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Displaying all the latest news stories in this category, keeping you up to date with all the late breaking Windows 8 news. Each story is organized by the time of its post. Got a news tip? Contact us and let us know!

22, May 2013

Less talking, more doing. That's the tagline for the new Windows 8 video advertisement, which takes a jab at Apple's iPad and Siri voice recognition. In the new video, Microsoft showcases how Windows 8 lets you use Office apps, such as PowerPoint, while the iPad can't.
May 21st was a big day in entertainment history as Microsoft revealed the new Xbox One entertainment console. On top of which, Microsoft announced a new partnership with the National Football League (NFL) to promote Windows and the Surface tablet device.

20, May 2013

Microsoft has already implemented a picture password feature in Windows 8, allowing users to pick a picture and draw on it to unlock their computer. This method adds a more personal touch to Windows 8. But what if Microsoft was looking at adding yet another neat password...
In partnership with Stack Overflow, a contest has been taking place offering winners a chance to visit the sold-out Build 2013 developer conference, or win a Surface Pro or even an Office 365 subscription. The deadline ends June 7th so you still have time to participate!...

19, May 2013

It's May 19th and its time to look at the best, top, and most popular Windows 8 apps currently available in the Windows Store. We will also go over some stats for the Windows Store, as well as highlight an app for your downloading pleasure! Currently in the Windows Store, the...

18, May 2013

Microsoft has uploaded a short video tutorial showcasing Windows 8 for those who are new to the operating system. For those of you who have been using Windows 8 for a while, this video pretty much shows you what you already know.
During a an earnings conference call, Dell CFO Brian Gladden are just now upgrading to Windows 7, an operating system that is nearly four years old. Thanks to this, Dell has seen an increase in PC and hardware upgrades.

17, May 2013

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!
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.
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 its new features for yourself, for now...