[ad_1] So you don’t bother people who can’t join a call too much, Skype also plans to make ringing optional. It will instead send a notification to group call participants, though you can still ask Skype to ring people if they don’t respond. These features are available as of today for beta testers, and they’ll […]
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Xbox Live expands to mobile in Microsoft’s big streaming push
[ad_1] “Game Stack,” as it’s known, leverages Microsoft’s game development platforms to help the industry provide for the streaming generation. Things like the Azure cloud network to keep latency low, Mixer for capturing your best plays, the ubiquitous Havok 3D physics engine, and PlayFab (an Azure-based service that handles the multiplayer backend). More will be […]
US conducts criminal investigation into Facebook’s data deals
[ad_1] Facebook acknowledged the investigation to the Times, stating that it was “cooperating with investigators” and was taking probes “seriously.” The deals typically revolved around making it easier to fill out contacts, share content and otherwise integrate Facebook with devices and websites. There’s a concern that these deals weren’t always transparent to everyday users, though. […]
Microsoft’s Wireless Display app streams PC games to your Xbox
[ad_1] In order to use the Wireless Display app, you’ll need to install the program on your PC and Xbox. Once installed, you’ll have the option to cast your computer, be it a game or anything else on your desktop, to your Xbox One. There are a number of different latency settings, including one specifically […]
Microsoft reminds everyone about Project xCloud with a live demo
[ad_1] As the host played Forza Horizon 4 streaming from one of Microsoft’s datacenters to a phone it certainly looked similar to the usual console experience. With a standard controller connected to the phone via Bluetooth, it still played as intended, but we’ll need some time on the sticks to see how latency and picture […]
Xbox One ‘Phantom’ controller lineup adds an option in White
[ad_1] If you need a new controller for your Xbox One, Microsoft has just introduced the second model in its “Phantom” series, this time as a white special edition release. It’s slated to go on sale for $70 April 2nd, following the black Phantom controller released late last year. Both of them feature a two-tone […]
Windows 7’s first DirectX 12 game is ‘World of Warcraft’
[ad_1] Microsoft has tried to remain firm on the end of Windows 7’s lifecycle, which is scheduled to end in January 2020. Windows 7, first released in winter of 2009, is still a popular desktop OS for many PCs despite no longer being sold on new computers. According to Net Applications, Windows 7 still holds […]
The Master Chief Collection’ heads to PC with ‘Reach’ included
[ad_1] The staggered release is meant to ensure that each title is “right” without forcing players to wait until the whole collection is ready, 343’s Brian Jarrard said. Don’t worry, Xbox One owners, you aren’t left out. Reach is coming to the console, albeit in a split offering. Anyone who owns MCC will get the […]
Microsoft's AI app for the blind helps you explore photos with touch
[ad_1] Microsoft's computer vision app for the blind and poor-sighted, Seeing AI, just became more useful for those moments when you're less interested in navigating the world than learning about what's on your phone. The company has updated the iOS app wi… [ad_2] Source link
Microsoft’s phone-screen mirroring beta hits Windows 10 this week
[ad_1] There are a few stipulations. You’ll need a Windows 10 PC running Windows build 1803 or later and an Android phone running Android version 7.0 or newer. Microsoft specifically says to make sure you’ve updated to the latest Insider build, and your PC will need to support Bluetooth’s low energy peripheral mode. Right now, […]