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Remembering Windows Phone and Nokia Lumia – the good and the bad

A 2021 look back at Microsoft's once promising Android and iOS competitor – Windows Phone...

Jul 28, 2021, 4:40 AM, by Radoslav Minkov, 17 comments

Leaked photos of Microsoft Surface Duo 2 reveal triple-camera setup

Leaked photos of the Microsoft Surface Duo 2 have emerged online. The images showcase a new triple-camera setup and more.

Jul 26, 2021, 8:25 AM, by Joshua Swingle, 15 comments

Microsoft gives a Windows 365 price sneak peek

Microsoft recently announced the release date for it's Cloud Computer OS called Windows 365. Now it's inadvertently shared the price for one of the possible configurations.

Jul 16, 2021, 7:30 AM, by Aleksandar Anastasov, 1 comment

You will soon be able to use your phone as a walkie-talkie with Microsoft Teams

A feature in development by Microsoft will make your phone or tablet into a Walkie-Talkie via the MS Teams app.

Jul 13, 2021, 3:23 AM, by Iskra Petrova, 0 comments

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Expired Microsoft's revolutionary Surface Duo starts at a little over $400 in crazy new deal

Available back in the day for a sky-high $1,400 and up, the dual-screen Microsoft Surface Duo is on sale today only at a measly 410 bucks in brand-new condition.

Jul 06, 2021, 3:22 AM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 1 comment

The Windows 11 phone is a thing... but probably not what you expected

Not the Windows phone we wanted, but probably the only Windows phone we'll get... at least for now.

Jul 01, 2021, 5:54 AM, by Martin Filipov, 2 comments

AT&T to move its 5G mobile network to Microsoft's Azure cloud

Microsoft and AT&T announced they inked a deal to provide the carrier with increased productivity and cost-efficiency of its 5G network services.

Jun 30, 2021, 7:11 PM, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

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Microsoft Band 2 Review

7.5

Nov 02, 2015, 6:26 AM, by John V.

The original Microsoft Band proved itself in being a Swiss Army Knife of sorts for the fitness band segment – attached with an equally comprehensive fitness ecosystem as well. Back for round two, the Microsoft Band 2 aims to squash any of the major complaints about the original model, seeing that it sports a sleeker package and a new display...

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Microsoft Band Review

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Jan 27, 2015, 3:47 AM, by John V.

Jumping on the whole fitness craze, the Microsoft Band blends all of the features we’d want to find in a fitness tracker, but it’s also packing along some smartwatch functionality as well. At the end of the day, though, it’ll be interesting how this latest consumer-end product fairs in staying head-above-water in the lucrative fitness market.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs Galaxy Buds 1: Differences we expect so far

Jul 26, 2021, 8:32 AM, by Radoslav Minkov

Should you wait for the upcoming Galaxy Buds 2 or just pick up the ones that are already out? We compare the two to find out.

Samsung Galaxy A12 Review: Cheap can be fun

Jul 23, 2021, 10:00 AM, by Viktor Yankov

Now, I know we mostly show more expensive devices here, but this time, we got our hands on one of the cheapest if not the cheapest new options from Samsung, the Galaxy A12.

OnePlus Nord 2 vs Nord 1

Jul 23, 2021, 10:00 AM, by Victor Hristov

The OnePlus Nord 2 has big shoes to fill: the original OnePlus Nord was among the best in the $400 price segment, and the Nord 2 brings improvements with a new processor, improved camera and a nearly 10% larger battery...

OnePlus Nord 2 vs Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

Jul 22, 2021, 11:50 AM, by Victor Hristov

The OnePlus Nord 2 vs Galaxy A52 5G: these two mid-range phones are your best choices in this price class, but what are the differences and which one has better cameras and battery life?...

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OnePlus Nord 2 Review: do you even need a flagship?

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Jul 22, 2021, 9:46 AM, by Victor Hristov

The Nord 2 is OnePlus' best mid-range phone that ups the ante with a new processor that is much faster than the average for this price class, it brings big improvements to the camera system, and even a larger battery...

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OnePlus Nord N200 5G Review: Budget excellence with one compromise

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Jul 19, 2021, 9:45 AM, by Eugene Jeong

OnePlus’s Nord series has brought the brand’s blend of value and trendsetting features to more accessible price points. Continuing this trend, the new Nord N200 5G arrives at just $240, with a sleek design, superb display, and excellent battery life...

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Galaxy S21 Ultra: what we know so far

Jul 13, 2021, 9:05 AM, by Victor Hristov

The iPhone 13 Pro Max shapes up to be a handsome upgrade, but can it take on the Android powerhouse that is the Galaxy S21 Ultra and its zoom camera? We dive deep in the differences between the two...

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs iPhone 12 Pro Max: what we know so far

Jul 13, 2021, 7:50 AM, by Victor Hristov

The iPhone 13 Pro Max brings a bigger battery, faster performance and a 120Hz ProMotion display, but is it worth upgrading from the iPhone 12 Pro Max?...

iPhone 13 vs iPhone 12: biggest differences expected so far

Jul 13, 2021, 7:42 AM, by Victor Hristov

What new features does the iPhone 13 offer vs iPhone 12? And what are the differences between the two?...

Google Pixel 6 vs Apple iPhone 13: What to expect

Jul 13, 2021, 2:54 AM, by Victor Hristov

The Google Pixel 6 might be a legitimate threat to the iPhone 13, but what are the key differences?...

This is how downloading Android apps on Windows 11 will work

It would seem that aside from downloading apps from the Microsoft Store, we'll be able to sideload Android apps on Windows 11 too.

Jun 29, 2021, 7:49 AM, by Radoslav Minkov, 1 comment

Microsoft launches Xbox Cloud Gaming service on iOS devices

Starting today, Xbox Cloud Gaming is available on PC and iOS, via browser, across 22 countries.

Jun 28, 2021, 10:52 PM, by Cosmin Vasile, 1 comment

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Microsoft and Amazon join forces to bring Android apps to your PC with Windows 11

Microsoft's newly unveiled Windows 11 OS will bring native Android app support to (select) laptops and desktops with Amazon's help "later this year."

Jun 24, 2021, 2:52 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 12 comments

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Believe it or not, Microsoft's Surface Duo is cheaper than ever before (brand new)

Originally priced at an excessive $1,400 and up, Microsoft's dual-screen Surface Duo is now on sale for as little as $500... in brand-new condition.

Jun 23, 2021, 8:54 AM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 1 comment

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Microsoft OneDrive users are getting new photo editing features on Android

Microsoft announced a host of new features are coming to OneDrive for Web and OneDrive for Android, which involves photo editing and gallery management.

Jun 22, 2021, 9:05 PM, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

Microsoft adds games stories to its Xbox mobile app

Below the cards of different game titles inside the Xbox app, you’ll find “official posts from games.” Following one of those will give you the usual short burst of info, with the options to like, share and comment.

Jun 17, 2021, 7:46 AM, by Mariyan Slavov, 0 comments

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 allegedly arriving later this year with a flagship chip and external camera

The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 will presumably be powered by the Snapdragon 888 and will likely retain the same design with a few changes.

Jun 09, 2021, 6:14 PM, by Anam Hamid, 3 comments

Microsoft Office for Android updated with option to capture voice recordings

The Android version of Office Mobile is now gaining yet another new feature: the ability to capture voice recordings.

Jun 09, 2021, 3:03 PM, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

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Expired The best Microsoft Surface Duo deal yet brings the dual-screen device down to $550 (brand new)

Just when you may have thought Microsoft's dual-screen Surface Duo couldn't possibly get any cheaper, Woot is running a better-than-ever sale starting at $550 for brand-new units.

Jun 08, 2021, 1:49 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

Microsoft patent envisions a Surface smartphone with an under-display camera

Microsoft has patented a unique under-display 'Logo Camera' for smartphones, tablets, and desktops.

Jun 07, 2021, 12:40 PM, by Anam Hamid, 0 comments

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Expired Foldable phone under $1000: Best Buy and Surface Duo!

Get a Surface Duo for up to $450 off from Best Buy!

May 28, 2021, 8:04 AM, by Best Buy, 5 comments

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Microsoft’s Surface Pro 7 is $260 off for Memorial Day at Best Buy

The offer includes a type cover keyboard.

May 28, 2021, 4:35 AM, by Iskren Gaidarov, 1 comment

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Expired These new Microsoft Surface Pro 5 and Surface Headphones deals are way too good to be ignored

Even if you're not necessarily in the market for a Windows 10 tablet or a pair of over-ear headphones, you should strongly consider (impulse) buying the Surface Pro 5 and Surface Headphones at these prices.

May 26, 2021, 12:18 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

Update to Xbox Game Pass turns Surface Duo into red hot gaming device

An update to the Xbox Game Pass app in the Google Play Store turns the Surface Duo dual-screened phone into a cool gaming device with one of the screens dedicated for game controls.

May 24, 2021, 8:42 PM, by Alan Friedman, 3 comments

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Bargain hunters are getting yet another chance to buy Microsoft's Surface Duo at a huge discount

Microsoft's revolutionary dual-screen Surface Duo phone with Android is once again on sale at absolutely massive discounts in both 128 and 256GB storage variants, this time on Amazon.

May 21, 2021, 4:02 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

Microsoft's all-in-one Office app for Android gets the dark mode treatment (yes, in 2021)

Launched in early 2020, the unified Microsoft Office app for Android devices is only now adding a Dark Mode option set to expand around the world in the next few weeks.

May 21, 2021, 2:24 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 1 comment

Apple court filing accuses Epic of being a stalking horse for Microsoft

Apple's filing with the court suggests that Epic Games is acting like a stalking horse for Microsoft in this bench trial which accuses Apple's App Store of being anticompetitive.

May 21, 2021, 12:43 AM, by Alan Friedman, 3 comments

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Expired Crazy new deal knocks the Microsoft Surface Duo down to a 'normal' mid-range phone price

Microsoft's groundbreaking Surface Duo, once available for $1,400 and up, can be currently purchased starting at just 600 bucks in brand-new, unused, unopened, and undamaged condition.

May 15, 2021, 10:02 AM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

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Expired Microsoft's Surface Pro 5 tablet is on sale for a little over $400 (keyboard included)

Powered by an aging but still very powerful Intel Core i5 processor, this variant of Microsoft's 2017-released Surface Pro 5 is an excellent budget-friendly iPad Pro (2021) alternative at only $440.

May 13, 2021, 12:20 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 1 comment

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Expired This is by far the best unlocked Microsoft Surface Duo deal we've ever seen

Originally priced at $1,400 and up, Microsoft's dual-screen Surface Duo phone is currently on sale for as little as $699 unlocked with a nice pair of self-cleaning LG true wireless earbuds also included.

May 11, 2021, 3:14 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 3 comments

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Best Black Friday 2021 deals from Best Buy: our expectations

Get the latest and greatest savings on phones, tablets, smartwatches and more! Here are all of the best Black Friday 2021 deals from Best Buy that you can expect.

May 03, 2021, 9:44 PM, by Iskra Petrova, 3 comments

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Expired Microsoft's first noise-cancelling headphones are getting ridiculously cheap

Originally priced at an arguably excessive $349.99, the first-gen Microsoft Surface Headphones are on sale right now for a little over 80 bucks, yes, 80 bucks brand-new.

Apr 26, 2021, 2:26 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

Microsoft brings Xbox Cloud Gaming to iPhones and iPads

After testing its cloud game streaming service for several months, Microsoft announced that it will bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to iPhones and iPads this week.

Apr 20, 2021, 12:05 AM, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

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