Microsoft 365 – the subscription / annual fee plan for Microsoft Office on Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android.
Includes Word 365, Excel 365, PowerPoint 365, Outlook 365 and many other ‘365’ programs, apps and services.
Microsoft’s Copilot is NOT the wildly popular, world class AI product that Microsoft says it is. That’s not just an opinion; there are hard facts to back it up. The recent sharp price drop and ignored user frustration suggest otherwise. From intrusive integration to privacy concerns, Copilot’s rollout has backfired. Of course, nothing could be […]
Microsoft’s Copilot “Deep Research” promises detailed, AI-generated reports—but does it deliver? Office Watch’s hands-on tests reveal the strengths, limitations, and frustrating formatting flaws behind Microsoft’s most ambitious Copilot feature yet. From factual errors to messy Word documents, here’s what you should know before relying on Deep Research for serious work Copilot’s Deep Research option creates […]
Did you know Windows quietly swaps out Helvetica font for Arial every time you open certain documents? This subtle substitution affects how text looks in Word, browsers, and more. Learn why Helvetica isn’t included in Windows, how Microsoft handles font replacements behind the scenes, and what you can do to regain control of your document’s […]
A viral post sparked debate over whether Microsoft Word’s grammar checker shows hidden bias, but the truth is more technical than cultural. Office Watch investigated and found that Word and Google Docs simply make different choices about what to flag in grammar suggestions. There’s no homophobia here, just decisions that shape how language tools interpret […]
Microsoft’s Copilot() function in Excel comes with real risks. When used incorrectly, Copilot() can produce misleading or nonsensical results that could compromise data accuracy and decision-making. Treat this AI feature with caution and Microsoft should add stronger safeguards and clearer warnings against misuse. It all started with this post on the socials. Please, please don’t […]
