Microsoft Surface in action - Video
The guys over at T3 managed to get their hands on Microsoft’s new Surface PC.
Here’s a video of it in action.
I have to say it looks pretty amazing.
Via T3
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Microsoft extends the shelf life of XP
Microsoft was scheduled to stop selling XP in January 2008, but they have now extended the date to the 30th June 2008.
They have said that this is to help customers that needed more time to make the switch to vista
Microsoft’s Windows product manager Mike Nash, said: “…maybe we were a little ambitious to think that we would need to make Windows XP available for only a year after the release of Windows Vista.”
He added that most of the other operating systems that Microsoft has produced were available for about two years after a new version shipped.
Mr Nash said that up to the summer of 2007 Microsoft had sold more than 60 million licences for Vista. This put it on track to be the fastest selling operating system in Microsoft’s history.
The XP date change applies to retailers and other manufacturers who sell Microsoft products. Independent firms that use Windows XP when installing and maintaining computers and networks for businesses can continue to offer it as an option until 30 January 2009.
Microsoft is also extending the availability of the cut-down version of XP, called Starter Edition, until 30 June 2010.
source: BBC
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Microsoft’s new Bluetooth laptop mouse
Microsoft has announced the launch of a new Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000 for use with laptops.
The 5000 is a laser mouse that also has a battery life indicator built in and according to Microsoft you will get up to 3 months of battery life from standard batteries.
The Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000 will go on sale for $49.95 (about £25).
Via Slippery Brick
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Microsoft’s New Mobile Memory Mouse 8000 - With Built In 1GB Memory
Microsoft has released details of a new mouse designed for laptops, the Mobile Memory Mouse 8000.
This laptop mouse has some very interesting features including 1GB of flash memory built in to its transceiver.
Another interesting feature is the way it recharges, using an innovative magnetic charging system, the charging cord magnetically connects at one end to the underside of the mouse, and the other to the tip of the transceiver. This gives you the ability to charge the mouse whilst you are still using it.
It also features advanced wireless technology that gives you the option to either connect via Blue-tooth or 2.4GHZ wireless.
It will go on sale in October for $99 (about £50)
Via Gizmodo
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Microsoft And Siemens VDO AG Confirm In Car Entertainment Partnership
Microsoft and Siemens VDO have confirmed a partnership to co develop in car navigation systems and entertainment systems.
The two companies said on Friday the first Siemens products based on Microsoft software should go into production in 2009.
Siemens VDO also makes driver-assistance and safety systems.
“In addition, Siemens VDO will also be able to actively help shape Microsoft Auto and license platform-compliant applications, such as navigation functions, for third-party suppliers,” a joint statement from the two companies said.
The companies said their first milestone would be a multimedia platform that would make it possible to integrate consumer-electronic functions and portable devices.
“Consequently, new solutions in consumer electronics will be adapted for in-vehicle use more quickly and easily, since it will only be necessary to add individual software components,” they said.
“This helps close the gap between the short development cycles in communications and information technology and the comparatively long product cycles in automotive engineering.”
Sounds like an intersting partnership, lets just hope there are no BSOD’s when you are doing 70 down the motorway.
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Fujitsu Siemens Scaleo - New Windows Home Server
Fujitsu Siemens have released more details of their new Windows home server the Scaleo.
It comes with an Intel processor, 500GB of storage and Windows Home Server OS.
No pricing or availability details have been released yet.
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The Microsoft Zune Phone - Funny Video
Check out this funny parody video of what the Microsoft Zune Phone will be like if they ever make one.
I am a little surprised they didn’t include a blue screen of death.
Via TUAW
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Microsoft’s Sidewinder Gaming Mouse For Serious Gamers
Check out the new Sidewinder Gaming mouse from Microsoft.
This new mouse is a serious piece of kit for Gamers, with almost 5,000 adjustable settings, customizable for each of your games.
It features a 2,000 DPI resolution, with a processing speed of 7080 frames per second, there are five programmable buttons, and you can even program one to make your character spin 180 degrees.
It also features interchangeable weights and swappable pads which offer 3 levels of glide, and it even features an LCD that displays your current selected DPI.
It will go on sale in the US in October, for $79.99 (about £40).
I think I will definitely have to get one of these, I can see just one problem with it though, I won’t be able to blame my bad game-play on my mouse anymore.
Via Gizmodo
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Halo 3 Is The Fastest Selling Pre-Order Game
Halo 3 is the fastest selling pre-order game, having sold a massive 1 million copies to date.
That is a pretty impressive amount of pre-order sales considering it isn’t out until next month.
Lets hope it as good as all the hype.
Via ForeverGeek
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Xbox 360 premium Gets HDMI
Microsoft have announced that their Xbox 360 premium console now comes with a HDMI out.
Here’s Microsoft’s official statement:
“Yes, we are offering an HDMI port for Xbox 360 simply as another choice in Xbox 360 owners’ games and entertainment experience. Retailers are gradually introducing HDMI-enabled Xbox 360s into the channel to meet demand.”
Thats seem pretty cool, it seems like this is only in the US at the moment but this is bound to filter over to the UK soon.
I was considering getting an Xbox 360 Elite when they are available here, but if the premium console comes with HDMI out I may go for one of those instead, depending on the pricing compared to the Elite.
Via Engadget
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Microsoft Vista Sales Hit 60 Million
Microsoft have confirmed that they have now shipped 60 Million copies of Windows Vista.
Kevin Turner, Microsoft’s Chief Operating Officer said “By our math, we eclipsed the entire installed base of Apple in the first five weeks of shipment,”
Also according to Steve Ballmer, Microsoft’s CEO, “The installed base of Windows computers this coming 12 months will reach one billion,”
Via Techworld
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2 Billion Dollar Software Piracy Ring Smashed
A Chinese software piracy ring, which has distributed an estimated $2 billion worth of fake software has been smashed in a raid by the FBI.
The FBI seized over 290,000 fake cd’s worth over $500 million, and the FBI and China’s Public Security Bureau have arrested 25 people during this two week anti piracy operation.
The raid, dubbed Operation Summer Solstice is reported to be the biggest ever world wide, and the FBI has said that they had been working to net this gang for a couple of years.
The majority of the software seized included 13 versions of Microsoft’s most popular programs including Windows Vista, XP, Server and Office.
The gang sold versions of these programs in eight languages including Croatian and Dutch.
In a statement Microsoft said vital information that helped to track down the pirates came from its Windows Genuine Advantage (WGA) scheme.
Microsoft said information gathered by WGA from more than 1,000 fake copies produced by the counterfeiters and sold around the world helped law enforcement agencies home in on the pirates. Fake software produced by the group was found in 27 countries.
“Countries around the world are expected to experience a significant decrease in the volume of counterfeit software as a direct result of this action,” said Microsoft in its statement.
Via BBC
Picture Source: Digital Lifestyles
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Xbox 360 Elite UK Pricing Details Released
The Xbox 360 Elite is being released here in the UK on the 24th of August, a couple of online retailers including Play.com and GAME have put up pre-order pricing at £330.
Not exactly cheap, but its still cheaper than the PS3.
No details are available of exactly what you get for your three hundred and thirty notes, but at that price you would expect to get at least a couple of games.
The Xbox 360 Elite comes with a bigger HDD, and makes use of HDMI for High Def gaming.
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Scene It - New Xbox 360 Game and Controller
Microsoft have announced details of a new controller for the Xbox 360 along with a new game called ‘Scene It’, based on the popular Movie Trivia DVD Game.
This new controller works in a similar way to that of Nintendo’s Wiimote.
The game comes with four controllers and it will include more than 1,800 questions, you will also be able to download more questions via Xbox Live.
The Scene It game pack will go on sale for $60 (about £30).
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Xbox 360 Elite Coming to UK in August
Finally after a long wait Microsoft have announced that Europe will be getting the Xbox 360 Elite on August 24th.
The Xbox 360 Elite features HDMI connectivity and a larger HDD, it comes in black, with a a matching wireless controller, an Xbox LIVE headset and a HDMI cable.
The HDMI connectivity provides support for full 1080p which should please HD fans.
No pricing details have been announced but the Elite is expected to retail for about £300.
Via T3
PS John Cow was here 11th June 2007
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