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Microsoft Enhances OneDrive Mobile Apps
As the cloud storage wars rage on, Microsoft looks to make OneDrive and OneDrive for Business more cohesive, starting on Android.
Facebook News Feeds To Get Event Ads
Facebook's newest ad unit lets businesses promote events within users' news feeds. Here's what to expect.
IT Vs. Seth Meyers: 5 Great IT Jokes
Readers responded to a call for IT humor with a pile of jokes and stories, in anticipation of Late Night host Seth Meyers' keynote at Interop. Here are 5 that stood out.
Twitter Analytics Now Available To Everyone
All Twitter users can access a detailed report on their followers and individual tweets, including impressions, clicks, and engagement. Here's what you need to know.
Social Media Bites Its Tongue
Pew Research finds that social media users are less likely to voice opinions face-to-face if they believe their Facebook followers would disagree. Call it surveillance fallout.
Windows Threshold May Merge Windows Phone, RT
Microsoft's upcoming Windows Threshold operating system reportedly will merge Windows Phone and Windows RT into one user interface for ARM-based mobile devices.
Facebook Click-Bait Crackdown, Explained
You'll never believe what happens next! Facebook imposes new content standards for businesses that use click-bait tactics.
Location Tracking: 6 Social App Settings To Check
Popular social apps, including Facebook, Google, Foursquare, and Twitter, may track your every move. Get the lowdown -- and instructions for turning off these options.
Microsoft Windows As A Service Planned?
Microsoft may be working on a cloud-based version of Windows to go alongside Office 365. What would be in it for customers?
Windows Phone: More High-End Devices Coming Soon
As Windows Phone loses market share, Microsoft exec says HTC One (M8) and other new flagship devices could bolster demand.
Instagram Adds Analytics For Businesses
Instagram will launch a new suite of advertising tools to give businesses more insight into how their campaigns perform.
Facebook Adds Analytics To App Links
With help from Facebook, Mixpanel, and Parse, developers who implement App Links can now track how their links are used.
Microsoft Releases OneNote For Android Tablets
Microsoft again updates OneNote, moves towards goal of popularizing the app across all platforms.
HP's $199 Windows Laptop: Chromebook Killer?
Leaked specs show what a budget-friendly Windows device might offer. Is it enough to stem surging Chromebook sales?
Facebook Messenger: How To Turn Off Notifications
If you want to shut off alerts from friends within Messenger, you'll need to look beyond the app, iOS and Android users.
Windows 'Threshold': 7 Things To Expect
Microsoft will reportedly release its next version of Windows as a public preview by this fall. Here's what we know about the next version of Windows.
Gamification's Failure: A Lack Of Real Life Wins
Gamification will finally meet its promise when we can deliver a dose of the blissful productivity gamers feel, rather than just a badge.
Facebook Will Track Shopping Habits
Facebook plans to track your actions between devices and share with advertisers when an ad leads to a purchase. Here's why one expert says you shouldn't worry.
Philadelphia Boosts Digital Connections With Citizens
Philadelphia taps Salesforce and Unisys to ensure its "Philly 311" cloud and mobile program stays on top of all nonemergency requests from potholes to noise complaints.
Humin iPhone App Adds Context To Contacts
Can't remember who you met? Humin combines social data with your contacts to give them more meaning.
Twitter Video Ads Coming Soon
Twitter announced the beta launch of Promoted Video, a new ad type that will charge advertisers on a cost-per-view model.
Microsoft Delays ActiveX Blocking In IE
In response to customer concerns, Microsoft won't start blocking ActiveX controls in IE until September.
Dell Pushes Power With New Workstations
Dell bolsters its workstation comeback with new tower and rack systems that are among the first to feature fast DDR4 RAM.
Microsoft To Patch 2 Critical Bugs
Microsoft will fix two critical bugs on Patch Tuesday -- but not for Windows 8.1 users who haven't installed the Windows 8.1 Update.
Facebook Messenger: 5 Misconceptions
Misinformation around Facebook's Messenger permissions has users crying foul. Here's a closer look at the rumors, plus details about what you can -- and can't -- control.
Apple Patent Points To Siri On Macs
Apple's Siri might soon appear on Macs if a new patent application is any indication.
Facebook Malware: Protect Your Profile
Malicious "Color Change" app has resurfaced on Facebook, compromising thousands of profiles. Here's what to do if you're infected.
Facebook Buys Security Startup PrivateCore
Facebook plans to deploy PrivateCore technology into its server stack to bolster encryption and malware prevention, the social network said.
Google To Factor Security In Search Results
Websites that don't support HTTPS connections may soon be less prominent in Google search results.
Microsoft To Open Fifth Avenue Store?
Microsoft wants to open a store on NYC's Fifth Avenue, says report -- just weeks after CEO Satya Nadella said retail stores are a "supporting" part of his strategy.
Microsoft's Windows 'Threshold' Takes Shape
The next version of Windows could add virtual desktops and kill Windows 8's controversial Charms Bar.
Foursquare Now Tracks Your Every Move
Foursquare relaunched its flagship app with a bevy of new features, personalization options -- and a setting that consistently tracks your location.
Glassdoor Adds Benefits Info
How do your company's benefits stack up? Glassdoor's newest feature lets job seekers compare time off, health insurance, office perks, and more.
Robot Cemeteries: Coming Soon?
As Sony discontinues manufacturing and support for its consumer robot Aibo, Japanese owners deal with "end of life" issues for a device that has become part of the family.
CIOs Cede Digital Transformation Ground To CMOs
With a majority of businesses realigning technology and business this year, CIOs must step up and assume an active role, according to Altimeter Group research.
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Update Next Week
Microsoft will release a constant stream of Windows 8.1 updates, not a major "Update 2." No word on the Start menu.
Social Strategy: Network-Curated Ads?
Ads hand-picked by Instagram co-founder get almost three times as much action as ads people choose themselves to run on Facebook, pilot program shows.
Microsoft Discounts Surface Pro 3 For Education
With discounts of at least $150 available across the Surface Pro 3 line, Microsoft hopes its newest tablet can become a hit among students and teachers.
LinkedIn Pays $6M For Overtime Wages Violation
Department of Labor investigation found LinkedIn failed to properly track pay records and compensate workers for overtime.
An IT Admin Walks Into A Bar…
Got a good IT joke? Share it! We're collecting IT humor in anticipation of Seth Meyers' comedy keynote at Interop New York.
Microsoft vs. Samsung, Explained
Microsoft claims Samsung is trying to renege on its obligation to pay patent licensing fees. Could the billions Microsoft earns from Android-related patents be at stake?
Grow Your Tech Company & Stay Cool
Automate everything, ditch fancy titles, and other ways a small company can scale fast without losing its soul.
IT Careers: Open Source, Open Resume
Don't trash the traditional resume just yet, but developers who contribute to open source projects may find their code becomes their best career-boosting tool.
Facebook Messenger: 5 Things To Know
Facebook will soon require users to download Messenger to chat with friends. Here's the lowdown on important privacy settings and features.
Google, Apple & The Battle For Your Ears
The titans of technology have spent lavishly for your eyeballs. Now they want your ears. Here's why.
Microsoft Enhances Office For iPad
Office for iPad includes better pivot table support and expanded presentation tools, but can it maintain momentum against free competitors?
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The State of Cloud Computing - Fall 2020
Download this report to compare how cloud usage and spending patterns have changed in 2020, and how respondents think they'll evolve over the next two years.
2021 Top Enterprise IT TrendsWe've identified the key trends that are poised to impact the IT landscape in 2021. Find out why they're important and how they will affect you.
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