Microsoft’s new file system for Windows 8 will only be available in server variants of the operating system, WinRumors has learned. The software maker is currently readying a new file system as an offshoot to … read more
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Microsoft unveils encrypted Wireless Desktop 2000 set
5th Jun 11 3:00 pm with 10 CommentsMicrosoft revealed a brand new keyboard and mouse set this week, aimed at security conscious users. The Wireless Desktop 2000 is Microsoft’s first desktop combo that includes Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 128-bit technology. AES will … read more
Microsoft details Windows 8 hardware recommendations
2nd Jun 11 3:12 am with 8 CommentsMicrosoft revealed some hardware “considerations” for its Windows 8 operating system on Thursday. The software giant unveiled a number of Windows 8 ARM-based tablet prototype devices during a technical demonstration at Computex on Thursday. Mike … read more
Microsoft’s axed Zune Nano project revealed in pictures
31st May 11 6:40 pm with 16 CommentsMicrosoft may have been planning a Zune Nano according to design patents discovered on Tuesday. Manan Kakkar at Techie Buzz revealed several images of what is believed to be Microsoft’s Zune Nano, a competitor to … read more
Acer reveals its first Windows Phone Mango device
31st May 11 1:49 pm with 39 CommentsAcer has revealed its first Windows Phone Mango device at Computex this week. The device, expected later this year, will be named the Acer W4. Acer’s Windows Phone includes a 5PM camera, 8GB storage and … read more
Microsoft preparing tight controls on Windows 8 tablet hardware
31st May 11 10:52 am with 24 CommentsMicrosoft is preparing tighter controls on hardware for its Windows 8 tablet experience, according to reports. Acer Chairman and Chief Executive Officer J.T. Wang described the controls as “troublesome” during a speech at the Computex … read more
Microsoft releases new stylish art stamped mice
11th May 11 10:51 pm with 8 CommentsMicrosoft revealed its latest range of wireless mice on Wednesday. The software giant held a special event in New York City to launch the Artist Studio Series of Wireless Mobile 3500 mice. The brand new … read more
Microsoft unveils new hardware specs for future Windows Phones
14th Apr 11 6:46 pm with 49 CommentsMicrosoft unveiled the future of its Windows Phone hardware specifications at MIX11 this week. Microsoft distinguished engineer Istvan Cseri revealed the new hardware specifications for future Windows Phones on Wednesday. Cseri explains that hardware manufacturers … read more
Microsoft planning to announce new flexible hardware specs for Windows Phone 7?
11th Apr 11 8:45 pm with 26 CommentsMicrosoft may be planning to announce a new flexible hardware specification for Windows Phone 7, WinRumors has learned. According to sources familiar with the company’s plans, the new hardware specifications will allow device manufacturers such as … read more
Microsoft planning NFC support for next-generation Windows Phone hardware
29th Mar 11 11:32 pm with 2 CommentsMicrosoft is planning to support near field communication (NFC) technologies in its next-generation Windows Phone hardware, according to reports. The software giant is currently readying its latest hardware specifications and intends to unveil its NFC … read more