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Viber launches desktop app and new Windows Phone version

Apps, Microsoft, MobileJune 27, 20190Comments

The popular app Viber, which allows you to send free text messages, make free phone calls and share pictures for free has launched a new desktop app and is now also available on Windows Phone. The app that is hitting a stunning 500.000 monthly downloads on Windows Phone alone and is now trying to extend…

Big changes coming to Windows 8 in version 8.2

Microsoft, Tech NewsJune 7, 20190Comments

More news has emerged about the upcoming update for Microsoft's latest operation system Windows 8. The new version 8.2 will feature some mayor changes, after much complaint from users Microsoft decided to bring back the start menu icon in version 8.1 but in 8.2 they are going even further, making Windows 8 just a little…

Microsoft is working on new cloud service called Sway

Microsoft, Tech News, TechnologyMay 10, 20190Comments

Microsoft could be working on a new cloud service called Sway. The software giant has a history of registering domain names of a future product before even announcing them and it has lately registered sway.com and several variants that indicate it could be a cloud based service. The other domains are the following: sway-CDN.com, sway-CDN.net, sway-INT.com and…

Microsoft smartwatch to be revealed during E3

Gadgets, Microsoft, Personal Tech, Tech NewsMay 10, 20190Comments

Rumor: According to a new report from GearLive we could see Microsoft's very own smartwatch being revealed during this years E3 taking place between June 10 and June 12 in Los Angeles. Previous rumors indicate that the smartwatch will work on Windows Phones, Android devices, Xbox One's and iPhones, the battery is also expected to last…

Funny things to ask Cortana

Internet & Software, Microsoft, MobileMay 10, 20190Comments

When Siri was first released , many people discovered that besides asking her serious questions such as 'What's the weather like', you could also say stuff to her like 'I love you' which would result in some very funny responses. And just like Siri, Microsoft's new Cortana also has some jokes up her sleeve as…

When Shopping Online, Go To Groupon First

MicrosoftApril 21, 20190Comments

These days, shopping on line is quickly becoming more and more popular, to the point where it has overtaken traditional shopping. Our bulky, unwieldy shopping carts bumping into each other have been largely replaced by the virtual shopping cart with all of its advantages.But there are pitfalls when shopping online too. We often wind up…

Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts: 26 handy shortcuts every Windows user should know

Microsoft, Tech NewsApril 6, 20190Comments

In Windows 10, Microsoft has added new Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts. The operation system has some huge changes and improvements over Windows 8, there are many things users will have to get used to and knowing some of the new Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts will help you make you feel at home much faster.Compared to…

Microsoft introduces Office for iOS

Apps, MicrosoftApril 3, 20190Comments

Microsoft Introduces office for iOS. The App is currently available in the App Store for free and only works on the iPhone. A iPad version is expected later this year

Microsoft to release Office for Android Tablets “in the future”

Apps, Google, Microsoft, Tech NewsApril 2, 20190Comments

With Microsoft's recent launch of Office for the iPad, it seems like the only mayor device the popular application suite isn't available on yet are Android Tablets, but that will change "in the future".During an AMA on Reddit from the Office for iPad team, Sangeeta Mudnal, Group Program Manager confirmed that they are indeed working on…

Why Cortana is better then Siri (according to Microsoft)

Microsoft, MobileApril 1, 20190Comments

Many of you are aware that one of the biggest new features in Windows Phone 8.1 is the new voice assistant called Cortana. With mainly Apple's Siri and Google Now dominating the voice assistant market for several years now, Microsoft joined a little late but still thinks it could beat both Google and Apple. See Also:…

10.6-inch Third Generation Surface 3 launching in upcoming weeks

Microsoft, Tech News, TechnologyMarch 31, 20190Comments

Microsoft started selling its Surface Pro 3 just a few months ago but is soon planning on launching the third generation Surface 3 featuring a 10.6-inch display. Previously TKTechNews confirmed that Microsoft would launch a new tablet during October this year but it has now confirmed that it is the Surface 3 and Surface 3 Mini…

Fix This copy of windows is not genuine 2015

Internet & Software, MicrosoftMarch 24, 20190Comments

If you run Windows there is a big chance you can get the "This copy of windows is not genuine" error message on the right bottom of the screen. While the message can appear for many reasons (more on that later) it is quiet simple to fix and depending on your Windows installation different methods…