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Build 2016: Office apps for Hololens, Microsoft Graph and more

On the second Day of its Build developers conference, Microsoft has announced new Office-specific opportunities for developers.

Build 2016: Here's what Microsoft has in store for gaming

If you're a gamer of game developer, Build 2016 has some interesting news for you. Updates to UWP notwithstanding, gaming advancements pale in comparison to the bot framework and even Ink.

Build 2016: Microsoft presents Cortana Bots, Cognitive Services APIs and more

Build 2016: What Microsoft could possibly present this year?

We’re already down through the first quarter of the calendar year 2016. This month, we’ve seen Google announce Android N, Apple launch a new smaller smartphone. But what about Microsoft? Well, Build 2016 is here. The annual conference of the world’s largest software maker happens around this time every year. And there’s lots to expect.

Microsoft HoloLens demos leaked on Twitter; Holo version of Start Menu spotted

Twitter user WalkingCat, known for his Microsoft related leaks, released a few videos demonstrating Actiongram, a mixed reality app. Also leaked were a demo of a HoloLens version of Microsoft's Start Menu as well as some sort of Bluetooth clicker to aid in navigating the UI.

Augmented Reality showcased at TED talk by Microsoft's HoloLens and Silicon Valley startup Meta

Microsoft inventor Alex Kipman was joined by holograms at a renowned TED gathering here on Thursday as he gave a glimpse into a future where computer screens are relics.

Microsoft's HoloLens has edge over Google Glass: Study

A comparative study of Google and Microsoft smart glasses by Britain-based market research firm Juniper Research has found that the Microsoft's HoloLens will be better poised at dominating the market by 2020, a media report said.

Apple building secret team to work on virtual reality: Report

Apple has assembled a large team of experts in virtual and augmented reality and built prototypes of headsets that could one day rival Facebook's Oculus Rift or Microsoft's Hololens, the Financial Times reported.

Microsoft working on RoomAlive for immersive augmented entertainment, holographic calls

While the buzz for Microsoft’s virtual reality headset HoloLens is strong, Microsoft Research shared the details of an on-going project -- RoomAlive.

Tech2Talk: A look at how the year 2015 has been for technology

We've finally reached the end of the year. It's time for resolutions and resolves. But, looking back, there have been several announcements and developments that have been significant. The Tech2 team sat down for a discussion, and here are our list that stood out for the impact and potential to cast a last impression in our approach to technology.