As August wraps up and we march inexorably towards September, TikTok's running out of time in the United States. But two companies may "save it" before the deadline.
Walmart is teaming up with Microsoft to purchase TikTok
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Microsoft’s Surface Duo dual-screen Android smartphone arriving September 10
The Surface Duo, Microsoft's first dual-screen smartphone powered by Android software, is launching Thursday, September 10, following its official October 2019 unveiling.
Apple has reportedly expressed ‘serious interest’ in buying TikTok
TikTok is supposedly running out of time in the United States, with the President of the United States threatening to ban the popular video app if a particular deadline is not met.
Trump says TikTok will be banned if sale doesn’t happen by September 15
TikTok, one of the most popular social networks out there, is in some hot water in the United States, and it could come down to a ban if things don't go a certain way.
Microsoft is ending support for Cortana on iOS
As companies were jumping on the digital assistant bandwagon, Microsoft launched its own alternative: Cortana. It proved to be plenty helpful, but Google's and Amazon's dominance in this regard (across platforms, and Siri on iOS) forced Microsoft to make some tough decisions.
Microsoft is permanently closing its physical stores worldwide
Microsoft is permanently closing all of its physical stores worldwide after it was forced to close all its retail locations globally back in May due to the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak.
Apple’s upcoming ARM-based Macs won’t support Windows via Boot Camp, but that may change
For those who need (or want!) to use Windows, but prefer Apple hardware, Boot Camp has made it possible to use Microsoft's desktop operating system on Apple's computers for years. But that is coming to an end soon.
Apple’s rumored foldable iPhone may feature two separate displays connected by a hinge
Is Apple going to make a foldable iPhone? It's probably not going to happen soon, but it's certainly possible that, if the market deems it necessary, we could see one some day.
Microsoft updates Remote Desktop Mobile with iPadOS mouse and trackpad support
If you need to control your Windows PC desktop or server with Microsft's Remote Desktop Mobile app for iPhone and iPad, you can now do so with proper mouse and trackpad support.
Microsoft’s new Xbox Family Settings app helps parents keep tabs on their kids’ gaming
Microsoft is launching a new app in preview that is specifically designed to help parents and guardians monitor their children's gaming sessions on the Xbox.
Unreal Engine 5 unveiled with impressive real-time demo, launches in 2021 with iOS and Mac support
Later this year, Sony and Microsoft are going to launch their next-generation (or, by then, current-generation) video game consoles. And today Epic Games showcased its new engine that will help bring games to life on those consoles and more.
Microsoft launches its Family Safety app in preview with location tracking and screen time
Managing screen time is important, especially with the ongoing health crisis keeping so many people indoors for extended periods of time. And Microsoft's answer to that is finally here.