Microsoft’s Edge browser will natively support WebM video
Microsoft continues to embrace open source software, announcing Tuesday that its new Edge browser will support the VP9 video codec for playing WebM video. Check this article from PCWorld.com
Touchscreen Chromebooks are everywhere, but how well do they work?
Google is following in Microsoft’s footsteps, with Chrome OS powering more “2-in-1” convertible PCs. Manufacturers aren’t just adding touchscreens to Chromebooks anymore; Chromebooks like the Asus Chromebook Flip can transform into tablets. More Chromebooks with touch screens—including ones that can transform into tablets—were just announced at IFA 2015. Check this latest article from PCWorld.com.
Microsoft uses Bing to coax would-be browser switchers towards Windows 10’s Edge
Microsoft really, really wants you to try its new Edge browser for Windows 10—so much so that it’s urging Bing users to give it a go. More of this article from this link on PCWorld.com
Microsoft retires several Lumia camera apps for Windows 8.1
If you want the Lumia camera apps for Windows 8.1 but you don’t already have them, you are officially out of luck: Microsoft has decided to discontinue a number of its Lumia-branded photo and video apps ahead of the upcoming launch of Windows 10 Mobile. Check this latest article from PCWorld.com
Mozilla releases first public Firefox for iOS preview
Mozilla hopes to have its version of Firefox for iOS devices out by year’s end as part of its push to grow its share of mobile traffic. Check this article from this link on PCWorld.com
Google’s productivity suite updated with dictation, integrated search, and more
Google rolled out a big set of updates to its productivity suite today aimed primarily at enhancing its capabilities for students and teachers. Check this article from PCWorld.com
Lenovo announces new Yoga tablets with built-in projector, giant Phab smartphones
There’s no sign of Ashton Kutcher to pitch the product this time around, but Lenovo is doubling down on its projector-in-a-tablet Yoga series. Check this article from this link on PCWorld.com