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4 Microsoft innovations that people actually like

4 Microsoft innovations that people actually like

You probably don't love everything that Microsoft has put out. In fact, a lot of people look at Microsoft as...

Android or Windows 8? How to choose between HP’s two new detachable PCs

Android or Windows 8? How to choose between HP’s two new detachable PCs

Perhaps you've heard that HP has launched two detachable, hybrid PCs and you aren't sure which of these cool devices...

20-inch Windows 8 tablet by Panasonic boast 4k resolution

20-inch Windows 8 tablet by Panasonic boast 4k resolution

If bigger is better, the Panasonic might just be the best at CES this week. The portable tablet may just...

Windows 8 vs. Windows 7

Windows 8 vs. Windows 7

Microsoft is releasing a new operating system, Windows 8, October 26th. There have been many changes, and many backend improvements,...

Why is HP bringing out their big Windows 8 tablet in January?

Why is HP bringing out their big Windows 8 tablet in January?

It's easy to pick on a company when they're down and despite some good moves in the last year by...

The Key to Windows 8 Success: It’s the Apps

The Key to Windows 8 Success: It’s the Apps

It’s an app world. The success of iOS and Android (as well as the lack of success for Blackberry and...

Microsoft ditches hip “Metro” name for bland “Windows 8”

Microsoft ditches hip “Metro” name for bland “Windows 8”

Whether it's because they want to keep the branding unified (highly unlikely) or they simply didn't want to pursue a...

In case you missed the Microsoft Surface launch, here’s the (uncomfortable) video

In case you missed the Microsoft Surface launch, here’s the (uncomfortable) video

"A tablet that's a great PC. A PC that's a great tablet." The jury is still waiting to hear all...

Windows 8 #firstworldproblems: It boots “too quickly”

Windows 8 #firstworldproblems: It boots “too quickly”

Under 7 seconds. That's how long an SSD-equipped Windows 8 PC takes to boot. It's something that is unheard of...

Second time is (hopefully) a charm with HP putting Windows 8 on new tablet line

Second time is (hopefully) a charm with HP putting Windows 8 on new tablet line

HP has not had much luck in their early attempts at penetrating the tablet market after launching and subsequently canning...

Microsoft joins forces with with Barnes and Noble against Amazon, Apple

Microsoft joins forces with with Barnes and Noble against Amazon, Apple

There are certain brick and mortar outlets that simply refuse to go down without a fight. Barnes & Noble is...

Windows 8 at BUILD

Windows 8 at BUILD

It's the most exciting release by Microsoft in years. Windows 8 is actually making the Apple-loving blogosphere open their eyes...

Will Microsoft hit the tablet market too late?

Will Microsoft hit the tablet market too late?

Bill Gates and Microsoft had the right idea a decade ago when they first started releasing tablet PCs to the...

Windows 8 user interface

Windows 8 user interface

After reading some of the thoughts and speculations about Windows 8 over the past few days, it's possible that Microsoft...

Microsoft’s Window 8 AppX technology outed

Microsoft’s Window 8 AppX technology outed

Yes, Microsoft is making great strides with Windows 8. Yes, Microsoft is making a document reader. Yes, it is a...

Early Images and News About Windows 8 Leaks

Early Images and News About Windows 8 Leaks

Microsoft has been bragging recently, but deep down its still hurt and offended that some of you prefer Apple toys....