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Microsoft's new Xbox night mode lets users dim controller's LED brightness
The Xbox night mode allows for a lot of customization, including different dimming levels and an optional blue light filter
Microsoft in talks to buy stake in OYO: Sources
OYO's survival through the COVID crisis and resurgence shows that it is a company with strong fundamentals and high value potential
Microsoft adds Android apps to Windows 11 using Amazon's appstore
Apps will be listed in the new Windows Store
Internet Explorer to 'retire' on June 15, 2022: Microsoft
Once the most-used web browser, Internet Explorer had been on a steady downward trajectory for nearly two decades
Microsoft to let employees work from home permanently: Report
In its memo, the company said it is possible for its workers to relocate across the United States or perhaps even overseas
Microsoft adds gaming firm ZeniMax Media to XBox kitty
ZeniMax is the parent of Bethesda Softworks, publisher of popular game franchises including Dishonored, Doom, Fallout and Elder Scrolls.
US government not upfront about hackers targeting elections, so Congress relies on tech firms for alerts
With the Trump administration blocking what Congress learns about election threats, private companies are called upon to fill the breach.
Trump still scrutinising Oracle-TikTok deal, regrets that US won’t get a slice of the pie
Some Republicans raise concerns that ByteDance would maintain access to information on the 100 million TikTok users in the US.
US government considers Oracle's bid for TikTok, but China says deal won't go through
The bid would be handled by a government panel that reviews foreign transactions for national security concerns.
Microsoft warns of Russia, China hackers' attempts to influence US elections
Foreign activity groups have stepped up efforts targeting the election as had been anticipated, Microsoft corporate vice president Tom Burt.