Latest articles by Jason Ward
Why Microsoft isn't making a smartphone, even though you want one
Microsoft will never make another smartphone, that time is passed. But it's not done with mobile.
Why the race to deploy 5G networks matters to Microsoft
Microsoft's ambitious personal computing plan,from cloud computing to always connected PC's, rests on the advent of 5G networks.
How Google is beating Microsoft in the cross-platform cloud
Microsoft and Amazon are the world's leading cloud providers. Google's cross-platform, open source, hybrid cloud solution may have something to say about that.
HoloLens 2 could represent Microsoft's next significant step in mobile
HoloLen creator Alex Kipman famously stated "smartphones are dead." An appearance of HoloLens 2 at Mobile World Congress may be the beginning of the smartphones end.
Microsoft isn't trying to be cool, its 'empowerment' strategy is about making others cool
Many people bemoan Microsoft's lack of a "cool factor". But Microsoft isn't trying to be cool, its making others cool.
Why progressive web apps (PWAs) may ultimately benefit Google more than Microsoft
The hybrid web-app solution, progressive web app, is touted as the possible solution to Microsoft's app gap; but it may do more good for Google than for Microsoft.
Microsoft's NFL partnership puts spotlight on Surface on and off the gridiron
Microsoft's Surface and NFL partnership shows the power of Surface on the field and off, in the personal lives of many of its top players.
Microsoft WILL release a Surface 'phone' — but it could take a while
Microsoft's Surface 'phone' strategy is long-term and includes many parts, but the company will launch such a device once all the pieces are in place.
How 5G and Progressive Web Apps may fix Microsoft's app gap
Microsoft's app gap is a problem 5G, Progressive Web Apps and more advanced processors may be able to solve.
Tech terminology check: Is it Windows Phone or Windows phone?
Some people write Windows Phone (capital "p") while others write Windows phone. Some say Windows Mobile, and others say Windows 10 Mobile. What gives?
How Surface Go is paving the way to Surface Andromeda
Microsoft's mobile-focused Surface Go is paving the road for Surface Andromeda inferred Surface creator Panos Panay.
Microsoft's riskiest (and most exciting) investments in the future
Microsoft investments in risky future-focused technologies may be a setup for success or irrelevance.
How Microsoft and Kroger plan to use the cloud to revolutionize the modern shopping experience
Microsoft's and grocery chain Kroger's pilot collaboration is merging the traditional and digital shopping experience in interesting ways that may be setting the tone for the future.
Intel's dual-screen 'Tiger Rapids' concept PC isn't for consumers - it's for PC makers
Intel doesn't want you to have its dual screen Tiger Rapids concept PC. OEM versions are a different story.
Microsoft invited me to its biggest Surface event ever — and it was AWESOME!
Last week Microsoft sponsored my wife and me at its biggest Surface event ever, and it was amazing!
Microsoft's Surface phone should be much more than just a 'phone'
"No one wants Win32 desktop apps on a Surface 'phone.'"
Windows phone didn't fail because of Live Tiles
Live Tiles have taken a lot of heat from Windows phone critics and blamed for Microsoft's mobile woes. But they're actually the best thing about the platform.
Microsoft's Phone Companion and cross-platform apps are its Windows phone plan B
If Windows Phone fails, Microsoft's Phone Companion may ensure their success in mobile. If you can't beat'em, make'em join you.
Today's smartphones are PCs — that's a challenge (and opportunity) for Microsoft
Samsung's Infinity Flex Display confirms smartphones are tablet PCs and this is an opportunity for Microsoft.
Technology and health: What you should be thankful for this year
As we celebrate Thanksgiving there are many advances in technology that benefit humanity that we should be grateful for.
Cortana's future is uncertain, but what about Microsoft's bots strategy?
With Cortana's troubled future and Progressive Web Apps on the horizon, does Microsoft's bots strategy still have a future?
Microsoft's Surface Pro is a laptop no matter what anyone says
Microsoft says Surface Pro is the most versatile laptop. Senior Editor Zac says its a tablet. I think it's a laptop and here's why.
Microsoft's HoloLens and Surface creators may be the company's secret weapons
As Microsoft struggles to maintain its personal computing relevance its Surface and HoloLens creators may be its secret weapons.
