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Nadella on how Microsoft plans to transform the world

Nadella on how Microsoft plans to transform the world

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

We are not pursuing AI to beat humans at games. We are pursuing AI so that we can empower every person and every institution that people build, said Nadella

Microsoft working on a password-free world: Nadella

Microsoft working on a password-free world: Nadella

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

'It is mind-blowing to see how e-commerce is progressing in this country...am not bothered about their valuations but am more interested in the quality of their ideas, which is pretty good, Satya Nadella said.

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.

Yahoo ups the ante against Microsoft

Yahoo ups the ante against Microsoft

Rediff.com19 Mar 2008

Yahoo on Tuesday attempted to bolster its case for an improved offer from Microsoft, releasing stronger-than-expected financial projections to support its decision that the proposed deal had seriously undervalued it. Microsoft made a cash-and-shares offer that was worth $44.6bn, or $31 a share, when it was announced on February 1. The financial plan was first presented to Yahoo's board in December.

What Microsoft Research is working on

What Microsoft Research is working on

Rediff.com22 Oct 2007

There are going to be developments that are going to make things a lot simpler in everyday life, says Rick Rishad, head, Microsoft Research.

Microsoft launches Nokia X2 for Rs 8,699

Microsoft launches Nokia X2 for Rs 8,699

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

In February this year, Nokia had announced the 'Nokia X' family of affordable smartphones, running Google's Android apps, at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

Microsoft unveils Surface tablet to rival iPad

Microsoft unveils Surface tablet to rival iPad

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

Microsoft has launched its own tablet called Surface.

Microsoft Surface Pro: Is it value for money?

Microsoft Surface Pro: Is it value for money?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

The new Surface Pro an impressive upgrade over its predecessors, says Aparna Banerjea.

Microsoft to move Hotmail users to Outlook.com

Microsoft to move Hotmail users to Outlook.com

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

The new service added 60 million users in six months.

Microsoft revamps Surface tablets to challenge Apple

Microsoft revamps Surface tablets to challenge Apple

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Microsoft Corp unveiled faster, more powerful versions of its Surface tablet computer on Monday in an effort to boost poor sales of its flagship hardware product and mount a stronger challenge to Apple Inc's iPad.

Microsoft launches 'most affordable' Lumia smartphone

Microsoft launches 'most affordable' Lumia smartphone

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

Microsoft Devices on Wednesday announced the launch of "most affordable" Lumia 530 dual SIM smartphone for Rs 7,349 in India.

Microsoft unveils new blogging service

Microsoft unveils new blogging service

Rediff.com2 Aug 2006

Microsoft Corporation has begun rolling out Windows Live Spaces, the next generation of the 'world's most widely' used blogging service, MSN Spaces.

How Microsoft helps women who take career breaks

How Microsoft helps women who take career breaks

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

It is an initiative to help women pursue their career interests after a break and make an easy transition, back into the corporate world.

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.

With cloud, Microsoft has real opportunity in India: Nadella

With cloud, Microsoft has real opportunity in India: Nadella

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

With the emergence of cloud computing, Microsoft has a real opportunity in India.

Microsoft set to lose another top executive

Microsoft set to lose another top executive

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

Its Windows 8 system has shown no growth at all, disappointing investors.

Infosys bags 3-year Microsoft outsourcing deal

Infosys bags 3-year Microsoft outsourcing deal

Rediff.com14 Apr 2010

As part of this three-year managed services agreement, Infosys would streamline implementation processes, simplify support and service, while at the same time lowering the enterprise costs through the use of the latest Microsoft solutions such as Windows 7, the Bangalore-headquartered company said in a statement.

Twist in OpenAI saga, Sam Altman to return as CEO

Twist in OpenAI saga, Sam Altman to return as CEO

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

Altman said he was "looking forward" to returning to his previous role at the AI firm.

Windows 8: Make-or-break moment for Microsoft

Windows 8: Make-or-break moment for Microsoft

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

Emerging markets like India are crucial, given the investment Microsoft has made.

PC not dead, taking rebirth: Microsoft COO

PC not dead, taking rebirth: Microsoft COO

Rediff.com1 May 2013

Microsoft, which is transforming itself from a software company into a devices and services company, would continue to play a key role in the transformation.

RIL's GenNext Ventures, Microsoft set up innovation hubs

RIL's GenNext Ventures, Microsoft set up innovation hubs

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

The 3-year partnership to set up a pan India initiative to catalyse the country's technology startup ecosystem was signed today by R A Mashelkar, Chairman, GenNext Ventures and Board Member, RIL, and Bhaskar Pramanik, Chairman, Microsoft India.

Uttaranchal, first to rollout Microsoft's Project

Uttaranchal, first to rollout Microsoft's Project

Rediff.com8 Aug 2003

Microsoft India has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Uttaranchal government for the rollout of Project Shiksha.

Steve Ballmer sells stake in Microsoft

Steve Ballmer sells stake in Microsoft

Rediff.com8 Nov 2010

Microsoft chief Steve Ballmer has sold shares worth $1.34 billion in the software giant this month, offloading the company's shares for the first time in seven years.

Microsoft plans R&D arm in Bangalore

Microsoft plans R&D arm in Bangalore

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

The Bangalore team will focus on product development and applied research in web search and online ad technologies.

Microsoft, Google among US's most inspiring firms

Microsoft, Google among US's most inspiring firms

Rediff.com27 May 2010

Software giant Microsoft, Internet major Google and Apple have been named among 25 most inspiring companies in the United States in a list compiled by brand-consulting firm Inspiration Blvd.

Can Microsoft regain ground lost to rivals?

Can Microsoft regain ground lost to rivals?

Rediff.com24 May 2010

Microsoft is promising a whole new user experience with its retooled and re-engineered offerings.

Microsoft launches Lumia 640 4G @ Rs 17,399

Microsoft launches Lumia 640 4G @ Rs 17,399

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

The dual sim smartphone is equipped with 13MP rear camera.

Microsoft launches Windows Live Messenger

Microsoft launches Windows Live Messenger

Rediff.com20 Jun 2006

Microsoft Corporation on Tuesday announced the release of Windows Live Messenger, one of the first of more than 20 new Windows Live services that will be launched globally

Internet Explorer users at risk from major bug: Microsoft

Internet Explorer users at risk from major bug: Microsoft

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

According to Microsoft, hackers looking to exploit the flaw could host a 'specially crafted website' containing content that can help them do so.

HCL to market Microsoft's biz solutions

HCL to market Microsoft's biz solutions

Rediff.com17 May 2006

HCL Technologies Ltd said on Wednesday it would act as a re-seller for a business solution 'Dynamics TM,' developed by Microsoft, in the Asia-Pacific region.

Microsoft offers jobs to 400 Yahoo! staff

Microsoft offers jobs to 400 Yahoo! staff

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

200 engineers may join its Bengaluru R&D centre.

Microsoft unmoved by market value result: Ballmer

Microsoft unmoved by market value result: Ballmer

Rediff.com28 May 2010

Ballmer said he is proud of the fact that no company can beat Microsoft in terms of profit and he is not bothered about stock market assessment.

Microsoft unfazed by competition from Google

Microsoft unfazed by competition from Google

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

'Good for us, bad for them'. That's what Microsoft's Chief Information Officer, Tony Scott, has to say to competitors like and Google.

Microsoft Q1 profit, revenue soar

Microsoft Q1 profit, revenue soar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2010

The company has registered a record revenue of $16.20 billion for the first quarter ended September 30, 2010, a 25 per cent increase from the same period last year.

Microsoft CEO Nadella's debut book to come out in 2017

Microsoft CEO Nadella's debut book to come out in 2017

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

"This book is about change," said Nadella.

Microsoft targets Google, Apple with Windows 8

Microsoft targets Google, Apple with Windows 8

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Windows 8 is Microsoft's most powerful attempt to expand the once-ubiquitous operating system's reach.

Microsoft plans management rejig

Microsoft plans management rejig

Rediff.com25 May 2010

Attributing to people familiar with the matter, The Wall Street Journal said the software company could announce major organisational changes at its entertainment and devices division as early as this week.

VSNL, Microsoft in strategic alliance

VSNL, Microsoft in strategic alliance

Rediff.com22 Nov 2005

Videsh Sanchar Nigam Ltd has forged a strategic alliance with Microsoft Corporation India Pvt Ltd for venturing into the web conferencing market.

Free Microsoft software fails to scare rivals

Free Microsoft software fails to scare rivals

Rediff.com17 Dec 2009

Microsoft Security Essentials, however, will be available only for the genuine Windows users. It can be installed on PCs running original Windows XP, Vista and Win 7 operating systems.

Apple overtakes Microsoft as biggest tech company

Apple overtakes Microsoft as biggest tech company

Rediff.com27 May 2010

Terming its competition with rival Apple as a "long game," software giant Microsoft on Thursday said it will continue to focus on developing good products, leaving the stock market to take care of itself.