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TechRepublic Member | October 12, 2010


Video: Ballmer talks WP7, iPhone, Android, and Microsoft tablets

Following today's Windows Phone 7 launch, Steve Ballmer talked about to CNET about the top features in WP7, competition with iPhone and Android, Microsoft's tablet plans, and more. Watch the interview. Read more

Microsoft's new Windows phones (photos)

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Microsoft's critical missteps with Windows Phone 7 development

Developers' lack of interest in Windows Phone 7 boils down to four major problems, according to Justin James. Find out what they are. Read more

Windows Phone 7 unveiled: First impressions

Microsoft officially unveiled Windows Phone 7, though it will not be available in the U.S. until Nov. 8. Read what three TechRepublic and ZDNet bloggers are saying about Windows Phone 7. Read more

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Intel's third quarter: Does it get worse from here?

Intel's third quarter should be in line with the chip giant's previous warning. Meanwhile, analysts say consumer demand has stabilized. Read more

Bill Gates and education: "Innovation is your only hope"

Have Bill Gates and Barack Obama been talking? Because Bill Gates has some big plans for community colleges. Read more

Is Microsoft's WinPhone 7 worthy of the two-year commitment?

When it comes to Microsoft's new Windows Phone 7 devices, will consumers be willing to commit to Microsoft for two years? Read more

Microsoft reboots with Windows Phone 7 global launch--will people buy?

Windows Phone 7 devices are coming in time for the holidays. Are people ready to give Windows on their phone another chance? Read more

For Windows Phone 7, all of Microsoft comes to play

Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 is notable for integrating several different corporate groups in one platform. ZDNet editor Andrew Nusca reports from the company's press conference in New York City. Read more

Microsoft's Windows Phone 7: Perception hurdles and the tablet angle

Microsoft launched its Windows Phone 7 with plans to give the smartphone a fresh start. The big question is whether consumers want a fresh start. Also: The Windows Phone 7 tablet could be a long-term winner. Read more

What five Windows Phone 7 apps are missing to meet your needs?

The WP7 launch today was focused on hardware, but we also saw some included launch apps. Looking a my situation with a likely HD7 purchase there are really only 5 more apps I need to move from Android to WP7. Read more

Zimbra launches desktop version 2.0

VMware's Zimbra launched a new version of its desktop email software that aggregates social media feeds from Facebook and Twitter as well as other email accounts such as Google Apps. Read more

MIT, Contour Energy relationship gives cell-sized batteries another boost

I have been chronicling the progress of Contour Energy, which has come up with a way to squeeze more power out of familiar battery formats. Well, at least familiar battery sizes, notably coin cells. Now, the company is licensing some additional intellectual property from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology under... Read more

Apple vs. Android tablets: Don't discount iPad's distribution power

Apple has made a lot of great moves with its iPad launch, but perhaps the most important one is retail distribution. Simply put, Apple has first mover advantage in the tablet market and is sealing the deal with distribution with a capital "D". Read more

Shockingly little insight into Twitter from its founders...

There was little insight into Twitter from Twitter's founders at a Commonwealth Club event in San Francisco. You'd think they would know more... Read more

Motorola Demos Bravo, Defy, Flipside and FlipOut Android Smartphones (VIDEO)

Motorola gave me a video demo of four of their latest Android smartphones. Check it out in this 7-minute short. Read more

The Android opportunity is an open source challenge

Free carrier phones are as bad a deal as rent-to-own. There is opportunity here for entrepreneurs. Read more

Nvidia rolls out GeForce GT 430 DX11 graphics card for $79

If you've been pining for a new Nvidia entry-level graphics card, you've had a long wait since the company introduced the GeForce GT 220. But now that time is at hand, as the green giant has just introduced the GeForce GT 430, the lowest priced Fermi card to date... Read more


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TechRepublic's camera phone challenge: Sunrise / sunset

We challenged the TechRepublic community to submit their camera phone photos of the sunrise or sunset. Take a look at the entries. View on site

LG GS170 (photos)

The LG GS170 doesn't have a lot of bells and whistles, but it works as a good and affordable entry-level phone for T-Mobile. View on site

Motorola Grasp (photos)

The Motorola Grasp is an average entry-level messaging handset with only basic multimedia features. View on site

Photos: Cyborg R.A.T. 7 gaming mouse

The Cyborg R.A.T 7 is the prototypical gaming mouse designed to be mechanically adjustable to fit any hand and any game playing style. View on site


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