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2020
Samsung introduces Galaxy XCover Pro
Samsung officially introduced the Galaxy XCover Pro rugged smartphone. The article said it was priced at $499.99 and would roll out in the United States starting in the first half of 2020.
2020
Samsung introduces Galaxy XCover Pro
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy XCover Pro, a rugged smartphone designed for frontline workers across industries. The device includes programmable keys and supports Microsoft Teams' walkie-talkie capability.
2020
Samsung and Microsoft introduce their first enterprise collaboration through Galaxy XCover Pro
Samsung and Microsoft’s Galaxy XCover Pro collaboration is described as the first enterprise collaboration between the companies; Microsoft was adding push-to-talk functionality to some devices.
2020
Families sue technology companies over alleged cobalt supply-chain abuses
International Rights Advocates filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C., alleging that Tesla, Apple, Microsoft, Dell and Google parent Alphabet were complicit in a forced-labor system connected to the deaths or serious injuries of children mining cobalt. The allegations are claims in the lawsuit, not findings of liability.
2020
Flipkart announced the MarQ Falkon Aerbook laptop
Flipkart announced the Falkon Aerbook laptop under its MarQ sub-brand for the Indian market. It was designed in collaboration with Intel and Microsoft and was scheduled to go on sale on January 17, 2020, starting at ₹39,990.
2020
Microsoft announces cloud tools for retail customers
Microsoft announced that it would launch new cloud tools for retail customers, seeking to offer them an alternative to Amazon, Slack and Salesforce.
2020
AMD retracts inaccurate Xbox Series X imagery
AMD retracted imagery shown at its CES press conference, saying it was not sourced from Microsoft and did not accurately reflect the upcoming Xbox Series X's design or features.
2020
Microsoft updates Cortana Beta
Microsoft updated Cortana Beta to version 2.1912.18729.0, adding features and ending support for older versions of Windows 10.
2020
Microsoft confirms continued Microsoft Security Essentials signature updates
Microsoft confirmed that Microsoft Security Essentials would continue receiving signature updates after January 14, 2020, although the platform itself would no longer be updated.
2019
Ericsson and Microsoft partner on connected-car cloud
Ericsson partnered with Microsoft to build a connected-car cloud on Microsoft's connected vehicle platform, based on Microsoft Azure.
2019
Microsoft announces work on easier optional updates in Windows 10
Microsoft said it was working on an easier way to install drivers and monthly non-security quality updates in Windows 10, with new optional-update controls to be provided in Windows Update.
2019
Microsoft announces easier management of Windows 10 optional updates
Microsoft said it was working on a simpler way for Windows 10 users to view and manage optional updates, including drivers and monthly non-security updates; the feature was planned for release in 2020.
2019
Microsoft partners with BC Tech Association to support startups
Microsoft partnered with the BC Tech Association to support the growth of startups in Canada’s West Coast; the organizations planned joint events providing companies access to Microsoft technical resources, business experts, and free cloud services.
2019
Microsoft sues alleged Thallium operators
Microsoft filed suit against defendants it alleged operated the Thallium cyber-theft operation and compromised customer accounts and networks to steal sensitive information.
2019
Throop sues Microsoft over HoloLens patents
Throop LLC filed a patent-infringement complaint against Microsoft, alleging that Microsoft’s wearable-device services, including HoloLens, infringe two patents.
2019
Cobalt-mining child labor lawsuit names five technology companies
A lawsuit filed on behalf of 14 families from the Democratic Republic of the Congo accused Tesla, Apple, Alphabet, Dell Technologies and Microsoft of complicity in child labor connected to cobalt mining, including deaths and serious injuries. The allegations are reported as claims in the complaint, not as established findings.
2019
Microsoft and Enjin partner to pilot Azure Heroes
Microsoft teamed up with Singapore-based IT firm Enjin to pilot Azure Heroes, a blockchain-based tokenized recognition programme that rewards contributions to Microsoft's Azure ecosystem.
2019
Microsoft and Enjin partner on Azure Heroes
Microsoft announced a partnership with Enjin to offer Azure Heroes, a blockchain-based recognition program that rewards individuals for verifiable contributions to the technical community.
2019
AXA XL, Slice Labs and Microsoft partner on cyber insurance offering
AXA XL partnered with Slice Labs and Microsoft on an initiative that lets eligible users of Microsoft business office applications purchase cyber insurance through Slice’s platform, with discounts for qualified customers.
2019
Microsoft launches Windows XP-themed sweater activity
Microsoft launched its “Ugly Sweater” activity featuring a Windows-logo sweater that was given away rather than sold.