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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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