Windows 10 tip: How to turn on System Protection and create System Restore points
One of the oldest Windows recovery tools, System Restore, is disabled by default on most Windows 10 installations. Here's how to re-enable this still-useful feature.
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Windows 10 tip: Use setup log files to troubleshoot installation problems
The Windows 10 Setup program keeps extensive log files every time it runs. If a Windows 10 upgrade or feature update goes wrong, use the SetupDiag tool to examine those files and determine the cause of the failure.
Microsoft to add mixed reality support to SharePoint with SharePoint Spaces
Microsoft is continuing to add mixed-reality and artificial-intelligence capabilities across its entire product portfolio with the new 'SharePoint Spaces' feature coming to Office 365 business users.
What is Microsoft 365? Microsoft's most important subscription bundle, explained
Microsoft 365 is becoming a centerpiece of Redmond's cloud strategy. Here's everything you need to know about what it is and how it's evolving.
Windows 10 tip: How to enable Hyper-V and create virtual machines
Every business edition of Windows 10 includes a full-strength virtualization platform, Hyper-V. If your PC meets the requirements, you can begin creating virtual machines for testing software and services without risking your daily productivity.
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Microsoft moves toward consolidating its many speech services
Microsoft's new unified Speech Service and development platform aim to bring together the many different speech services used across Microsoft's own products and services.
Windows 10 tip: Use an ISO file to create a bootable USB flash drive
Your emergency repair kit should include a recovery drive that contains the installation files for the latest Windows 10 version. Here's how to create this indispensable tool quickly and easily.
Microsoft provides a peek at 50.5-inch Surface Hub 2, due in 2019
Microsoft is promising 'dynamic collaboration' among multiple users as a centerpiece of its second-generation Surface Hub conferencing system, which will go to testers later this year and ship in 2019.
Microsoft repositions Cortana from an 'assistant' to an 'assistance' aide
Microsoft is shifting the way it is thinking about, positioning and building out Cortana. Cortana product chief Javier Soltero explains the new strategy.
A gaming PC for business? Here's why it makes sense
Especially when there's a deal like this: Get a powerful HP Pavilion desktop for $589.99.
Microsoft looks to Cortana, Teams, ambient intelligence for smarter meetings
Microsoft is getting closer to delivering on its commitment to try to make meetings smarter and less painful using Cortana, Teams, HoloLens business apps and more.
Microsoft adds new mail, calendar, mobile features across its various Outlook clients
Microsoft is adding features like bill-pay reminders, meeting RSVP tracking, suggested event location, and other features across its many Outlook variants.
Microsoft Office 2019 client app preview now available to business users
Microsoft is rolling out test versions of a number of its Office apps for x86-based Windows devices in phase one of its Office 2019 preview program.
Microsoft 365 bundle gets a slew of updates as part of Windows 10 April rollout
Microsoft 365, the bundle of Windows, Office 365 and EMS, is getting a lot more than just the latest Windows 10 bits. Here's what else is new.
The perfect phone: 13 features I've dreamed of
After years of covering and reviewing some of the best — and worst — smartphones, I have an idea of what I want in my dream smartphone.
Top productivity apps for Android and iOS
Regardless of the manufacturer name on the back of your Android device, you can install any one of the following apps and use your phone or tablet as your primary means to surf the web, manage email, and keep tabs on your agenda. Bonus: iOS versions available too!
iOS 11 tips and tricks everyone should know
If you use an iPhone or iPad, you owe it to yourself to be able to get the most out of your hardware, and the best way to do that is to know how to get the most of iOS 11.
18 ways to make the next iPhone the best smartphone ever
The decade-old device, like any mature platform, suffers from malaise. Here's everything Apple must do to restore America's beloved smartphone to its former glory.
Seven things Apple needs to unveil at WWDC 2018
Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off June 4, and it's one of the ways we get a deep insight into the path that the company is on.
Apple's unreleased gold iPhone X: in pictures
What appears to be a gold iPhone X has appeared in an Apple filing with the FCC.
iOS 11.3: Tips, tricks, and how to fix the biggest annoyances
Here's how to get the most from the new iOS 11.3 update on your iPhone and iPad, as well as how to fix some of the biggest iOS annoyances.
Huawei Honor View 10: in pictures
Here's a closer look at Huawei's new Honor View 10 in the US.
Galaxy S9 camera: Its best features to take on iPhone X
Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus' camera includes a dual aperture design to bring sharper photos, Bixby integration, augmented reality emoji and more.
Android, iOS mobile apps to download before disaster strikes
Natural disasters, criminal activity, and more -- there are apps out there to provide a helping hand when a crisis is underway.
Future mobile tech needs these features to work seamlessly
Our wish list for the mobile device of the future -- to keep us connected -- whatever happens.
Road to iPhone X: The evolution of Apple's smartphone
Let's take a trip down memory lane as we look at how the iPhone has changed over the past 10 years.
How to improve your iPhone or iPad battery life with iOS 11
New to iOS 11? Here's how you can conserve your battery power with the latest software update.
Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Note 8: In pictures
Existing Note owners are in for a big -- quite literally -- upgrade with the launch of the Note 8 on Sept. 15. We go hands-on.
Splashproof and waterproof phones
If you want to make certain that your next phone does not die a watery death, try one of these splashproof, water resistant, or waterproof phones.
Too many photos on your iPhone? New app will sort the bad ones out
Got too many blurry, out-of-focus pictures of your pet eating up precious storage space? Gemini Photos will take care of that.
To comply with EU, Google simplifies privacy settings
Google will be emailing millions of its users to tell them about its redesigned privacy policy.
Google puts AI team's work to good use in Android P
DeepMind takes a first crack at using AI to solve Google's challenges on mobile devices.
Google patching out app monitor in Android P
It's about time Google patches this nasty security flaw where any Android app can monitor network access of another app.
iPhone lovers are desperate for changes. Here's a wish list
Here are the things we'd like to see in future versions of Apple's iOS and iPhone hardware.
Google Pixel, Nexus devices get Android Auto wireless support
Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Nexus 5X, and Nexus 6P devices running Android Oreo or higher now have Android Auto wireless support, Google has announced.
Instagram ditches Apple Watch app
Facebook's Instagram app is no longer available for Apple Watch, marking another high-profile departure from Apple's wearable app offerings.
Acer's student-friendly Tab 10 ups tablet stakes in schools
Acer launches the first Chrome OS tablet for the education market.
Android P: Google launches first developer preview
The full public beta is expected later this year, followed by a consumer rollout in the fall.
Turn your Android smartphone into a bunker with 10 simple steps
Malware makers, phishers, they really are all out to get you. Here's how to stop them in their tracks.
Nougat finally unseats Marshmallow in battle for Android dominance
But Oreo is still not making major headway.
Why microprocessor systems' architecture needs to go open-source
Perhaps the Meltdown and Spectre bugs are the impetus for making long-overdue changes to the core DNA of the semiconductor industry and how chip architectures are designed.
Five top improvements in Google Android 8.1
Besides numerous security fixes, the latest version of Android includes multiple features that developers will be using to improve your smartphone experience.
iPhone Batterygate: A sign of a deeper problem
To be better citizens of our planet, we need to reconsider the current disposable smartphone designs.
App update: What are Android's 2017 top sellers and standouts?
Google names most popular and best Android apps of the year.
Fitbit Versa review: Finally, a smartwatch that can make Fitbit proud
Outside of the Apple Watch for iOS users, the Fitbit Versa is the smartwatch to beat right now. It's comfortable, stylish, and has excellent battery life.
Apple HomePod review: Leaves a stain but not a strong impression
Apple's first foray into smart speaker market has the sound and looks, but does it have the smarts?
Diggro D106 hands on: A low-cost smartwatch with full featured Android apps
I like the idea of wearing a smartwatch -- and the D106 has everything I could need.
Apple iPhone X review: This is as good as it gets
Face ID, an impressive display, new interaction methods, and solid performance put the iPhone X on top.
Google Pixel 2 XL review: It doesn't get any more Google than this
The Pixel 2 XL has an improved camera, new design, and new software tricks.
Apple Watch Series 3 review: Always connected, just without the guilt
Apple's newest smartwatch is smarter in that it's always connected, but is it worth the cost?
iPhone 8 Plus Review: Bigger is better, but not for much longer
Apple's iPhone 8 Plus boasts some fancy new camera tricks that make it attractive... for now.
iPhone 8 review: More of the same, but better in just about every way
We've put the iPhone 8 to the test, and while it may look boring, it's anything but.
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 review: The epitome of a business-first smartphone
The Note 8 gets the job done, and does it exceptionally well. A smaller battery is frustrating but should be enough to get through most days. Note fans, you're going to love this phone.
Ulefone T1 hands-on: A high-performing phone with nice-to-have extras
The Ulefone T1 is a sleek-looking, fast, and affordable device with several nice-to-have extras in the box.
Moto Z2 Play review: Excellent battery life and handy Moto Mods make for a compelling smartphone
Motorola's latest smartphone is affordable -- and it's expandable with Moto Mods.
ZTE Quartz smartwatch review: An inexpensive Android Wear watch with one glaring issue
ZTE is known for selling inexpensive -- yet capable -- smartphones. Now, the company is trying to bring that approach to smartwatches.
BlackBerry KEYone review: A niche device for business users clamoring for physical keys
Nostalgia aside, the BlackBerry KEYone is a smartphone with a physical keyboard done right.
Samsung Galaxy S8 review: Near-perfect comeback leaves competitors in the dust
It clearly has the looks, but does it deliver on the smarts?
Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus review: Stunning large display, balanced design, and advanced technology
Samsung needed a compelling device to bounce back from the Galaxy Note 7 fiasco and the Galaxy S8 is sure to appeal.
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