Dec 23
This week the next Halo title has appeared for Xbox One – the first Halo title for the console – and it’s a top-down shooter. While we’re sure the most … Continue reading
Dec 23
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Dec 23
Microsoft-Nokia Deal Still Facing Review In China Over Local Vendors’ Concerns
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The Microsoft-Nokia deal is well on its way and pretty much most regulatory bodies around the world have given it their blessing, along with Nokia’s shareholders as well, but it seems that there are still some who are a tad cautious about said deal, possibly over fears of monopolization, and over in China it looks as though they are exercising a great deal of caution over the approval of the deal. According to a report from Beijing-based newspaper, The Economic Observer, they are claiming that China’s Ministry of Commerce has yet to give the deal their blessing due to concerns from local vendors, such as ZTE, Lenovo, and Xiaomi who fear that this deal could mean higher royalty rates.
It seems that previously, Nokia had been pretty easy going regarding patent protection in China, and only a few vendors were charged patent fees for use of Nokia’s patents, but now with the deal, local vendors are worried that Microsoft/Nokia would use their power to hike up the prices. The Economic Observer even notes that it is possible that Nokia could generate an additional $1.1 billion in patent income from the Chinese market alone come 2014. We’re not sure what Nokia could do to appease the Chinese government, but for now this is one hurdle Microsoft and Nokia need to overcome for the deal to go through.
Microsoft-Nokia Deal Still Facing Review In China Over Local Vendors’ Concerns original content from Ubergizmo. 
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Dec 22
While Nokia is definitely holding its own over in India, especially with devices like the Nokia Lumia 520, we suppose it wouldn’t hurt if Microsoft were to try and court some of India’s top OEMs if they wish to gain an even larger share of the Indian market, and that is apparently what they are trying to do. This is according to The Times of India who reports that Microsoft is looking to woo some of India’s smartphone OEMs, the top 3 to be exact, in hopes that they will produce Windows Phone devices. The reason is because these OEMs are said to be in control of about 32% of the Indian smartphone market and having them produce Windows Phone handsets would definitely be a boon for Microsoft and help them gain market share quickly.
At least one of them has agreed to come aboard, and they are none other than Xolo, a subsidiary of Lava, who has promised to release a Windows Phone device come 2014. Micromax, one of the three and the second largest in India, admits to be in talks with Microsoft although at the moment they are still haggling over licensing fees, which they admit is a pretty big obstacle especially considering that Android is free. Lastly would be Karbonn who at the moment is neither confirming nor denying that the company is in talks with Microsoft. The Windows Phone licensing fee is currently at $25, if the rumors are to be believed, which is understandably expensive if companies were to mass produce devices. Will Microsoft’s efforts in India be successful? We guess we will have to wait and find out.
Microsoft Courting India’s Top Smartphone OEMs For Windows Phone Devices original content from Ubergizmo. 
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Dec 22
Xbox One Review
Posted in: Today's ChiliMicrosoft is certain the Xbox One is their key to taking over living room entertainment in its entirety. Experiencing the Xbox One for the first time will almost certainly remind … Continue reading
Dec 22
Microsoft’s Early Christmas Present: 20GB Of Free SkyDrive Storage For WP users
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Christmas is just around the corner and people are busy with shopping and wrapping of gifts that they intend to give out. It is certainly going to be a festive time and even Microsoft has pitched into the holiday festivities. Redmond has sent out an email, which actually comes as a rather early Christmas present. The company is offering 20GB of free SkyDrive storage to people who use Windows Phone devices.
The email invites Windows Phone owners to activate the 20GB free bonus SkyDrive storage, they have until the end of January to claim this generous gift. It goes without saying that SkyDrive has become a crucial part of Microsoft’s entire ecosystem, and offering free storage only gives people more on an incentive to start using its cloud storage service, while those who already do will no doubt be overjoyed with an additional 20GB of storage in their accounts. Microsoft has been rather generous lately, with regards to offering free SkyDrive storage. It already offers 200GB free for two years with every purchase of its new Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 tablets. The free cloud storage will be good for an entire year. So if you do own a Windows Phone, it would certainly serve your own interest to claim your free 20GB SkyDrive storage.
Microsoft’s Early Christmas Present: 20GB Of Free SkyDrive Storage For WP users original content from Ubergizmo. 
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Dec 21
Microsoft last night sent out an email to some of its Windows Phone users informing them of some good news. They will get 20GB of additional SkyDrive storage for one … Continue reading
Dec 20
Microsoft has announced today that Jim DuBois, a company faithful, has been appointed the new chief information officer, as well as corporate vice president. Under the new CIO position, DuBois … Continue reading
Dec 20
So you pulled out the big guns and you got your son (age 27 or otherwise) a console. You’re justifiably excited about the Christmas morning surprise, but there’s one thing you must absolutely remember to take care of before you wrap that gadget gift: Day one updates. Trust us.
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Dec 20
If you have been on the internet for a while, odds are you used the AOL software Winamp at some point in your web life to play your favorite music. … Continue reading
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