Latest articles by Jason Ward
Microsoft, the ID2020 Alliance, universal digital identification and you
Last year Microsoft joined ID2020, a global Alliance whose goal is to create universal digital identities for everyone. What are the social, economic and ethical implications of such an initiative?
A candid discussion on Microsoft, African Americans, tech and inequality
It's been less than 100 years since the American Civil Rights movement. The impact of centuries of inequality is still being felt, even in the poor representation of blacks in Microsoft and tech.
Why Microsoft needs to fix its broken tablet mode in Windows 10 (before it's too late)
Microsoft's sub-par Windows 10 Tablet Mode is hurting its productivity advantage, leisure computing endeavors and Surface Andromeda hopes.
Why Android is a serious problem for Microsoft
Android began its trek to rule personal computing ten years ago. It recently overtook Windows as the most used OS in the world, and that Microsoft has a serious Android problem. Here's why.
The NFL is making Microsoft Surface a winner on and off the sidelines
The NFL and Microsoft forged a five-year partnership to promote Surface on the sidelines. But Surface is now being pushed into communities, schools, healthcare and more.
Why Microsoft's mobile future may depend on eSIM
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?
Windows phone refugees may not find asylum on Android
Windows 10 Mobile's dying and Android phones and the iPhone are a Windows phone refugees only real options. Here's why they may want to pass on Android.
How Microsoft and Steelcase are building the workplace millennials will love
Millenials will comprise 40 percent of the workforce by 2020. So Microsoft and Steelcase are building workspaces that merge tech and design that these digital natives will love.
How Microsoft is helping other companies hire people with autism
Microsoft's cross-platform cloud strategy and open source development strategy democratizes tech, while its Autism Hiring Program is democratizing empathy.
Windows phone refugees may not find asylum on iPhone
Windows 10 Mobile's dying, and Android phones and iPhones are a Windows phone refugee's only real options. Here's why they may want to pass on the iPhone.
How Microsoft's technological and social impacts have changed the world
Microsoft's is more than a tech company. It has had a profound global impact on cultures, communities, and governments around the world.
iTeknic Active Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones review: The affordable Surface Headphone alternative
iTeknics $48 Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones may be the affordable alternative to Microsoft's $300 Surface Headphones.
How and why Microsoft should bring a (telephony-enabled) Windows 10X device to our pockets
I believe Microsoft is still pursuing its Pocket PC vision with plans to bring a Windows 10X-powered Surface Duo-like device to our pockets in the future. And building developer relationships through Android is key.
Microsoft invited me to its biggest Surface event ever — and it was AWESOME!
Last week Microsoft sponsored my wife and me at its biggest Surface event ever, and it was amazing!
WIMAXIT's 15.6-inch HDR touchscreen monitor review: The more touchscreen the merrier
WIMAXIT's 15.6 portable touch monitor adds valuable screen real estate to the "mobile office" of the laptop-wielding road warrior. The convenience of "more screen" does come with some downsides, however.
ITeknics 2nd-gen ANC Bluetooth headphones review: Affordable alternative to Surface Headphones
ITecknic's second-gen Bluetooth headphones bring better build quality, improved sound, and great battery life, and they offer budget shoppers a Surface Headphone alternative. But there are compromises.
UrbanEars Pampas Bluetooth Headphones review: A minimalistic design with maximum sound
UrbanEars over the ear Bluetooth headphones offer great sound and comfort in a minimalistic package that is both visually and tactually appealing at a price that won't break the bank.
5 reasons why Surface Go is better than iPad for students (and 3 reasons it's not)
Microsoft's pitting Surface Go against Apple's newest iPad in the education sector. Here are some pros and cons.
Microsoft's moral stance on facial recognition is good for everyone (especially Microsoft)
Microsoft is making a bold ethical stand for the responsible use of facial recognition tech - but it's not all about being the "good guy."
How Google is beating Microsoft in the cross-platform cloud
Microsoft and Amazon are the world's leading cloud providers. Google's cross-platform, open source, hybrid cloud solution may have something to say about that.
14 affordable gadgets Jason Ward uses every day
This is the budget-friendly tech Windows Central columnist Jason Ward has in his personal computing arsenal.
iTeknic Bluetooth Headphones review: Budget buds with impressive battery life
iTeknic is a company you may not have heard of, but its affordable Bluetooth headphones, though imperfect, are worth a $26.
How the U.S. military plans to use HoloLens 2 to gain an edge in warfare
Microsoft's Augmented Reality headset, HoloLens, is headed to the battlefield to make U.S. troops more efficient. And not everyone is happy.
