Microsoft is building a new file system into Windows 8 that appears to be named ReFS. Traces of the “Protogon” file system were discovered in early alpha copies of Windows 8 as far back as … read more
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Microsoft transitioning to a darker color scheme for Windows 8?
30th Nov 11 12:45 pm with 34 CommentsMicrosoft appears to be transitioning to a darker color scheme with its latest Windows 8 builds. The Windows 8 login screen in the latest 8160.0.winmain.111122-1913 build now contains a dark blue coloring, compared to the green … read more
Forrester Research: Windows 8 tablets too late, consumers no longer interested
29th Nov 11 3:01 pm with 93 CommentsForrester Research published a new report on Tuesday claiming Microsoft’s tablet strategy is too late. Microsoft unveiled its tablet Metro style user interface at the company’s BUILD event in September but has not yet revealed … read more
Windows 8 ARM notebooks expected to debut in mid-2013
29th Nov 11 12:45 pm with 32 CommentsWindows 8 ARM-powered notebooks will debut in mid-2013, according to reports. Microsoft is currently preparing its first beta copy of Windows 8, expected at CES, and computer manufacturers far and wide are testing their latest … read more
Security researcher demonstrates Windows 8 bootkit [video]
25th Nov 11 2:47 pm with 25 CommentsSecurity researcher Peter Kleissner has created a Windows 8 bootkit that bypasses User Account Control (UAC). The bootkit, just 14KB in size, is believe to be the first proof-of-concept exploit code for Windows 8. The … read more
Microsoft reportedly preparing a new Xbox model for 2012, designed for Windows 8
22nd Nov 11 1:30 pm with 78 CommentsMicrosoft is reportedly preparing a new Xbox 360 model for 2012 that would operate Windows 8. The new Xbox 360 model would launch in time for the holiday season of 2012 and will reportedly be … read more
Microsoft reveals its online upgrade experience for Windows 8
21st Nov 11 8:24 pm with 25 CommentsMicrosoft detailed a number of changes in its Windows 8 setup experience on Monday. Microsoft’s planning of Windows 8 involved looking closely at the setup experience on its next-generation operating system. “We wanted to hear … read more
Windows 8 hits build 8156 as beta approaches
21st Nov 11 6:47 pm with 41 CommentsMicrosoft is moving closer to its first Windows 8 beta, reaching build 8156 recently. The software giant is currently preparing pre-beta builds of Windows 8 and many Microsoft watchers believe a Windows 8 beta may … read more
Nokia comments on Windows 8 and Lumia handset rumors
16th Nov 11 3:32 pm with 24 CommentsNokia has commented on rumors that the company plans to launch a Windows 8 tablet in 2012. The Finnish handset maker issued a statement to BGR on Wednesday but refused to confirm or deny whether … read more
Nokia manager hints at Windows 8 tablet in 2012, new Lumia handsets
16th Nov 11 8:03 am with 13 CommentsNokia’s French general manager has reportedly hinted at a Nokia based Windows 8 tablet due next year. Paul Amsellem, Nokia’s French general manager, briefly discussed Nokia’s Windows 8 tablet plans in an interview with French … read more