Microsoft has officially announced their first major update for Windows 8.1 at BUILD 2014. The new update introduces new features which closer bring the Modern UI experience and Desktop experience together by enabling desktop elements in the Modern UI for mouse and keyboard users.Microsoft has been working on its first update for Windows 8.1 for some time now and we recently saw some of its features displayed on leaked screenshots. Now the Windows 8.1 Update 1 itself has been leaked and is available for download through various file sharing sites. Lets take a look at some of the new changes coming to Windows 8.1 in the near future
Today is definitely a day of first for Nokia. Alongside the announcement of their first phablet, Nokia has also taken the covers off their first modern tablet - the Nokia Lumia 2520. While Microsoft's Surface tablets dont come with data connectivity, the Lumia 2520 proudly runs Windows 8.1 RT with 4G LTE for ultimate mobility.
Yesterday Microsoft started rolling out the Windows 8.1 update to Windows 8 and Windows RT users through the Windows Store. However those with Windows RT devices like the Microsoft Surface RT will notice that the Windows 8.1 RT update is no longer available on the Windows Store. It turns out there is an issue affecting some consumers who upgraded their tablets. If you've already started to upgrade your tablet and have encountered issues, there is a temporary solution in place while Microsoft fixes the issue
Following the release of Windows 8.1 today, the official Facebook app has also make its way into the Windows Store. Facebook for Windows 8.1 brings the same familiar layout and visual look and feel you see on Facebook.com, though it feels dated and clumsy on Windows compared to the iPad version.The Windows 8.1 update is now available for download. Microsoft announced its newest version of the Windows operating system is now available online, while the boxed retail version will be available in stores starting tomorrow.
As you may already know, Windows 8.1 is set to arrive on October 17 as a free update to those running Windows 8. The new Windows 8.1 lets you watch movies or play games with Xbox, Skype with friends, access files anywhere with SkyDrive, or find your next favorite app in the Windows Store.Today Microsoft announced the Surface 2 and the Surface Pro 2 during a special media unveiling event. The Microsoft Surface Pro 2 succeeds last year's Microsoft Surface Pro promising improved performance and better battery life.Today Microsoft announced the Surface 2 and the Surface Pro 2 during a special media unveiling event. Just like its predecessor, the Microsoft Surface 2 runs Windows RT, and while some have questioned Microsoft's decision to use stripped down OS, Microsoft seems confident that the Surface 2 can compete with iOS and Android with a premium priceMicrosoft has reportedly completed development on the Windows 8.1 update and signed it off as (released to manufacturing) RTM. This indicates that the final version of Windows 8.1 is headed to manufacturers, so that it can be included in devices in time for the upcoming holiday seasons later this year.
Microsoft demonstrated Bing Food & Drink on Windows 8.1 during the BUILD keynote and you can try it out yourself if you download the Windows 8.1 Preview. This Modern app has been built with the amature chef in mind and allows you to store your recipes, manage your shopping list, organize your meal plans and more.Microsoft has officially unveiled Windows 8.1 during the build 2013 keynote, which brings several new features and improvements to their Windows 8 desktop platform. The final version of Windows 8.1 will be released later this year as a free update to all Windows 8 users, but is currently available as a preview version for testing and evaluation.Microsoft has been working on Windows 8.1 for some time now, and its proving to be a major update to the Windows 8 platform. It brings several features and improvements based on customer feedback and its great to see that Microsoft is listening to their customers.