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Microsoft opens a new Windows to the world

Microsoft has just released the next version of the world's most used operating system, Windows 10. CNET's Lexy Savvides reports on what's new, how the Microsoft hopes to keep your computer secure and what happens to those who are still on Windows XP.

By July 28, 2015

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Windows 10 looms while phone makers clamor for attention

Microsoft's brand-new operating system becomes official on Wednesday, but Samung and Motorola make big announcements to steal the spotlight.

By July 28, 2015

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Have some fun with Cortana's Easter eggs

With the release of Windows 10, Microsoft's virtual assistant Cortana now lives on the desktop. Here are some Easter eggs to find.

By July 28, 2015

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Top 5 reasons to upgrade to Windows 10

It's time to decide whether or not to shake up your current computer with Microsoft's latest operating system. We run down the best reasons why - and why not - to upgrade.

By July 27, 2015

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LG's Lancet is a Windows Phone handset with a competitive price

Available on Verizon Wireless, the LG Lancet runs Windows Phone 8.1 and features a 4.5-inch display, an 8-megapixel camera and a quad-core processor.

By July 15, 2015

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Alienware Alpha updates its custom PC interface with HiveMind

A new custom Windows 8 overlay called HiveMind makes this unique gaming PC more useful and easier to navigate.

By June 26, 2015

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'Gut' feeling: Taylor Swift puts '1989' on Apple Music

The artist says she decided to put her hit album on Apple's streaming service because it 'felt right.' Meanwhile, we get a peek at what it took to make the wallpaper for Windows 10.

By June 25, 2015

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The top 5 tech stories of the year (so far)

The year is pretty much half over, so we're taking a look back at the stories that made huge waves in the tech world.

By June 19, 2015

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Microsoft's new Xbox Elite controller sports more buttons, customizable parts

At the E3 gaming conference, Microsoft unveils a new wireless controller called the Xbox Elite. The controller, designed for the Xbox One and Windows 10, has four extra buttons on the back.

By June 15, 2015

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Microsoft's Surface Hub goes big, Samsung screens go clear

Massive Windows 10 computers for the workplace hit $20,000, Samsung shows off transparent screens, and Facebook puts games inside Messenger.

By June 10, 2015

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Windows 10 lands July 29 with Start Menu, Cortana, security perks

Windows users can download a free upgrade to Windows 10 in two months. Meanwhile, Google simplifies privacy controls, and Asus shows off a new smartwatch.

June 1, 2015

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Why Microsoft needs Windows 10 to be a hit

The launch date is confirmed, but with rivals closing in and customers slow to update to new versions, Microsoft badly needs its new software to be a success. Hit play now.

By June 1, 2015

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Move over, Siri. Cortana is coming to the iPhone

Microsoft's smart assistant Cortana is expanding beyond Windows, Twitter's Periscope is rising on Android, and Amazon is getting crafty with competition for Etsy.

By May 26, 2015

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Apple Watch tempting for thieves: No password needed to reset

Apple faces criticism for not giving its Watch the same security protections as the iPhone. Also, Microsoft drops "Windows Phone" for a new name, and Walmart creates its own version of Amazon Prime.

By May 14, 2015

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Should Microsoft kill off its smartphones?

Windows mobiles have struggled for years to compete with iOS and Android. CNET's Luke Westaway and Rich Trenholm discuss whether it's time for Microsoft to throw in the towel.

By May 12, 2015

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Google mimics Pinterest, Microsoft gives the finger

Google+ Collections has a Pinterest vibe, Comcast rides the Periscope trend to share live video on a TV, and Microsoft doesn't hold back with new emoji in Windows 10.

By May 5, 2015

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What it's like to use HoloLens

Brian Tong, Nate Ralph and Nick Statt describe what the HoloLens feels like after experiencing the latest version at Microsoft's Build 2015 conference.

By May 1, 2015

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The fun, plastic Microsoft Lumia 640

Watch our video review of the Microsoft Lumia 640, a colourful Windows Phone device with a big screen and decent camera.

By May 1, 2015

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Meet Microsoft Edge, the replacement for Internet Explorer

Windows 10 gets a new default Web browser, Microsoft shows off more HoloLens details and the Secret app shuts down.

By April 30, 2015

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HoloLens: The latest mind-blowing demos​

Microsoft dazzles developers with demos of its HoloLens at Build 2015.

By April 29, 2015