ABC News

Microsoft Releases First Windows 8 Test BusinessWeek By Dina Bass and Hugo Miller on February 29, 2012 Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) released the first broadly available test version of the Windows 8 operating system, giving consumers an early peek at software designed to rival the touch-enabled features on … Microsoft Unveils Windows 8 for Consumer TestingABC News Microsoft to distribute Windows 8 on Qualcomm, Nvidia test PCsCNET Windows 8 is 'generational change' says Sinofsky, launching downloadable betaThe Guardian Wall Street Journal -Christian Science Monitor all 1,477 news articles »

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ABC News

Microsoft Launches Test Version of Windows 8 Wall Street Journal By SVEN GRENDBERG And SHIRA OVIDE Microsoft Corp. gave consumers their first chance to try out its next Windows operating system, another milestone in the software giant's big bet to refashion its flagship product for a computing era dominated by … Microsoft releases Windows 8 for public testingReuters Microsoft opens doors to Metro app store for Windows 8Computerworld Can my PC run the Windows 8 beta test build?CNET InformationWeek -Washington Post -PCWorld all 1,376 news articles »

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msnbc.com

Apple's market capitalization tops $500 billion msnbc.com By msnbc.com staff Apple's stock market value hit the $500 billion mark Wednesday, moving it into territory where few companies have gone before or have remained for very long. The record marks another high for Apple — already the world's most … 'iPad 3': Rumors ramp up as March 7 event nearsWashington Post 20% of non-iPad buyers would consider a $399 entry-level iPad 2Apple Insider Apple hits $500 billion markerChristian Science Monitor The Associated Press  -Computerworld -ConsumerReports.org all 2,244 news articles »

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Moneycontrol.com

Windows 8 Beta: Hands-on with Microsoft's tablet-friendly OS CNET by Seth Rosenblatt February 29, 2012 6:45 AM PST Follow @b1g1nj4p4n Is the love Windows 8 clearly wants too late to save Microsoft? Its first beta is eminently touchable, definitely social, and maybe just a bit sexy–but no shoo-in as belle of the ball … Microsoft Launches Test Version Of Windows 8Wall Street Journal The Windows 8 Kill Switch: A Hacker's Dream Come TruePC Magazine Microsoft unveils Windows 8 for consumer testingSan Francisco Chronicle all 1,189 news articles »

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BBC News

What Microsoft wants you to think about the Windows 8 beta CNET by Don Reisinger February 29, 2012 8:23 AM PST The company took the stage at Mobile World Congress to discuss where where it's headed, with "fast and fluid" its latest self-congratulatory catchphrase. Microsoft's Steven Sinofsky discussing Windows 8 at … Microsoft Launches Windows 8 Consumer Preview Software With Free AppsPCWorld Windows 8: Microsoft unveils consumer previewBBC News Windows 8 Consumer Preview Highlights Metro EvolutionPC Magazine Register -Forbes -AFP all 1,066 news articles »

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Telegraph.co.uk

Microsoft Launches Windows 8 Consumer Preview Software With Free Apps PCWorld By Melissa J. Perenson, PCWorld Microsoft used the backdrop of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona Wednesday to launch its long-awaited Windows 8 Consumer Preview. In doing so, Microsoft makes a big statement about where it sees Windows' future role on … Windows 8 Consumer Preview Highlights Metro EvolutionPC Magazine Microsoft drops 'risky' Windows 8 preview on WorldRegister Microsoft releases Windows 8 Consumer Preview for free downloadLos Angeles Times Forbes -Reuters -AFP all 1,012 news articles »

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msnbc.com

Windows 8 on ARM on Track, Microsoft Says PCWorld By Nancy Gohring, IDG News Anyone can take Windows 8 for a spin now that Microsoft has launched the so-called "consumer preview" version of the software at an event in Barcelona on Wednesday. The company said that ARM processor reference designs for … Microsoft releases Windows 8 Consumer Preview for free downloadLos Angeles Times Microsoft opens Windows 8 for public testingReuters MWC 2012: Windows 8 Consumer Preview available for downloadWashington Post Computerworld -InformationWeek -msnbc.com all 829 news articles »

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Telegraph.co.uk

Microsoft Releases Windows 8 Consumer Preview PC Magazine By Chloe Albanesius BARCELONA – Microsoft on Wednesday officially unveiled the consumer preview of Windows 8, its next-generation operating system. The updated OS preview is available now for download via preview.windows.com in English, French, German, … Microsoft ships Windows 8 Consumer PreviewComputerworld Microsoft Launches Test Version of Windows 8Wall Street Journal Windows 8 first look — and first touchmsnbc.com Fox News -CNET -ZDNet all 692 news articles »

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ABC News

Windows 8 beta unifies desktop and tablet–but will people like it? Video CNET To play this video, you need Javascript enabled and the latest version of Flash installed. Install Flash now Video description: The first Windows 8 beta is most impressive, mixing a unique touch interface with a traditional Windows approach that's … Windows 8 Consumer Preview: A First Look at Microsoft's New Operating SystemABC News Windows 8 Consumer Preview: a fresh startZDNet Microsoft Windows 8 Consumer Preview – reviewTelegraph.co.uk DailyTech -TechCrunch -TIME all 596 news articles »

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The Guardian

Nokia's Elop Reports 'Steady' Lumia Sales PC Magazine By Chloe Albanesius BARCELONA – Nokia chief Stephen Elop today insisted that uptake of Nokia-based Windows Phones has been growing steadily each week, and have a real shot at becoming the third most-competitive mobile eco-system behind iOS and Android. Microsoft Reveals a More Aggressive Smartphone PlanTom’s Hardware Guide Four Reasons to Root for the Windows PhoneForbes Nokia CEO takes aim at AndroidCNET Computerworld -Reuters all 1,765 news articles »

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CBC.ca

Nokia CEO takes aim at Android CNET by Roger Cheng February 29, 2012 4:39 AM PST Follow @RogerWCheng Stephen Elop says there is growing excitement for its products, particularly from the carriers that have seen its full road map. (From left) Foursquare CEO Dennis Crowley, HTC CEO Peter … Four Reasons to Root for the Windows PhoneForbes Nokia aims to appeal to developersComputerworld Momentum continues to build across Nokia developer ecosystemReuters Vancouver Sun -MarketWatch (blog) all 1,741 news articles »

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USA TODAY

Microsoft to unveil Windows 8 test version today Orlando Business Journal Microsoft Corp. is unveiling the first widely available test version of its Windows 8 operating system today. Reuters reports that the system is the first from Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT) that is designed to run on tablets as well as desktop and laptop … Microsoft details business features of Windows 8 Consumer PreviewThe Verge Microsoft unveils Windows 8 for public testReuters Microsoft's future riding on Windows 8USA TODAY all 475 news articles »

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CNET

Raspberry Pi retailers swamped by demand CNET By Vincent Chang on Feb 29, 2012 Remember that credit-card sized computer which runs Linux and is priced at just US$25? After missing its January launch, the Raspberry Pi Foundation, which created this ARM-powered computer, finally put it up on sale … Mini Raspberry Pi computer goes on sale for £22Telegraph.co.uk Raspberry Pi computer: Can it get kids into code?BBC News UK geeks are hungry for Raspberry PiInquirer Engadget -The Guardian -OS News all 71 news articles »

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The Guardian

Photos on iPhone may be at risk for security breach TheNewsTribune.com SAN FRANCISCO – The private photos on your phone may not be as private as you think. SAN FRANCISCO – The private photos on your phone may not be as private as you think. Developers of applications for Apple's mobile devices, along with Apple itself, … Apps Rush: TNW Magazine, SprintTV for iOS, Kid Launcher, ESPNsoccernet …The Guardian (blog) CrowdCloud app for iPhone: Useful Location Information – Another Network to ManagePC Magazine iOS Location authorization loophole gives apps access to iDevice photosApple Insider The Verge -DigitalJournal.com -SlashGear all 80 news articles »

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The Guardian (blog)

Apps Rush: TNW Magazine, SprintTV for iOS, Kid Launcher, ESPNsoccernet … The Guardian (blog) A selection of 13 apps for you today: This blogs-becoming-magazines thing is catching on: first Engadget Distro, and now fellow tech site TheNextWeb has launched a "digital monthly magazine" for iPad. It rounds up content from the site with additional … Photos on iPhone may be at risk for security breachTheNewsTribune.com CrowdCloud app for iPhone: Useful Location Information – Another Network to ManagePC Magazine iOS Location authorization loophole gives apps access to iDevice photosApple Insider The Verge -SlashGear -TechCrunch all 75 news articles »

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Globe and Mail

iPad trade-ins up 10x on eBay as new models loom Apple Insider By Josh Ong iPad owners appear to be getting rid of their older models in preparation for the third generation, as the number of iPads being traded in to eBay during February was up tenfold from that of the same month last year. Apple valued at $500bn as shares surge on iPad 3 hopesTelegraph.co.uk New Apple TV expected alongside iPad 3Digitaltrends.com iPad 3 Release Date, Rumors & News: Announcement Keynote Invites On March 7 Sent!The APPera Cherry Hill Courier Post -eWeek -PC Magazine all 1,418 news articles »

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New York Times

Apple loophole gives developers of apps access to users' private photos Economic Times SAN FRANCISCO: The private photos on your phone may not be as private as you think. Developers of applications for Apple's mobile devices, along with Apple itself, came under scrutiny this month after reports that some apps were taking people's address … CrowdCloud app for iPhone: Useful Location Information – Another Network to ManagePC Magazine iOS Location authorization loophole gives apps access to iDevice photosApple Insider iOS loophole gives developers access to photos, sources say a fix is comingThe Verge SlashGear -nPost.com (blog) -TechCrunch all 56 news articles »

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VentureBeat

HP's WebOS Purge Continues with Sacking of 275 Staffers PC Magazine By Damon Poeter Hewlett-Packard's whittling down of its webOS portfolio continued Tuesday with the firing of 275 of the remaining 600 employees working in the business unit acquired with its $1.2 billion acquisition of Palm in April 2010. HP Cuts 275 More WebOS Jobs In Push To Open SourceCRN HP Cutting 275 WebOS Jobs as It Makes Software Open-SourceBusinessWeek HP cuts staff as webOS transitions to open-sourceITworld.com Wall Street Journal all 49 news articles »

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CBC.ca

iPad 3: 10 Hot Features Apple Needs to Include eWeek NEWS ANALYSIS: Apple's iPad 3 is right around the corner, and when the device launches, there are several features that users want to see. Apple will be holding a special even March 7 at which the company is expected to finally unveil the iPad 3. iPad 3 is almost official: Apple invites media to March 7 eventTechSpot Will Apple Unveil a New Apple TV Alongside the iPad 3?PC Magazine iPad 3 Expected at March 7th Apple EventTidBITS Boston Herald -Reuters -Christian Science Monitor all 1,329 news articles »

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New York Times

CrowdCloud app for iPhone: Useful Location Information – Another Network to Manage PC Magazine By BrothaTech "There's an app for everything" There are also multiple apps that do the same thing. CrowdCloud attempts to take aspects from multiple apps and pull them into one app, but creates yet another network you have to manage. iOS Location authorization loophole gives apps access to iDevice photosApple Insider iOS loophole gives developers access to photos, sources say a fix is comingThe Verge Apple Loophole Gives Developers Access to PhotosNew York Times (blog) SlashGear -GigaOm -TechCrunch all 52 news articles »

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