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New Surface devices perfect fit for engineers with Siemens NX Certification We’ve seen great momentum across a range of industries and use cases for Surface devices – especially from engineers, who are some of the most creative people in the world. They are often responsible for designing some of today’s most complex and sophisticated products – from trains and planes, to automobiles and medical devices. Today, we’re announcing Microsoft Surface devices, including the new Surface Studio and Surface Book with Performance Base, which are all certified to run Siemens NX software, one of the world’s most advanced product design software applications. This will give engineers the confidence in their ability to utilize Surface devices to help them design and create such innovative products. The Siemens NX team joined us in New York City for our recent launch and I was [ more… ]

Windows 10 Tip: Four ways to use ink in the Windows Maps app We’ve showed you how to get started with the Windows Ink Workspace on your PC. Today, we’re talking about all the ways it can make trip-planning easier when you use it with the Windows Maps app. By drawing in the app, you can easily get directions, measure distances, leave notes and more. Draw a line between two points for instant directions         Simply draw a line between your start point and destination, and the Maps app will quickly convert your ink into a route and give you directions. Markup and add notes to your map Personalize your map by adding details, marking places and annotating your plans, just like you would on a regular paper map. Trace a route and find distances With the measure tool, you [ more… ]