsoft releases a free version of OneNote 2013 for Windows 8 | 7
Just a day ago we learned Microsoft rolled out OneNote app for Mac available as a free download from the Mac App Store. Few hours […]
Microsoft finally gets a patent for the Windows 8 UI
Amid much speculation and criticism, it won’t be wrong to say that Windows 8 has bought in major improvements in the operating system’s platform, security […]
Mozilla delays Metro-Style Firefox app for Windows 8 till March 18
Those of you who are waiting for Mozilla’s Modern UI based version of Firefox for Windows 8 any time soon, we are afraid there is […]
Windows 8 and 8.1 gain users, now run over 10% OS market share
As we had expected, Microsoft’s latest operating system Windows 8.1 has started gaining momentum. The OS with Windows 8 now for the first time account […]
Microsoft introduces Facebook Login Support for Windows 8 & Windows Phone 8 Apps
Microsoft seems to have taken the cognizance of one fact – more the number of steps in signing up for a service or app, lesser […]
Windows 8 Refresh Your PC option could delete your Outlook profile
Microsoft has warned that using the Windows 8 Refresh Your PC option may delete your Outlook profile, on a device that is using Windows 8 […]
Preview of Firefox Aurora Optimized for Windows 8 Tablets released
After a prolong postponement, Firefox Aurora optimized for Windows 8 tablets is finally available for preview. Mozilla yesterday announced the Aurora update for Firefox. This […]
The official app of Foursquare for Windows 8 is now available to download
Foursquare, the amazing social app to share about the places you are checking in and discovering other nice places amid your friends have now finally […]
Twitter for Windows 8 updated, supports Multiple accounts, Lists
The Twitter app for Windows 8 has just been updated. Apart from bug fixes, it has some improvements too such as it now supports multiple […]
Microsoft launches Maori Version of Office 2013 and Windows 8
Microsoft launched Maori versions of its popular software as a gift for New Zealand’s native people. Windows 8, Outlook, Office 2013 and Internet Explorer 10 […]
Windows 8 Store apps count crosses 100,000
Windows Store, the only source of Windows 8 apps has now set a record of passing 100,000 apps mark. It was just around a week […]
Microsoft brings Windows Embedded 8 to enterprises with volume licensing option
Microsoft is finally coming true to its commitment to help enterprises leverage and capitalize on the potential of intelligent systems. It is offering volume licensing […]
SkyDrive Pro apps for Windows 8 and iOS released
Microsoft has announced the release of SkyDrive Pro apps for Windows 8 and iOS. These are now available for download at the Windows Store and Apple […]
Windows 8.1 could boost Windows 8 adoption, believes Gartner
After Microsoft unveiled Windows 8 last year the newly introduced user experience was criticized and many came away unimpressed. A handful of critics complained about […]
