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Microsoft And Nokia Bring Nokia Drive+ To All Windows Phone 8 Users
In June 2012, Microsoft promised that all Windows Phone 8 users, no matter which branded handset is in use, will get the option to use Nokia Drive. Finally, that promise has been delivered and those who didn't go the path of Nokia, can still experience Nokia's ecosystem.
Review: Borderlands 2 Sir Hammerlock's Big Game Hunt
Borderlands 2 is one of the best shooters of 2012, but how does the latest DLC Big Game Hunt stack up against previous ones? Is it just as great, or does it fall short of expectations and fails to garner the same excitement of the main quest and other DLCs before it?
Xbox 720 More Than A Game Console: PS4 Doesn't Stand A Chance (Opinion)
Rumors of what gamers should expect from the next-generation Xbox 720 have been popping up a lot recently, and from what I took from it all, it appears Microsoft's next console is going to be the next big thing ahead of the PS4.
4K Movies Will Be 120GB, Won't Fit On Blu-ray
With 4K TVs and content slowly creeping into relevancy, the Blu-ray platform appears to be headed in the other direction. If Sony's President and Chief Operating Officer Phil Molyneux statement holds merit, then users who require 4K content in the future may be forced to download, rather than purchase the content on physical media.
Software Developer Outsourced Job To China While He Watched Cat Videos All Day
Bob thought he was clever, he thought no one would find out about his little scheme; he probably thought he would never make the news, but Bob was wrong. His plans of outsourcing his job to China was going great right up to the point where he was busted, and now he's out of a job.
Samsung To Annouce 8-inch Galaxy Note Tablet At MWC 2013?
February is going to be one interesting month for Samsung and fans of Android. If recent reports hold true, an 8-inch Galaxy Note device that will compete with the iPad mini could be on the way before you know it.
Windows Phone 8 'Portico' Update Rolls Out To International Users
The so-called Portico update for Windows Phone 8 devices is being rolled out internationally after first appearing on the Nokia Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 in the U.S.
All Skyrim DLC Coming To PS3 In February, According To Bethesda
Good news for PlayStation 3 gamers waiting to get their hands on every single DLC for their copy of the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Per reports, it appears all content is shaping up for launch as one package, come February.
PlayStation 4 (PS4) Is Nearly 50 Percent More Powerful Than Xbox 720, Game Developers Claim
The next-gen gaming console battle is heating up with rumors from dropping in from every angle. The latest rumor to come up pegs the Sony PS4 as being 50 percent more powerful than the Xbox 720, if true, Microsoft could be in for some stiff competition.
Microsoft Office 2013 Prices Leaked, Available January End
For those who have been waiting patiently for the full version of Microsoft Office 2013, there's some good news - the wait is coming to an end. The new Office 2013 is expected to launch within the next few weeks, and prices are not too bad.
Nokia Lumia 620 Now Available In Russia For 11,990 Rubles ($396)
The Lumia 620, the most affordable Windows Phone 8 device from Nokia, is now officially available in Russia for 11, 990 rubles, the equivalent of $396.
Nokia Lumia 920 Battered To Death With A Hammer: Video
The Nokia Lumia 920 is one tough cookie that is able to take some serious beating before shutting down the lights for good. Quite a few videos out there shows the device being placed under the torture test, and most times the Lumia 920 stood strong, before eventually giving in.
Skype To Replace Xbox Live Voice Chat On Xbox 720?
Skype has become one of Microsoft's most important products since it was bought out back in 2010. We've seen Windows Live Messenger being replaced by Skype, and now Xbox Live Voice Chat is gearing up to meet the same fate.
Xbox 720 To Cost Between $350 And $400, Claims BER Analyst
Could the next generation Xbox cost $350? Colin Sebastian of Baird Equity Research (BER) seems to think so, and he's got a pretty good reason to.
Windows PC Shipments Decline: Windows 8 Not Saving PC Industry
Things are not looking so good for Windows 8 and Microsoft as PC shipments declined in Q4 2011. The decline in shipments is due to the rising tablet popularity for casual use, so a PC is no longer 100 percent needed in the home.
1 Million Surface RT Tablets Sold In Q4 2012
In the last quarter of 2012, Microsoft is estimated to have sold 1 million Surface RT tablets, a far cry from the number of iPads sold in the same period.
Xbox 360 On Course To Beat Wii In The U.S. By 2017
The Xbox 360 currently sits in the second spot, behind the Nintendo Wii, in overall U.S sales. However, research firm DFC Intelligence predicts that it is highly possible for the Xbox 360 to triumph over the Wii and come away as the winner of current generation of consoles.
The Single Most Important Thing All Next-Gen Consoles Need Is... (Opinion)
What is it that all next-generation consoles need, you wonder? The answer isn't fancy graphics and super-fast computing, but what all next-generation consoles need is a screenshot tool.
Review: The Walking Dead - Episode 2 (Xbox 360)
The Walking Dead: Episode 2 - Starved for Help is not so much about zombies, but about how humans treat each other during an apocalypse. Zombies lurk around seeking humans to devour, but they are not the main attraction in Episode 2, surprisingly enough.
Top 10 Xbox 360 Games Of 2012 (Part 2)
The Xbox 360 was the top video game console of 2012 in the U.S. and the top selling console overall. It is not easy being top dog in such a competitive environment, but with solid games being released all the time, the console continues its dominion.
Xbox 720 And PS4 Specs Leaked: Faster CPU And GPU (PS4), More CPU Cores And RAM (Xbox 720)
Both the Xbox 720 and PS4 are turning out to be powerhouse machines if recent rumors are true. From the leaked information, it is clear that both consoles will do things differently, and the differences could decide which console comes out on top.
Top Windows Phone 8 Apps For Beginners (Part 2)
If you are reading this, then there is a high chance you recently bought a Nokia Lumia 920, a HTC 8X, or a Lumia 820 and are out seeking some good applications to grace your handset. Windows Phone 8 devices come with some neat pre-installed applications that are bound to keep you busy for a while, but you'll need a lot more to make yourself look cool to your friends and family.
Bing Search Gains, Google Search Declines: comScore
Despite very stiff competition from Google Search, Bing Search was able to gain market share to sign off 2012 with 16.3 percent, up from 16.2 percent. This rise in Bing Search market share could be attributed to the new social features added in 2012.
Windows Phone Devices Close To 1 Million Sold Per Week? Possibly
Need more proof that Windows Phone is gaining traction? Well check this. Windows Phone devices are approaching 1 million devices sold per week, and over 70 percent of that number would be Nokia Lumia devices.
Operation Flashpoint: Red River - The Shooter That Could Have Been The Greatest
One of the most underrated shooters of the previous generation was Operating Flashpoint: Red River for the Xbox 360, PS3, and PC. With all its problems, I believe this is a game that is worth playing, however, it is not too hard to see why the game didn't quite kick off, as it should have.
Valve's Mobile Gaming Device Is Called 'Littlefoot': Steam Box Controller To Have Touchpad
While Valve is busy working tirelessly on the Steam Box Linux-based game console, the company has no plans to ignore the growing market that is mobile. After Steam Box is launched, Valve plans to launch a mobile gaming device codenamed "Littlefoot."
Apple No Longer Cool But Microsoft Surface Tablet Is, According to Teens
Since the debut of the iPhone, Apple has been considered as the coolest company around. However, if a new survey of things that teens prefer turns out to be true, Apple could be in for serious loss of sales to Microsoft.
