Office 2024 is Microsoft’s latest standalone productivity suite for Windows and Mac, with a one-time no-subscription purchase for Windows or Mac. Office 2024 includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook (in Home & Business), and more, with performance, UI updates, and feature enhancements drawn from recent Microsoft 365 developments. This guide
Everyone hates taxes, but most people pay Microsoft a Tax every year. It’s called either a Laziness Tax or a Loyalty Tax. Here’s how to avoid paying extra for Microsoft 365. Microsoft 365 annual tribute fee for the Home/Family plan is US$129.99 but you can pay less for renewals. The
There’s been a lot of changes to Microsoft 365 plans for individuals, families and small businesses. Pricing, subscriptions, and included features all changed last year. This 2026 overview breaks down what’s new, what’s staying the same, and how Copilot AI fits into these plans (or not). 2025 was a big
Looking to cut costs on your Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) renewal or first purchase? You don’t have to pay full price by renewing directly through Microsoft. There are legal ways to extend your subscription early, buy discounted product keys from reputable retailers, and avoid costly auto-renewal traps — helping
Looking for the best Microsoft 365 deals in Australia for 2025? Recent bargains have emerged on Microsoft 365 subscriptions — including discounted Personal and Family plans at Amazon Australia and Bing Lee — which can cost significantly less than the standard Microsoft pricing. These offers are especially valuable as Microsoft
Australian and New Zealand Microsoft 365 customers have only a few days left to save money by switching to the lower-cost Microsoft 365 Classic subscription, as Microsoft will retire these no-Copilot, no-AI plans at the end of 2025. Buried in Microsoft’s own documentation is a crucial notice that the Classic
Struggling with Microsoft Office license or activation issues ? Whether Office shows “Unlicensed Product”, the wrong version of Office, missing features, or refuses to verify your subscription, this guide explains why Office licensing fails and how to fix it. We cover removing unnecessary licenses, updating and repairing your installation, and
Microsoft is raising the price of Microsoft 365 across most Business, Enterprise and Non-Profit subscription plans worldwide, a move that affects most business users in 2026. According to Microsoft, the increases reflect the substantial number of new features (especially AI-powered tools and enhanced security) added to Microsoft 365 in recent
Microsoft has announced a major expansion of its AI assistant capabilities for businesses. There are Copilot features coming to most volume licence plans for no extra charge. A new “Copilot Business” bundle for small businesses. Plans will gain access to advanced features including Agent mode in Word, Excel and PowerPoint,
Microsoft Australia is issuing refunds to some Microsoft 365 subscribers following court action over its marketing practices. While the refunds currently apply only to Australian customers, the case raises important questions about transparency and accountability for Microsoft 365 users worldwide. The move highlights growing scrutiny over how tech giants advertise
What does the new Microsoft 365 Premium plan mean for all subscribers? It’s all good news with no major changes or price rises to worry about. Microsoft 365 Premium: Copilot AI, new Features & Pricing is the the second major change in Microsoft 365 consumer plans in less than a
Thinking about switching to Microsoft 365 Premium? Whether you’re moving from a Personal or Family subscription, upgrading unlocks expanded AI-powered Copilot features and enhanced productivity tools. This guide walks you through the upgrade process, highlights what to expect, and answers common questions about credits, shared accounts, and potential billing issues—helping
Confused by ads promoting “Microsoft 365 Premium for Consumer”? You’re not alone. Until late 2025, no such plan even existed—making many online offers misleading at best and outright scams at worst. With Microsoft now officially releasing Microsoft 365 Premium, it’s crucial to understand how to spot the real subscription and
Microsoft is making it easier for college and university students to afford essential productivity tools. Eligible students around the world can now get Microsoft 365 Personal starting with a year free before continuing at for 50% off. The plan includes full access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, 1TB of OneDrive
Microsoft Publisher will officially be discontinued in October 2026, marking the end of a decades-old desktop publishing tool used by millions. If you rely on Publisher for newsletters, brochures, or other design projects, now is the time to prepare. This guide covers everything you need to know—key retirement dates, the
Here’s how I saved $55 on a year of Microsoft 365 Family, in the search for a cheaper Microsoft 365 plan for a friend. It’s easy, legal, anyone can do it and there’s often bonus software to use or ignore. We searched online for a reputable online retailer who sold
Ever since Microsoft 365 consumer plans have existed, you’ve been able to buy them cheaper from other retailers to extend your subscription. Here’s the simple steps to extend your subscription with a product key bought for less money, When you buy from another retailer, you should get a product key
Costco members in the USA and Canada can save on Microsoft 365 and Office 2021 with discounts up to 28% on what Microsoft charges. Microsoft 365 discounts The Costco US deals involve an egift Visa card rebate and sometimes extra months too. Microsoft 365 Family (six users) at Costco sells
Microsoft has no shame about dropping ads into paid Microsoft Office apps when there’s a way for the company to make even a little more money. We’ve received reports of the Word 365 or PowerPoint 365 side-pane opening to show this ad because the customer has turned off automatic renewal
Get two extra months of Microsoft 365 Personal or Family for no charge. Microsoft can offer a ‘free’ extension to your plan if you try to do something the company doesn’t like. There are some parts of Microsoft 365 Personal or Family that make the plans very profitable for Microsoft.
Those low-priced offers for Microsoft Office, under $60 for software that typically retails for hundreds, questions about their legitimacy. Are they genuine deals or scams designed take your money? We have examined some of these offers and their sources. We’ve all seen these offers for cheap software and games. We’ll
There’s another expensive trap when buying Microsoft 365 Family or Personal with automatic renewal from a Microsoft “partner” like Amazon, Best Buy or computer retailer. An Office Watch reader fell into this trap but found a way out. For years we’ve warned against buying Microsoft 365 from companies like Amazon
With help from major retailers, Microsoft has another way to make people pay more for Microsoft 365 Family or Personal. Amazon and Best Buy and other offer Microsoft 365 renewals charging full price for the first and later years. Ever since Microsoft 365 plans started, Microsoft has enticed people with
The popular employee discount program for Microsoft 365 (Workplace Discount Program or Home Use Program) has some changes in 2025 at the same time as the price rise and Copilot addition to the Family and Personal plans. Office Watch compares the two options with a suggestion about what to do.
