Microsoft Windows phones and tablets

Windows is the overwhelmingly dominant desktop operating system in the business world, but its mobile versions have struggled to replicate that success. Still, Windows mobile devices continue to add enterprise features for end users and IT. The resources in this section explain how to evaluate Windows phones and tablets and to make them part of a successful enterprise mobility initiative.

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News 27 Sep 2021
Microsoft designs latest Surface models for Windows 11

The Surface hardware is better suited for Teams, which will come standard on the new OS. The hardware will also make use of Windows 11's haptic feedback capabilities. Continue Reading
News 23 Sep 2021
Microsoft brings Thunderbolt to Surface computers

The high-speed Thunderbolt 4 port introduced in the Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Pro 8 will replace the USB-C ports found in older Surface computers. Continue Reading

News 26 Aug 2021

PC shipments in the US grow, despite chip shortage

Research firm Canalys found that the education and enterprise sectors drove a significant increase in PC shipments, despite delivery delays from the global chip shortage. Continue Reading
News 30 Apr 2021

Samsung releases 2 lightweight laptops

The Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360 pair with other Samsung devices and start at $1,000 and $1,200, respectively. The 13-inch Book Pro weighs less than 2 pounds. Continue Reading
News 15 Apr 2021

Chip shortage driving up PC prices, wait times

Businesses pay more for PCs and find it difficult to replace aging ones as the ongoing chip shortage leaves computer makers scrambling for components. Continue Reading
Tip 21 Jan 2021

The best Windows tablets for business in 2021

There are plenty of viable Windows tablets for business tasks, but each tablet has unique features and components that purchase decision-makers will have to evaluate. Continue Reading
News 17 Mar 2020

Dell warns of order delays; tech buyers worry about IT supply chain

Tech buyers feared the coronavirus pandemic could rattle IT supply chains. Meanwhile, Dell warned customers of delays in fulfilling orders on time. Continue Reading
Tip 31 Jan 2020

Surface Duo brings a Windows Surface-Android partnership

The new Windows Surface Duo device promises a marriage of Google Android and Microsoft hardware, and organizations should learn how the device could help their mobile users. Continue Reading
Feature 29 Jan 2020

Rugged devices market grows as hardware gets more portable

A warehouse employee needs logistics information while wearing gloves. A delivery worker needs their device in the truck and at the door. Here's why rugged devices are on the rise. Continue Reading
Feature 07 Jan 2020

It's a foldable PC: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold hands-on preview

The much-awaited Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold headlined the vendor's CES 2020 appearance, accompanied by upgrades to two of its flagship laptops -- the ThinkPad X1 Carbon and Yoga. Continue Reading
Conference Coverage 13 Nov 2019

Microsoft Ignite 2019 conference coverage

Expect Microsoft to continue its cloud push at its annual conference for IT pros to get more organizations moving to Azure and its Office 365 collaboration platform. Continue Reading
Feature 25 Sep 2019

How to choose the right mobile device for business

Explore three criteria to look at when evaluating which mobile device is best suited for your organization. These include ease of use, as well as security and tablets vs. smartphones. Continue Reading
Opinion 29 Jul 2019

Mobility management systems evolve from MDM to EMM to UEM

Driven by the cloud, evolving mobile devices, unification and the need for better security, companies are vacating the premises and embracing unified endpoint management. Continue Reading
Answer 16 Apr 2019

Phablet vs. tablet: How can IT determine which option is best?

For mobile endpoints, IT must determine the best choice of phablet vs. tablet. IT should examine the strengths and weaknesses of each device type before making a choice. Continue Reading
Feature 11 Apr 2019

As enterprise device choice grows, so should a CYOD strategy

It's been 11 years since the iPhone came to market, but IT admins are still struggling with CYOD strategies. One reason? Choose your own device is now choose your own devices. Continue Reading
Feature 01 Aug 2018

How to implement tablets for enterprise use

To integrate tablets into the enterprise, IT needs to know more than just which tablet is the best fit. Discover the tools that can help IT enroll and maintain the new devices. Continue Reading
Opinion 01 Aug 2018

Microsoft Surface Go holds promise for the enterprise

Microsoft has failed in the tablet market before, but the Surface Go could be a promising second chance for the company. Learn its features and pricing that set it apart. Continue Reading
Answer 22 May 2018

Review Office 365 mobile app updates

As Microsoft retires some of its mobile messaging-related services and improves others, the future of its mobile presence could be in one app -- the Outlook mobile app. Continue Reading
Tip 08 Feb 2018

How to manage multi-factor authentication for Office 365

Security is a priority now more than ever. IT pros can manage MFA for Office 365 using conditional and application access to succeed with their security strategies. Continue Reading
News 10 Apr 2017

Microsoft, Google vie to be masters of the universal OS

Developers and IT admins have to manage and build apps for a multitude of different operating systems and device types. Windows 10 and Google's universal OS could change that. Continue Reading
Tip 01 Oct 2015

Tablets in healthcare: iPad Pro and Surface Pro 3 battle for top spot

Our expert breaks down how to deploy tablets in healthcare and compares the features of the iPad Pro and Surface Pro 3. Continue Reading
Quiz 27 Feb 2015

What's new in Windows 10? Test your knowledge of the new OS

Microsoft has previewed several new mobility features in Windows 10, from a universal OS to better interactions on 2-in-1 devices. See if you've been paying close attention. Continue Reading
Tip 07 Feb 2013

Surface RT review: The good, the bad and the ugly

The Surface RT tablet comes with Office and has good battery life, but it has some drawbacks, too. This Surface RT review explains the pros and cons. Continue Reading
Tip 29 Mar 2011

Security tools that can boost Windows mobile security

While mobile device security isn't easy or cheap, in today's smartphone-ridden enterprise, it's a necessity. Secure your Windows endpoints with these tools. Continue Reading
News 18 Sep 2009

Palm says goodbye to Windows Mobile devices

Palm, Inc. has announced that it is going to stop making devices based on Microsoft's Windows Mobile, and will instead focus entirely on webOS-based smartphones like the Palm Pre. Continue Reading
News 28 Jan 2009

First look at Windows Mobile 6.5

The official announcement of Windows Mobile 6.5 is expected soon, and details are starting to slip out. The latest leak takes the form of a pair of screenshots of important features of this upcoming OS. Continue Reading
News 15 Jan 2009

There will be fewer Windows Mobile models in the future

Microsoft is going to implement a new strategy for smartphones: in the future, there will be fewer models running Windows Mobile. Continue Reading
News 06 Apr 2006

Microsoft wins huge Windows Mobile operating system contract

Microsoft has won its biggest contract to date for the use of its Windows Mobile operating system. The US Census Bureau has signed up for 500,000 devices which will run Windows Mobile 5.0. The devices will be manufactured by Taiwan's High Tech Computer Corp. and be used to take the 2010 census. Continue Reading