02/05/2017
Microsoft Makes Major Announcements at EDU Event
Microsoft held an event at New York City earlier today. Among the announcements:
- Microsoft’s answer to Chrome OS: Windows 10S. This new operating system is a streamlined and secured version of Windows 10. It runs sandboxed apps and doesn’t require expensive hardware.
- Acer, Asus, Dell, Fujitsu, HP, Samsung and Toshiba are all working on Windows 10 S devices. Entry-level Windows 10 S devices will start at $189.
- Microsoft Teams now designed for schools, will hook students with emoji, stickers, and GIFs
- The company announced it is bringing Microsoft Office to the Windows Store.This is the full Win32 version of Office. Target date: June
- Microsoft today announced Code Builder for Minecraft: Education Edition. This new extension will teach kids how to code with the help of an assistant within the building block video game.
- Microsoft revealed the Surface Laptop, a new device aimed at taking on devices running on Google’s Chrome OS. Base price: $999