Neowin News Feed for: Devices

Microsoft reveals changes to its financial reporting for 2025 fiscal year

John Callaham — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:06:01 +0000

Microsoft quietly announced some changes to how it will report its financial numbers for the upcoming 2025 fiscal year. It will merge Windows and Devices into one financial category. Read more...

Worldwide IT spending to grow 8% next year, says analyst firm

Paul Hill — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:48:02 +0000

Worldwide IT spending is set to grow by 8% next year according to the analyst firm Gartner. Cloud spending is set to be a big driver and spending on devices is predicted to increase too. Read more...

Microsoft Weekly: New Surface devices, April Patch Tuesday, and game updates

Florin Bodnarescu — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 11:40:01 +0000

A new acquisition, new content for games, and even new Surface devices were all unveiled this week. If you haven't had time to catch up, make sure to do so via our handy weekly recap. Read more...

2021 will see 6.2% growth in IT spending says Gartner

Paul Hill — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 17:14:01 +0000

Gartner has released its latest predictions surrounding IT spending in 2021 and 2022. Last year saw negative growth in IT spend due to businesses cutting back but growth looks strong this year. Read more...

Microsoft Store app gets dedicated tab for buying Windows devices

Jay Bonggolto — Sat, 24 Mar 2018 10:40:01 +0000

The Microsoft Store app for Windows 10 now has a dedicated section called "Devices", which allows consumers to find and purchase Windows hardware and accessories via a separate tab. Read more...

GhostBuster 1.0.8.0

Razvan Serea — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 23:20:02 +0000

This application enumerates all devices, detects ghosted devices and removes these if they match selectable devices types and/or devices classes with a single mouse-click. Read more...

Windows Store device limit per Microsoft account raised to 2,000

Usama Jawad — Mon, 11 Sep 2017 00:12:01 +0000

Microsoft has quietly bumped the Windows Store device limit under the same Microsoft account to 2,000. Previously, Store apps could be installed on up to ten devices under one Microsoft account. Read more...

Laser research paves way for computers 100,000 times faster than today, and quantum processors

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 14 Mar 2017 11:14:01 +0000

Researchers have managed to reliably move electrons around a semiconductor by using femtosecond laser pulses, opening the way to ultrafast computers, and in the future, quantum devices. Read more...

LineageOS announces a bunch of newly supported devices for its preview builds

Usama Jawad — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 08:14:01 +0000

Lineage OS is now supported on more handsets including the Samsung Galaxy S III and OnePlus One. The company looks well on its way to accomplish its goal of 80 supported devices. Read more...

Gartner forecasts Windows will lose its position to Apple in device shipments this year

Gabriel Nunes — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 02:44:02 +0000

A new Gartner market analysis for the shipment of PCs, 2-in-1s, tablets and phones in 2017 forecasts that Apple will overtake Windows for the first time this century. The market is set to stagnate. Read more...

Microsoft announces its Surface hardware event for October 26

Rich Woods — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 16:56:11 +0000

Microsoft has announced a hardware event, which will be held on October 26 in New York City. The company will likely announce new Surface hardware, such as its rumored all-in-one. Read more...

As company diversifies, Facebook opens cutting-edge hardware lab

Vlad Dudau — Thu, 04 Aug 2016 08:20:01 +0000

With more and more of its projects relying on specialized hardware, Facebook has decided to open up a huge development lab for all its research and hardware development needs. Read more...

BlackBerry 10 devices reportedly discontinued, support to continue [Update]

Usama Jawad — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 15:18:01 +0000

A new report claims that BlackBerry is discontinuing its devices running on BlackBerry 10. However, support for existing devices on the OS will continue with uninterrupted warranty and technical aid. Read more...

Hot plates and chopping boards are all in a day's work for Oukitel's new phones

Byron Hinson — Thu, 05 Nov 2015 20:42:01 +0000

Oukitel has shown off the power and durability of their U7 Pro and K10000 mobile phones by using them as chopping boards and to power up a hot plate hot enough to boil and cook noodles Read more...

Windows 10 is now running on 110 million devices

Usama Jawad — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 14:09:14 +0000

At its devices event today, Microsoft has officially announced that Windows 10 is now installed on more than a hundred million devices which includes Windows Insiders and Enterprise users. Read more...

Watch LIVE: Microsoft showcases new Windows 10 devices on the way

Andy Weir — Fri, 04 Sep 2015 11:50:11 +0000

Microsoft is hosting an event today at which it will showcase a range of new devices that it says "will light up the Windows 10 experience for customers" - join us to watch it live from 1300 GMT. Read more...

Lollipop's slow rollout continues, now on 18.1% of Android devices

Andy Weir — Wed, 05 Aug 2015 18:28:01 +0000

Google's latest figures show that Android 5.x builds have now been installed on 18.1% of active devices - but while all other versions dropped in usage, Android 4.4 KitKat actually saw an increase. Read more...

Gartner: Despite market slowdown, 2.5 billion devices will be sold in 2015

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 11:46:01 +0000

According to the latest Gartner report, the overall market will grow slower than expected this year, but two and a half billion devices, including PCs, smartphones and tablets, will still get sold. Read more...

Here's where you can live-stream Microsoft's MWC keynote

Usama Jawad — Sat, 28 Feb 2015 12:56:01 +0000

Microsoft will be live-streaming it's MWC keynote on March 2, Neowin will be there to cover the event live as it unfolds. A couple mid-range devices may be unveiled at the press-event as well. Read more...

Lumia 1020, 1520 and HTC One M8 said to be the first Windows 10 tech preview devices

Usama Jawad — Mon, 09 Feb 2015 17:14:01 +0000

Windows 10 for phones Technical Preview is almost upon us and now a new report claims that Lumia 1020, Lumia 1520 and the HTC One M8 for Windows will likely be the first devices to receive the update. Read more...

Samsung will unleash a 'flood' of Tizen devices in 2015 as part of its new IoT strategy

Adrian Potoroaca — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 01:30:01 +0000

After showcasing its new Smart TV line at CES 2015 running Tizen, Samsung warns you that it is going to flood the market in 2015 with all kinds of devices running the Tizen operating system. Read more...

Samsung's new 4GB RAM chips could pave the way to 4K smartphone displays in 2015

Usama Jawad — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 13:22:01 +0000

With the 3GB of RAM in handsets milestone already accomplished by the company, Samsung is looking to integrate 4GB of RAM in its flagship devices which will be released next year. Read more...

Security researchers exploit various devices in HP's annual Pwn2Own event

Usama Jawad — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 19:50:01 +0000

Security researchers, developers and hackers tried their luck in exploiting various devices and OS(s) in HP's annual Pwn2Own event. A prize pool of $425,000 was distributed among the winners. Read more...

Windows Phone 8.1 is now on 47% of handsets; Lumia 630 leading the way

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 08:54:01 +0000

We take a look at the latest data on Microsoft's mobile ecosystem to note that the Lumia 630 is a success and is quickly becoming the top selling Windows Phone around the world. Read more...

Is Windows Phone about to go big?

Vlad Dudau — Sun, 24 Aug 2014 19:16:16 +0000

Windows Phone hasn't been doing that great recently when it comes to marketshare. But that's not the full story and there are some indications that Windows Phone is actually about to go big! Read more...

Which Android handsets would you like to see as Windows Phones?

Andy Weir — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 16:45:32 +0000

OEMs can now repurpose existing Android handset designs to be sold as Windows Phones with relative ease, as HTC did with its One M8. But which Android devices would you like to see as Windows Phones? Read more...

This chart shows how much people spend on their smartphones

Andy Weir — Sun, 17 Aug 2014 19:53:04 +0000

While low-cost smartphones are becoming increasingly popular, new flagships remain in demand too. This chart shows just how much users are actually spending on their handsets, broken down by platform. Read more...

Microsoft: We have just 14% of the total worldwide device market

Andy Weir — Mon, 14 Jul 2014 15:33:54 +0000

While Microsoft still has 90% of the global PC market, its share of the total devices market is just 14%, as the company's chief operating officer, Kevin Turner, explained at WPC 2014 today. Read more...

US increases international airport security, targeting electronic devices

Andy Weir — Sun, 06 Jul 2014 23:35:55 +0000

US-bound passengers will be required to prove that their mobile devices turn on, as the TSA increases airport security to deal with the 'credible threat' of a bomb disguised as a phone or tablet. Read more...

Leaked document reveals branding implications for Microsoft's Nokia acquisition

Andy Weir — Thu, 12 Jun 2014 02:52:11 +0000

A leaked document offers some insights into the branding decisions behind Microsoft's acquisition of Nokia's devices and services business, although many questions still remain. Read more...

Watch Microsoft's smart home of the future, from 1999

Vlad Dudau — Fri, 06 Jun 2014 09:45:20 +0000

Take a look at what Microsoft's home of the future looked like back in 1999. See how many of the current technologies you can spot in what looks now like a quaint, modest vision of the future. Read more...

Blackberry ends its relationship with T-Mobile U.S.

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 01:15:49 +0000

BlackBerry has cut ties with T-Mobile US and will stop selling its devices to the company once the current contract ends on April 25. Blackberry says it will strengthen ties with other carriers. Read more...

Microsoft officially names Scott Guthrie as new Cloud and Enterprise division head

John Callaham — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 16:45:14 +0000

After serving in an interim capacity as the leader of its Cloud and Enterprise division, Microsoft today named Scott Guthrie as the permanent head of that department. Read more...

Windows Phone 8.1 reaches RTM, new devices expected in weeks

Andy Weir — Sun, 30 Mar 2014 02:02:24 +0000

Windows Phone 8.1 has reached its RTM milestone, with the final build of the OS delivered to manufacturers this week, and the first new devices designed for 8.1 expected to launch in late April. Read more...

HTC promises new Windows Phones are on the way - but when?

Andy Weir — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 22:52:09 +0000

A senior HTC executive has reaffirmed the company's partnership with Microsoft, adding that HTC is working on multiple new Windows Phone handsets - but he did not hint at when they will be launched. Read more...

Nokia shareholders approve sale of devices business to Microsoft

Andy Weir — Tue, 19 Nov 2013 12:51:54 +0000

Nokia shareholders have approved the sale of the company's devices business to Microsoft, in a deal worth $7.35bn. Subject to regulatory approval, the deal is expected to be completed in early 2014. Read more...

Microsoft, it's time to get serious about devices

Andy Weir — Fri, 25 Oct 2013 19:12:26 +0000

Its hardware partners are turning to Android and Chrome OS. PC shipments are falling. Meanwhile, its devices strategy consists of two Surface tablets, plus Nokia. It's time for Microsoft to do more. Read more...

The technology that lets you charge your phone with a puddle of water

Andy Weir — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:32:28 +0000

The prospect of charging your phone with the help of a puddle of water might sound insane, but the technology is quite real, and it's going on sale soon... although it won't exactly be cheap. Read more...

Lots of Lumia 920s used to show you the big picture

Andrew Stevenson — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:25:48 +0000

The Nokia Lumia 920 has been used to advertise Dutch telecoms company KPN, and their 4G capabilities, by using 875 of the phones to create one giant video screen, 25 x 35 devices in size. Read more...

Next-generation heatsink has no fan at all

Alfonso Maruccia — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:39:02 +0000

Sandia Cooler is a new type of air-cooled heat exchanger, much more efficient that the traditional heatsink+fan combination. And it's extremely quiet, dust-immune too. Read more...