News for 'Microsoft Devices'

Nadella in India for first holiday as Microsoft boss

Nadella in India for first holiday as Microsoft boss

Rediff.com25 Dec 2014

For Microsoft so far, Nadella has proved a Santa

Microsoft launches Lumia 435, Lumia 532

Microsoft launches Lumia 435, Lumia 532

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

These will be priced at Rs 5,999 and Rs 6,499 respectively

Microsoft overhauls Windows 8 to attract users, app developers

Microsoft overhauls Windows 8 to attract users, app developers

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Updated Windows is aimed chiefly at soothing traditional computer users.

Here's the cheapest 4G smartphone from Microsoft

Here's the cheapest 4G smartphone from Microsoft

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

10 things you must know about Microsoft Nokia Lumia 638 before you pay Rs 8,300 for it!

Ittiam, MS to work on media devices

Ittiam, MS to work on media devices

Rediff.com27 Aug 2005

Nokia unit may make phones for Microsoft

Nokia unit may make phones for Microsoft

Rediff.com5 Dec 2013

Unions will 'fight to death' if company 'decides' to shut Chennai factory.

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer to retire within 12 months

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer to retire within 12 months

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

Microsoft Corp said on Friday that Chief Executive Officer Steve Ballmer would retire within the next 12 months, once it has selected a successor, sending its shares up almost 9 per cent.

Microsoft banks on AI to power its India dreams

Microsoft banks on AI to power its India dreams

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

The solutions developed by the company cover a broad spectrum, including helping recruiter's gauge the behavioural profiles of candidates during virtual job interviews and assisting in real-time translation in vernacular languages, among others.

Why Microsoft buying LinkedIn raises many red flags

Why Microsoft buying LinkedIn raises many red flags

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

Buying LinkedIn means Microsoft will control the best-known network.

Microsoft Lumia 535 will be a hit among selfie lovers

Microsoft Lumia 535 will be a hit among selfie lovers

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

The much-awaited Lumia 535 has hit the stores in India.

Microsoft to acquire Nokia handset business for $7.2 bn

Microsoft to acquire Nokia handset business for $7.2 bn

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

Finland's Nokia, once the undisputed leader in mobile phones, has been struggling to respond to the challenge from smartphone makers such as Apple and Samsung.

A look at Microsoft's new tablet PC

A look at Microsoft's new tablet PC

Rediff.com24 Sep 2009

Microsoft is developing a tablet personal computer Courier, a move that could put the software major in competition with the planned tablet from Apple.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Microsoft forays into video gaming

Microsoft forays into video gaming

Rediff.com23 May 2006

Microsoft announced on Tuesday its entry into next generation video gaming and entertainment system by showcasing Xbox 360, to be launched later this year and will set up a retail network for its distribution across seven cities.

Microsoft develops technology for speech, hearing impaired

Microsoft develops technology for speech, hearing impaired

Rediff.com17 May 2012

Microsoft India employees have developed a technology that would help the hearing and speech impaired to communicate with others.

Nokia says Microsoft deal to be delayed by a month

Nokia says Microsoft deal to be delayed by a month

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

The two companies have received most of the required regulatory approvals, including clearances from the European Commission and the US Department of Justice.

What's so special about Microsoft's selfie smartphone?

What's so special about Microsoft's selfie smartphone?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

There's more to Nokia Lumia 730 than just a 5 MP front-facing selfie camera. Himanshu Juneja takes you through the good and not-so-good features of Microsoft's selfie smartphone.

Nokia's Microsoft deal likely to hurt Symbian

Nokia's Microsoft deal likely to hurt Symbian

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Gartner expects manufacturers like Samsung to launch a whole range of budget devices that will drive Android into mass market segments.

Nadella rejigs Microsoft's top management

Nadella rejigs Microsoft's top management

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

A month after taking over as Microsoft chief, Satya Nadella on Tuesday announced a major top-level reshuffle, which saw the heads of marketing and business development resigning.

Microsoft again eyes Chinese market, but piracy still a hurdle

Microsoft again eyes Chinese market, but piracy still a hurdle

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

China has been a piracy trap for Microsoft: Many use its products, but few pay.

Post Microsoft deal, Nokia's Chennai staff may lose jobs

Post Microsoft deal, Nokia's Chennai staff may lose jobs

Rediff.com29 Apr 2014

Last week, Nokia offered financial help to employees who wished to explore opportunities elsewhere

Finally, Microsoft gets it right!

Finally, Microsoft gets it right!

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

10 features of Microsoft's Windows 8.1 OS that will cheer users of the latest OS.

A fresh start: Microsoft's Windows 10 gets positive reviews

A fresh start: Microsoft's Windows 10 gets positive reviews

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

Windows 10, which comes almost three years after the launch of the company's last operating system, will be available in 190 countries.

Nokia to transfer global assets to Microsoft by April 25

Nokia to transfer global assets to Microsoft by April 25

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

Nokia-Microsoft transfer deal transaction is now subject only to certain customary closing conditions.

Check Blood Glucose Levels Minus Prick

Check Blood Glucose Levels Minus Prick

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

One needs to charge the device every four days, which can provide over 65,000 blood readings and counts.

Microsoft to hold Windows 9 event in San Francisco

Microsoft to hold Windows 9 event in San Francisco

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

Software giant Microsoft is expected to provide a technical preview of its new Windows 9 operating system at an event in San Francisco later this month.

Nokia jumps over 40% as Microsoft deal eases earnings woes

Nokia jumps over 40% as Microsoft deal eases earnings woes

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

Nokia announced that it is selling the division for 3.8 billion euros and a 10-year license to its wireless patent portfolio for 1.65 billion euros, or the combined equivalent of 1.4 euros per share in cash, according to Deutsche Bank.

Flipkart ropes in tech execs from Amazon, Google, Microsoft

Flipkart ropes in tech execs from Amazon, Google, Microsoft

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

It has also filled a key gap in its payment systems team by hiring Ravi Byakod, a senior Google engineer.

Post Microsoft deal, Nokia's Chennai unit to get new role

Post Microsoft deal, Nokia's Chennai unit to get new role

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

On March 14, the Supreme Court had ordered Nokia India to give Rs 3,500 crore (Rs 35 billion) as guarantee before it transfers the plant to Microsoft.

Zynga, seeking salvation, names Microsoft Xbox head as CEO

Zynga, seeking salvation, names Microsoft Xbox head as CEO

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

He replaces Mark Pincus, the founder of the company.

10 things you must know about Microsoft Lumia 535

10 things you must know about Microsoft Lumia 535

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

The phone has some interesting features, and should be able to attract Windows-based phone users' attention who are on a budget, says Himanshu Juneja.

Beware of new mobile malware attacks on Android devices!

Beware of new mobile malware attacks on Android devices!

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

536 new malware families and a further 616 new variants affecting the Android platform were detected.

Hundreds of Chinese Nokia workers protest Microsoft deal

Hundreds of Chinese Nokia workers protest Microsoft deal

Rediff.com21 Nov 2013

Lack of trust in employers has often led Chinese workers to balk at takeovers they fear will worsen employment conditions.

Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo set to play up the game

Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo set to play up the game

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo bring new consoles and games, the PC and console market in India, estimated to be $20 million.

Billion-dollar shake-up: Global tech firms shed over $600 bn m-cap in Q3

Billion-dollar shake-up: Global tech firms shed over $600 bn m-cap in Q3

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

The top 25 global technology (tech) firms, including Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Tencent, Samsung, Oracle, and Accenture, collectively lost over $600 billion in market capitalisation (m-cap) during the July-September quarter (third quarter, or Q3) of calendar year 2023 (CY23), reveals a recent report by GlobalData, a London-based analytics and consulting company.

Deaf-mute people can now 'talk' with this innovative device

Deaf-mute people can now 'talk' with this innovative device

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Mudra glove can be worn like any other riding glove.

Microsoft bets big on education; launches tab for college goers

Microsoft bets big on education; launches tab for college goers

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

The companies will jointly launch the Windows 8.1 powered 10.1 inch Hewlett-Packard Omni10 tablet with embedded content from Pearson and Microsoft Office in the higher education space.

Nokia to bring 4G, 3G mobile phones at lower prices

Nokia to bring 4G, 3G mobile phones at lower prices

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Company has plans to launch its latest 4G enabled phone Lumia 830 priced at around Rs 26,000 before taxes by Oct.