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Pre-orders begin for Lenovo Yoga 11S

Pre-orders
begin for
Lenovo Yoga 11S

May 16, 2013
Available in June, the IdeaPad Yoga 11S Ultrabook converts into four modes, including “tent,” shown at right. Use it like a laptop, or fold and flip to use it like a tablet.

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#XboxReveal: Return Tuesday to see what's inside

#XboxReveal: Return Tuesday to see what's inside

May 17, 2013
Join via the live stream on Xbox LIVE and Xbox.com beginning 10 a.m. PT on May 21.

Motion sensors for knitting needles?

Motion sensors for knitting needles?

May 17, 2013
See videos as Microsoft Research explores the design implications of slow tech for knitting and rocking chairs.

Pre-orders begin for Lenovo Yoga 11S

Pre-orders
begin for
Lenovo Yoga 11S

May 16, 2013
Available in June, the IdeaPad Yoga 11S Ultrabook converts into four modes, including “tent,” shown at right. Use it like a laptop, or fold and flip to use it like a tablet.

Windows newsroom

#XboxReveal: Return Tuesday to see what's inside

#XboxReveal: Return Tuesday to see what's inside

May 17, 2013
Join via the live stream on Xbox LIVE and Xbox.com beginning 10 a.m. PT on May 21.

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Microsoft $1 million grant to support D.C. schools

Microsoft $1 million grant to support D.C. schools

May 17

Three-year grant to boost blended learning through the CityBridge-NewSchools Education Innovation Fellowship.

Windows 8 tablets: ideal travel companions

Windows 8 tablets: ideal travel companions

May 16

See slideshow of Windows 8 tablets and convertibles perfect to take on the road.

Geek 2 Chic fashion show aims to help at-risk youth

Geek 2 Chic fashion show aims to help at-risk youth

May 16

Microsoft and Bloomingdale's event in San Francisco supports efforts to inspire kids.

Microsoft, Paramount promote Star Trek film

Microsoft, Paramount promote Star Trek film

May 15

Microsoft brands partner with Paramount Pictures for "Star Trek Into Darkness."

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Nokia Lumia 925 delivers camera innovation

Nokia Lumia 925 delivers camera innovation

May 14

New Windows Phone captures sharper pictures, including the best low light images.

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Tami Reller announces Windows 8.1

Tami Reller announces Windows 8.1

May 14

Update codenamed “Windows Blue” will be a free update to Windows 8 for consumers through the Windows Store.

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See slideshow of gifts to make your loved ones happy on their big day and beyond.

See the future of Xbox on May 21

See the future of Xbox on May 21

Mark your calendar for May 21, at 10 a.m. PT as Microsoft reveals a new generation of games, TV and entertainment.

How Microsoft quietly built the city of the future

How Microsoft quietly built the city of the future

Learn how a team of engineers turned the company campus into a highly efficient smart city.

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