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Apple has always wanted to be the market leader in innovative products and sleek design. The latest company acquisition has the Cupertino giant somewhat grinning with pleasure, maybe it is because they have found some of the hardware for their much fabled iTV ?  Who knows? But, it appears... Read more
Microsoft Steps Up Its Anti-Google Campaign
Internet November 24, 2013
For the past few months Microsoft has been attempting to put people off using Google services through its “Scroogled” campaign. It seems it has stepped up the anti-Google theme by introducing an entire section on its online store, dedicated to selling merchandise with anti-Google slogans. There is a range... Read more
As kids, we all had dreams of what we wanted to be when we grow up. I’m not a hundred percent sure, but I think I’m not going out on a limb when I say that space and astronauts rank high up in that list of “what I want... Read more
With the PlayStation 4 releasing imminent, excitement about the future of next-generation gaming is clearly in the air. While the Xbox One doesn’t officially release until November 22, 2013, that doesn’t stop it from making news today. Craig Flannagan is the director of marketing for Xbox Canada, and he... Read more
It has been confirmed that Microsoft is working on its own branded Windows phone. This confirmation comes two months after the company acquired Nokia for $7.2 billion. A senior executive at Microsoft said that part of the company’s strategy is to become a devices and services company but so... Read more
Earlier this year Microsoft replaced Hotmail and all accounts were transferred to Outlook.com. Microsoft included a host of new features such as integration with SkyDrive and instant search. If you are still finding your way around, then take a look at seven of the features we picked out that... Read more
“A document is only as good as the people who contribute to it. So today, we’re introducing a new way for people to collaborate on documents with Office Web Apps.” (Amanda Lefebvre, Microsoft) That sounds promising, doesn’t it? For many of us, Microsoft Office has been the go-to tool... Read more
Microsoft has warned users of potential hacker attacks. The company has said it is “aware of targeted attacks”, which are exploiting a “vulnerability” in its operating system to gain user rights to the affected computers. This issue is said to affect Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Office... Read more
Microsoft Tests Eyewear to Rival Google Glass
Internet October 25, 2013
According to the Wall Street Journal, Microsoft is apparently jumping on the bandwagon and they are testing prototypes for optical wear similar to Google Glass.  This could potentially push the company into that market.  A source familiar with the project said the company has asked several component makers in Asia to... Read more
Recently Microsoft announced the imminent launch of the latest Windows update for Windows Phone 8. The timing of the update matches previous updates which tend to be around fall time. The update, labelled GDR3 (General Distribution Release) sees the Windows Phone empire beginning to join the large screen phone... Read more
Microsoft Working On Technology To Replace Cookies
Internet October 18, 2013
Microsoft is developing a new technology to replace cookies. This work is similar to projects being undertaken by Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google.  Tracking cookies have come under scrutiny recently from regulators by many concerned about privacy. Certain types of cookies (Third party tracking cookies) are now easily blocked through... Read more
Microsoft Returning To CES Las Vegas
Internet October 7, 2013
The Consumer Electronics Show, or CES as most people who care about it like to call the event, is the biggest show in the niche. It is traditionally held in January, and as early as now, preparations for CES 2014Â are already underway – not to mention the buzz online.... Read more
Valve Announce SteamOS, The Operating System For Living Room Gaming
Gaming September 24, 2013
Valve has revealed its very own Linux-based operating system called SteamOS, which is designed for living room gaming PCs. This is the first step towards it achieving its vision for an open video game console, which it has named Steam Box. “It will be available soon as a free... Read more
Sources have revealed that the FBI have a history of asking software companies for backdoors in their encryption software to help them catch criminals. The backdoors would provide government agencies with the ability to wiretap people’s computers. As the news broke out that the NSA had spent millions on... Read more
Google Working On Cookie Alternative
Internet September 19, 2013
Google is working on an alternative ad tracking system that could potentially replace cookies. Cookies are used by advertisers and web sites to track your web history, so that they can tailor adverts based on your possible shopping interests. Google is working on a system called “AdID”, which would... Read more
Microsoft Patent Allows Parents To Remote Lock Kids Phones
Mobile September 7, 2013
A new patent application filed by Microsoft would give parents ultimate, absolute control over their children’s smartphones and tablets. Indeed, Big Brother is watching…but in a kind and loving way.  As the mobile market expands, so does the amount of people with devices. More and more children are getting... Read more
Out of the ashes of what many perceive as the burning death of Nokia, comes Newkia.  It is the Singapore-based company that was founded the same day the US$7.2 billion Microsoft-Nokia deal was announced, with the single aim of acquiring Nokia employees and knowledge, but to focus on the Android... Read more
Foursquare To Be Bought By Microsoft?
Internet September 5, 2013
Yesterday, the Internet was abuzz with the news that Microsoft bought Nokia. As a friend put it, Bill Gates’s phone broke down, and he instructed Ballmer to go get him a Nokia instead. He got what he wanted, of course, albeit for a whopping $7.2 billion! But Microsoft’s not... Read more