Microsoft unveiled its next-generation Xbox One video game console in Redmond, Washington, complete with Skype capabilities. The company is positioning the new Xbox as an all-in-one entertainment system for the living room. Microsoft only briefly addressed games, instead focusing on the stuff that is under the hood, turning the Xbox…
It’s been awhile since we’ve heard anything regarding Skype Video Messaging and when it would be made available. While it’s not the official version yet, the preview version recently became available in the Windows Store. A few days ago, Microsoft released a preview of Skype Video Messaging for the desktop…
We’ve heard Nokia tablet rumors before, and they didn’t exactly pan out as expected; Nokia still has not launched a Windows 8 or Windows RT-powered tablet (but that hasn’t stopped the company from launching its Nokia Music service for the platform). Again, rumors are flaring up that Nokia might be…
When it comes to availability, Microsoft‘s tablets are just scratching the surface. As of right now, both tablets are available in only a select few countries. That’s about to change, however, as Microsoft announced this morning that its Windows RT and Windows 8 powered tablets will be rolling out some…
Most people who use Windows 8 tend to agree that the loss of the Start button in the lower left hand corner of the screen was a definite change, but one that is easy to accept. However, there’s no doubt that it’s a jarring change for many consumers, especially if…
Despite the fact that the new Start screen found in Windows 8 and Windows RT represents a future that’s almost completely free of the mouse and keyboard gestures of old, it looks like the world may not be ready for the future just yet, at least not entirely. The latest…
Okay, so it’s not really the name that matters when it comes to Windows Blue, Microsoft’s upcoming update to Windows 8 tablets and PCs. After all, it’s the features and the functionality that really matter, and as long as we’re able to use our favorite applications on the OS, we’d…
It’s been awhile since the Windows 8 version of Skype has received an update and those of you using the VoIP app will be happy with the new features the latest update brings to the table. Microsoft’s latest Skype release carries the version number of 1.6 and adds a contact…
