Microsoft’s Xbox cloud ambitions appear to be entering a new phase: executives are publicly acknowledging that many subscribers use Xbox Cloud Gaming primarily for streaming, and Microsoft is actively exploring a lower-cost, cloud-only entry point that would decouple xCloud access from the full...
Microsoft is testing a bold new strategy for its flagship productivity suite—a free, ad-supported version of Microsoft 365 desktop apps. If you’ve ever wished you could access Word, Excel, and PowerPoint without paying the subscription fee, this experiment might catch your attention. But there’s...
In a surprising twist that could reshape how many of us think about productivity, Microsoft has quietly launched an ad-supported version of its desktop Office suite for Windows. This new offering—covering familiar apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—comes without the monthly subscription fee...
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Microsoft’s office suite just took a bold—and controversial—turn. With its new ad-supported version of Office exclusively for Windows 11, the tech giant is experimenting with a free productivity tool that comes with a significant catch: all documents can only be saved to OneDrive. This new...
Microsoft is once again stirring the pot in the software world by testing a novel, ad-supported version of its classic Office suite exclusively for Windows users. This experimental release—initially spotted in India—aims to provide a free alternative to the traditional, subscription-based...
In a bold twist that could reshape how we think about productivity software, Microsoft recently conducted a limited-time test, offering its Office apps for free on Windows. This move—providing ad-supported access to core productivity tools—has sparked considerable discussion among users and...
In a surprising move aimed at shaking up its long-standing subscription model, Microsoft has quietly introduced a free, ad-supported version of Office—now rebranded as Microsoft 365. While this new offering might seem like a dream come true for budget-conscious users, the fine print reveals...