Windows stories
Ahead of the Windows 8.1 launch, Microsoft expands its app offerings, including IE, Bing, Skype, aiming for a seamless device experience.
Pupils at Whataroa School, a small school on the South Island's West Coast, had a taste of the future recently when they trialled a new multi- touch display.
Windows 8.1 Preview disappoints users with minor improvements and persistent interface issues, despite the return of the start button.
Kiwis are ditching Apple for cheaper Android and Windows tablets, with a staggering 147% market growth in Q1 2013.
Samsung stretches its lead in the global smartphone market, where sales surged by 46.5%, hitting 225 million units in Q2 2013.
Microsoft takes aim at long-time rival Google, questioning the company's decision to once again block the YouTube app for Windows Phone.
Kiwis will be first in line when Microsoft begins rolling out Windows 8.1 worldwide, as a free update for consumers on Windows 8 through the Windows Store.
Over 554,000 pizza slices are consumed each year by Microsoft staff on campus, yet no mention of slow Surface sales...
Apple's iOS market share dropped in Q2 2013 despite strong shipments, while Android and Windows Phone saw growth. Apple hopes to rebound with new launches.
Global tablet shipments dip 9.7% awaiting Apple's new iPad, yet year-on-year figures surge by 59.6%, says IDC.
Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer, admits error in judgement regarding Surface RT tablet, following $900m loss. Is he on his last legs?.
Speaking at the company's WPC, Microsoft's Tami Reller confirms Windows 8.1 will be available for manufacturers in late August.
Following a surprise departure from Microsoft last November, Windows and Windows live president signs off on a Us$14m mega Microsoft retirement package.
Global app downloads set to double to 160 billion by 2017, fuelled by smartphone adoption in developing markets and free-download apps.
Kim Dotcom releases official Android app - now available free of charge from the Google Play Store - with iOS and Windows to follow.
Windows 8.1 to bring back Start button to desktop, according to Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer at Build conference. #Windows8.1 #StartButton.
Digital design shifts focus from tech advances to human touch, driven by our fingertips' size as mobile usage soars. Technology adapts to us now.
Microsoft's Windows 8.1 aims to rectify its predecessor's missteps, offering features set to woo back detractors.
In a change of tact, Microsoft is willing to cough up financial rewards for anybody capable of finding security flaws in Windows 8.1.
As Microsoft ends support for Windows XP, HP sees a golden opportunity. At the HP Discover Conference, HP predicted a revenue boost fuelled by this change.
