Microsoft’s more powerful Windows tablet tries to be more things to more people, but it can’t do everything well
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Should You Subscribe to Microsoft Office 365?
One of the biggest new twists in Office 2013 involves how you might end up paying for it. Here’s how to do the math on Microsoft’s new Office subscription plan.
A Helpful Reminder That Rumors Are Not Facts
The tech press falls for an Xbox hoax.
Microsoft Surface Windows 8 Pro Coming Feb. 9
Microsoft has announced a release date of February 9 for the Surface Windows 8 Pro, a bulkier but more powerful version of the company’s first laptop-tablet hybrid.
Windows 8 Pricing Goes Back to Normal
As planned, the $39.99 upgrade deal will come to an end on February 1.
Did Microsoft Just Announce the Next Xbox with a Countdown? Probably.
Did Microsoft just announce the next Xbox for E3 2013 with a countdown? Place your bets.
Classic Game Emulators Allowed to Live in the Windows Store (For Now)
While perusing the Windows Store for new tablet apps last night, I came across a surprising find: Microsoft had recently let in a Super Nintendo emulator, dubbed Snes8x, for Windows 8 and Windows RT devices.
CloudOn: Microsoft Office on the iPhone, Right Now
An iPad app which provides access to genuine Office programs comes to the iPhone.
Microsoft’s Surface: Coming Soon to a Best Buy and Staples Near You
The rumors are true: The Microsoft Store’s Surface exclusivity is ending immediately.
Touchscreens and the Myth of Windows 8 ‘Gorilla Arm’
I’ll be surprised if you can buy a computer five years from now that doesn’t have a touchscreen — Apple products included.
Windows: It’s Still the Best Name for Windows
Microsoft’s operating system has its challenges, but changing its moniker won’t help.
Nobody Should Be Surprised if Surface Sales Are Modest
A research firm has slashed its sales forecast for Microsoft’s tablet. It should never have been large.
