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These are Microsoft's three ambitious visions for mobile
By Jason Ward last updated
Microsoft failed with smartphones but is still pursuing mobile in three distinct areas.
Smartglasses as smartphones – why your social and privacy concerns may not matter
By Jason Ward last updated
The next generation of adults, unconcerned about social and privacy issues, may readily accept smartglasses as smartphone replacements.
Ambient computing puts us at greater risk from hackers
By Jason Ward last updated
Ambient computing has its benefits, but as the world becomes more connected we also become more vulnerable to attacks from hackers.
Microsoft promotes city-wide inclusion as 2018 Special Olympics sponsor
By Jason Ward last updated
Microsoft's inclusion efforts have spanned hiring practices and inclusive product design. As the presenting sponsor for the 2018 Special Olympics it hopes to transform Seattle to a city of inclusion.
How (and why) a visit to a Microsoft Store left one enthusiast feeling dejected
By Jason Ward last updated
I was a diehard Microsoft enthusiast long before I joined Windows Central. That's why I wish a recent visit to a Microsoft Store could have gone better for me.
Microsoft's quiet mission is to make technology accessible to everyone
By Jason Ward last updated
Today, Thursday, May 16th, 2019, is Global Accessibility Awareness Day; and Microsoft is committed to ensuring that its technology, from conception to production is built for everyone – including the approximate 650 million people living with disabilities.
Microsoft caught in crosshairs of gender discrimination claims amidst #MeToo movement
By Jason Ward last updated
In the wake of Microsoft's far-reaching inclusion efforts in hiring practices, product design, and company culture it is morbidly ironic that the company finds itself in the crosshairs of a potential class-action lawsuit for discrimination against women.
How Microsoft is helping blind children learn to code and gamifying disease treatment
By Jason Ward last updated
With Projects Fizzyo and Torino Microsoft is helping children with Cystic Fibrosis engage in treatment and teaching blind children to code.
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