Microsoft Faces Backlash After Disbanding DEI Team
Microsoft faces backlash after laying off its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) team, raising concerns about the company’s commitment to diversity in the workplace. The decision has sparked internal dissent and renewed discussions about the importance of DEI efforts in creating an inclusive work environment.
Xbox Game Pass Undergoing Significant Changes and Price Increase
Microsoft announces significant changes to Xbox Game Pass, including a price increase and a new subscription tier. The popular gaming service will introduce a ‘Standard’ tier without day-one games but with a vast back catalog similar to EA Access. These updates aim to enhance the gaming experience and provide more value to subscribers.
Microsoft’s Xbox Advertisement Sparks Concerns Over Future of Gaming
Microsoft’s Xbox advertisement hints at a future where owning a console may no longer be necessary, sparking confusion and concerns among fans. The shift towards cloud gaming raises questions about the future of physical games and consoles, with some labeling the move as ‘anti-consumer’. Online discussions highlight challenges with internet infrastructure and reliability of cloud gaming services, leaving fans skeptical about the implications for the gaming community.
Microsoft Adds Spellcheck and Autocorrect to Notepad App for Windows 11
Microsoft has finally updated its Notepad app for Windows 11 with spellcheck and autocorrect functionalities, more than 40 years after its initial launch in 1983. The new features resemble those found in Word and Edge, allowing users to customize spellcheck and autocorrect settings on a file type basis. Despite some differences from Word’s spellcheck mechanism, Notepad now offers enhanced functionality for improved user experience.
Microsoft Patents Groundbreaking Document Security Technology
Microsoft patents innovative document security technology that dynamically adjusts document visibility based on viewer’s gaze, ensuring content remains encrypted and unreadable to unauthorized individuals. This groundbreaking system uses an algorithm to create a ‘hole’ in the encrypted document, revealing content only where the viewer is looking. Unlike existing solutions, Microsoft’s approach offers a more sophisticated and seamless privacy solution, though potential vulnerabilities still exist.
Microsoft Introduces Rewards Notes Feature for Xbox Users
Microsoft introduces Rewards Notes on Xbox to provide users with quick updates and information about Microsoft Rewards program changes. Users can now claim Rewards points directly from notifications, making it easier to stay informed and earn rewards. With the addition of the Xbox Rewards Newsletter, Microsoft is aiming to improve communication and transparency with users regarding program updates and changes.
Microsoft AI CEO Considers Internet Content as ‘Freeware’
Mustafa Suleyman, the CEO of Microsoft AI, sparked controversy by labeling internet content as ‘freeware,’ emphasizing its availability for AI training. While acknowledging legal gray areas, Suleyman’s statements have raised questions about the application of ‘fair use’ in copyright law and the ethical implications of data usage for AI development.
Microsoft Teams: Elevating Agent Experiences with Contact Centers
Discover how deploying a Microsoft Teams contact center can revolutionize customer interactions and elevate agent experiences. Learn how integrating communication and collaboration tools into a single platform can boost productivity and streamline workflows.
Microsoft Resolves Bug Causing Desktop Icons to Jump Between Monitors on Windows 10
Microsoft has fixed the bug causing desktop icons to jump between monitors on Windows 10 systems with multi-monitor setups. Users can now install Copilot or upgrade to Windows 11 with the latest update. The new Copilot experience allows for a more seamless user experience, with features like pinning to the taskbar. Despite this fix, there are still other open issues with Windows 10 and Windows 11, but Microsoft continues to work on improving user experience.
Xbox Game Showcase Teases Upcoming Titles with Open-Ended Release Windows
The recent Xbox Game Showcase unveiled trailers for upcoming games like Fable reboot, Doom: The Dark Ages, and South of Midnight with open-ended release windows. Xbox’s Matt Booty strategically plans around the anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6 in 2025 to avoid overshadowing other game launches. Stay informed about the gaming industry’s exciting developments by following us on social media and joining our platform.