Amidst the massive smartphone movement (RIM, Apple, HTC, Android OS, etc.), Microsoft, a technological powerhouse, has been pushed to the background of the mainstream.
Let us never forget Windows, who changed operating systems for ever, or Bill Gates, who was the richest man in the world at a time. Compiled is a collection of Microsoft innovations with hopes that we will always remember the trailblazers for computers everywhere.
Implications - Browsing through these Microsoft innovations, you will find sneak peeks at retail stores, amazing self-powered tech homes, badass gadgets and plenty of advertisements. Microsoft will surely surprise you with some of the awesome things it has accomplished over the years.
40 Microsoft Innovations
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Self-Powered Tech Homes
Microsoft Unveils the Futuristic New American Home (UPDATE)
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Cross-Branded Computer Clothing
'Softwear' by Microsoft
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Microsoft-Style Windows for Your Home
Fenestra 3.1 Window
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Intelligent Whiteboards
Microsoft TouchWall
36
Sneak Peeks at Retail Stores
Microsoft Store Plans Leak From Lippicott
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Microsoft Entertainment Hotels
Hotel Sax Chicago Has Guest Zunes, Xboxes
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Arc Mouse
Stylish Collapsible Input by Microsoft
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Mega Gadget Hybrids
X-Box 360 Handheld Is Microsoft Zune + X-Box 360 + Cell Phone
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Viral Microblogging Buyouts
Microsoft Acquires Twitter, the Blogosphere Erupts
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Marketing Against Google
Microsoft Bing Commercial Highlights Mouse-Over Search
30
Force Sensing Technology
Microsoft One Upping Apple?
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Microsoft Branding Blunders
"I'm A PC" Ads Made on a Mac
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Mainstream Gadget Glitches
Microsoft Zune Freezes with ‘Z2K9'
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Comedian Tech Endorsements
Seinfeld for Microsoft (UPDATE)
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User Created Xbox 360 Games
Microsoft Wants Users to Get Creative
25
Dramatic Game Promos
Microsoft Xbox Gears of War 2: “Last Day”
24
Computers for Boomers
Microsoft Senior PC + Ad-Funded PCs
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Multiplying MP3 Platforms
Microsoft Expands ZuneHD Entertainment Services to XBox Live
22
Search Engine Rivalries
Microsoft Launches Bing to Out-Do Google
21
Operating System Sneak Peaks
Windows 7 Beta Link Leaked, Microsoft Servers Fail
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Online Space Data
Microsoft and NASA Are 'Out of This World' Competition For Google Earth
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Interactive Songwriting Software
Microsoft Songsmith Matches Background Music to Your Vocals
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Computing Tryware
Microsoft Says You Can Pay as You Go
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Microsoft Surface Launches
April 17 with AT & T
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Masterpiece MP3s
The Microsoft Zune 30GB is Ready For Battle With iPod
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Mice for Any Surface
Microsoft Explorer Mini Mouse with Blue Track
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Wearable Computer Mice
Upcoming Microsoft Mouse
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Comedic Microsoft Ads
Jerry Seinfeld and Bill Gates Commercial #2
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Microsoft Ad Makeovers
Brand New "I'm a PC" Commercials
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$300 Million Comedic Rebuttals
Microsoft Responds to Mac with Jerry Seinfeld
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Online Bazaars for Mobile Phones
Microsoft Takes On Apple With Cell Phone App Store
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Computer-Branded Cell Phones
Is a Microsoft Smartphone Just Talk, Or is Bill Gates On the Line?
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Corporate Greenlite Giveaways
Free CFL Bulbs for Microsoft Employees
7
Commercial Breakups
Microsoft Dumps Seinfeld from Ads
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All-in-One Digital Entertainment
Microsoft Zune (UPDATE)
5
Controller-less Games
Microsoft ‘Project Natal' Makes Xbox Games Without Controllers
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Recession-Fueled Entrepreneurs
Former Microsoft Employees Head Out On Their Own
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Egging CEOs
Student Attacks Microsoft's Steve Balmer
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Ergonomic Ultra Mobile PC
Jean Hong's Microsoft Pix-L
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Virtual Pink Slips
Read-Only E-Mails Sent to Ex-Microsoft Staffers Giving Them the Boot
Related Ideas
Co-Branded Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone x Galaxy Concept by Michael Ma Combines Aesthetics
Industrial Cellphone Concepts
The Nokia N90 x Nothing Concept by Viet Doan Duc is Retro and Modern
Advanced Pro-Grade Gamer Consoles
The Conceptual 'Tingting GO' Handheld Gaming Console is Powerful
Transparent Power Banks
The Nothing Phone (2) Power Bank is Intricate and Interesting
Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts
This Sony PlayStation XPERIA Smartphone is Built for Play
Color-Infused Glass Smartphones
The Apple iPhone iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Have a 48MP Main Camera
Nostalgic Updated Flip Phones
Motorola Marks 95th Anniversary with Exclusive Razr+ Bundle
Rotating Button Panel Smartphones
The Conceptual 'PHONE ONE' by Wayne Lu Adapts to Usage Needs
Angled Dual-Display Smartwatches
This Apple Watch Concept by Tien Hung Optimizes Efficiency
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Nostalgic Flip Phone Concepts
The Nokia N90 by Viet Doan Duc Reimagines a Vintage Design
Motion-Sensing Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Nova' Handheld Game Console is Sensor-Laden
AI Product Image Generators
Google Product Studio Uses Generative AI to Create Product Images
Multifunctional Power Bank Concepts
Abeer Mahadane Designs the Audio1 Concept Inspired by Braun
Millennium-Inspired Cellphones
These New Nokia Phones are Nostalgic with Modern Features
Blazing-Fast Business Professional Laptops
The Latest Lenovo ThinkPads Come in Five Model Choices
High-Power Handheld Gaming Consoles
The OneXPlayer X1 Has a 10-95-Inch Display
Illuminated Mirror Power Banks
The Conceptual 'Mica' Power Bank Has a Multifunctional Design
Hybrid Professional Power Banks
The 'BOLD 2' Power Bank Charges Six Devices at Once
Expanded Chinese Technology Lines
Xiaomi Debuts a Range of Home and Tech Products for Consumers
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Gesture-Controlling Smart Tech
The Wow Mouse App Transforms Android Smartwatches into Controllers
AI-Powered Smartwatch Designs
Crossbeats Unveils the New 'Crossbeats Nexus' Smartwatch
Folding Ambidextrous Mouse Concepts
The Microsoft Form Travel Mouse by Carl Betterley is Compact
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Virtually Outfitted Landmarks
JD Sports Dressed Big Ben in a Nuptse 1996 Jacket by The North Face
Niche Search Engine Tools
Global Explorer Helps Users Discover and Dive Deeper into Topics
Power-Providing Smartphone Stands
The 'Solove' Power Bank Maximizes Mobility Productivity
Geometric Gamer Laptop Concepts
This Conceptual Dell Gaming Laptop Series by Wei-Yi Li is Stylish
AI-Powered Gaming Laptops
The 2024 Razer Blade 14 Showcases Gaming Excellence at CES 2024
AI-Powered Shopping Tools
Google AI Now Allows Shoppers to Browse AI Product Recommendations
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
Updated Modern Technology Logos
The Nokia Logo Gets a New Refreshing Typeface Update
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Millennium Operating System Sweaters
The Microsoft Windows Ugly Sweater: Bliss Edition is Geeky
Brainstorming Business Idea Tools
IdeaMate is the Solution to Fighting Stale Business Ideas
Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones
The Minimalist Phone Has a Juxtaposing Design Language
Co-Browsing Shopping Platforms
buywith's Next Gen Co-Browsing Patent Helps Customers Shop Together
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Portable Gaming Computers
ASUS Unveiled the 'ROG Ally' Windows-Based Handheld Computer
Window-Cleaning Robots
Winbot W2 Will Leave Your Windows Spotless
Heiress-Created Homeware Collections
Walmart is Launching Paris Hilton's Be An Icon Collection
Cross-Functional Device Tools
Motorola and Lenovo Present the Smart Connect Tool at MWC
Angular Flagship Smartphone Models
The Xiaomi 14 and 14 Pro Have the Latest Qualcomm Processor
Multipurpose Lifestyle Tablets
The iScream Homelearn Book Works in Many Orientations
Cyberpunk-Inspired Power Banks
The AOHI Starship Has a 40,000mAh Capacity and More
AI Mother's Day Campaigns
Showcase is Simplifying Mother's Day Shopping with ChatGPT
Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual iPhone Vision by Antonio De Rosa is Robust
Next-Generation Battery Systems
XING Mobility Unveiling Its Immersion Cooling Technology
Wearable PC Keyboard Controllers
The Grab Shell is a New Multifunctional Handheld Keyboard Design
AI-Powered Retail Tools
Walmart is Introducing a New Series of AI Tools for Customer Experience
Mobile Supportive Syncing Features
Microsoft Begins Launching iOS Support for Phone Link
E-Ink Digital Wall Displays
Chester Chen Designs the Fusion to Maximize Productivity
AI-Powered Learning Features
Quizlet's AI-Powered Tools Transform Student Learning
Elegant Working Desk Concepts
The Mindset: Built-In Computer Desk by Designer Dot is Efficient
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
AI Journaling Applications
Microsoft's 'Journal' Uses AI to Enhance Notetaking and Reflection
Instant Noodle-Inspired PCs
Aftershock Presents a New Range of Food-Themed Computer Designs
AI-Powered Marketing Tools
This E-Commerce Tool Uses Customer Data to Project Reward Impacts
AI Note-Taking Apps
PowerNotes Remembers The Things you're Likely to Forget
Affordable Flagship-Inspired Smartphones
The TCL 40 Series NXTVISION Includes Three Models
AI Search Engines
ThinkAny Uses Advance Technology To Do More Than Search Keywords
MP3 Player Smartphone Wallpapers
These iPod Wallpapers Transform the iPhone into a Retro Device
Unique Dual-Boot Laptops
Lenovo's Latest Hybrid Laptop Combines Windows and Android in One
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
Dedicated Chatbot Apps
The Android Version Of Microsoft's 'Copilot' Offers Versatile Tools
Bespoke AI-Powered Art
Coke Asks Consumers to Create AI-Generated Art with its New AI Platform
Artful Diverse Gaming Backgrounds
The Xbox Celebrates Collection Honors Cultural Heritage
Connected Productivity Assistant Timers
The 'Focush' Productivity Timer Keeps Users Focused
AI-Driven Pizza Innovations
Domino's® and Microsoft Join Forces for Smarter Pizza Orders
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Sustainable Technology Accessories
The Samsung Galaxy x MSFTSrep Eco-conscious Collection is Chic
Easily Customizable Laptops
Lenovo's New Laptop Features an E-Ink Display
Power-Efficient Smartphone Ranges
The Nokia C22 and C32 Offer Three Days of Battery Life
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Stealthy Modern Luxe Smartphones
The Infinix Note 40 Smartphone Has Ultra-Fast Charging
Expansive AI Dictionaries
Latest AI Tools Holds All-Things AI in One Convenient Place
Foldable Flagship Smartphone Models
The OnePlus Open Prioritizes Mobile Productivity
Co-Branded Inclusive Packaging Apps
Haleon and Microsoft Join Forces to Enhance Accessibility
AI-powered News Curators
Brief is a News Organizing Tool That You Can Personalize
AI-Powered Search Snippets
Microsoft Introduces the Chat GPT-4 Powered Caption Snippets for Bing
AI-Powered Wheeled Robots
LG Previews a Smart Robot on Wheels for Home Monitoring Purposes
AI-Powered Industrial Copilots
Siemens and Microsoft Launch AI-Powered Industrial Copilot
AI-Generated Image Art
Bing's AI Chatbot Can Now Generate DALL-E Images Using Descriptions
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Automated Smart Home Lines
Marvin Launches a Smart Voice-Activated Window and Door Line
Pioneering Secondhand Search Engines
Beni Dominates Resale Marketplace with Innovative App
AI Art Generators
Google's Imagen 2 Boasts Professional Creativity
Smart Personal Assistants
24me X Uses AI to Help Users Sort Their Days
Fast AI Search Engines
Microsoft is Working with OpenAI on Integrating GPT4 Into Bing
AI-Powered Personalize Stories
Microsoft Introduces the Reading Coach Feature for Free
Inspiring Productivity Apps
Every Day Matters with Timeline - 17 and Its Unique Features
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
AI-Powered Search Engine Features
Google Presents its New Circle to Search Feature
AI Search Engines
OSO AI Scans Text Across the Expanse of the Internet
Mobile Pro-Grade AI Services
Microsoft is Bringing Copilot Pro to Android and iPhone Devices
AI-Powered Food Platforms
Samsung Food Offers Access to Recipes and More
AI-Powered Visual Searches
Poshmark Incorporates AI Technology for its Posh Lens Feature
Changemaker Automotive Campaigns
The Ford Explorer Men's Only Edition Highlights Female Innovators
Updated Tech-Brand Store Locations
The New Apple Store is at Battersea Power Station
All-in-One Productivity Apps
Evo Brands Itself as 'The Everything App'
Generative AI Infotainment Systems
Microsoft and TomTom Have Partnered for Generative AI in Cars
AI-Enhanced Map Softwares
Google Maps Announced a Suite of AI-Powered Enhancements Coming to Maps
Curated Website Inspiration
Browsing Mode is on a Mission to Spotlight Beautiful Website Design
Chatbot-Equipped Mobile Keyboards
Microsoft is Augmenting SwiftKey with an Updated Bing Chatbot
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Classroom-Ready Laptop Ranges
The Latest Lenovo Laptops Support Immersive Education
AI-Powered Visual Support
Be My Eyes and Microsoft Use AI to Help Blind and Low-Vision Customers
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
AI Game Development Partnerships
Microsoft is Teaming Up with Inworld AI on Future Game Testing
AI Chatbot Personality Options
Bing's AI Chatbot by Microsoft Gets Personality Developments
AI-Powered Autonomous Applications
The Microsoft 365 Copilot Functions on AI Technology
Standardized AI Keyboards
Microsoft is Aiming to Add a 'Copilot Key' to Windows Keyboards
AI-Boosted Enterprise Tools
The 'Innovation Assistant' Assists Ideation and Implementation
Streamlined Creative Work Apps
Nvidia Develops an All-in-one App with a Sleek Interface
AI-Powered Browser CoPilots
Microsoft Edge Launches a New AI CoPilot System to the Browser
AI-Enabled Cloud File Management
Microsoft is Unveiling OneDrive AI Plans at Upcoming Event
AI-Powered Video Advertisements
YouTube is Utilizing AI to Enhance its Advertising Approaches
Browser-Based AI-Voice Chats
Microsoft Adds a New AI-Fuelled Voice to Bing Chat on Desktops
India-Based Refurbishing Brands
ReFit Global Sources Phones for Affordable Second-Hand Reselling
Ethical AI Commitments
Samsung's Ethical AI Aims to Pioneer a Positive Impact
AI-Powered File Searches
Dropbox Dash Helps to Find Files Stored Across Connected Services
Provocative Eco Screensavers
Planet-Saving Screen Savers Encourage Switching Off Devices
Thought-Organizing AI Assistants
Sort My Thoughts Helps Users Stay Organized
Visually Inclusive Smartphone Features
Apple Adds the New Bold Assistive Access Feature
Internet-Connected Chatbot Asssistants
Microsoft is Releasing Bing Chat on Chrome and Safari
Personalized AI Productivity Platforms
The 'MindOS' Personal AI Automates Everyday Tasks
Carbon-Aware Game Console Updates
Microsoft Has Started Launching the Carbon Aware Function
AI-Fuelled Browser Sidebars
Microsoft Windows Copilot is Available for Windows 11 Insiders
Accessible Home Services Marketplaces
Urban Company Recently Made Its Platform More Accessible
Efficient Picture Search Tools
Bookmarks Ninja Has Advanced Indexing Capabilities to Find Photos
Multiplatform Privacy Browsers
DuckDuckGo Official Debuted its Privacy Browser on Windows
Enhanced Note-Taking Apps
The Sticky Notes App Has Been Updated with a New Modern Design
No-Network Dependent Browsing Tools
Google Unveils the More Helpful Suggestions Feature
Organized Listed Article Platforms
The Pocket Service Unveils a Plethora of New Features
Mobile Slot-Style Games
Gaming Realms Launches the Slingo Bingoton Game with Paddy Power
Presidential Note Campaigns
Joe Biden Launches a New Boomer-Focused Campaign Using the Notes App
Computer Evolution Museums
Evolution Museum Explores Iconic Computers Through History