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Microsoft ships Windows Phone 7 prototypes to developers

Microsoft has shipped some developers running prototypes of Windows Phone 7. This distribution to Developers’ is in a bid to get some developer feedback on the device, as well as get the developers’ behind the platform, a la Android.Here are some of our previous leaks on the Windows Phone 7 OS. The prototype shipped is [...]


Download Windows 7 SP1 Beta [Links]

Microsoft has announced at their Worldwide Partner Conference 2010 the release of Windows 7 Service Patch 1 Beta, and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 for those who are running the RTM versions of these firmwares.


Windows 7 service pack public Beta available now

Microsoft has unleashed public betas of the first service packs for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2. Both betas are now available for download via TechNet. Of course, there’s really no need for Windows 7 users to jump eagerly on the download. Windows 7 Service Pack 1 is little more than a collection of [...]


Another Windows 7 Phone: HTC Gold is Rumored to be Released this November

Omio, the UK mobile phone outlet, has purportedly got its hands on “a huge UK mobile phone release schedule for the rest of the year… [from] all the manufacturers”. Ofcourse , the source of the list remains a mystery, as we can’t find any sources mentioned, nor any other sources mentioning  the above mentioned list. [...]


Kinect’s motion controller technology coming to the PC

The Xbox 360′s new Kinect motion controller has all sorts of potential. Unfortunately, it also has some limitations, at least for now. Microsoft is still calibrating the system for seated play, and it hasn’t confirmed whether gamers will be forced to stand when the controller launches later this year.


“Kinect” pricing revealed, available now on the Microsoft Online Store

After the unveiling of the new Microsoft “kinect”(aka, project Natal) controller for the xbox 360 at the E3 conference recently, the pricing of the new device has been kept a secret, even though, an early autumn release is promised. Now, we see that the unit is available for pre-order on Microsoft’s own Online Store for [...]


Watch Microsoft E3 2010 Keynote [Live Stream Links]

Microsoft E3 2010 Keynote is just around the corner and live updates from this event has just started to pour from all over the network. To help all the PCs out there to catch the latest updates from this mega event by Microsoft, we have gathered some links which would be live streaming the event, [...]


Download FIFA World Cup 2010 Theme for Windows 7

To spice up more the greatest on-going sport event of the year – FIFA World Cup 2010, Microsoft has released a new theme for Windows 7 users which is packed with 12 high quality wallpapers (1920 × 1200 resolution) along with a light-orange color scheme for the OS.


ASUS 12” Tablet unveiled at Computex

Without a doubt one of the most aniticipated launches of Computex this year was the launch of two Tablets by ASUS, which it hopes will be a sound response to the Apple iPad.


Nehalem Intel CULV Processors on 32 nm show up at COMPUTEX


Windows Compact Embedded 7

Huh? Windows what now? Microsoft has now posted some blerbs about this successor to the Windows CE, and it looks like an intriguing option for tablets on a lean budget. Microsoft promises a “rich desktop experience” with maybe a remote desktop connection also figuring in the mix, Flash 10.1, MPEG4 and HD video playback are [...]


ASUS unveils a 10” Eee Pad

ASUS unveiled a 10″ Eee Pad at computex, a device that will go head to head with the Apple iPad. Although right now the device is still very much in the prototype stage, so web browsing doesn’t work, and hands-on time with the device was off the table as well. Still, the operating system and [...]


Microsoft Office Mobile 2010 for Windows Mobile 6.5 Features

Microsoft has launched Microsoft Office Mobile Suite 2010 for its Windows 6.5 Platform. It has been launched on the same day as of Microsoft Office 2010 suite. This version of Microsoft Office Mobile 2010 would be totally different from the one that would be released for Windows 7.


KIN Release Date and Price Announced

Microsoft has announced the release data and price of their much anticipated phone, Kine One and Kin Two, which would be available on a contract from Verizon Wireless from 6th of May Online, and from 13th of May in stores. You can view the complete specification of Microsoft Kine One and Kin Two over here.


Windows XP Running on iPad [Video]

We have previously seen some crazy stuff, like Android running on iPhone and some other things, but this one right here tops the charts, because its the all time famous iPad now running on Windows XP. I hope that there are no BSoD


Microsoft Kin One and Kin Two Complete Specifications

The two cellphones recently revealed by Microsoft – Kin One and Kin Two which are dubbed as “Social Networking Phone” would be ready to shipped to consumer by this summer. The details were not officially unveiled by Microsoft, but instead some of their partner in Germany blew off their cover and now the specs have [...]


Zune HD 4.5 Firmware has been Released

The new firmware update for Zune HD has arrived, which is version 4.5 This update has got many anticipated features in it, like Smart DJ mix, personalized recommendations, Marketplace support for TV, Expanded video codec support and so on.


64GB Zune HD launching on April 12th for $350

Microsoft is launching a 64DB Zune HD on 12th April, 2010 which will be sold in the market for $350. The best part is that they will be able to customize it from zuneoriginals.com 64GB Zune HD would be available in Platinum, Black, Blue, Red, Green, Purple and Magenta colors.


Facebook app for Zune HD now available for download

Microsoft has launched a new app in their Zune store which is for facebook. Earlier in the November of 2009, Microsoft released Zune HD 4.3 firmware which added the support of 3D games and apps.


Skype Discontinued for Windows Mobile Devices

If you’re wondering what’s wrong with your Winodws phone because you’re unable to use Skype on it, then here‘s your answer. Skype has announced that they will be no longer supporting their app on Windows Mobile Devices.