Microsoft wants passwordless access to become the new normal in 2021
In a new blog post, Microsoft's Alex Simons Corporate Vice President, Microsoft Identity Program Management, is calling to make passwordless access the new normal in 2021.
Windows Hello
First Surface Laptop Go firmware release targets fingerprint reader improvements
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go owners are getting treated to the device's first-ever firmware update today, which's bringing some improvements to the Windows Hello experience among other things. The Surface Laptop Go has been on the market for about two months ... Read more
How to disable your lock screen permanently on Windows 10
When you power up your Windows 10 PC, the lock screen also adds an additional keypress to the login process. The lock screen is the screen you see when you lock or restart your Windows 10 PC or when your ... Read more
Microsoft Secured-core enabled PCs include HP, Dell, Lenovo and Surface Pro X
This process and data are hardware-isolated away from Windows
HP emphasizes mobility and security with new HP Spectre x360 13 release in October, 2019
The HP Spectre has been a top-rated consumer laptop over the past few years and HP's latest iteration continues to build on that growing mindshare with the HP Spectre x360 13.
Lenovo Ideapad S940: Bringing mobile to the laptop
Starting at $1,3999 There is arguably an unspoken tech fetishization that happens when a company releases a new product, especially one that's seemingly no more than an iterative upgrade over the previous model. The level of personal fetishization can often ... Read more
Windows Hello will soon be a FIDO2 Certified authenticator
Microsoft's Windows Hello Will officially become a FIDO2-certified authenticator service in the next release of Windows 10.
Windows 10 Insider preview 18885 for Fast Ring brings Windows Hello fixes and anti-cheat known issues
Microsoft is still sorting out its Insider releases, re-releases and spot fixes to enable releases and while doing so, the Windows team managed to squeak out Friday build for testers.
Windows 10 news recap: Surface app now lets you know when warranty ends, Firefox adds Windows Hello authentication, and more
Welcome back to our Windows 10 news recap, where we go over the top stories of the past week in the world of Microsoft’s flagship operating system. Windows 10 Surface app now tells users when their warranty ends To make ... Read more
Mozilla Firefox browser adds Windows Hello authentication support
The Mozilla Firefox internet browser updated to Version 66.0 and, with this update, added support for Microsoft's Windows Hello authentication. This means that after installing the latest update, Firefox users on a compatible Windows 10 device will be able to ... Read more
Lenovo IdeaPad 730S: The price of the ultrabook is coming down
The 730S is a natural fit for former MacBook Air converts, anyone upgrading their Windows 8 device, first-year or graduating high school or college students, and any employee tasked with finding a replacement laptop within a budget.
Windows 10 19H1 build 18309 is now available for Fast Ring Insiders, here’s what’s new
Today is the third day of 2019, and the Windows Insider team is already back to work with a fresh new 19H1 build for Fast Ring Insiders.
Microsoft could launch a new 4K Windows Hello webcam for Windows 10 PCs and Xbox One next year
The Redmond giant plans to release a new family of webcams in 2019, and one of the models will support 4K, Windows Hello, and work on both Windows 10 PCs and Xbox One consoles.
Levovo announces affordable updated L-Series Thinkpad line
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Now you can sign in to your Microsoft Account using Windows Hello, FIDO2 devices
Microsoft is currently hard at work to replace passwords with more secure alternatives, and the Redmond giant is making a huge step forward today by making it possible to sign in to your Microsoft account using Windows Hello or a FIDO2 security key.
Microsoft Edge gets web authentication: sign in to websites with Windows Hello, etc
This support for Web Authentication specification in Microsoft Edge should make it easier for users to leverage the power of Windows Hello, and log into websites without the need for passwords.
Windows Hello adds FIDO2 security key authentication
Microsoft has announced they have added support for FIDO2 security key authentication to Windows Hello
February Cumulative Update fixes fingerprint sign in for Windows 10 Mobile
Last week's February Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Mobile may have broken the PDF reader in Edge, but it also apparently fixes issues with Fingerprint sign in and recognition on Windows 10 Mobile
Microsoft and Fujitsu partner to let you log in with the veins in your palm
Microsoft is pushing Windows Hello a step further by partnering with Fujitsu to allow you to login to your Windows 10 PC using the veins in your palm.
Windows Hello face authentication can be bypassed with modified IR headshot
Researchers from German company SYSS have managed to spoof Windows Hello facial authentication with a modified IR headshot, though the attempt to unlock a Windows 10 PC didn’t succeed with all versions of the OS.
How to make Windows 10 lock your PC when you walk away, using Dynamic Lock
Windows 10 can automatically lock your PC when you walk away from it, keeping your information secure. If you forget to lock your device yourself, Windows will cover for you by consulting with your phone. The feature was introduced with ... Read more