Tue, 30 Oct 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Microsoft Corp. yesterday debuted Windows Phone 8, the latest version of the company’s smartphone operating system. Windows Phone 8 offers a truly personal phone experience, connecting you to the people and things that matter most.

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The Great Place to Work® Institute has awarded Microsoft Corp. first place in the Multinational Category of Europe's 2012 Best Workplaces awards. Announced at a gala ceremony hosted by Great Place to Work® in Berlin on 19th June, the awards are the culmination of its annual survey and report on the 100 Best Workplaces in Europe.

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 10:45:00 GMT

From 17th – 23rd June, Microsoft Advertising will be participating in the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, the the world's biggest celebration of creativity in communications. 2012 will mark Microsoft Advertising's 11th year as the sponsor of the Cannes Lions Cyber Awards, with much having changed in digital over the last decade. At Cannes Lions Microsoft Advertising will be offering a sneak peek into what's next for consumers and advertisers, and sharing the next chapter of its story, with some key speaker appearances and exciting news announcements. Click through to visit the Microsoft Advertising Cannes micro-site for the latest news, photos, videos and more, or follow the hashtag #MSACannes on Twitter for all the action at Cannes.

Thu, 31 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT

Microsoft today announced the two global winners of its new creative storytelling contest – The Microsoft Advertising Story Awards. In an outstanding show of originality from bourgeoning advertising markets, the winners impressed the final judging panel with their creativity and innovative use of Microsoft Advertising solutions. In addition to being named Microsoft Advertising's "Best Storytellers in 2012, " the winners are awarded an exclusive VIP trip as Microsoft Advertising's guests to the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, taking place from 17th to 23rd of June 2012. Click through to read the full press release.

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT

Microsoft today announced the judges who will oversee the final round of its new creative storytelling contest – The Microsoft Advertising Story Awards (MSAs). The judges form an illustrious panel of advertising executives from around the world, chosen for their industry expertise and deep understanding of storytelling. They will judge the final heat of the competition by assessing the entries from more than 50 local winners – two (brand and non profit) from each of the markets in which the competition is running. Click through to read a blog post on the announcement by Richard Dunmall, VP of Global Agencies and Accounts, Microsoft Advertising.

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:45:00 GMT

Microsoft today announced the availability of the Windows 8 Consumer Preview — the next milestone of the Windows operating system. The Consumer Preview offers a more robust experience for testing the world's most popular operating system and is available to the widest range of people yet following the initial release of the Windows 8 Developer Preview late last year. The Windows 8 Consumer Preview will be available worldwide for download in English, French, German, Japanese and simplified Chinese languages. Click through to find out more.

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Microsoft today announced the launch of a creative storytelling contest – The Microsoft Advertising Story Awards (MSAs) – inviting media agencies and marketers from 30 countries across the world to submit a campaign idea for a brand or not-for-profit of their choice using Microsoft Advertising's storytelling platforms. The two global winners will be awarded an exclusive VIP trip as Microsoft Advertising's guests to the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity, held in June 2012. Click through to read the press release launching the competition and find out how to enter.

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 18:40:00 GMT

HTC unveiled today two new Windows Phones that will be landing in stores around the world later this year, running Microsoft's latest version of Windows Phone. Read here all press materials from the announcement.

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:00:00 GMT

From 19th - 25th June, Microsoft Advertising will be participating at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, the world's only truly global meeting place for creative professionals in the communications industry. A key sponsor of the festival, Microsoft Advertising will be hosting a packed schedule of workshops and seminars as will be making some exciting news announcements. Click through to visit the Microsoft Advertising Cannes micro-site for the latest news/updates, Microsoft speakers and presentations, photos, videos and more of all the action at Cannes.

Tue, 24 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Microsoft today previewed the next major release of Windows Phone, code name "Mango", that is designed to give people an alternative to the smartphone status quo. The new features will push the boundaries of the smartphone experience around communications, apps and the Internet. The new release will be available free to all Windows Phone 7 customers and will ship on new phones beginning this fall. In the same time period, Windows Phone will add support for additional languages, expand access to apps by launching Marketplace in new countries, and partner with new OEMs to enable expansion to new markets.