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Google planning to open Google Stores |
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Written by Wayne
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Saturday, 16 February 2013 06:16 |
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Google may may be getting ready to take a page out of Apple’s book by opening retail stores to sell devices running Google software. According to 9to5Google the idea came up when when officials were trying to figure out the best way to sell the upcoming Google Glass wearable computer. The idea is that most folks would want to try this sort of radically new technology before plunking down $500 to $1000 to buy a mobile device that you wear on your head. While Google isn’t really known as a hardware company, the company does sell a line of devices directly through its website, including Nexus phones and tablets running Android and the latest Chromebook laptops running Google’s Chrome operating system. All of those products could theoretically benefit from a bricks and mortar showroom where potential customers could try before they buy. Right now you can check out Chromebooks at select retail locations such as Best Buy in the US or Dixon’s in the UK, but few stores carry Nexus phones and |
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Obama's cybersecurity executive order |
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Written by Wayne
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Thursday, 14 February 2013 20:25 |
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There was grave concern that the president could sign an executive order effectively signing into law some, if not most, parts of the proposed Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) Bill. Though it was passed by the US House, it failed to gain traction in the Senate, and also faced threats by the White House to veto the Bill altogether. However, CISPA remains on the table, and will be brought back up by the House tomorrow. According to TechDirt, nothing has been changed since it first stalled in the Senate. The final executive order doesn't have half of the concerning privacy implications that CISPA does, and has also garnered support from a major privacy group, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). Having said that, the privacy implications of this cybersecurity order have yet to be defined, and could still pose a significant risk to the privacy of web citizens. In the president's State of the Union address, however, he repeated his call for Congress to "[pass] legislation to give our government a |
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Microsoft issues a statement on 128GB Surface Pro out of stock crisis |
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Written by Wayne
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Monday, 11 February 2013 20:35 |
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The Surface Pro, powered by Windows 8 Pro, was officially launched online at MicrosoftStore.com, as well as BestBuy and Staples, and within a few hours, the 128GB model of the Surface Pro was already sold out at Microsoft's online store. Now, Microsoft has issued a statement regarding this crisis offering some good news. "Customer response to the launch of Surface Pro has been amazing. We’re working with our retail partners who are currently out of stock of the 128GB Surface Pro to replenish supplies as quickly as possible. Our priority is to ensure that every customer gets their new Surface Pro as soon as possible," Microsoft's Panos Panay stated in an official Surface Blog post. The 128GB Surface Pro, which does not come with a Touch or Type cover, runs for $999 and is already sold out at MicrosoftStore.com, as well as in BestBuy and Staples. Microsoft hopes to "replenish supplies" with these retail outlets soon. Sounds like Microsoft wasn't expecting the Surface Pro to be a hit. Case in point: check out this image |
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Microsoft's 'Blue' wave is coming |
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Written by Wayne
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Friday, 08 February 2013 17:42 |
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Blue isn't just the codename of the next version of Windows. It also is the codename for updates to Windows Phone, Windows Server and Windows Services, I'm hearing. As we've known for a few months, the Windows client team at Microsoft is working on its first "feature-pack" update for Windows 8, supposedly due this summer/fall, which is codenamed "Blue." But it turns out Blue isn't a Windows thing only, according to one very accurate tipster of mine who doesn't want to be identified. Blue also is the way Microsoft is referring to the next substantial platform update for Windows Phone, the Windows Services (like SkyDrive, Hotmail, etc.), and Windows Server, according to my source. In other words, Blue is a wave of product refreshes which are not expected to arrive exactly all on the same day, but which are meant to be released more or less around the same time. Before these various Blues come to market, there will continue to be minor fixes, firmware updates and new features added to Windows 8, Windows |
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Surface Windows 8 Pro first impressions |
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Written by Wayne
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Wednesday, 06 February 2013 16:53 |
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Fast, quiet, powerful, and elegant, were the first four words that came to mind after my first encounter with the Surface Windows 8 Pro. A new paradigm, that's the fifth, sixth, and seventh word that came to mind. Let me begin by first thanking Russ, the manager of the Microsoft store at the Domain, in Austin, Texas, and his assistant Meg who were very gracious today in allowing me to spend some time examining the new Surface Windows 8 Pro tablet. They were both very informative, and Meg, a self-described "motorcycle person", took the time to introduce me to some of the other products and services the store had to offer. Thanks again! This is not an in depth review of the Surface Windows 8 Pro, but a quick first look at a device that I think is the beginning of a new way to look at tablets and other small form factor devices. The tablet, which is powered by an Intel Core i5 processor, weighs approximately 2lbs, which, is slightly heavier than the Surface RT...Keep in mind this is a first impression for mor visit windows8newsinfo forum. |
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Nokia Lumia 920 Tips and Tricks |
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Written by Wayne
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Monday, 04 February 2013 17:15 |
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Microsoft took the Windows Phone operating system to a whole new level with the launch of Windows Phone 8. With this revamped operating system it is now possible to make the most out of it by using different tips and tricks. Here are some tips which can help you get the best out of your Nokia Lumia 920. Narrate to text, Windows Phone 8 already has Microsoft’s native speech recognition function ‘Microsoft TellMe’. To add some cheese to it, you can turn on the Message feature only if you have a Bluetooth headset. This feature will read out incoming text messages to which you can narrate your reply and send it. Manage running apps, The physical back button on the Lumia 920 makes it easy to manage the background apps. Pressing and holding the back button will show you all the apps that are running in the background. Tapping the back button several times will close all the running apps...To learn more you will have to visit windows8newsinfo forum. |
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No Windows 7 support starting April 9, 2013 |
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Written by Administrator
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Friday, 15 February 2013 19:07 |
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It has been two years since the release of Windows 7 Service Pack 1 and Microsoft would like to remind those who are still running Windows 7 (without SP1) that the operating system will no longer be supported starting April 9th of 2013. If you are running SP1, you are still good for a while. "Windows 7 RTM (with no service pack) will no longer be supported as of April 9th, 2013, following the standard Windows support lifecycle specifying that support ends 24 months after the release of a new service pack. Rest assured that Windows 7 will continue to be fully supported for a long time, with mainstream support continuing until January 13, 2015, and extended support continuing until January 14, 2020," Microsoft stated in an official blog post. Windows 7 SP1 will continue to receive mainstream support until 01/13/2015 and extended support (paid security updates) until 01/14/2020...There is a chart that identifies support dates for each version posted on windows8newsinfo forum. |
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The Next Xbox Has Mandatory Kinect |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 13 February 2013 00:30 |
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The next-generation Xbox—the one that will follow the still-popular Xbox 360—will run multiple games at once, require game installations, and will only work when a much-improved version of the popular but divisive Kinect sensor array is plugged in, according to a source who says he has access to development hardware. Those are a just a few details about the new console, codenamed Durango, that were shared with us by a person with access to next-gen information. Our source also claims to have a pair of Durango development kits. We've also heard more about how the system apparently works and what it will be like to control it and play games on it, though we've not seen the unit ourselves. Our source even claims to have played some Durango games, describing the graphical leap from current-gen console gaming like going from playing Halo 2 on an original Xbox to playing Crysis on a powerful PC...Although these claims have not been confirmed by Microsoft, complete details can be found on windows8newsinfo forum. |
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Microsoft Surface Pro now available |
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Written by Administrator
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Saturday, 09 February 2013 16:02 |
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The day has finally come. As of today, you can now purchase the Surface Windows 8 Pro online at a Microsoft Store, or at a retailer such as BestBuy and Staples. While the Surface RT is powered by Windows RT, the Surface Pro is the higher end Surface with Windows 8 and can run desktop applications (x86 and x64). The Surface Pro is now available for purchase in two flavors, a 64GB model for $899 and a 128GB model for $999. Touch/Type Covers are sold separately. Grab yours before they are sold out! "I am pleased that we are formally announcing the date of availability. Surface Windows 8 Pro will be available in the U.S. and Canada starting on Feb. 9 through all Microsoft retail stores, microsoftstore.com and at Staples and Best Buy in the U.S. as well as from a number of locations in Canada. Not only has it been fun watching the anticipation, it has been great working with such an amazing team to bring these products to life," Microsoft's Panos Panay stated in an official blog post. Panay is the |
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Microsoft Surface Pro battery life could improve |
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Written by Administrator
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Thursday, 07 February 2013 18:10 |
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The Microsoft Surface Pro is more powerful than your typical tablet, thanks to an Intel Core i5-3317U processor. But it’s literally more powerful – meaning not only do you get better performance, but you also see quicker battery drain. While the Surface Pro has a bigger battery than the Surface RT tablet with its NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor, it gets less than half the battery life. But it looks like Microsoft may be planning to support new accessories that will extend the tablet’s battery life. In a Q&A on Reddit, members of the surface team confirmed that there are new connectors on the bottom of the Surface Pro – and they can carry enough current to charge the battery. In other words, you don’t have to use the power jack to charge the tablet. You can also charge it using the connectors in the spine where you would normally attach the Touch Cover or Type Cover keyboards...Continue reading at windows8newsinfo forum. |
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Bing wants to show you love on Valentines Day |
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Written by Administrator
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Tuesday, 05 February 2013 06:11 |
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Talk about unorthodox marketing.. Microsoft has apparently conducted a survey about the upcoming Valentines Day (empty out your wallet for your significant other day) and revealed that one in ten people have ended their relationship on that big day. Now, Bing suggests you dump Google! "Tired of being let down in love on Valentine’s Day? According to a recent survey from Bing and Impulse Research Corp., a surprising one in 10 people have ended a relationship on arguably the most romantic day of the year. This year Bing is challenging people to reconsider their search habit and break up with Google," Microsoft stated. In fact, Microsoft suggests that you leave Google because why would you date someone who isn't "trustworthy" and who uses a search engine for serving its interests and not yours. "In fact, a whopping 85 percent of people report that trustworthiness is the most important trait in a mate, beating out good in bed, sense of humor and wealth," Microsoft adds. Classic stuff right here! Microsoft |
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Official app to help manage your Windows Server |
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Written by Administrator
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Sunday, 03 February 2013 19:32 |
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Microsoft has made available the official app to help manage your Windows Server 2012 setup. This app runs on Windows 8 and Windows RT, and allows users to manage their Windows Server 2012 by browsing, editing, and searching files stored on the server. "My Server for Windows 8 is an application designed to help you keep seamlessly connected to your server resources through devices running Windows 8. With My Server, you can manage users, devices, alerts, and access shared files in Windows Server 2012 Essentials. In addition, files that you have recently accessed with My Server files continue to be available to you even when offline," the app description states. With My Server, you can manage users, devices, and alerts, as well as share local resources to server or save server resources locally. Users can even access files that were recently opened without an Internet connection and the changes will take affect once you go back online...For more on My Server and a download link visit windows8newsinfo forum. |
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