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Microsoft Releases Preview of Office Apps for Android Tablets

Microsoft released a preview of Office apps for Android tablets today, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Samsung Claims Microsoft Voided Android Deal with Nokia Buy

Samsung has filed its response Microsoft's breach-of-contract legal claims.

Microsoft Unveils New Office 365 Management and Security Controls

Microsoft today announced some forthcoming Office 365 management and security improvements, including data loss protection (DLP) and mobile device management (MDM) controls.

Samsung Case Shows Microsoft Reaping Billions from Android Use

Microsoft had been collecting more than $1 billion a year from Samsung via an Android cross-licensing contract, a court record disclosed on Friday.

What's the Future for Surface Tablets?

Will Nadella's Microsoft look to stop its Surface push? Or will the company give it some more time to grow?

Windows Phone Market Share Drops to 2.5 Percent

While the overall smartphone market continues to grow on the back of Google and Apple's mobile platforms, others, including Windows Phone, are underperforming.

Microsoft Sues Samsung Over Android Agreement

Microsoft alleges that Korean device maker Samsung has backed away from an earlier Android agreement.

Nadella's Microsoft: Productivity and Platforms

Nearly six months after taking over as the third CEO in Microsoft history, Satya Nadella has started putting his own stamp on the company.

Windows Phone 8.1 Update Coming Soon

Microsoft announced yesterday that an upcoming update to Windows Phone 8.1 will be aimed at expanding Cortana's availability to more countries and introduce Start screen folders.

Microsoft Kills Nokia Android Smartphone Production

Stephen Elop provided his take on the recently announced 18,000 planned cuts to Microsoft's workforce, saying the cuts are a move to realign Nokia's goals to focus on Windows Phone.

Microsoft Is No Longer Windows First

Redmond is now strongly focused on making sure all your devices play nicely with one another, no matter where you are or what OS you're running.

Microsoft's Mobile Focus Includes Strong Support for Competing Platforms

Microsoft wants to be your mobile device management provider in the evolving BYOD era, even if that means emphasizing iOS and Android over Windows.

First Look: Microsoft Surface Pro 3

Microsoft says its newest high-end tablet is designed to replace your laptop -- even if it's a MacBook Pro. Does it live up to the hype?

Microsoft Issues Test Version of Outlook Web App for Android

Microsoft has published a "prerelease" version of its Outlook Web App for Android at the Google Play store.

Microsoft Builds on Mobile-First, Cloud-First

Microsoft's is looking to spark renewed enterprise focus for the company with Azure and increasing BYOD options.

Windows Phone Market Share Expected To Rise Through 2018

Although not projected to overtake Android or Apple in the mobile market, Microsoft's smartphone devices will continue to see steady growth.

Microsoft Acquires Mobile Firm Capptain

Microsoft today announced it's acquiring Capptain -- a Paris-based cloud startup -- for an undisclosed amount

Microsoft Exec Outlines New Mobile Device Management Improvements

Microsoft's themes coming out of the TechEd keynote this year included mobile device management and security controls.

Microsoft Releases Lync App for Android Tablets

Microsoft released a Lync app that supports Android tablets this week.

Windows Intune Getting Data Security Protections for Android and Apple Devices

Microsoft announced that new mobile device management improvements will be coming to its Windows Intune management solution, arriving sometime in the fourth quarter.

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