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Surface Book 2 Vs. MacBook Pro 2016: Hardware Smackdown
Kelly Sheridan, Associate Editor, InformationWeek
News
Reports indicate Microsoft is planning to release the Surface Book 2 and Surface Pro 5 this year, upping the competition with Apple's MacBook Pro 2016.
By Kelly Sheridan Associate Editor, InformationWeek, 5/23/2016
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Google I/O 2016: 5 Hot Takeaways
Eric Zeman,
Commentary
At this week's Google I/O annual developer conference the company revealed dramatic products that will push the boundaries of technology further into what was previously the realm of science fiction.
By Eric Zeman , 5/21/2016
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SAP Cloud Partnership, Feature Phone Sale: Microsoft Roundup
Kelly Sheridan, Associate Editor, InformationWeek
News
This week brought news of a Windows 10 Mobile Insider preview build, a Bing Concierge Bot, plans to bring SAP HANA to Azure, and the sale of Microsoft's feature phone business.
By Kelly Sheridan Associate Editor, InformationWeek, 5/21/2016
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Google's Virtual Reality Vision Comes Into Focus
Eric Zeman,
Commentary
Google makes several announcements, including its mobile virtual reality platform Daydream, that reveal its long-term strategy to bring VR to the masses.
By Eric Zeman , 5/20/2016
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Android N Focuses On Performance, Productivity, Security
Eric Zeman,
Commentary
Google revealed more details about Android N at its annual Google I/O developer conference and released a beta build of the refreshed mobile operating system.
By Eric Zeman , 5/19/2016
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Apple iOS App Dev Accelerator To Open In India
Dawn Kawamoto, Freelance Writer and Editor
News
The iOS design and development accelerator will be based in India's startup center and build Apple's global ecosystem of third-party developers at a time when its sales in countries like China are plummeting.
By Dawn Kawamoto Freelance Writer and Editor, 5/19/2016
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Apple OS Updates Fix Bugs, Brick Some iPads
Eric Zeman,
Commentary
Apple released new versions of its iPhone, Watch, TV, and Mac operating systems this week, but not all of the updates went smoothly for some users.
By Eric Zeman , 5/17/2016
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Windows 10 Build 14342, Azure Expansion: Microsoft Roundup
Kelly Sheridan, Associate Editor, InformationWeek
News
Microsoft this week announced Windows 10 Build 14342 for PCs, Azure expansion into South Korea and Canada, and the end of MSN China and the Sunrise calendar app.
By Kelly Sheridan Associate Editor, InformationWeek, 5/14/2016
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FBI Chief: Battle Over Encrypted Devices Rages On
Dawn Kawamoto, Freelance Writer and Editor
News
Despite dropping its fight with Apple over creating a backdoor to access the iPhone used by one of the San Bernardino shooters, the FBI still plans to pursue access to other encrypted devices and data, said the agency's director.
By Dawn Kawamoto Freelance Writer and Editor, 5/12/2016
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Microsoft Kills Controversial Windows 10 Wi-Fi Sense
Dawn Kawamoto, Freelance Writer and Editor
News
In its latest Windows 10 build, Microsoft disables its Wi-Fi Sense feature, which allows users to easily share their networks with friends -- and, inadvertently, hackers.
By Dawn Kawamoto Freelance Writer and Editor, 5/11/2016
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iPhone 7 Rumor Wars Confuse Apple Watchers
Eric Zeman,
Commentary
Constantly changing rumors demonstrate no one knows anything certain about the iPhone 7 -- but we can catch the latest round of speculation.
By Eric Zeman , 5/10/2016
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Microsoft Surface Book 2 May Launch In June
Kelly Sheridan, Associate Editor, InformationWeek
News
It has been a few months since Microsoft released its high-end Surface Book laptop, but the rumors of a next-gen device have already started.
By Kelly Sheridan Associate Editor, InformationWeek, 5/10/2016
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Opera VPN For iOS: Access Blocked Sites With iPhones, iPads
Eric Zeman,
Commentary
Opera Software just handed people the key to unlock Facebook, YouTube, and other sites their organizations' networks may be blocking.
By Eric Zeman , 5/9/2016
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iOS 10 May Include Standalone HomeKit App
Nathan Eddy, Freelance Writer
News
The current HomeKit platform lacks a dedicated app, which could finally reach consumers with the launch of iOS 10 later this year. The smart home market place is expected to grow and Apple is looking for a piece of this emerging market.
By Nathan Eddy Freelance Writer, 5/9/2016
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Windows 10 Milestone, SharePoint Server 2016 Launches: Microsoft Roundup
Kelly Sheridan, Associate Editor, InformationWeek
News
Microsoft released SharePoint Server 2016, updated the Windows 10 device count to 300 million, bought Solair, and announced a June 1 launch for SQL Server 2016.
By Kelly Sheridan Associate Editor, InformationWeek, 5/7/2016
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Windows 10 Now Running On 300 Million Devices
Kelly Sheridan, Associate Editor, InformationWeek
News
Microsoft announces Windows 10 is active on 300 million devices, and emphasizes the upcoming end to its year-long free upgrade offer.
By Kelly Sheridan Associate Editor, InformationWeek, 5/6/2016
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Windows 10 Pro No Longer Lets IT Block App Store
Dawn Kawamoto, Freelance Writer and Editor
News
Microsoft dealt administrators a blow with its Windows 10 Pro 1511 update, forcing them to migrate to Windows 10 Enterprise should they want to prevent Windows Store access.
By Dawn Kawamoto Freelance Writer and Editor, 5/5/2016
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Apple CEO Becomes TV Spin Doctor
Eric Zeman,
Commentary
Tim Cook uses televised interview to claim Apple's best days are still to come, and calm investor fears.
By Eric Zeman , 5/3/2016
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iPhone Fingerprint Unlocking Case Raises Constitutional Issue
Dawn Kawamoto, Freelance Writer and Editor
News
As smartphone makers are increasingly adding fingerprint-sensor technology as a log-in feature for their devices, users may be unaware they may lose their right to the Fifth Amendment.
By Dawn Kawamoto Freelance Writer and Editor, 5/3/2016
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Google Play Store Drops Tablet, Chromebook
Eric Zeman,
Commentary
The Nexus 9 Android tablet and $999 variant of the Chromebook Pixel laptop are no longer available for sale.
By Eric Zeman , 5/2/2016
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