Apr 08
It was only a matter of time
Apr 08
As part of a recent top level management shift, Phil Spencer was crowned as the head of Microsoft’s Xbox division. A few months back when there was endless speculation about Steve Ballmer’s successor, it was rumored multiple times that the new CEO could potentially sell off the Xbox division. When Satya Nadella got the job, he initially said that Microsoft must focus on mobile and cloud. The fact that he left Xbox out of that discussion added more fuel to the fire, though Nadella later did acknowledge the importance of the company’s gaming arm.
In an interview with Edge Magazine, Spencer confidently says that Xbox will continue to remain a part of Microsoft, adding that the division will play a major part in the company’s future strategy. “Xbox is maybe the most relevant brand that Microsoft has with consumers today,” Spencer said. This should hopefully quash rumors for now that Microsoft is looking to dump its Xbox division.
Interestingly, Phil Spencer happens to be the first senior Microsoft executive to directly talk about sale rumors. Spencer has also promised in the interview that additional Kinect titles will be released later this year. Moreover, he revealed that more exclusive titles will be launched for the Xbox One soon.
Xbox Head Phil Spencer Doesn’t Think Microsoft Will Dump It , original content from Ubergizmo, Filed in Gaming, Microsoft, Xbox, 
Apr 08
Starting today, users all around the world will begin to gain access to Windows 8.1 Update. This is the first major update to the Windows 8.1 system, a re-structuring of … Continue reading
Apr 08
Today marks the day we bid farewell to the 12 and a half year old Windows XP, and other than such a milestone in Microsoft’s stable of operating systems, we are also treated to the Windows 8.1 Update 1 that has been made available to the masses. Do bear in mind that the features found in Windows 8.1 Update 1 are not revolutionary on their own, but for those who make use of a keyboard and a mouse (instead of using the operating system in tablet mode only), this particular update would be a huge boost to the platform’s functionality.
Those who are keen to see their respective hardware system get a bump to Windows 8.1 Update 1 will be able to download it via Windows Update, where the relevant download links for Windows 8.1 Update x86 can be found here: KB2919355, KB2919442, KB2932046, KB2937592, KB2938439, and KB2949621-v2 (Windows Server 2012 R2 only).
If you are looking for the download links for Windows 8.1 Update x64, they are KB2919355, KB2919442, KB2932046, KB2937592, KB2938439, and KB2949621-v2 (Windows Server 2012 R2 only).
Those who are rocking to Windows 8.1 Update ARM can get their updates here: KB2919355, KB2919442, KB2932046, KB2937592, and KB2938439. Do expect the updates to make an appearance on Windows Update from approximately 10AM PST onward.
Windows 8.1 Update 1 Available For Download , original content from Ubergizmo, Filed in Computers, Microsoft, Windows, 
Apr 08
Stanford University’s Manu Prakash, Ph.D., loves coming up with cheap, rugged scientific equipment, like his 50-cent microscope made of folded cardboard
Apr 08
Caffeine may be the fuel many of us rely on to get us motivated in the morning, but coffee as a social lubricant – thanks to a machine that refuses … Continue reading
Apr 08
HTC M8 Ace Leaked
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Much has been said and done about the HTC One M8 ever since it was released, and apart from that, it seems that we also have rumors concerning the HTC One M8 mini going around. Well, apparently there is yet another HTC One M8 variant, where serial leakster @evleaks has referred to this particular device as the “HTC M8 Ace”.
Unfortunately for us and the rest of the world, the HTC M8 Ace that @evleaks showed is nothing much to look at – other than the fact that the overall design does not seem to veer too far away from the HTC One M8, sporting its now signature rounded corners as well as an HTC logo located right below its display. The display’s image has been blurred out, but some enterprising sleuths decided to make some guesses concerning it, with the possibility of it being a green Sense 6 screenshot that is not too different from the one found in the HTC One M8 press images.
Does the HTC M8 Ace arrive in a shade of red? Perhaps, which makes it all the more interesting, since the HTC One M8 is currently available in gray, silver and gold colors. What do you make of it all?
HTC M8 Ace Leaked , original content from Ubergizmo, Filed in Cellphones, Rumors, HTC, m8, 
Apr 08
Comcast and Time Warner Cable on why their merger is a good thing: ‘Big isn’t bad’
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The day before their executives go in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Comcast and Time Warner Cable have filed joint FCC applications for their merger. Available as a blog post from Comcast EVP David Cohen or a 180 page Public Interest…
Apr 08
We did talk about how the U.S. Navy has every intention to deploy a railgun on their ships by the time 2016 arrives, but railguns are not the only weapons of choice for their fleet. It seems that Navy engineers happen to be making final adjustments to a laser weapon prototype which will deploy aboard the USS Ponce later this summer, being a first of its kind to boot. This prototype happens to be an improved version of the Laser Weapon System (LaWS), where it will undergo at-sea testing in the Persian Gulf.
Chief of Naval Research Rear Adm. Matthew Klunder shared, “This is a revolutionary capability. It’s absolutely critical that we get this out to sea with our sailors for these trials, because this very affordable technology is going to change the way we fight and save lives.”
Navy leaders have done their bit to make sure that directed-energy weapons remain a top priority when it comes to countering asymmetric threats, where among them include unmanned and light aircraft as well as small attack boats which could prove to be an obstacle when it comes to denying U.S. forces access to selected areas. High-energy lasers happen to be the ideal weapon that counter such threats at the speed of light without sacrificing on accuracy and limited ammunition count. [Press Release]
Navy Engineers To Deploy Laser Weapon Later This Summer , original content from Ubergizmo, Filed in Military, laser, navy, 
Apr 08
N25o 31.019’E050o51.948′: You need a set of GPS coordinates to visit Richard Serra’s newest work, which stretches more than a half-mile through the Qatari desert.
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