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Microsoft launches Create Change campaign with NFL stars and their charitable causes

2017-10-24 KENNETH 0

Microsoft launches Create Change campaign with NFL stars and their charitable causes At Microsoft, we’re inspired when we see individuals and groups step up to drive positive change in their communities and to empower people around them to achieve more. In this spirit, we’re proud to be collaborating with five extraordinary NFL players to support the philanthropic work they do off the field: Von Miller, Russell Wilson, Richard Sherman, Greg Olsen, and Martellus Bennett. The charitable foundations created or supported by each player focus on areas that align with some of Microsoft’s own core missions and values, including education, accessibility, creativity, and health. By partnering with these foundations in providing both resources and awareness, we hope to increase their impact on the lives of those in need. Each NFL player has used Microsoft Surface technology on the field, and each [ more… ]

Windows 10 Tip: Bring your stories to life with the reimagined Photos app

2017-10-24 KENNETH 0

Windows 10 Tip: Bring your stories to life with the reimagined Photos app Let’s take a closer look. To get started, head to the Photos app. Select the Create button. You can make a video project from scratch, or choose Video Remix and two or more photos or videos and the Photos app will automatically bring together your memories into a video complete with soundtracks, themes, and transitions. That’s right – the work is done for you! Keep this cut to enjoy and share, or easily remix it with just the click of a button for an all new look and feel of the video, complete with a new soundtrack and transitions. Want to make it your own? Video editing with the Photos app is easy. With an intuitive interface, you can move photos and videos to rework the flow [ more… ]

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Mixer now available with the Minecraft 1.2.5 beta

2017-10-24 KENNETH 0

Mixer now available with the Minecraft 1.2.5 beta Mixer mobile broadcasting, directly in Minecraft   When we launched Mixer Create on Android and iOS last month, we loved seeing the reaction from our community around the simplicity of mobile broadcasting. We’re now excited to bring the familiar Mixer Create experience directly into Minecraft, making it easier to start and manage a Mixer broadcast while you play. You’ll start to see this feature today in the Minecraft 1.2.5 beta on Android; iOS will come once 1.2.5 exits beta.   Mixer interactivity in Minecraft   Our Interactive 2.0 platform enables any game developer to add Mixer interactivity to their game with just a few lines of code; creating unique steaming experiences where viewers have actual impact on the gameplay. With Mixer Interactivity in Minecraft, any Minecraft command can be turned into an interactive button that viewers can use to change your game. Plus, with [ more… ]

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Microsoft 365 security and management features available in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

2017-10-23 KENNETH 0

Microsoft 365 security and management features available in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update Last week, we shared the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update has begun rolling out to customers and we highlighted some of our favorite features for people who love and use Windows every day. Windows 10 is running on more than 500 million monthly active devices and continues to gain momentum in enterprises, small businesses and education organizations with 90% growth in commercial devices year over year. In a recent Forrester survey of 482 enterprise global decision makers, they reported that 34% of company-issued PCs are running Windows 10.* Today, we’re excited to share more about the security and management enhancements we’ve made that empower our commercial customers on their journey to digitally transform and support their Modern Workplace with Microsoft 365. We’re also providing more detail and [ more… ]

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update phased rollout approach

2017-10-23 KENNETH 0

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update phased rollout approach Earlier this week we began a targeted rollout of the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update and I shared with you how to get it. Today, I’d like to share more details on how we will roll out this feature update to Windows 10 devices, including PCs, phones and IoT devices. Our goal is to deliver feature updates to you as quickly as possible, while providing you with the best possible update experience. Phased Rollout Approach                                                                                                     The Fall Creators Update begins rolling out to newer devices tested by us and our device partners. By starting with machines which we believe will have the best update experience, we are able to get focused feedback on application compatibility and how Windows works with the rich ecosystem of available peripherals like Bluetooth devices or cameras. Additionally, we [ more… ]