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<p>Microsoft has today revealed that Windows 8 has sold over 100 million Windows 8 licenses since it's launch back in October 2012. This means it's been making on...
Adobe

Adobe Photoshop Express app for Windows 8 and Windows RT now available for download

Friday, May 17th, 2013, Comments

For those of you looking for an app to edit photos, take a look at Adobe Photoshop Express for Windows 8 and Windows RT. This free app from Adobe brings you the power of Photoshop, right at your fingertips! keep reading

Xbox

Xbox Music app for Windows 8 updated, lets you import your iTunes playlists

Friday, May 17th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft has rolled out an update to its Xbox Music app, for both Windows 8 and Windows RT. The Xbox Video app as well as the Nokia Music app both received updates today as well. keep reading

Xbox

Microsoft launches Xbox Wire, the official blog for all things Xbox

Friday, May 17th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft has launched a new blog for its Xbox platform, called Xbox Wire. Before the launch of this new blog, Microsoft has used Xbox’s Director of Xbox Live Larry Hyrb and his blog called Major Nelson for Xbox related news. keep reading

Xbox

Xbox 360 to receive dashboard update, features smaller Live Tiles and refreshed interface

Friday, May 17th, 2013, Comments

While everyone eagerly awaits for Windows Blue, an update for Windows 8 and Windows RT, as well as the upcoming next-gen Xbox reveal, Microsoft is working on an update for Xbox 360 owners. Microsoft is working on an update for the Xbox... keep reading

Windows RT

Microsoft's newest Surface RT commercial skips the dancing, shows you its Office capabilities

Friday, May 17th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft's latest 30 second video commercial for it's Surface RT product is not quite the same as the first video advertisement that was showcased when the device launched. In this new video, Microsoft shows you how the Surface RT works... keep reading

IE10

Microsoft offers a job to Internet Explorer users who visit Bing.com with debug settings enabled

Friday, May 17th, 2013, Comments

Want to be a developer at Bing? Microsoft is apparently offering a job to Internet Explorer users who visit Bing.com with their browser debug settings enabled. keep reading

Nokia

Nokia Music app and Xbox Video app for Windows 8 receive updates

Friday, May 17th, 2013, Comments

There are two app updates available in the Windows Store, one update for the Nokia Music app and another update for the Xbox Video app. Microsoft has not provided a change log just yet, so you will have to download the apps and discover... keep reading

beta

Want to be a part of the upcoming WinBeta.org re-design?

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, Comments

For the past few weeks, we have been working hard on the next WinBeta.org design. Our goal is to create a cleaner experience that places content first. But, for the first time, we are going to have you help us out with the design! keep reading

Bill Gates

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates once again the richest man in the world, valued at $72.7 billion

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, Comments

Back in 2007, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates was the richest man in the world. He lost that title to Carlos Slim, who has holdings in telecommunications, minings, and other businesses. Gates has now reclaimed the number one spot with a... keep reading

Xbox

Microsoft's Xbox 360 dominates PS3 and Wii yet again for 28 consecutive months

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, Comments

Microsoft's Xbox 360 entertainment console remains the top-selling gaming console in the United States for another month, marking 28 consecutive months of success for the company. This trend of dominance continues over the console's main... keep reading

Windows 8

Microsoft reveals European release dates for the Surface Pro, offers free Touch/Type cover

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, Comments

For those of you in Europe who are eagerly awaiting to get your hands on your very own Surface Pro device, you won't have to wait much longer. Microsoft has revealed the exact dates on when the Surface Pro will be available. keep reading

Microsoft

Leaked Scroogled ad goes after Google Chrome's 'Now Everywhere' feature

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, Comments

An internal Scoogled ad from Microsoft has leaked online today, revealing that Microsoft has plans to take a jab at Google Chrome's 'Now Everywhere' feature. The leaked ad is very similar to the official one Google had created for Chrome... keep reading

Surface

From the rumor mill: Surface RT 2.0 will cost up to $299, available in June of this year

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, Comments

According to a new report, Microsoft is set to announce its next-gen Surface RT tablet this June, for a price tag between $249 and $299. On top of that, the next-gen Surface RT will feature an 8 inch display. keep reading

Surface

Australia to see the Surface Pro on May 30th, available via Microsoft Store, JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013, Comments

Those of you in Australia eagerly waiting for the Surface Pro to arrive, there is finally some great news. In just two weeks, on May 30th, Microsoft will make available its flagship Surface Pro device for you via three outlets. keep reading

Windows Phone

Popular game 'Angry Birds Rio' now available for Windows Phone 8

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013, Comments

Rovio’s Angry Birds Rio, a popular gaming title, has finally arrived on the Windows Phone platform. Available for both Windows Phone 7.5 and Windows Phone 8, one can easily snag this game for a dollar. keep reading

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