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Microsoft unveils Windows Phone

Microsoft's Robbie Bach gives details on a new platform called Windows Phone, which features a mobile app store. The company also unveils updates to Zune HD and Xbox 360, including the ability to stream HD video to Microsoft's gaming console.

October 6, 2009

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HTC Touch2

CNET takes a look at some of the new features of Windows Mobile 6.5 on the HTC Touch2. See it here in our First Look video.

October 6, 2009

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ZDNet's Ed Bott previews how to switch seamlessly between Windows 7 and XP

Is an incompatible program or device standing between you and a Windows 7 upgrade? If you're willing to pay for Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise, or Ultimate edition, you might be able to use a clever solution to fool that old code into running in the new OS. Windows XP Mode lets you run Windows XP applications in a virtual machine right on the Windows 7 desktop. ZDNet's Ed Bott provides a close-up look at how XP Mode works.

September 29, 2009

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ZDNet's Ed Bott previews new shortcuts for managing your desktop

Moving, resizing, and arranging windows on the screen has been one of those things we've done since the earliest days of Microsoft Windows. If you've used Windows since, oh, 1995 or so, you know the maximize, minimize, and restore buttons like the back of your hand. But those old-school tools just don't cut it with today's big monitors and high-definition resolutions. ZDNet's Ed Bott shows you a cool new set of gestures and shortcuts to help you move, resize, and arrange windows more intelligently.

September 29, 2009

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ZDNet's Ed Bott takes a closer look at the new Windows 7 GUI

Sociologists say that multitasking has shortened our attention spans and made us more easily distracted than ever. Apparently it's a losing battle. With 4GB or more of memory in the standard Windows PC these days, it's possible to open dozens of windows at once. The challenge for Windows users is how to keep track of all those windows without losing focus. ZDNet's Ed Bott shows you how some new features in Windows 7 can help you multitask more effectively.

September 29, 2009

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Microsoft shows "Pink" (sort of), MMS disaster, er, feature about to launch on iPhone, Wii gets price cut.

Microsoft shows "Pink" (sort of); MMS disaster, er, feature about to launch on iPhone; Wii gets a price cut; Archos' new Windows 7 tablet looks great--too bad nobody will notice; and MIT has a synthetic eyeball on the way that amazes us. Oh yeah...and about that cuddle party...

By September 28, 2009

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Twitter trades hype for a huge cash infusion, Windows 7 attempts to create hype with a spectacularly awfsome video, and we cover all the hype falling out of the Demo conference.

Twitter trades hype for a huge cash infusion, Windows 7 attempts to create hype with a spectacularly awfsome video, and we cover all the hype falling out of the Demo conference. Speaking of falling, Honda's new Segway-style unicycle looks amazingly easy to fall off of.

By September 27, 2009

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Special Report: Windows 7 House Party

Is the Windows 7 Launch Party video the goofiest attempt at being hip, or cleverest self-parody ever? We pick it apart and have the answer.

By September 25, 2009

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Post show discussion the centers around a cuddle party.

Post show discussion the centers around a cuddle party.

By September 24, 2009

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The Green Show: A day in the life of trash

On the Green Show this week, Intel touts the efficiency of its new chips paired with Windows 7, MIT tracks your trash, and Google wants to fly you to Copenhagen.

By September 23, 2009

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Tekzilla Daily: Undo closed windows in Firefox

Lost a whole window's worth of tabs because you hit the "close" button by accident? Veronica shows you how to restore them all on today's Tekzilla Daily.

September 17, 2009

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Lenovo ThinkPad T400s (Windows 7 Professional)

The Lenovo ThinkPad T400s adds an innovative touch screen package to the first Windows 7 laptop we've reviewed.

September 14, 2009

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Turn Vista into Windows 7 for free

Don't feel like spending money for Windows 7? You don't have to.

By September 10, 2009

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We realize the problem with an OS installation party is there's nothing to do. We also warn you about the great iPod camera shortage of 2009. If it's real.

We realize the problem with an OS installation party is there's nothing to do. We also warn you about the great iPod camera shortage of 2009. If it's real. And we all like the Asus Eee-reader. Too bad that and the glasses-free 3D TV aren't real... yet.

By September 8, 2009

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We discuss the developing story that the 4GB RAM limit in Windows is nothing but a license maneuver. Say it ain't so Microsoft?

We discuss the developing story that the 4GB RAM limit in Windows is nothing but a license maneuver. Say it ain't so Microsoft? Also Apple may be trying to sneak in antivirus in Snow Leopard, and guest host Dr. Kiki tells about MIT's effort to teleport data. No more lag in Dalaran!

By August 26, 2009

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Virtualize Windows for free on a Mac

Run Windows programs in Mac OS X even if you can't afford Windows.

By August 24, 2009

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Rafe and I get in a fight over Windows 7's loose activation policy. Brian suggests we hug out. Rafe and I seem to prefer stabbing it out.

Rafe and I get in a fight over Windows 7's loose activation policy. Brian suggests we hug out. Rafe and I seem to prefer stabbing it out. We also take Flickr to task for censoring images and wonder why the Internet addiction center is so expensive.

By August 21, 2009

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The Green Show: The Living Zero Home Tour

On the Green Show this week, we look at a home that demos energy efficient products, Microsoft says it's tweaking Windows 7 to be more green, and an industrial designer shows his futuristic concept on water distribution.

By August 19, 2009

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Rafe and Tom explain what virtualization is and how it works, plus they take your calls and questions on Windows installations, virtualizing Android, and more.

Rafe and Tom explain what virtualization is and how it works, plus they take your calls and questions on Windows installations, virtualizing Android, and more.

By August 13, 2009

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HTC Touch Pro2 (T-Mobile)

The HTC Touch Pro2 finally makes its U.S. debut with T-Mobile. Find out what this powerful Windows Mobile smartphone has to offer in our First Look video.

August 11, 2009