Microsoft aims to increase Surface tablet sales through business resellers
Microsoft's Surface tablet is ready for business. The company partners with business-friendly resellers and launches a program to fund business app dev.
Lenovo ThinkPad Helix starts shipping, Seton Hall University gets first batch
Seton Hall students and faculty will be using the Windows 8 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix hybrid next year, but no sign yet for when the laptop will hit stores.
Lenovo teases Yoga 11S Ultrabook with artsy new commercial
Lenovo collaborates with THE SILHOUETTES dance company to show off the flexible Yoga 11S: the Windows 8-running, mini-Ultrabook due in stores June 23.
Lenovo, Best Buy list IdeaPad Yoga 11S for pre-order
Months after we met Lenovo's Ideapad Yoga 11S at the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show, the company puts it up for preorder on its website and on Bestbuy.com.
Build 2013 report card: Microsoft passes, but just barely
With Build 2013 almost over, and the keynotes done, here's how we score Microsoft's response to three critical issues that trouble its future in computing.
The Silence of Windows RT: How Microsoft’s plot to kill the desktop was thwarted
Windows RT appears to be dead. With sales floundering, no devices on the horizon, and the lack of any direct mention at its Build keynote, Microsoft has acknowledged that people don't like the restrictive version of its new operating system. But is it gone for good?
Windows 8 finally gets its official Facebook app
At the Microsoft Build conference, CEO Steve Ballmer announced that an official Facebook app is on the way to Windows 8.
Acer unveils Aspire P3, a tablet and Ultrabook in one
At its global press conference in New York City on Friday, Acer unveiled its new Aspire line of convertible tablets, including the 11.6" Aspire P3.
World’s thinnest Windows 8 tablet, the Samsung ATIV Tab 3, debuts in London
Samsung just released the ATIV Tab 3, the world's thinnest tablet. This 10-inch tablet weighs a mere 1.21 pounds but runs the full version of Windows 8.
Vevo launches Windows 8 app ahead of Microsoft Build conference
As one of the apps to be showcased at Microsoft's Build conference, the free Vevo app for Windows 8 is optimized for larger displays, touch, and Snap mode.
Windows Store 2.0: Windows 8.1 will feature fixes to messy store interface
The upcoming Windows 8.1 OS upgrade will feature some key changes to the Windows Store interface. Windows Store 2.0 will be much more user friendly.
Asus ViVoPC specs revealed, can hold up to 16GB of RAM
Taiwanese-based computer company Asus reveals specifications for its ViVoPC mini PC that was unveiled in short detail at this year's Computex event.
HP claims Windows XP’s downfall will boost PC sales
Though analysts blame Windows 8 for a steady decline in PC sales, HP feels that the ending Windows XP support will cause an upturn for the PC Market.
Asus unveils Republic of Gamers G750 laptop with Thunderbolt, Nvidia GTX 765M GPU
Asus intros the RoG G750 gaming laptop at Computex 2013. For $1,400, you get a next-gen Intel Core i7 chip, Nvidia GTX 765M GPU, and a Thunderbolt port.
7-inch Windows 8 Bay Trail tablet from Inventec unveiled at Computex
Inventec unveils its own 7-inch Windows 8 tablet codenamed Lyon at Computex 2013. The tablet features a Bay Trail chip and a 1280 x 800 IPS screen.
Microsoft will ship ‘small’ Windows 8 tablets with free copy of Office 2013
At Computex 2013, Microsoft announced that "small" Windows 8 tablets will ship with a free copy of its popular Office Home and Student 2013 package.
The Predator is back – Acer’s gaming PC gets updated with Intel Haswell & Nvidia graphics
Acer just announced the newest update in its Predator desktop gaming PC with a new Intel Haswell processor, Nvidia graphics, and 3TB hard drive.
Asus’ crazy new Transformer Book Trio is a tablet/laptop/desktop hybrid running both Android and Windows 8
Asus has a new device which should offer the best of all worlds in a single product, as the Transformer Book Trio is a tablet/laptop/desktop all-on-one hybrid, which runs both Android and Windows 8. Yes, really.
Acer to launch $400 Android-running AiO PC [Updated]
The Acer AiO PC concept bursts onto the scene with an Android operating system, an ARM processor, and a very affordable $400 price tag.
It’s true! Windows Start button’s return confirmed in Windows 8.1 screen shots
We've been hearing a lot of rumors around Microsoft's latest OS update, Windows 8.1. Today, Paul Thurrott confirmed the Start button will be coming back.
Best apps of the week: TempoRun, Poker Night 2, Tinder, and more
Looking for some new apps to fill up your phone or tablet with? Look no further, as we've collected the best apps of the week, both new and updates, all in one place.
HP Envy 14 TouchSmart Ultrabook sneaks out with 3200 x 1800 display
The HP Envy 14 TouchSmart Ultrabook will start at $699, but it can be upgraded to a whopping 3,200 x 1,800 resolution display.
Microsoft intros Sculpt Comfort & Sculpt Mobile mice with dedicated Windows button
Microsoft is adding a bright blue dedicated Windows button to the brand new Sculpt Comfort Mouse, $39, and the Sculpt Mobile Mouse, $29.
Acer Aspire R7: Everything you need to know
The Acer Aspire R7 is a laptop-tablet hybrid with a rotating display that can "float" above the keyboard. It is certainly unlike any notebook we've seen.
Microsoft Windows 8 ad uses Siri to make fun of iPad
Siri is the star of a new ad featuring Apple's iPad....however, the ad happens to be for Windows 8 and is the work of Microsoft.
Asus to finally release Transformer Book hybrid PC on May 21
Asus is finally unleashing the Transformer Book, a Windows 8 Ultrabook-tablet hybrid announced almost a year ago. It'll be available in the U.S. May 21.
Nokia’s interest in tablets continues, but it still isn’t ready to share anything with us
Speaking at the launch of the Lumia 925, Nokia's VP of design said the company is still interested in tablets, but isn't ready to share any details. Her comments add to several years of speculation regarding such a device.
Windows 8 Start menu apps showdown: What’s the best way to get your Start menu back?
There are numerous Windows 8 start menu replacements to choose from. Which is best? We've tested three options to help you pick the best for your desktop.
International Space Station incorporating more Linux computers [Updated]
The United Space Alliance, which manages all the computers on-board the ISS, taps Debian 6 as the go-to OS for the station for its security and adaptability
Lenovo’s 27-inch IdeaCentre Horizon table PC now available starting at $1,699
Lenovo's IdeaCentre Horizon wowed us when we first saw it at CES in January. This unique machine takes the term "desktop" literally, and is available today.
Microsoft: Don’t expect iTunes for Windows 8 ‘any time soon,’ the ball’s in Apple’s court
An official iTunes app has yet to arrive on Windows 8, making it hard for users to navigate the software, and Microsoft says you shouldn't expect one soon.
Windows 8 app store now has 50,000 apps to choose from
The Windows 8 app store reached a new milestone: With 50,000 apps in its store, it now has more than twice the number of apps it had just three months ago.
Microsoft outs bizarre Windows 8 ads … and pulls them down quickly
Microsoft's new "Windows 8 Training Camp" ads are bizarre yet entertaining at the same time. Too bad they were pulled down as quickly as they were launched.
Tablet sales on the rise, to surpass PCs by end of year
Analyst Sameer Singh is forecasting bad news for PCs, and expects tablet devices to overtake them in sales sometime in the next few months. By the end of 2013, tablets may be more popular than their PC counterparts.
Acer executive tips the W3 Windows 8 tablet for launch on June 4
An Acer executive has tipped the Acer W3 Windows 8 tablet for launch on June 4. Recently leaked through Amazon, the W3 is set to be one of the first, small Windows 8 tablets, and could cost just $380.
TiVo to pull free Desktop PC software in early June
Definitely something for TiVo owners to jump on before June 2013 rolls around, the free version of TiVo Desktop for PC will be discontinued in favor of the premium version of the software.
Six months later: Microsoft sells 100 million Windows 8 licenses, keeps pace with Windows 7
It's been six months since launch. The number of Windows 8 licenses sold is already on par with Windows 7, and the Windows Store is now 67,000 apps strong.
Asus CEO believes 7-inch tablets will be the special sauce Windows 8 needs
Asus CEO Jerry Shen reveals in an earnings call this morning that sub-$300, 7-inch Windows 8 slates are coming later this year, but is still lukewarm on RT.