productivity software

Microsoft's release of Office 2024 has reignited the debate between opting for a one-time purchase versus subscribing to Microsoft 365. This article delves into the features, benefits, and potential drawbacks of Office 2024, helping you determine if it's the right fit for your productivity...

Microsoft's ambitious integration of artificial intelligence into its productivity suite through Microsoft 365 Copilot has recently come under scrutiny. The National Advertising Division (NAD) of the BBB National Programs has recommended that Microsoft revise certain advertising claims related...

Microsoft has quietly advanced its artificial intelligence integration in workplace productivity by bringing Copilot Notebooks to OneNote for enterprise customers, signaling the next chapter of AI-powered knowledge management within Microsoft 365. Although still in preview, Copilot Notebooks is...

In a strategic move to unify its productivity and AI initiatives, Microsoft has appointed LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky to oversee its consumer and small business productivity software division. This newly formed "Productivity and Business Processes" group encompasses flagship products such as...

In a landscape where artificial intelligence is moving from the realm of innovation into workplace routine, Microsoft’s Copilot has emerged as a star—an AI-powered digital assistant designed to supercharge productivity across the Microsoft 365 suite. But with big promises come big...

In the rapidly evolving business and productivity software landscape of Australia, a handful of established brands continue to outpace the competition, both in terms of user engagement and technological innovation. As Q4 2024 drew to a close, Sensor Tower’s in-depth analytics painted a...

In a significant organizational shake-up that speaks volumes about Microsoft’s strategy for its next era of productivity software, the tech giant has appointed LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky to lead its flagship productivity division. This high-profile move places Roslansky at the helm of one of...

In a significant organizational shift, Microsoft has expanded LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky's responsibilities to include oversight of its Office suite, encompassing flagship products like Word, Excel, and the AI-driven tool, Copilot. This move, announced in a recent memo from Microsoft CEO Satya...

With artificial intelligence woven into the fabric of productivity software and daily workflows, users are no longer simply asking which AI is “smarter”—the question now is: which AI tool is the best sidekick for real-life tasks? In the contest between Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, many...

Few events in the software industry carry the transformative weight of a senior leadership reshuffle at a tech giant like Microsoft—especially when that change spans legendary productivity tools and the heart of today’s AI-driven work revolution. Microsoft’s decision to expand Ryan Roslansky’s...

Microsoft has officially elevated its artificial intelligence offerings within Microsoft 365 Copilot, rolling out the long-awaited Researcher and Analyst agents to all users with a Copilot license. These tools, first introduced in a preview phase through the company’s Frontier program, are more...

Microsoft's Notepad, a staple of the Windows operating system since 1983, has long been cherished for its simplicity and speed. However, recent updates have transformed this minimalist text editor into a more versatile and powerful tool, aligning it with modern user expectations and workflows...

Designing interfaces that truly address the realities of temporal work—spanning activities, contexts, and interruptions—has long been a fundamental challenge for productivity software, especially as meetings increasingly structure knowledge work. As Microsoft pivots towards AI-first experiences...

Microsoft’s evolving approach to artificial intelligence in Windows 11 is reshaping some of the most familiar desktop experiences—Paint, Notepad, and the Snipping Tool—with an infusion of smart automation and generative capabilities. Far from a sweeping reinvention or bloated overhaul, these...

For many PC users, choosing the right productivity suite comes down to a simple question: Do ongoing subscription fees really offer enough value to justify the expense, or is a lifetime license for Microsoft Office still the better buy? As Microsoft 365 subscription plans have become the default...

For generations, Notepad has been the plainest of digital canvases—a simple, minimalist environment favored by writers, coders, and note-takers for its speed and lack of distraction. That legacy is being profoundly reshaped. Microsoft is officially testing an ambitious AI-powered text generation...

Microsoft Word’s spell check, an iconic feature that has saved countless documents from embarrassing typos since the late 20th century, might soon seem like a relic next to the next evolutionary leap in productivity software: “idea check.” Microsoft, leveraging its colossal lead in generative...

Microsoft’s annual Build conference has long served as the stage for some of the most significant announcements in the Windows ecosystem, with 2025 being no exception. This year, the spotlight shines unequivocally on Copilot—a suite of artificial intelligence capabilities now more closely...

Microsoft PowerToys has evolved into one of the most powerful collections of utilities available for Windows 10 and Windows 11, yet a surprising number of users remain unaware of its potential. Designed for those who crave greater control, automation, and efficiency in their daily Windows...

Across the increasingly competitive landscape of productivity software, Microsoft Office 2021 Professional has maintained its status as the industry standard for businesses, educators, and individual users alike. So, when headlines promise the full suite available for only €27—a price that...