Windows Core OS

Cutting to the core

What the heck is Windows Core OS? Here's a not-so-brief explainer.

Zac Bowden 2 weeks ago 133

Keep up with everything Windows Core OS with our handy guide that explains everything you need to know.

Recorded July 26 2019

Windows Central Podcast 143: Microsoft leaks Windows Lite

Zac Bowden 2 weeks ago 2

This week on the Windows Central Podcast: Microsoft leaks Windows Lite bits, a new Xbox Dashboard is coming soon, and much more

Office UWP + Windows Lite?

Do Microsoft's Office UWP apps have a future on Windows Core OS?

Zac Bowden 3 weeks ago 41

Can Windows Lite be the savior that Office UWP needs? A lightweight OS experience complemented by a lightweight Office experience could be the way to go, and the UWP apps are already suited for that.

Google Play nice

These Android apps could really help 'Windows Lite' succeed

Sean Endicott 1 month ago 40

Upcoming Windows devices might have the ability to run Android apps, but which Android apps would help Windows the most? We have some thoughts.

Thinking aloud

Would Android support on Centaurus really help Windows Lite succeed?

Zac Bowden 1 month ago 72

Could the ability to run Android apps on Windows Core OS help it succeed? It's possible.

iPad vs Surface

Apple's iPadOS could challenge the Surface for average consumers

Daniel Rubino 1 month ago 62

Apple's iPadOS is mostly in name right now, but it shows the company is pivoting to make the iPad a serious contender for modern "light" computing. With trackpad and mouse support more people will see it as an alternative to Surface. And what about Windows Lite, Windows on ARM - will it matter? All that but a robust discussion on UWP, JavaScript and Electron on this episode of #...

Recorded May 31 2019

Windows Central Podcast 135: A sort of WCOS announcement

Zac Bowden 2 months ago 16

This week on the Windows Central Podcast: a modern OS, silly UWP hot takes, and everything Computex!

It's all very vague

What is Microsoft's new 'modern OS' all about?

Zac Bowden 2 months ago 62

Microsoft has started talking about a new modern OS that it hopes to build for new device types in the future. Is this a pipe dream, or is it something Microsoft has actually been working on? Let's find out.

It's starting

Microsoft begins building a narrative for Windows Core OS

Zac Bowden 2 months ago 83

We've been following along with Microsoft's secret Windows Core OS project since 2017, and now Microsoft is finally starting to talk about it, albeit discretely.

The Future is Here

Hands-on with HoloLens 2 and its Windows Core OS

Zac Bowden 2 months ago 19

We go hands-on with HoloLens 2 at Build 2019 to detail all the new improvements and changes being made to HoloLens OS. Announced at Mobile World Congress in February, the HoloLens 2 is Microsoft's second-generation holographic computer, aimed primarily at businesses in need of unique computing experiences for workers. It's also a technical marvel.

news recap

#WeekInMicrosoft No. 10 - PCs with foldable screens, Cortana, and Sony

Daniel Rubino 2 months ago 6

We're recapping the major news stories for Microsoft and Windows. This week we're talking about PCs with foldable displays, why Sony is teaming up with Microsoft, and so much for Chromebooks with Windows 10 - was that even a thing?

Not imminent

Why you won't see 'Windows Lite' at Microsoft Build 2019

Zac Bowden 3 months ago 67

Microsoft's 'Windows Lite' won't be announced at Build. So when exactly should you expect to see it officially?

Missed it by that much

Samsung's Galaxy Fold woes validate Microsoft's Surface Andromeda caution

Jason Ward 3 months ago 146

Microsoft's placing its Surface Andromeda folding pocket PC on the back burner angered fans, but may have avoided folding displays inherent weaknesses and the accompanying PR nightmare Samsung and its Galaxy Fold are experiencing.