After taking on lower-priced iPad models with its inexpensive Surface Go tablets that launched back in the summer, Windows maker Microsoft today quietly announced an affordable new notebook/tablet convertible device (and other Surface updates). Dubbed Surface Laptop Go, the new device starts at just $549 and is scheduled to launch on Tuesday, October 13.
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The Apple TV app may be launching on the Xbox and PlayStation consoles soon
Apple loves its ecosystem, but sometimes it has to branch out. And to get more people watching Apple TV+ content, that means a broader availability of the Apple TV app. And the Xbox and PlayStation may be the next destinations for the app.
Microsoft’s source code for Windows XP has leaked online
The entire source code for Windows XP, Microsoft's previous most popular desktop operating system, has apparently leaked online recently. As if that wasn't enough, Microsoft's source code for Windows Server 2003 is also included in the leaked torrent files.
The new version of Microsoft Office coming in 2021 won’t require a subscription to use
If you need Microsoft Office, you must currently subscribe to it - not everyone's cup of tea. That could change as soon as next year, however, as the Windows maker has now confirmed that it will offer a new perpetual release of Microsoft Office for Mac and Windows that doesn't require a subscription to use beginning in 2021.
You may soon be able to stream your Xbox games to your iOS devices [Update: remote play is official!]
Earlier this week, Microsoft released a new feature for the beta version of its Xbox app for Android devices. And the headline feature is probably coming to iOS, too.
The new Outlook for Mac app will launch in October with design refresh and more
Microsoft has confirmed that its all-new Outlook for Mac app will launch soon, and with a major redesign along with it.
Check out these 9 new Apple TV features in tvOS 14
Apple yesterday released the tvOS 14 software update that brings new capabilities and feature enhancements to the company’s Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K digital media players. Some of the big ones you’ve already heard about, such as an expanded Picture in Picture feature and multiuser support for Apple Arcade. With the media's attention focused on the headline-grabbing improvements in iOS 14, we thought you might also want to learn about everything new in tvOS 14 so here it goes...
How to change your Skype name in the app or online
Wondering how to change your Skype name? We’ll show you how to do this on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and web browser.
Microsoft is not impressed with Apple’s new guidelines for game streaming services
Earlier today, Apple made some changes to the review process regarding the App Store. While the company made a handful of changes, the one standout focuses on game streaming services. However, at least one company is not thrilled with the new outlook.
Apple updates App Store review guidelines to allow streaming game services
Well, that was pretty quick, all things considered. Apple has updated its App Store review guidelines to now allow for streaming game services. But there's a catch.
How to lock cells in Microsoft Excel on Mac to protect your data
If you have an Excel spreadsheet or workbook that you want to either share with others, you likely have data that you don’t want them to be able to change. Maybe you want to allow them access to only edit certain cells. On the other hand, you may have data that you want to make sure doesn’t get accidentally changed as you work on the sheet yourself.
Unlike Numbers, you can lock cells in Microsoft Excel in a variety of ways. You can lock specific cells, cell ranges, rows, and columns. There are a few sets of steps in the process, but after you do it once, it will come easily for future workbooks. Here, we’ll walk you through how to lock cells in Microsoft Excel on Mac.
Mark Zuckerberg says Apple charges ‘monopoly rents’ in the App Store, stifles innovation and competition
Recently, Facebook launched Facebook Gaming without any games to play in the new app/service on iOS devices. Why? Because Apple doesn't allow for those types of game streaming apps in the App Store.