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Turn your Windows 10 PC into a mobile hotspot by sharing your Internet connection with other devices over Wi-Fi. You can share a Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or cellular data connection. If your PC has a cellular data connection and you share it, it will use data from your data plan.

  • Press the windows key +I
  • Select the menu Network & Internet
  • then select Mobile Hotspot from Menu 
  • For Share my Internet connection from, choose the Internet connection you want to share.
  • Select Edit > enter a new network name and password > Save.

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Use your PC as a mobile hotspot in windows 10

Turn on Share my Internet connection with other devices.
To connect on the other device, go to the Wi-Fi settings on that device, find your network name, select it, enter the password, and then connect.

Wi-Fi settings


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Just a few day ago we reported about a possible return One Clip with the release upgrade from Windows 10 Red stone 2, but not as a stand-alone application, as well as the standard operating system functions. Today, the network was discovered site, allowing to take part in the beta test of the new application Cache, which can be a "rebirth" One Clip.


A new cloud clipboard from Microsoft Garage


Recall, One Clip allows you to sync the copied content (images, text, links, etc.) between different devices through the cloud clipboard. The app has flowed into the network in May last year in versions for PC and mobile devices, but the official release did not take place. The day before it was reported that One Clip can become part of the next functional updates for Windows 10, Microsoft Garage and now run the application site Cache, which is in its capabilities are very similar to the Cache.

At the moment, the app is available for the desktop version of Windows 10 and iPhone. The invitation to try it, you can request on the official website of the project.



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Microsoft may be affected by two new lawsuits related to the automatic upgrade to Windows 10. In particular, one of the complaints was filed in the Court of the State of Florida: the three men argue that the corporation has violated the law protecting citizens from misleading advertising and unfair e and deceptive practices. The second lawsuit was filed in the District Court of Haifa in Israel, there plaintiff became "happy" user Windows 10 after you install the update without his consent, has accused Microsoft of violating local "computer law".

Windows 10 :new problems due to upgrades


In both cases, the protection of Microsoft claims that free upgrades are voluntary, and that users had been warned about this procedure. A company spokesman said:
This unfounded accusations, and we are confident that come out winners
It would be fair to say that a few weeks the court has satisfied the claim of the American businesswoman who has suffered financial loss due to the fact that her computer started working properly after the sudden installation of Windows 10. As a result, Microsoft had to pay her compensation of 10 000 dollars.
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Since the official debut of Windows 10 Cortana possibilities have expanded. However, Microsoft does not stop and continues to pump his voice skills assistant, considering it one of the most important features of the new operating system.

Windows 10 Cortana gets new features !


On the eve of its official blog, the company announced that soon a preliminary assessment of program participants (Windows Insider) have access to new functions. For example, for the US version of Cortana will learn to scan incoming mail. This will allow it to automatically generate reminders based on the detected information in the text of the letter - for example, if you are promised a certain time to submit the report to his superior, the Cortana recall if the deadline is coming to an end.



In the United States and England will be available feature that simplifies management of a daily schedule.According to Microsoft, Cortana is already smart enough to understand how you prefer to work and what time of day you are most productive. Thus, if you work best in the morning, then received an invitation to a meeting, which is scheduled for 7 pm, the assistant will tell you that you have a meeting outside of your usual schedule. So you can quickly take action and to reschedule to a more convenient time for you.


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In September 2014, Microsoft has changed the mechanism of a free subscription to Office 365 for students. Under the new mechanism, some students and teachers that meet the requirements can get direct access to the free service.


Office 365 is free for students and teachers


Initially, this initiative was limited to the US, but a few hours ago, the company has extended it to the whole world. To determine if you qualify, you need an email address assigned to your school. If any you have, please follow one of the following links:


  • For students (click on the page "Find out whether you meet the requirements," and enter your e-mail) 
  • For teachers (click on the page "Find out whether you meet the requirements," and enter your e-mail)
If the test is successful, you will get the right to use at no extra charge:

  • The latest version of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Access and Publisher (5 PC or Mac), and the opportunity to use without restrictions mobile versions of Office applications, including Android, iOS and Windows
For more information about this initiative (requirements, conditions, etc.) you should read the answers to frequently asked questions that are at the bottom This page
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Welcome screen (the login screen or Logon Screen) is the part of Windows for decades, developing together with each version of the operating system and, like so much else in Windows, you can personalize it. Usually used for this third-party tools.


In Windows 7, you can set your image as a background logon screen without the help of any third-party programs, but the process is tedious because it requires editing the registry. Thus, the use of third-party tools is the preferred embodiment. Fortunately, since Windows 7 was released a lot of programs that allow you to quickly and easily change the background of the login screen "Seven", so there is plenty to choose from.

By the way, some users who are used to lock the screen in the mobile operating system and Windows 8 / 8.1, often referred to as the logon screen screen lock. In fact, Windows 7 is not the lock screen, but it can be added with the help of some utilities. There is also a category of programs that allow you to modify and customize other elements on the login screen, not just the background.

Here, in no particular order, are listed the four best and free tools to modify the welcome screen in Windows 7.

Windows 7 Logon Background Changer

This is probably one of the most popular tools of this type. Windows 7 Logon Background Changer has a nice interface, and is compatible with all editions of Windows 7, from Starter to Ultimate. In addition, there is support for both architectures - x86 and x64

Like the other tools in this Collection, Windows 7 Logon Background Changer does not change the system files. To download the tool, click the link below.


Logon Screen Rotator

Logon Screen Rotator was my personal favorite when I used Window 7 as the primary OS. In addition to its primary function, this tool is able to alternate the background images. Those. each time you start your computer, you can see the new background image

The program is completely free and is compatible with 32-bit and 64-bit versions of the operating system.Logon Screen Rotator is also compatible with Windows 8, but does not support Windows 8.1.

Tweaks.com Logon Changer

As I recall, Tweaks.com Logon Changer was the first instrument created to change the default background on the login screen Windows 7. Logon Changer lets you see how the image will appear on the login screen before you install it as a background.

Logon Screen

This is another free tool with which you can change the default background image on the login screen of Windows 7 to their own. This tool also offers an option that adds the item "Set as logon background" in the context menu of the file, ie simply right click on the image and select the item in the context menu to set your favorite picture as the background on the Welcome screen. Another tool available opportunity to show your own message on the Welcome screen.


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Last month, Microsoft announced a reduction of free space OneDrive. Members reacted immediately by creating an online petition in the hope that the company change its mind.

30 GB OneDrive forever, but only on request !

The petition has gathered more than 70 000 signatures, so Microsoft had to provide an official response:
We heard we created frustration and dissatisfaction with Windows and OneDrive. We understand that the news affected all users of our products. We are sorry and want to apologize to the community.
Microsoft to revoke unlimited space for users of Office 365, but will retain the existing 15 free gigabytes and 15 gigabytes for the inclusion of automatic photo archiving (so-called bonus for the film). However, this option is only available on request, which can be done by clicking this link.
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Back in July, the software giant has successfully combined the Web versions of their app stores for mobile and desktop devices. Now the company has taken another step towards the final union Store, transfers WinBeta.

Windows Store in Windows 10 is now even more  flexible !


From now on, as in the earlier builds of "dozens", a new store in Windows 10 can display applications designed exclusively for smartphones: Messenger from Facebook, WhatsApp, Uber, PayPal, phone games, etc. These applications can only be found through the search, ie, in a shared directory, they are not displayed.

At first glance it seems pointless, because these applications are not universal and can not be installed on a PC or tablet. However, over time many of them have to be converted to universal. In addition, it is possible that Microsoft plans to add in the PC version of the store the ability to remotely install applications on your smartphone, so that the share point in it is still there.
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While Windows itself copes with the search and identification of available wireless networks, the final selection of the access point remains the same for the user. Now imagine that you have a few of these networks. Which one to choose? 

WiFi Commander - wireless manager for Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile

It is clear that the fastest and most secure. But how to determine the best network? This difficult task will help to solve the application WiFi Commander, designed for monitoring wireless networks.When installed on a laptop, tablet or smartphone, WiFi Commander detects all available access points and provides full information about them. List of network data may include signal strength, the total operating time of the access point, the exact time of detection, encryption type and network type, its status, frequency, channel, MAC-address, and so on. Also WiFi Commander can detect devices that support Wi-Fi Direct.

If you want to display some information, you can deactivate, it is also possible to filter the networks detected by various parameters, such as signal strength or availability. Naturally, the app allows you to quickly connect your device to the selected access point or switch between different networks. Of the additional features include monitoring of the signal level at the visual graph, support for multiple Wi-Fi-adapter, change the design of the working window.
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If you installed the latest build of Windows 10, build 9926, and noticed that some applications are running Windows Store, and others do not, there is one solution that can help you. In particular, some users have found that they have refused to run a beta version of a new store, a news app and a few others. To resolve this issue enough to execute a single command in PowerShell.

To run the fix, follow these steps:


  • Open PowerShell in Administrator mode ("Run as administrator").
    Copy and paste the following command at the PowerShell, and then press Enter:
    Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$ ($ _. InstallLocation) \ AppXManifest.xml"}
  • In the process you will see the yellow line (on an emerald background) and, possibly, red; refer to the latest applications that are currently running.
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    Powershell
  • After completing the process, reboot the system and test the application.
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Microsoft is rolling out in early November the Threshold second update to ordinary Windows 10 users. Most features have survived the test phase; However, not one standout.
Microsoft's most significant update since the launch of the OS has now been given a date for the average Windows user will receive it. The update, known under the name of Threshold 2, will make its introduction at the beginning of November.
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We reported a while ago already on the contents of Threshold 2, which Microsoft then released to testers. The technology giant has now announced more details about the practical side of the update, and what features may eventually will be delayed.

The company already moves code named Threshold two on the side and has the major update to the fairly unimaginative name "Windows 10 Fall Update" baptized. Windows 10 users will get most of the features in November where testers have already started work as the new Skype apps and a smarter Cortana. Special bells and whistles do not come to pass: Microsoft delivers the adjustments as a regular update.

What is no longer in the program is support for browser extensions in Microsoft Edge. The company has confirmed to news site that feature until 2016 will be available. That could well be a hindrance to let people migrate into the new browser. If they can not take their favorite extensions to Edge, which is not so attractive.

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After one month Microsoft has finally released a new build of Windows Mobile Preview 10 as part of the rapid channel updates, but with one caveat. Due to an error, which the developers have discovered at the last moment, 10549 version is not installed over a previous build of Windows 10 Mobile. In other words, if you want to try a new release, then first you will have to roll back to Windows Phone 8.1 with the help of Windows Device Recovery Tool. The company promises that soon the problem will be solved.

Windows 10 Mobile: 10549 New Build Available


Changes and fixes in Build 10549:

  • Cortana is now working in Japan and in English in Australia and Canada;
  • text area in the application "Messages" are now automatically expands as you type;
  • New emoticons;
  • Lumia Camera application on the Lumia 1020 is no longer deleted when you upgrade to Windows 10 Mobile;
  • Fixed integrated camera app (no longer crashes when other applications run it to take a photo);
  • Fixed problem with notification in Action Center;
  • Fixed an issue that caused the disappearance of the touch pad, each time you send a message;
  • Fixed bug when saving screenshots;
  • Fixed a bug that allows you to run applications on the SD card after removing and reinstalling the memory card;
  • zooming with two fingers in the application "Maps" now works correctly;
  • Fixed a bug that caused the appearance of a black screen when you try to install a custom ringtone to a contact;
  • Service was returned to the mode "only vibration";
  • Fixed blocking calls.

As usual, Microsoft has published a list of known issues in this build:


  • After the upgrade, you may lose some of the application (in this case, the company recommends reset);
  • after rebooting your smartphone notification will not be displayed as long as you do not unlock the phone;
  • after you upgrade to this build, you can not make calls via Skype for Business, WhatsApp and other applications (problem is solved by reinstalling the applications).
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Yesterday, Microsoft released a new build of Windows 10 Insider Preview, which contains a very sudden change in the mechanism of activation of the operating system. In particular, the numerous requests of insiders, the company has simplified the process of activation, allowing the use of the product license keys of previous versions of the operating system.
 Manually activate Windows 10 you can use the key on the Windows 7 or 8 8.1
Tech Spider: Manually activate Windows 10 you can use the key on the Windows 7 or 8 8.1
This means that from now on for the successful activation of "tens" users can use the key of Windows 7 or Windows 8 / 8.1.

Before running the release version of Windows 10, the company announced that the new operating system will be available as a free upgrade for all users of Windows 7 and 8 / 8.1 until 29 July 2016. But to take advantage of this offer can only be in the case of legal and activated copy of "Seven" or "eight".

When you upgrade the current operating system to Windows 10 product key, the previous version is automatically associated a Windows 10 computer is assigned a unique ID on the servers of Microsoft, and the system itself is activated when you first connect to the Internet. However, the automatic activation does not always work, and activate Windows 10 users should contact customer support Microsoft.

Fortunately, now can be used to activate the product key from the Windows 7 or 8, 8.1, and this also applies to the copy of Windows 10 installed from scratch, and not through the update.

It is important to note that this method of activation is now only supported in Windows 10 Preview build 10565 and is not available to users of public version of the operating system. They may have to wait for the first major update.
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According to WinBeta and BuildFeed, Microsoft began to write code next major upgrade for Windows 10, which we know under the code name. Development is still in its infancy, so the launch of Redstone users Windows Insider does not quite happen soon, not to mention the issue to the public. 

Microsoft began developing Windows 10 Redstone
Tech Spider:Microsoft began developing Windows 10 Redstone
However, previously reported that this update will be released within a year after the release of Windows 10 (which, remember, was released July 29).

The first assembly of Redstone will be compiled within the number 11xxx will belong to a branch rs1_onecore_mqbase1. As already mentioned, it will be some time before the insiders will be able to touch the first fruits of the work done by Microsoft.

Meanwhile, the next stage in the development of Windows 10, is expected to be updated Threshold 2, to be released this fall and bring features that the company has not had time to implement in the current stable version of the operating system. By the way, in the Threshold 2 can support extensions to debut in Edge and Skype integration directly into the system, but that's not accurate.

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Of all the products that were presented at a recent press conference Microsoft, the greatest interest of the public is an innovative laptop Surface Book with 13.5-inch screen. In fact this is the first notebook in the company's history, but it is much more than just a laptop.

How long does the Surface Book in tablet mode?
Tech Spider: How long does the Surface Book in tablet mode?
Many fans of Microsoft hastened to call him "a murderer MacBook", but the reasons for such determination certainly is. Surface Book has become the most powerful device among 13-inch notebooks / hybrids, which will be launched before the end of this year.

Being ultra-portable, super slim and light, it is equipped with a new processor from Intel Skylake sixth generation (Core i5 or i7), discrete graphics from NVIDIA, up to 16 GB of RAM and SSD-drive capacity of up to 1TB. All this makes him a true champion among ultrabooks.

A particularly interesting solution is a unique hinge design (much like the one that offers Yoga 3 Pro and Lenovo), which connects the display Surface Book with the main body of the device. With this design provides additional flexibility for the positioning of the display, which in turn provides the maximum convenience in use. Moreover, at the touch of a button, you can separate the screen from the keyboard and work in tablet mode. It would seem that the best of both worlds in a single device. But anyway, Surface Book can not replace your plate for one simple reason: the battery life.

The page specification Surface Book on the official Microsoft site says about 12 hours of battery life in video playback, but here it is a question of the use cases, when the device is fully assembled; How about a tablet?

The main battery is located in the Surface Book your keyboard, then the battery in the housing of the display is a subsidiary, and therefore has a lower capacity. The ratio between them is about 3: 1, i.e. using a separate device from the keyboard can be expected for about three hours without recharging.

It does not sound much when compared with the new Surface Pro 4, which promises up to 9 hours, but we must keep in mind the purpose of Surface Book. It is difficult to imagine that some who will buy it to use as a tablet. Of course, many will find a use for it, and as such, but the vast majority of the time users will enjoy the benefits of the main battery by connecting the display with a keyboard.

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From time to time, our computers begin to "laggy", falling productivity and application consumes too much memory or CPU resources, etc. Very often this involved viruses and other stuff that your computer is infected, but that if it is not? What to do if you use the best antivirus software with the most current anti-virus database, including other tools of computer protection, but still continue to deal with the slowness of a PC and stability of the operating system?
How To Restore And Reset Windows 8 To Factory Settings
Tech Spider :How to quickly restore and reinstall Windows 8
Operating systems tend to accumulate a lot of information, which can cause lethargy computer - is cached items, offline files, temporary data, registry keys that are no longer valid, and so on. This is especially true for machines running Windows. For this very reason, Microsoft decided to include in its various OS utilities to keep your computer optimized condition - Disk Defragmenter, Disk Cleanup, and more. So if you're actively using your computer, sooner or later you have to take advantage of such tools is not important, built-in or third-party.

In terms of performance and stability of Windows 8 has moved forward, even when compared with Windows 7, which also has something to boast on this score. However, Windows 8, it's all the same software and, therefore, it is subject to the same troubles that we faced when using earlier versions.Nevertheless, we must recognize that this operating system is perfect for portable devices (specifically for this, first of all, it and developed), so the Redmond giant decided to equip it with simple features, allows you to return your computer / tablet to its original / factory state. In Windows 8, there are two options with which you can easily return your computer (without affecting personal data) to its original state, or completely reinstall Windows 8, depending on what you need.

Both functions are in the menu "Change computer settings" and not in the normal control panel, as you might think. To access them, you need to open the Charms bar, or by moving the mouse cursor to the upper right or lower corners of the screen, or by using the keyboard shortcut Win + C. When the Charms bar, click "Options."

In the "Settings" button, click on the "Changing the computer."
Tech Spider :How to quickly restore and reinstall Windows 8
Tech Spider :Setting 
In the "PC Settings", go to the tab "General". There you will find two options, one is called "Restoring the PC without removing the file" and the other "Delete all data and reinstall Windows».

The "Restore PC without deleting files" will restore the system back to the default values. You do not lose your personal photos, videos, music and personalization options. 

Restore PC
Tech Spider :Restore PC
Also on site will remain and applications that you have downloaded from the store the Windows, but the programs that you installed from disks or the Internet, will be removed. To start the recovery process, first click on "Start" and then "Next" button and proceed in accordance with the instructions on the screen. It should be noted that the function will work if your computer has an active partition to restore Windows 8. Otherwise, you'll need the installation disc of Windows 8.

The second function, "Delete all data and reinstall Windows", more like a complete reinstallation of Windows 8, as will be completely removed all. The function is useful when you sell your computer or laptop, for example.



Restore
Tech Spider:Restore 
Prior to Windows 8, the process of "freshening" of the computer is a real hassle, so most users prefer to avoid it, simply because of the possible complications. With this version of Windows, Microsoft definitely made a step in the right direction.
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From Windows 10 Microsoft wants to please all users. In particular, the company has created a convertible "Start" menu, which is convenient to use on touchscreen devices, and on ordinary desktop PC. However, the test version of Windows 10 with this menu there are some problems, not all, but they are. For example, the menu is not always opens when you press the "Start" button, or opens, but does not display all the contents. Re "Start" menu can help in solving this problem.


Windows 10 Start Menu is Not Working
Tech Spider:How to re-register the "Start" menu in Windows 10

In December, I described the process of re-registration applications from the Windows Store to address a number of problems that may occur during their operation. In Windows 10 through Windows PowerShell, something similar can be done with the "Start" menu, but note that the use of this trick requires you that you are logged in as the administrator, so if your system is part of a domain, it can fail. Here is a simple guide:

1. Right-click on the taskbar and select "Task Manager" from the context menu.

Tech Spider: Task Manager
Tech Spider: Task Manager


2. Next, in the "Task Manager", select the "File -> Run new task."
Tech Spider: File

3. Enter powershell, and do not forget to include the option "Create a task administrator." Click "OK"
Tech Spider: Create Task

4. Copy and paste the following command at the Windows PowerShell, and then press Enter:

Tech Spider:Powershell
Get-appxpackage -all * shellexperience * -packagetype bundle |% {add-appxpackage -register -disabledevelopmentmode ($ _. Installlocation + "\ appxmetadata \ appxbundlemanifest.xml")}
When the command is completed successfully, close the PowerShell, and then restart the computer. The problems that have arisen at you with a "Start" menu, will have to be resolved after the system reboots.
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How To Schedule A Shutdown For Windows OS?
This article describes the stairs to time table a Shutdown command for windows OS. Take a glance.

The first actual mission we learnt become to turn ON and Shutdown home windows when we had been children, and once in a while we felt the need to close down windows after a designated time in case of an emergency or due to some different purpose, however couldn’t find a manner to do so.
In this newsletter we’ve described a step-through-step procedure to time table a shutdown command for home windows OS. This approach has been examined on home windows 10 & windows 7, with a bit of luck it’ll work on different variations too.


It is recommended to read all the steps carefully before implementing them.

Here are steps:

  • Go to your Desktop.
  • Right click -> New -> Shortcut. A new window will open, asking the location for the shortcut.
  • Tech Spider : ShutDown
    Tech Spider:shortcut.
  • Now, you need to recall your primary math concepts.
  • We have,

1 minute = 60 seconds
                                   1 hour = 60 minutes*60 = 3600 seconds

  • After you’ve successfully recalled the conversion of minutes to seconds. Type, shutdown –s –t 60 in the text field below ‘Type the location of this item’.
Tech Spider : ShutDown
Tech Spider : ShutDown 
  • The number 60 written in the above command stands for seconds, so type the number of seconds after which you want to schedule a shutdown. For example, we tested it to shut down after 1 minute (60), and it worked successfully.
  • Click Next, when you’re done typing the command.
  • In the next step, name the file Shutdown.exe. You can name it whatever you like, but don’t forget to add ‘.exe’ at the end of the file name.
    Tech Spider : ShutDown
    Tech Spider : ShutDown 
  • Click Finish and you’re done.
  • Now, just double-click the Shutdown.exe file created on your desktop whenever you need to schedule a shutdown after a minute gap.
This is a one-time process and you don’t need to repeat it once more. Just double-click on ‘Shutdown.Exe’ and depart the rest to your home windows pc.
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in case you feel the want to trade the time restrict, simply delete the existing ‘Shutdown.Exe’ and create a brand new one with a specific time restrict, following the above steps. You could hold the prevailing record also, just select any other call for the following record you create.
And it's miles completely your responsibility if whatever goes incorrect along with your laptop. No offence please.
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Tomorrow's presentation of new smart phones will be the next Microsoft's efforts in building a successful mobile strategy. The new approach comes down to two words: Redefining success, writes Wall Street Journal.Microsoft is making a sharp turn in its strategy for smartphones

Tech Spider:Microsoft is making a sharp turn in its strategy for smartphones

The event, which will take place in New York, Microsoft plans to announce at least two smartphone Lumia, which will be positioned in the highest class.

After many years of work on smart phones for the mass market Microsoft first focus on a particular niche, in particular on the business, where, as the company hopes, its smartphones will have a competitive advantage.

Microsoft's plan is based on the capabilities of the new operating system, Windows 10, who first joined the personal computers and mobile devices in a single system.

For decades, the company has used a franchise Windows, to control the main device users - PC. But since this function itself began to take smart phones, Microsoft was at a disadvantage.

Solution Redmond narrow focus reflects the undeniable facts: Windows Phone sold poorly and does not bring enough income. When Microsoft stepped into the market of mobile phones by means of absorption units Nokia, the US company stated that 2018 would be 15% of the smartphone market. Later, the company abandoned this ambition.

On average, Microsoft lost 12 cents of every smartphone sold during the quarter, which ended on 30 June. A month later, the software group admitted the mistake and announced a reduction of almost 8,000 employees, mainly those who are engaged in the mobile unit.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said the cost-cutting measures and the decision to stop trying to sell more phones to help companies reduce losses. Microsoft will work towards more effective and more targeted range of smartphones, Nadella said in an interview for Wall Street Journal in July.

Skeptics argue that reducing the ambition is not so much a choice as a necessity. Supporters of the company believe that Microsoft has a significant advantage - you can use Windows 10, to stimulate interest in smartphones with Windows.

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Microsoft is developing a system that learns the user's habits, to extend the battery life of laptops and tablets 

The battery is the weakest point of all of today's portable and mobile devices. By themselves, these devices are capable of much, but the current energy management technologies do not allow us to use them without charge for so long and intensively as we would like.
Dell Battery Microsoft is developing a system that learns the user's habits, to extend the battery life of laptops and tablets
Tech spider: Microsoft is developing a system that learns the user's habits, to extend the battery life of laptops and tablets
At Microsoft Research believe they have found a way that would help solve the problem of battery life of laptops and tablets. In particular, the company proposes to use smart technologies that are available today.

Microsoft The idea is to use different types of batteries that are optimized for different tasks. Instead of a single lithium-ion battery, whose registered office is in charge of the hardware, the company is considering the possibility of combining in one unit a variety of battery types, switch between them dynamically using the software. For example, if after working in Word user runs another, much more demanding to the energy problem (for example, video processing), the operating system will detect this and uses a battery that is specifically optimized for this task. This is the idea Microsoft.

Moreover, thanks to machine learning software giant provides an opportunity to improve energy management system in accordance with the habits of the user. As an example, Microsoft leads the man who during the workday normally uses the mobile computer for e-mail and work with documents Word, and returning home by bus or train, browse the Internet and video. On the basis of habits of the computer may optimize the charge to be enough and that, on the other.

It is important to note that the project is still experimental, but in the event of successful implementation of this technology could become part of the commercial products in the coming years.

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