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Nokia's shares skyrocket to 47%, all thanks to Microsoft

September 4, 2013 by Ron

Microsoft acquires Nokia's devices and services division, includes Lumias and more

September 3, 2013 by Ron

MapQuest app for Windows Phone 8 now available, free to download

June 10, 2013 by Ron

Microsoft to pay Google’s Motorola unit $1.8 million a year, less than what Google demanded

April 26, 2013 by Ron

Microsoft and Google continue to battle it out in court over patent infringement and a judge has ruled in victory for Microsoft this time around. Well, if you want to call it a victory. Microsoft is to pay Google’s Motorola unit $1.8 million a year, which is less than what Google originally asked for.

Microsoft tries to steal trademark from Google in one 'Blink'

April 15, 2013 by Ron

A week after Google announced a new rendering engine called Blink, Microsoft has reportedly rushed to trademark the term 'Blink' to make it their own.

Weekend discussion: Apple trademarks its retail store design and layout, should Microsoft be concerned?

February 3, 2013 by Ron

File this in the "WTF!" category.. Apple has been granted a trademark of its retail store design and layout. This news comes after Apple trademarked the leaf and patented the rectangle. While some may say that Apple is taking a preemptive measure against fake stores disguising themselves as Apple Stores, we think this has something to do with Microsoft.

Microsoft signs licensing agreement with BMW for use of exFAT file system

January 17, 2013 by Ron

Microsoft has announced that BMW will be another company to jump on board the exFAT band-wagon to provide customers the cutting edge features in its vehicles. BMW can be added to a list of several other big name companies who will now pay Microsoft to use this file system technology for their products.

Microsoft officially announces acquisition of R2 Studios, Xbox platform to reap the benefits

January 10, 2013 by Ron

Recently, it was revealed that Microsoft had acquired app-maker Id8 Group R2 Studios, Inc. The company is headed by Sling Media founder Blake Krikorian, who will be joining Microsoft as part of the deal. The XBOX division of Microsoft will reap the benefits of this purchase.

Windows Betas for the week: MakeMKV 1.7.10 Beta, DisplayFusion 5.0 Beta 6, and XBMC 12 RC3

January 6, 2013 by Ron

Here are the two Beta software downloads for Windows (32bit or 64bit) for the week. BinaryFortress just recently released Beta 6 of their popular DisplayFusion multi-monitor software and MakeMKV has hit a new build that offers improved handling for DVD discs.

Weekend discussion: Is Google blocking Google Maps in Internet Explorer on Windows Phone devices?

January 5, 2013 by Ron

Rumors have been floating around about Google blocking Windows Phone users from accessing Google Maps via Internet Explorer. Google responded by stating that the mobile version of Google Maps was built for Webkit browsers, therefore, will not work on Internet Explorer. Microsoft, on the other hand, issued a contradicting statement.

FTC investigates Google’s improper business practices, Microsoft not too happy with the outcome

January 4, 2013 by Ron

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently investigated Google for possible improper business practices and found some issues that needed to be resolved, including issues involving patent lawsuits. Google agreed to a settlement and promised to change its ways. Microsoft, unfortunately, is not too happy with the outcome.