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Microsoft reportedly cancels Build 2020, will become a virtual event (update: confirmed)
With Coronavirus showing no signs of stopping, Microsoft has taken the decision to cancel Build 2020. Instead, the company will host a virtual event.
Microsoft Teams users will soon be able to chat and call with Skype consumer users
Microsoft is set to launch Microsoft Teams + Skype integration for consumers. It’s expected in April, according to a message sent toOffice 365 users by Microsoft.
Microsoft to hold Xbox digital event in lieu of now cancelled E3
This week saw E3 being cancelled due to Coronavirus. But instead, Microsoft has decided to hold a digital event for Xbox. More information, such as timing, is expected to be announced over the coming weeks.
E3 has always been an important moment for Team Xbox. Given this decision, this year we'll celebrate the next generation of gaming with the @Xbox community and all who love to play via an Xbox digital event. Details on timing and more in the coming weeks https://t.co/xckMKBPf9h
— Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) March 11, 2020
That’s it for this week. We’ll be back next week with more Microsoft news.
