Jason L Ward is a columnist at Windows Central. He provides unique big picture analysis of the complex world of Microsoft. Jason takes the small clues and gives you an insightful big picture perspective through storytelling that you won't find anywhere else. Seriously, this dude thinks outside the box. Follow him on Twitter at @JLTechWord. He's doing the "write" thing!
Microsoft's cloud strategy reaches millions of low-wage consumers through their smartphones and an app called StaffHub.
As Microsoft's Cortana lags behind Google Assistant, Microsoft has partnered with Amazon to piggyback on Alexa's consumer success.
Microsoft 365 connects the consumer/professional to Microsoft's ubiquitous computing strategy.
Mothers Day is this week, and these apps can help busy moms maintain their sanity — and have some fun in the process.
Microsoft's and Qualcomm's 'Always Connected PC' messaging has been sync until poor early reviews. Now Microsoft's loyalty seems to be wavering.
This is all the budget-friendly tech Windows Central columnist Jason Ward has in his personal computing arsenal.
Microsoft's recent reorganization highlights the company's cloud and 'intelligent edge' focus. Here's what the intelligent edge and its impact on the world.
Microsoft's lack of a strong consumer presence beyond Xbox and Surface and its cloud focus has many fans thinking the company's headed toward irrelevance. Microsoft's cloud may impact users more than realize, however.
Microsoft's recent reorg moves Windows from the forefront as Microsoft pursues an intelligent cloud-as-a-super-OS strategy that manages personal computing across platforms and devices.
Former Windows chief Terry Myerson and others weigh in on what killed Windows phones.
Microsoft says Surface Pro is the most versatile laptop. Senior Editor Zac says its a tablet. I think it's a laptop and here's why.
I was a diehard Microsoft enthusiast long before I joined Windows Central. That's why I wish a recent visit to a Microsoft Store could have gone better for me.
In the wake of very public efforts to promote an image of inclusion, Microsoft finds itself in the crosshairs of alleged sexual misconduct as women employees cry #MeToo and accuse the company of gender discrimination.
Microsoft is frequently in the headlines regarding its AI ambitions, but is there any real-world AI impact so far?
Smartphone innovation has stalled and tech companies are exploring folding device options. But folding must expand mobile computing capabilities, not just fold for folding sake.
U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order blocking Broadcom's takeover of Qualcomm just may have saved Microsoft's mobile future and cellular innovation. Here's how.
Critics challenge Always Connected PCs practicality, eSIM and buying data as needed from Microsoft Store. But this computing evolution is ultimately about kids, not you.
Science fiction tells stories of how technology enhances people with disabilities, enabling them to do as much or more than others. Microsoft's AI platform's being used in real life to close the gap between the sighted and people with blindness.
Microsoft and Qualcomm's Always-Connected PC strategy has everyone talking about eSIM. But what is it? And why does it matter to Microsoft and you? And how will it change the game?
HoloLens creator Alex Kipman's outlook for 2018 suggests Microsoft's making his dream of a world where the digital and physical co-exist in three-dimensional space a reality.