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Cortana coming to more devices in 2018 through Devices SDK and new reference designs

2018-01-10 KENNETH 0

Cortana coming to more devices in 2018 through Devices SDK and new reference designs 2017 was an exciting and productive year for Cortana — from launching the Harman Kardon Invoke intelligent speaker, releasing our Skills Kit, and introducing many new features and capabilities — we continue to grow the Cortana ecosystem to help people get things done across work and life. To kick-off 2018, we’re making it easier than ever for OEMs and developers to build for Cortana with the Cortana Devices SDK. Just last week, Johnson Controls announced the new Cortana-enabled JCI Glas thermostat, built using the Cortana Devices SDK. We’ve also partnered with industry leaders including Allwinner, Synaptics, TONLY and Qualcomm, to develop reference designs for new Cortana experiences. Sign up today to start building with the Devices SDK and bring Cortana to your very own designs or [ more… ]

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CES 2018: Acer unveils new Swift 7, Nitro 5 Gaming laptop and more

2018-01-09 KENNETH 0

CES 2018: Acer unveils new Swift 7, Nitro 5 Gaming laptop and more Acer Swift 7 At just 8.98 mm thin, the new Swift 7 is powered by Windows 10 and designed for mobility, with an ultraportable design, all-day battery life, and a personal, trusted 4G LTE connection. The Acer Swift 7’s unmatched slim design is only the beginning of the new features available with the device. Blazing-fast 4G LTE connectivity keeps you productive; it’s especially useful for professionals who want to eliminate tedious wireless connection problems on the road so they can stay focused on the task at hand. In addition to a Nano SIM card slot, the Swift 7 features eSIM technology, allowing download and activation of eSIM profiles. The Swift 7 ships with a Transatel profile provisioned with up to 1 GB of free data to help [ more… ]

Windows 10 Tip: Get started with the Mixed Reality Viewer app

2018-01-09 KENNETH 0

Windows 10 Tip: Get started with the Mixed Reality Viewer app As part of our mission to bring 3D and mixed reality to everyone, we launched Mixed Reality Viewer with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update in October.  With Mixed Reality Viewer, you can see 3D objects – either from the Remix3D.com community or your own creation from Paint 3D – mixed into your actual surroundings through your PC’s camera.  It’s easy and fun, and all you need to get started is a device with a camera running the latest Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. With the Mixed Reality Viewer, you can experience the power of 3D and mixed reality, no headset required. Mixed Reality Viewer is a perfect tool when you need to visualize space and dimension, experience something up close, or when you just want to inject some [ more… ]

CES 2018: HP announces the HP ENVY x2, HP Spectre x360 15, HP Z 3D Camera, and more

2018-01-08 KENNETH 0

CES 2018: HP announces the HP ENVY x2, HP Spectre x360 15, HP Z 3D Camera, and more HP ENVY x2 The new HP ENVY x2 is a premium detachable powered by Intel and Windows 10 that gives you versatility, performance, and long battery in a thin, light, and durable design. It offers mobile flexibility to stay connected with an instant-on experience with optional 4G LTE, so you can enjoy entertainment on the go and stay connected in and out of the home or office without having to find a Wi-Fi hotspot. Other features include: The fanless CNC Machined Aluminum tablet is 7.9 mm and 1.69 lbs. Features a brilliant 12.3-inch diagonal touch WUXGA+ display8 with Corning Gorilla Glass 4 for increased durability and scratch resistance when on the go. The leather-like textured case in Oxford Blue integrates an adjustable [ more… ]

CES 2018: Samsung shows the new Notebook 7 Spin, Notebook 9 and Notebook 9 Pen powered by Windows 10 

2018-01-05 KENNETH 0

CES 2018: Samsung shows the new Notebook 7 Spin, Notebook 9 and Notebook 9 Pen powered by Windows 10  Today at CES, Samsung announced the Samsung Notebook 7 Spin (2018) and showed the Notebook 9 and Notebook 9 Pen – new devices powered by Windows 10 that provide you with the tools you need to remain productive in today’s digital world.   Let’s take a look: Samsung Notebook 7 Spin (2018) The Notebook 7 Spin (2018) arrives with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update to offer modern features that light up touch, inking, 3D, including a 360-degree touchscreen that enables digital drawing, writing and note taking with Windows Ink; an Active Pen (sold separately) for quick and easy note-taking; as well as the power and performance for more efficient multi-tasking. Other features include: A 360-Degree Rotating Touchscreen – Provides the [ more… ]