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First Apps Now Available for Zune HD
A “Marketplace” which offers nine free apps is already shelling out software to Zune HD users across the land. The apps, which include calculator, weather, Texas hold ‘em, Sudoku, Space Battle 3, Shell Game…
Startling News: Windows 7 Upgrades Could Take Over 20 Hours To Complete
Upgrading your operating system using the “in-place” approach has always come at the cost of some performance and stability, but never would we have imagined that it could take up to 20 hours to upgrade to Windows 7!
Judge Temporarily Suspends Word Sales Ban
In Technology news a federal appeals court yesterday provided much-needed succor to Microsoft in its high-stakes legal duel with Canadian firm i4i. The latest judgement temporarily suspends the permanent injunction on the sale of Microsoft Word in its current patent-violating avatar…
Newegg: Microsoft Ergonomic Wireless Keyboard for $30.99
Newegg is running a sale on the wireless model, the Microsoft Ergonomic Wireless Keyboard 6000. It’s regularly $49.99, and currently on sale for $40.99 with free shipping. But wait! If you use promo code EMCLXLP45, you can snag this keyboard for just $30.99!
Microsoft Sidewinder X8
Microsoft’s latest Sidewinder mouse, the X8, combines a wireless design with the latest in optical sensor technology. Sporting a proprietary BlueTrack sensor, the X8 will work on most any surface, including granite and marble, which are problems for mice with more traditional optical and laser sensors. This is also Microsoft’s first wireless Sidewinder mouse—it utilizes the traditional 2.4GHz band, but updates more times per second than most wireless Microsoft mice.
All Old Zune Models Being Phased Out
The year began with speculative whispers of Zune’s impending demise.Despite all the uncertainty clouding the Zune’s future, Microsoft announced the Zune HD on May 26, 2009. The company wants to turn over a new leaf with the Zune HD.
Amazon First to Offer Cheaper Xbox 360 Elite with Free Deals
PCMag yesterday reported on Microsoft’s price cut of the Xbox 360 Elite, from $399.99 to $299.99; the $249.99 Xbox 360 Pro, however, will be discontinued.
