Hardware

Because it’s the most wonderful time of the quarter, this edition of Short Takes looks more closely at Microsoft’s latest blockbuster quarterly earnings report, in which the firm posted a net income of $13.9 billion on revenues of $37.2 billion.

Microsoft’s larger Surface Hub 2S pre-order will open on September 22nd.

Like Microsoft has done for many years, the company is once again planning a fall hardware event where the company will make updates to the Surface Pro X and introduce a smaller laptop as well.

Because this is no time for cowardice, this edition of Short Takes looks at Microsoft’s TikTok acquisition possibly being foiled by China, the clarity of the first wave of Surface Duo reviews, another win for Microsoft in the battle over JEDI, and so much more.

Microsoft’s Surface Duo is a unique productivity device that fits in your pocket but it is not for everyone.;

The Microsoft Surface Duo is here but first, we must get it out of the box.

A significant turning point in the Surface story is when the company realized that Microsoft is not an entertainment company, but one that excels at making productivity software. With that focus in mind, the Surface Pro 3 found its footing and the brand has been growing since the release of that successful product. Today, Microsoft…

Microsoft has announced the final details for the Surface Duo including its specs, pricing, and availability.

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 3 has been on the market for more than half a year, but is it the right device for you?

Because the earth actually rotates around Cupertino now, this edition of Short Takes looks at Microsoft’s blockbuster retail announcement, a Senate initiative to curtail a huge HoloLens sales, a weird Skype consolidation, an expansion of Teams’ capabilities to individuals, the death of Mixer, and so much more.