Latest articles by Jason Ward
Microsoft's dubious positioning of the Surface Duo killed an ambitious vision
Duo Dismay The Surface Duo was ahead of the curve, literally. Despite massive improvements in the Duo 2, Microsoft's mistakes are all too familiar.
How fathering a son with disabilities helped Microsoft's CEO transform the company
Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella was changed after he became a parent to a son with severe cerebral palsy. The empathy that changed him also changed Microsoft. Here's why.
Microsoft's 'inclusive design' will increase its focus on accessibility in 2022
Microsoft has been aggressively driving accessibility in products and services through its inclusive-design mission. And 2019 may be the year inclusive design goes mainstream.
Dear Microsoft, your loyalists have a bone to pick with you ...
Dear Satya Nadella, Microsoft loyalists need to talk to you about what's happening at your company.
A "HoloLens" for everyone; Microsoft is democratizing HoloLens tech
When Microsoft introduced the untethered holographic computer that is the HoloLens nearly two years ago, everybody wanted one.
How Microsoft's cross-platform efforts are maturing into a great Microsoft experience
Microsoft's iOS and Android investments are beginning to coalesce into a massive cloud-based Microsoft experience.
Folding phones: Is this the beginning of the end of slate-shaped smartphones?
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.
Why Microsoft's digital inking strategy may be a win for the company
Digital inking isn't new to Windows, but Microsoft's making it front-and-center to its personal computing and collaboration strategy.
What does the perfect Windows phone look like?
Despite the struggles that Windows phones have endured, there are millions of consumers who are still using, loving and hanging onto the platform.
What Microsoft means when it says 'cloud is the world's computer'
Microsoft's CEO said that the cloud is the world's computer, but what does that really mean?
Microsoft's 'A.I. for Humanitarian Action' has global focus while Google makes A.I. personal
Microsoft's A.I. for Humanitarian Action is part of its A.I for Good global agenda to democratize A.I.
With all the excitement over Windows on ARM, don't forget about Google's Andromeda
Google is leveraging Android apps into Chrome OS — it's no longer just a browser window as a computer. Is it too late for Microsoft to halt their desktop conquest?
Microsoft is now the world's most valuable company — and it's less trustworthy than ever
After a week-long battle, Microsoft ended the week of November 30th ahead of Apple as the world's most valuable company — but not everyone is happy.
If Microsoft doesn't kill at BUILD 2017, the Surface phone may be dead on arrival
The Surface phone is expected by 2018 but Microsoft's ecosystem isn't ready. What will Microsoft do at BUILD 2017 to get developers on board?
A Microsoft employee and ardent Windows phone fan explains his switch to Android
A Microsoft data scientist, and ardent Windows phone fan shares his love for Windows phone and conversion to Android!
Microsoft already has the tools it needs to address the Windows 'app gap'
Microsoft's lack of developer support affects its entire ecosystem. The company may not be able to completely fix the app gap, but it has several tools it can use to address it.
Black History Month is over − this is what Microsoft did and didn't do
Black History Month is over. Here's how Microsoft highlighted the contributions of African Americans. Was it enough?
Microsoft's MIA Surface Andromeda pocket PC could have advantages over folding phones
Folding phones are exciting, but Microsoft's missing-in-action Surface Andromeda pocket PC could have brought more to the table.
3 ways Android apps make Chromebooks more like Windows PCs
Google markets Chromebooks as more secure, simpler to use, and easier to maintain than Windows PCs. But Android apps on Chrome may have changed things.
Microsoft leadership: Here's who is accountable for what in Redmond
Microsoft's leaders bear the burden of guiding Microsoft through exciting and competitive times. Here's a quick look at the company's leadership.
Is early 2018 too soon for a Surface phone?
Unless Microsoft surprises the world with a 2017 debut, we're expecting a game-changing Surface phone in 2018. But will Microsoft's ecosystem be ready?
Can Microsoft keep up with Apple in the race for AR/VR supremacy?
Microsoft is an industry leader in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) thanks to HoloLens, Windows Mixed Reality and the company's partnerships for VR headsets. With a single update in iOS 11, however, Apple may be poised to become a legitimate challenger.
