Microsoft Windows 8 and Surface tablet launch Oct 25. Surface ads in SF.

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Microsoft Windows 8 and Surface tablet launch Oct 25.  Surface ads in SF.

Microsoft has sent out the invitations for the Windows 8 and Surface tablet  launch in October 25, 2012, at an event to take place in New York, USA.

Surface Tablet ads are all over the  BART station in San Francisco:

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Windows 8 fan made commercial stills impressive. Video.

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Windows 8 fan made commercial stills impressive. Video.

Despite Microsoft has not made an official Windows 8 commercial yet, a fan posted in June 2012 a video on youtube and stills impressive. Makes a fast round of before Windows versions and highligths some of the new Windows 8 features to come this October 26

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HP to showcase a New Windows 8 BUSINESS class-system tablet, says Todd Bradley.

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HP to showcase a New Windows 8 BUSINESS class-system tablet, says Todd Bradley.

HP is readying to unveil a NEW own "expandable" and "serviceable" business tablet that is being backed up by one of the most aggressive HP channel sales enablement efforts in years.

Among the new HP tablet's channel-friendly features that mark it as a business-class system will be the ability for business partners to expand it with different options for specific vertical business solutions and to open the tablet to service it, said Todd Bradley, executive vice president of HP's $65 billion printing and personal systems business, in an exclusive interview Thursday with CRN at HP's Andover, Mass. facility. "This is the only serviceable tablet there is," boasted Bradley. "It is serviceable, and it is expandable."

Bradley said HP has put more resources and muscle in terms of getting HP channel partners ready to sell the new tablet than any product offering since he joined the company in 2005. "It's all in with the channel,” said Bradley. "We were with a whole group of partners last night for dinner. We talked about seed products for them to understand the tablet as well as seed products for their customers."

HP's Printing and Personal Systems Group (PPS) is planning a 20-city U.S. road show starting next month, inviting partners and their customers to see first-hand the benefits of the tablet and HP's full PPS product portfolio, said Bradley.

HP's all out focus on the channel is a big differentiator against both Apple's iPad and Microsoft's Surface Tablet product line, Bradley said. "From a competitive standpoint, we are showing a bigger commitment than any of them," he said.

"The product that we have developed, the serviceability of it, the ability for partners to make money with us on this tablet are just significant," said Bradley. "Compared to any of the other people in the marketplace, no one has a better focus on the enterprise than HP. The combination of an HP Windows 8 tablet gives enterprises the security that they want for their behind-the-firewall applications."

When asked what will be key differentiators vs. Apple, Bradley said serviceability, security, Windows 8 and easy access to current business applications all offer big improvements relative to the iPad.

As for the battle with Microsoft , Surface, Bradley stressed that the biggest differentiator against Microsoft is HP is leveraging it strong partner base. "First and foremost, we are focused on selling our product through the channel," said Bradley. "I think the message from Microsoft was: 'If you want to sell Surface, come to a store and buy one.'"

HP's channel focus puts the company well ahead of both Microsoft and Apple in bringing a tablet to business customers, said Mont Phelps, CEO of NWN, a national enterprise HP partner headquartered in Waltham, Mass.

"It is obvious to anybody that knows anything about the channel that neither Apple nor Microsoft has the channel that HP has," said Phelps. "That is going to be a tremendous advantage bringing a product like this to the market.

"I have seen people trying to force the iPad into business applications and business usage," said Phelps. "It just doesn't fit perfectly in business so there are compromises. What HP has is a business-ready tablet. If that is what they are saying, bring it on. Now we have something to go out and offer the marketplace. We have been looking for this for quite a while."

Bradley would not provide pricing or specific product details for the new HP Tablet which is expected to be announced sometime in the next several weeks just in time for all the hoopla around Microsoft's expected Windows 8 launch. HP will spend "minimal time, if any time, on the consumer side" of the tablet market "right now," he said.

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HP Introduces New Consumer All-in-One Windows 8 PCs with Advanced Touch Technology, Ultraslim Designs.

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HP SpectreONE

HP ENVY 23/20 TouchSmart


HP Pavilion 20

HP Introduces New Consumer All-in-One Windows 8 PCs with Advanced Touch Technology, Ultraslim Designs.

PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 10, 2012

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HP today announced four new consumer all-in-one (AiO) PCs, including two additions to the HP ENVY line that feature the latest touch-technology innovation in a small footprint, one-cord solution.

• The new HP ENVY 23 and ENVY 20 TouchSmart AiO PCs continue HP’s leadership in touch technology, offering 10-point multitouch technology and beautifully simple designs.
• The incredibly thin and stunningly elegant HP SpectreONE is the first AiO PC to join the premium HP Spectre product family.
• The new HP Pavilion 20 is a powerful non-touch AiO PC built for value-conscious consumers.

“The clean look of an all-in-one PC and the ease of one-cord set-up are key reasons customers turn to HP,” said James Mouton, senior vice president and general manager, Personal Computer Global Business Unit, HP. “The SpectreONE design is art as well as a powerful entertainment hub. Across our rich line of all-in-ones, we continue to drive value and differentiation that have earned us sales of more than 5 million all-in-ones.”

HP all-in-ones with the power of touch

HP has built on its expertise with enhanced HP TouchSmart technology to make working, playing and staying connected as easy as a tap here or a swipe there. Designed to work with Microsoft® Windows® 8, the new HP ENVY 23 and HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart PCs deliver excellent performance and the capability of sensing up to 10 fingers on the screen for intuitive navigation, on-screen typing and playing games.

The HP ENVY 23 and HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart PCs offer 23- and 20-inch diagonal high-definition (HD) displays,⁽¹⁾ respectively. They come equipped with the latest Intel® processors, optional ExpressCache⁽²⁾ and solid state drives (SSDs), and up to 3 terabytes⁽³⁾ of storage for photos, videos and music. The ExpressCache SSD option provides users with fast boot-up and application start times.

For added entertainment, the HP ENVY 23 and HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart PCs offer Beats AudioTM and exclusive HP innovations such as the HP TrueVision HD webcam, HP Connected Photo,⁽⁴⁾ HP Connected Backup⁽⁵⁾ and HP Connected Music powered by Meridian.⁽⁶⁾

HP Connected Photo seamlessly syncs photos from a smartphone to the PC and stores them in their native resolution. HP Connected Music allows consumers to experience music downloads, streaming services and internet radio all in one convenient place. HP Connected Backup allows customers to seamlessly access and automatically back up files online for every day search, retrieval and access.

The HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart also offers HP Connected Remote,⁽⁵⁾ which delivers the ultimate audiovisual experience by turning a smartphone or tablet into a remote control, enabling users to wirelessly control music, videos and photos.

Art intersects technology with HP SpectreONE

The HP SpectreONE AiO PC has a gorgeous ultraslim design complemented by a 23.6-inch flush-glass full HD display⁽¹⁾ and a unique curved back. At just 11.5 millimeters thin, the HP SpectreONE is the thinnest AiO PC in HP’s portfolio, and one of the thinnest AiO PCs available on the market today.

An accompanying stylish wireless trackpad, designed specifically for the HP SpectreONE, offers users freedom of movement with multitouch capabilities. Users can scroll, swipe and tap their way through the new Windows 8 environment.

As powerful as it is beautiful, the HP SpectreONE features the latest Intel processors, an NVIDIA 1-gigabyte graphics card, optional ExpressCache⁽²⁾ and optional SSD. It also delivers connectivity with HP’s TouchZone near-field communication (NFC) technology and a full array of ports, including two USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, HDMI-in and a Beats Audio headphones jack. With HP’s TouchZone NFC technology, users simply tap a smartphone or NFC tags on the base of the HP SpectreONE to instantly transfer content or login to the PC.

An entertainment powerhouse, the HP SpectreONE offers Beats Audio, an HP TrueVision HD webcam and the new HP Connected Remote,⁽⁵⁾ HP Connected Photo⁽⁴⁾ and HP Connected Music.⁽⁶⁾ Full versions of Adobe Photoshop® Elements 10 and Adobe Premiere Elements 10 are provided to give users additional photo- and video-editing capabilities.

The HP SpectreONE is bundled with several services at no additional cost. To safeguard confidential data and thwart cyberthreats, the HP SpectreONE PC includes a two-year subscription to Norton Internet Security.⁽⁷⁾ The SpectreONE also gives users support from a dedicated team of experts, and 90 days of complimentary HP SmartFriend Services.⁽⁸⁾ HP SmartFriend Services provides stress-free assistance with PC setup and answers to all how-to questions. Customers receive prioritized treatment with a direct number, minimum wait time, extended support hours and follow-up calls. Users also can choose to receive online chat support with remote assistance.

All-in-one simplicity at a great value

For users craving the ease and space-saving design of an HP AiO PC at a great value, the HP Pavilion 20 AiO PC packs a 20-inch diagonal HD display⁽¹⁾ in an attractive easel design. The HP Pavilion 20 joins the recently announced HP Pavilion 23 AiO PC and offers intuitive features, including an HP TrueVision HD webcam, to keep users connected to family and friends.⁽⁵⁾

The HP Pavilion 20 also offers the new HP Connected Remote,⁽⁵⁾ HP Connected Photo⁽⁴⁾ and HP Connected Music.⁽⁶⁾  

This new array of AiO PCs follows an Aug. 30 announcement of new touch notebooks, all designed to work with Windows 8. Additional PCs and a tablet made for business will be announced in the coming weeks.

Pricing and availability⁽⁹⁾

• The HP ENVY 23 TouchSmart and HP ENVY 20 TouchSmart AiO PCs are expected to be available in the United States in October at starting prices of $999 and $799, respectively.
• The HP SpectreONE is expected to be available in the United States in November with a starting price of $1,299.
• The HP Pavilion 20 is expected to be available in the United States in October with a starting price of $449.

About HP

HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world’s largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com.

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⁽¹⁾ High-definition content is required for high-definition images.

⁽²⁾ Requires Condusiv ExpressCache Technology software. Depending on usage and system configuration, results may vary.

⁽³⁾ For hard drives, TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual formatted capacity is less. Up to 35GB of hard drive is reserved for system recovery software.

⁽⁴⁾ Snapfish by HP mobile app download and Snapfish membership required. Internet service required and not included.

⁽⁵⁾ Internet access required and not included.

⁽⁶⁾ Availability of features varies by country. Streaming services may require a paid subscription. May not be compatible with all music files. Not compatible with DRM tracks. Internet access is required and not included.

⁽⁷⁾ Internet access required and not included. First two years included; subscription required for live updates afterward.

⁽⁸⁾ Some features are not available in all countries. Complimentary for 90 days from product purchase date. Offer subject to change. Cancellation is not required. Subscription is required to continue.

⁽⁹⁾ Estimated U.S. street prices. Actual prices may vary.

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Samsung teases Windows 8 device.

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Samsung teases Windows 8 device.

The time is near for the big reveal! Take a look at this video for a glimpse into our newest Windows-8-ready innovation, says Samsung.

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Unity Technologies Announces Support for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8, for gaming 3D boost.

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Unity Technologies Announces Support for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8, for gaming 3D boost.

This will mean developers will have a very easy time porting high quality, graphics-intensive games to Windows Phone 8.

The news has been confirmed by Edge-Online.com where Unity Technologies CEO David Helgason revealed 53% of mobile game developers already uses the engine.

“Our mission at Unity has always been to provide solutions for developers to effortlessly bring their work to as many different platforms as possible,” Helgason said.

“The Unity community has been asking for access to Windows Phones and have been eagerly anticipating the release of Windows 8. We’re happy to announce that we will support both.”

You can watch a video game sample made with their engine, Metal War game trailer and the Press Release after the brake:

Press Release:

Unite 2012: Unity Technologies Announces Support for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS, Aug 22, 2012 — Unity Technologies, provider of the Unity multi-platform engine and development tools, today announced support of Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 platforms during the keynote at Unite 2012. Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 deployment options will be provided during the Unity 4 release cycle.

The Windows 8 deployment tool and Windows Phone 8 deployment add-on are among the most eagerly awaited platform additions within the Unity development community and will empower developers to push their interactive 3D content to Windows 8 powered computers and Windows 8 Phone mobile handsets.

"Our mission at Unity has always been to provide solutions for developers to effortlessly bring their work to as many different platforms as possible," said David Helgason, CEO of Unity Technologies. "The Unity community has been asking for access to Windows Phones and have been eagerly anticipating the release of Windows 8. We’re happy to announce that we will support both."

Unity Technologies and Microsoft are currently working hard to bring both deployment options to developers using Unity as soon as possible and will be discussing the process during a session at this Unite 2012, Unity’s dedicated developer conference.

"We are excited that the Unity community will now be given the opportunity to develop world class titles for Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8," said John Richards, Senior Director, Windows App Marketing at Microsoft. "The number of high quality Unity-authored games for the PC, Xbox, and mobile devices already created is staggering and we’re looking forward to seeing these products appear in the Windows Store and the Windows Phone Marketplace."

Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 deployment tools will both be part of the Unity 4 release cycle. For more information about Unity 4 and the other services that Unity Technologies offers, please visit http://unity3d.com/.

About Unity Technologies

 Unity Technologies is the creator of Unity, an intuitive and flexible development platform used to make wildly creative and intelligently interactive 3D and 2D content. The "author once, deploy everywhere" capability ensures developers can publish to all of the most popular platforms. Unity Technologies boasts a thriving community of 1.2 million registered developers including large publishers, indie studios, students and hobbyists. Unity Technologies aggressively re-invests in its award-winning 3D development tools and democratization initiatives, such as the Asset Store digital content marketplace and Union game distribution service, in order to remain at the forefront of innovation. Unity Technologies is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Canada, China, Denmark, Lithuania, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Japan and Korea. For more information, visit: http://unity3d.com .

About Unite 2012 Unity Technologies is holding Unite 2012, its sixth annual developer conference, August 22 – 30, 2012 at the Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam. Unite 2012 is an event for developers, publishers, enthusiasts and others interested in Unity to come together to learn more about the market-leading platform for creating high quality video games, training simulations, medical and architectural visualizations and other 3D interactive content — and how to get the most out of it.

Unite 2012 offers three days of learning including advanced hands-on class tutorials, technical sessions and an opportunity to attend awesome parties. Unity Technologies will host a Unity Training Day on August 21, the day before Unite 2012 to give new and inexperienced users a foundation for Unity development. For more information on Unite 2012 and the Unity Training Day, visit: http://unity3d.com/unite/ .

Unity and all other product names are trademarks of Unity Technologies or its subsidiaries or affiliates. All other product names and trademarks belong to their respective holders.

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Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 with Windows 8, specifications.

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Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 specifications.

Here’s a closer look at the ThinkPad Tablet 2’s specs:

• Intel Atom processor
• Windows 8 OS
• 10.1-inch LED backlit anti-glare display with IPS technology; HD WXGA (1366×768)
• Optional digitizer and pen input
• Mini HDMI; microSD card slot; USB 2.0 port
• Wi-Fi; 3G; 4G (US: LTE with AT&T only; rest of the world: 3G HSPA+)
• Front-facing 2 megapixel camera with LED; rear-facing 8 megapixel 720 HP auto focus with LED flash camera

Other key specs include a  10-hour battery, optional 3G / 4G, this 9.8mm-thick tablet makes room for an NFC radio, along with a fingerprint reader and a pen, which can be stowed in a slot on the tablet. 

Additionally, it will be sold alongside an optional keyboard, as well as a dock with three USB ports, HDMI-out and an Ethernet jack.

The ThinkPad Tablet 2 will be available in October. Pricing has yet to be released.

Press Release:

Lenovo Announces New ThinkPad Tablet 2 for Windows 8.

Debuts premier table built for professionals and designed for life.

 RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – AUGUST 9, 2012: Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today unveiled its first tablet specifically designed for Windows 8, the ThinkPad Tablet 2. The multi-use tablet boasts differentiators that matter, including an optional digitizer and pen for precision input, 3G wireless with Lenovo Mobile Access pay-as-you-go plans and 4G models, along with security features like a Fingerprint Reader, IT manageability technologies, and corporate-level service and support.

 "Customers want a versatile device that fits their lifestyle and the many ways they use technology," said Dilip Bhatia, vice president and general manager, ThinkPad Business Unit. "Our new ThinkPad Tablet 2 marries incredible hardware and software to give consumers a great device for office, home or travel while also offering companies and IT managers the oversight they need to help secure and manage their company's networks and data. "For the next generation of Lenovo PCs, designed to be great with Windows 8, we're working closer than ever with Microsoft Corp. and our silicon partners. Today we are excited to reveal the fruit of this collaborative co-engineering, the ThinkPad Tablet 2, a joint effort between Lenovo, Microsoft and Intel."

 ThinkPad Tablet 2: New Power to Create

Technology like the multi-use ThinkPad Tablet 2 helps manage the increasing overlap between personal and work life today. Based on the upcoming Intel® Atom Processor-based mobile platform and Windows 8 Pro, the ThinkPad Tablet 2 works the way users do across their varied environments. It has an exceptionally thin and light design measuring 9.8 mm thin and weighing less than 600 grams (1.3 pounds), all in a 10.1-inch screen. The versatile tablet supports multiple input methods: multi-finger touch and an optional digitizer and pen, especially good for note taking, capturing signatures and completing forms. The optional ThinkPad Tablet 2 keyboard and dock can be paired with the tablet for more PC-like computing in the office. With an array of ports including a full-size USB port, workers easily can attach existing devices like monitors and printers.

 Suited for commuting and in field scenarios, the tablet offers virtually anywhere connectivity and productivity with 3G and 4G wireless models. The tablet serves lifestyle computing uses just as well as business tasks with its package of communications and entertainment features: HD display, front and rear-facing cameras for video conferencing and uploading photos, noise canceling microphones, HDMI port and wireless video streaming.

 While users will like the tablet for its aesthetics and powerful features, IT managers will particularly enjoy its security-enhanced and manageability technologies. With the optional Fingerprint Reader, passwords are biometrically stored. The encrypted internal and external storage meet the highest levels of security requirements. Using Windows 8 Pro and the Intel x86 architecture, IT managers can provide for VPN access, utilize existing Windows management tools, manage application deployment and block users from installing certain apps. In addition, Lenovo Services offer a complete suite of packages, including sealed battery warranties, accidental damage protection and custom imaging.

Availability

The ThinkPad Tablet 2 will be available when Windows 8 launches in October.

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SEC filing Confirming Microsoft`s ARM-based SURFACE tablet launch on October 26 with Windows 8 software general availability.

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SEC filing Confirming Microsoft`s ARM-based SURFACE tablet launch on October 26 with Windows 8 software general availability.

Microsoft will launch its ARM-based Surface tablets at the same time the company releases Windows 8, according to the company’s recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. 

“The next version of our operating system, Windows 8, will be generally available on October 26, 2012,” Microsoft says in its 10-K filing with the SEC. “At that time, we will begin selling the Surface, a series of Microsoft-designed and manufactured hardware devices.”


Surface for Windows RT will feature a 10.6-inch display, microSD card reader, USB 2.0 port, MicroHD out, and 32GB or 64GB storage. The device will be using Windows RT, the version of Windows 8 for ARM devices, which includes Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013 RT.

Microsoft was unavailable for comment at the time of this writing.

From SEC :

PART I

Item 1

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Bing, our Internet search engine that finds and organizes the answers people need so they can make faster, more informed decisions;

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Skype, which allows users to connect with friends, family, clients, and colleagues through a variety of devices; and

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the Azure family of platform and database services that helps developers connect applications and services in the cloud or on premise. These services include Windows Azure, a scalable operating system with computing, storage, hosting, and management capabilities, and Microsoft SQL Azure, a relational database.

We also conduct research and develop advanced technologies for future software and hardware products and services. We believe that we will continue to grow and meet our customers’ needs by delivering compelling, new, high-value solutions through our integrated software, hardware, and services platforms, creating new opportunities for partners, improving customer satisfaction, and improving our service excellence, business efficacy, and internal processes.

OPERATING SEGMENTS

We operate our business in five segments: Windows & Windows Live Division, Server and Tools, Online Services Division, Microsoft Business Division, and Entertainment and Devices Division. Our segments provide management with a comprehensive financial view of our key businesses. The segments enable the alignment of strategies and objectives across the development, sales, marketing, and services organizations, and they provide a framework for timely and rational allocation of development, sales, marketing, and services resources within businesses. Additional information on our operating segments and geographic and product information is contained in Note 21 – Segment Information and Geographic Data of the Notes to Financial Statements (Part II, Item 8 of this Form 10-K).

Windows & Windows Live Division

Windows & Windows Live Division (“Windows Division”) develops and markets PC operating systems, related software and online services, and PC hardware products. This collection of software, hardware, and services is designed to empower individuals, companies, and organizations and simplify everyday tasks through seamless operations across the user’s hardware and software and efficient Web browsing. User demand for mobility is increasing; as a result, we are working to increase the number of scenarios and devices that Windows enables.

Windows Division revenue growth is largely correlated to the growth of the PC market worldwide, as approximately 75% of total Windows Division revenue comes from Windows operating system software purchased by original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”), which they pre-install on equipment they sell. In addition to PC market volume changes, Windows revenue is impacted by:

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PC market changes driven by shifts between developed markets and emerging markets, consumer PCs and business PCs, and among varying forms of computing devices;

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the attachment of Windows to PCs shipped and changes in inventory levels within the OEM channel; and

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pricing changes and promotions, pricing variation that occurs when the mix of PCs manufactured shifts from local and regional system builders to large, multinational OEMs, and different pricing of Windows versions licensed.

Principal Products and Services:    Windows 7 operating system; Windows Live suite of applications and web services; and PC hardware products.

The next version of our operating system, Windows 8, will be generally available on October 26, 2012. At that time, we will begin selling the Surface, a series of Microsoft-designed and manufactured hardware devices.

Source: PC World

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Microsoft`s Windows 8 Build 2.0 developer conference in Oct 30-Nov 2.

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Microsoft`s Windows 8 Build 2.0 developer conference in  Oct 30-Nov 2.

Microsoft will hold a Windows 8 Build 2012 (2.0) developer conference at Microsoft Campus, in Redmond, Washington, from October 30 to November 2, 2012 . Registrations opens in August 8, 2012 at 8:00 A.M PDT

Microsoft`s first Build conference was held in Anaheim in September 2012.

Build 2012

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HP new commercial showing an unknown new Tablet , Slate 3 with Windows 8 and Intel`s Ivy Bridge?

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HP new commercial showing an unknown new Tablet , Slate 3 with Windows 8 and Intel`s Ivy Bridge?

HP certainly is not coming with an ARM based Windows RT tablet but with an Intel Ivy Bridge 3rd Gen Windows 8 maybe for October 26,the Official Windows 8 General Availavilty date, a little before or a little after.

The tablet shows a metallic-looking body with a large black antenna window.

We have posted a sequence of 4 photos above where the tablet shows up along the video.


Maybe  HP is experimenting with a New kind of webOS on the CLOUD device concept. A webOS cloud PC?

HP Make it Matter :60 commercial

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October 26, 2012 Windows 8 General Availability.

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October 26, 2012 Windows 8 General Availability.

The computer giant Microsoft said Wednesday that its operating system Windows 8 will be released on October 26, after updating the program to accommodate a greater variety of mobile devices.

"Steven Sinofsky announced at Microsoft's annual business meeting where clients will be Windows 8 as updated or a new computer from October 26," the group announced on his blog, which had already released the month release but not the exact day.

The Windows version 8 continues to Windows 7, which was launched in October 2009 and will be available in 109 languages ​​in the world.

The new version of operating system, used in most of the world's computers will be adapted to the tablet computer, including  the SURFACE to be released by Microsoft this year itself.

The group also provides an update of your office tools (Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint) with Office 15.

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Microsoft has released licensing rates for OEM Windows 8.

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Microsoft has released licensing rates for OEM Windows 8.

Microsoft has released licensing rates for OEM Windows 8, including US$60-80 for Windows 8, US$80-100 for Windows 8 Pro (with Office) and US$50-65 for Windows RT (with Office), according to Taiwan-based notebook supply chain makers.

Microsoft also confirmed the launch schedule of Windows 8 at the end of October with the RTM version of Windows 8 to be released in the first week of August for testing.

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Tablet Surface Dirancang Microsoft untuk Saingi iPad

Microsoft akhirnya mengumumkan perangkat tablet yang bersistem operasi Windows 8, Senin (18/6/2012), waktu Los Angeles, Amerika Serikat. Tablet yang diberi nama Surface Tablet ini digadang-gadang untuk menantang iPad besutan Apple.

Untuk melawan Apple yang sukses dengan iPad, Microsoft memulainya dengan menjadi produsen tablet sendiri, serta membuat sistem operasi Windows 8 khusus tablet, yang diberi nama Windows 8 RT.

CEO Microsoft Steve Ballmer mengatakan, sistem operasi Windows 8 RT yang menjalankan Tablet Surface, memiliki tampilan yang sama dengan Windows 8 yang berjalan di personal computer (PC).

Seperti diketahui, Windows merupakan sistem operasi PC yang paling banyak digunakan di dunia. Microsoft hendak menghadirkan pengalaman yang sama ketika pengguna menjalankan Windows 8 di tablet maupun di komputer PC dan laptop.

Menurut analis Sarah Rotman Epps dari perusahaan riset Forrester, ia tidak melihat bahwa Surface akan membunuh iPad. "Saya tidak melihat Surface sebagai pembunuh iPad. Tapi Surface memiliki banyak potensi," katanya.

Ia menambahkan, dalam pengumuman kemarin Microsoft berfokusi pada inovasi hardware, namun tidak berbicara tentang layanan. "Aset unik Microsoft ini membuat Surface menjadi produk yang luar biasa," imbuh Sarah.

Surface akan meluncur dalam dua versi dan tersedia dalam pilihan kapasitas memori internal. Pertama, yang menggunakan prosesor berarsitektur ARM, yang disebut-sebut lebih ringan dan tipis. Surface dengan prosesor ARM datang dengan kapasitas memori internal 32GB dan 64GB. Akan meluncur lebih dulu ke pasar, dijadwalkan pada musim liburan Natal tahun ini.

Versi kedua, tablet Surface dengan prosesor berarsitektur Intel. Tablet versi ini bentuknya lebih berat dan lebih tebal, namun dibekali kapasitas memori internal lebih besar, yakni 64GB dan 128GB. Rencananya, Surface berprosesor Intel Ivy Bridge akan tersedia 3 bulan setelah Surface versi ARM diluncurkan.

Untuk menyerang kelemahan Apple yang lainnya, Microsoft membekali Surface dengan cover yang berfungsi sebagai penutup sekaligus papan ketik (keyboard). Tak hanya itu, di sana juga tersedia touchpad untuk bernavigasi dengan jari, seperti halnya ketika Anda menggunakan laptop.

Microsoft belum memberi rincian harga tablet Surface.Namun harga Surface versi ARM akan kompetitif dengan komputer jinjing ultrabook yang dipopulerkan Intel. Tablet Surface Dirancang Microsoft untuk Saingi iPad

Sumber :Reuters [dot] Com

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