Microsoft News Roundup: Final Fantasy on Xbox, Microsoft Edgehog, and a Surface Duo mystery What do hedgehogs and Final Fantasy have in common? They're both featured in this week's news roundup. Windows Central · Jul 30, 2023
5 features that would transform WhatsApp for Windows 11 into a dream messaging app WhatsApp is a great UWP app for Windows 11, however, it still requires several features to enhance its user experience. Windows Central · Jul 30, 2023
Alphabet Gushes Forth Record Free Cash Flow, Making GOOG Stock Cheap Alphabet reported a massive gain in its free cash flow for Q2, up 73% YoY and even 26.5% higher than in Q1. This implies that GOOG stock is still too cheap despite a recent runup prior to the earnings. Barchart · Jul 30, 2023
EXCLUSIVE: Activision Blizzard CFO On Q2 Results, Diablo IV, Microsoft Deal: ‘It’s All About Focus And Execution, Delivering Great Content’ One of the biggest storylines for video game sector continues to be the pending acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft Zenger · Jul 30, 2023
Warner Bros.’ Barbie Surpasses $600M At Box Office Amidst Dino, Marvel, And Star Wars Dominance As Mattel Inc. strikes continue, Bryan Cranston targets Disney CEO Bob Iger in pro-strike speech Zenger · Jul 30, 2023
The latest Windows 11 Canary build rolls out the new Outlook app to Insiders Microsoft recently shipped a new Windows 11 preview build for Insiders in the Canary Channel. Build 25915 ships with several new features from the Dev Channel. Windows Central · Jul 30, 2023
These Bang & Olufsen headphones are the best way to do a Microsoft Teams call - but with one big flaw I've been using these Bang & Olufsen headphones for Microsoft Teams and I'm sold - but should you buy them? TechRadar · Jul 30, 2023
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless review: sounds great with everything The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless could be your next gaming headset T3 · Jul 30, 2023
Hasbro wants Microsoft and Xbox to bring back Activision's Transformers games Hasbro, the company behind the Transformers franchise, has recently stated in an interview that they wish to re-release all of the Activision-published Transformers games to modern Xbox consoles and Xbox Game Pass. Read on to learn more about what Hasbro has to say on the matter. Windows Central · Jul 29, 2023
Microsoft Shares Slide As Analysts Assess Q4 Results And Future Prospects BMO, RBC, Wedbush, Needham, and Piper Sandler analysts weigh in on Azure growth, AI potential, and market reaction. Zenger · Jul 29, 2023
Regret and remorse, the companions of progress The many uses of AI, in science, in medicine, in daily life are undeniable. What cannot be denied too is that research progresses independent of moral considerations. The Hindu · Jul 29, 2023
How to Invest in AI It's too early to pick the ultimate winners in artificial intelligence, and it's already expensive to get in on the ground floor. But investors wanting to know how to invest in AI should consider these companies. Kiplinger · Jul 29, 2023
S&P 500 Rebounds, Fed Eyes Rate Hike, Big Tech Earnings Shine Stocks recover, Fed plans rate hike, strong earnings boost Big Tech shares Zenger · Jul 29, 2023
Hey, Square Enix, now bring the Mana games to Xbox Final Fantasy 14 is coming to Xbox Series X|S, and that means Legend of Mana needs an Xbox console port as well. Come on, Square Enix. Windows Central · Jul 28, 2023
Tom’s Hardware · Jul 28, 2023 Microsoft Bans Gamers Using Retail Mode Emulators on Xbox Microsoft has banned old-school gamers from running emulation applications on its Xbox consoles. Additionally, Microsoft has also implemented a 15-day suspension for anyone daring enough to work around the ban.
Windows Central · Jul 28, 2023 Starting with Final Fantasy 14, Square Enix now wants to bring its games to Xbox Today, Microsoft and Square Enix showed a unified front after years of ambiguity about the firm's relationship. Final Fantasy seems to be coming back to Xbox.
Barchart · Jul 28, 2023 Up 74% Year-to-Date, Is Advanced Micro Devices Stock Still a Buy? AMD is one of the top-performing chip stocks of 2023, but is it too late to buy the rally? Here's what investors need to know before Q2 earnings.
Fortune · Jul 28, 2023 Who won the A.I. buzzword contest this earnings season? The language of Alphabet, Meta, and Microsoft executives says a lot about their priorities.
StockNews.com · Jul 28, 2023 Why Now Is Time to Buy Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) and These 2 Software Stocks The software industry is flourishing due to increasing digitization, numerous technological advancements, and high demand for software solutions. As a result, robust software stocks, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT), ServiceNow (NOW), and RingCentral (RNG) could make ideal additions to your portfolio now. Continue reading….
TechRadar · Jul 28, 2023 Microsoft Teams could be facing a major change for customers in some countries Microsoft is officially being investigated for alleged illegal and anti-competitive practices surrounding Teams.
Windows Central · Jul 28, 2023 Windows 11 customization apps might break the Start menu Microsoft's latest update for Windows 11, version 22H2, is causing a major issue for third-party UI customization apps, ultimately breaking the Start menu.
TechRadar · Jul 28, 2023 Windows 11 has a bunch of little changes underway to make your life easier Microsoft tweaks notifications, revamps Spotlight, and we get our first taste of a big Start menu change.
TechRadar · Jul 28, 2023 Microsoft and Samsung are making your work phone even safer On-device attestation looks to ensure Samsung Galaxy devices are protected from the latest threats.
Windows Central · Jul 28, 2023 Microsoft has begun issuing bans for Xbox Series X|S emulator use The Xbox Series X|S platform can run a range of video game emulators for those with the know-how. However, Microsoft has started issuing suspensions and even outright bans for using them outside of the console's developer mode.
TechRadar · Jul 28, 2023 Microsoft slammed for negligent cybersecurity following Chinese hack US senator requests three separate bodies to launch their own investigations into alleged potential Microsoft failings.