Microsoft has today added a sync client to SkyDrive that works with Mac and Windows. Similar to DropBox, the new SkyDrive apps create a folder, called SkyDrive, which provides a native syncing functionality.
Topic: Windows Live
More SkyDrive leaks – BitLocker recovery, support for OpenDocument
More leaks have started to appear in relation to new features coming soon to Windows Live SkyDrive. The new features could be a sign that Microsoft is actually taking the much-rumoured Google Drive threat seriously.
Skydrive gets more improvements – more (paid) storage, native apps for Windows and Mac
While many scoff at the idea of SkyDrive being an actual competitor to Dropbox because it has the word “Windows Live” on it, it’s a decent product. And now, it’s about to get some more additions with paid storage increases and native applications for Windows and Mac.
Telstra ditches email service, moves to Windows Live
BigPond has announced that it will soon switch off its own email service – BigPond Email – and will be migrating its customers to Windows Live. All new customers connected on or after today will be using the new service, with other customers expected to upgraded sometime during 2012.
Windows 8 Consumer Preview coming to Australia on the 1st of March
Microsoft has finally detailed the release date and some more details for the Windows 8 ‘Consumer Preview’, also known as a public beta.
The launch will come from Mobile World Congress on February 29, US time, from between 3PM and 5PM CET, which is around 3AM AEST on March 1. Being at a mobile conference, the launch could include demos on tablets or possibly even a look at Windows Phone 8.
5+ ESSENTIAL Back To School tips to help you study
Right now, Australian school kids are going back to school after their summer holidays. However, we all know that the level and amount of study increases – especially when they enter their final years of school to complete their VCE, HSC or equivalent. Since I finished high school last year, I decided to write down how I managed to study – while, of course, balancing my time on the site.
It’s official – Microsoft dominates two-thirds of IM market
It’s now official. Microsoft now controls two-thirds of the worldwide instant messaging market share – thanks to its acquisition of Skype, according to a brand new report from security analysis firm OPSWAT.
Review: Windows 7
Let’s face it. Windows Vista was a disaster for Microsoft. Terrible reviews, unhappy customers, compatibility problems and too many people sticking with XP. So the question on everybody’s lips is: Can they redeem themselves with Windows 7? Let’s jump in and find out!
Microsoft rumoured to be working on Windows Phone 7′s “FaceTime” competitor
Microsoft is rumoured to be launching a new VoIP service that could be a strong competitor to Apple’s FaceTime service on iOS devices, for its Windows Phone 7 mobile operating system, according to leaks seen by website Neowin.
Hotmail accounts missing emails
Some Hotmail users have started the new year with a bit of frustration, as users are reporting missing emails and also email’s being sent to the Deleted mail folder.
Worried users have flocked to Microsoft’s forums for help, which currently has 476 pages of complaints.
Xbox 360 Update Preview now available for sign up
If you have an Xbox 360 and get excited by software updates listen up! Major Nelson has just announced on his blog that the Xbox Live dashboard update, which is launching with the Kinect later this year, is now accepting early registrations for testing. Read More »
Zune expands to new markets – brings movie rentals to Aussie gamers
Big news from Redmond for gamers, and those who use their Xbox 360s as a media hub. Microsoft has decided to extend its Zune platform to more markets – despite the fact that the Zune player is only available (officially) in the United States.
Office for Mac 2011 reaches RTM stage
Mac users who prefer Microsoft Office than iWork will certainly rejoice on this news. The latest version, Office for Mac 2011, has reached Release to Manufacturing or RTM stage, meaning that the entire development for the office suite is now complete.
Microsoft releases Windows Live Essentials Beta
After seeing what are the new things in Windows Live Messenger, we were hanging on our seats to see when Microsoft will release the beta version of the next installment of Windows Live Essentials. Now, we know the date. It’s now.
Microsoft reveals new Hotmail
Hotmail is going to get some improvements soon as part of a major overhaul of Windows Live (dubbed Wave 4), including some brand new features in an attempt to compete better with rivals Yahoo and Google.