Microsoft launches revamped MSN site ahead of next Windows OS release

MicrosoftWashington, Oct 01 - Microsoft has reportedly launched a completely redesigned MSN web portal right ahead of its scheduled Windows announcement.

New versions of its MSN apps will become available on Tuesday on its Windows and Windows Phone 8.1, reported Mashable.

The new website is built on Azure, Microsoft's cloud platform, which the company expects will increase its reliability and "agility for a cloud-first, mobile-first world."

Microsoft is scheduled to announce a new version of its Windows Operating System on Tuesday. (ANI)