Microsoft will soon remove the ability to create local Windows account during the installation/setup process. The announcement was made when the company release the “Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.6772 (KB5065797).” Via the Windows Blog; Local-only commands removal: We are removing known mechanisms for creating a local account in the Windows Setup experience (OOBE). While these mechanisms were often used to bypass Microsoft account setup, they also inadvertently skip critical setup screens, potentially causing users…
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Microsoft and Asus recently unveiled the new ROG Xbox Ally series: ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X. Design-wise, both handhelds will look identical; the difference between the two will be what’s “under the hood.” The wait is over.The ROG Xbox Ally Series is here.@Xbox pic.twitter.com/pvP9IQalD7 — ROG Global (@ASUS_ROG) June 8, 2025 Let’s first talk about the specs that both the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X share. Both will be…
Microsoft will be shutting down Skype this May 2025. The company said that the service will remain available until May 5, 2025. Starting in May 2025, Skype will no longer be available. Over the coming days you can sign in to Microsoft Teams Free with your Skype account to stay connected with all your chats and contacts. Thank you for being part of Skype pic.twitter.com/EZ2wJLOQ1a — Skype (@Skype) February 28, 2025 Microsoft explained that during…
Microsoft just announced that the company will stop supporting Windows 10 this coming October 2025. The software giant said that “after October 14th 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates, technical assistance amd security fixes for Windows 10.” The company added that PC running Windows 10 “will still work” but they recommend upgrading to Windows 11 is possible. Modern PC supports Windows 11 and uprading to the latest Windows OS is free. But…
Hilary Braun, Senior Product Manager for Windows 365; We’re excited to announce that, starting today, Windows App is generally available for Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and web browsers—and in public preview for Android. This unified app serves as your secure gateway to connect to Windows across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Remote Desktop, Remote Desktop Services, Microsoft Dev Box, and more. With Windows App, you can enjoy a unified experience that makes it simple for…
You can find the specs of the Microsoft Surface Pro 11 here. Price for the Surface Pro 11 2-in-1 and the Surface Laptop 7 starts at SAR 4,699.00. Price may vary depending on your preferred configuration. Shipping is expected to start between 11 – 20 September, 2024. You can preorder here.
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SABIC partners with Microsoft to create the first consumer electronic product made with recycled ocean plastic
SABIC and Microsoft announces the first consumer electronic product – The Microsoft Ocean Plastic Mouse – made with recycled ocean plastic.
Microsoft Windows 11 now official.
Microsoft has updated the Xbox App, for both the iOS and Android.
If you are on the Xbox faction, this is where you can pre-order Microsoft’s next gaming console. Jarir – https://www.jarir.com/sa-en/microsoft-xbox-series-x-s Extra – https://www.extra.com/en-sa/xbox-series-x-/c/8083 Xcite – https://www.xcite.com.sa/gaming/consoles/xbox.html Both the Xbox Series X and Series S are available with the following retail price; Xbox Series X 1 TB – SAR 2,299.00 Xbox Series S 512 GB – SAR 1,349 (at Extra, it mentioned that the storage is 1 TB). The pre-order period starts on September 22nd, 2020…
An interesting experiment by Microsoft, wherein they drop an entire data center (864 servers) to the bottom (117 feet deep) of the Scottish sea, aways from human's physical interaction and away from the daily elements.
Just in time for the Holidays! This is the tweet… Xbox Series X: $499 (ERP)Xbox Series S: $299 (ERP) Release date: November 10 Pre-order starts September 22: https://t.co/Dz5bRsAuwQ | #PowerYourDreams pic.twitter.com/MadZl4OOKJ — Xbox (@Xbox) September 9, 2020