Windows 8: 5 Hopeful Signs – InformationWeek

Windows 8: 5 Hopeful Signs – InformationWeek

(click image for larger view and for slideshow) Research firm Forrester says IT isn’t interested in Windows 8, and that the platform’s success relies on consumers and BYOD. Given that consumers aren’t exactly embracing the new OS, Win8′s prospects are easy to dismiss — so much so that Frank X. [...]

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Lawmakers Show Concerns About Google’s New Glasses – New York Times

Lawmakers Show Concerns About Google’s New Glasses – New York Times

The letter, addressed to Larry Page, Google’s chief executive, outlined eight questions for Google and asked for a response by June 14. “We are curious whether this new technology could infringe on the privacy of the average American,” the letter said. “Because Google Glass has not yet been released and [...]

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Microsoft planning Xbox dashboard UI and tile changes in preparation for next … – The Verge

Microsoft planning Xbox dashboard UI and tile changes in preparation for next … – The Verge

Microsoft is preparing to update its Xbox 360 with another dashboard update. Sources familiar with Microsoft’s Xbox plans have revealed to The Verge that the dashboard update will enter into a public beta in late June or early July, with changes and updates in preparation for the next-generation Xbox. We’re [...]

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Google-built media player hits the FCC, reveals only a Hitchhiker’s Guide … – Engadget

Google-built media player hits the FCC, reveals only a Hitchhiker’s Guide … – Engadget

With much of its information obscured it’s hard to say what Google has planned for this new device revealed by its FCC filing, but the model number at least indicates someone has a sense of humor. Called an “H840 device” and rocking the model number H2G2-42 (Hitchhiker’s Guide to [...]

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Stephenson Gives Indiana Energy, Points and Signature Play – New York Times

Stephenson Gives Indiana Energy, Points and Signature Play – New York Times

And Lance Stephenson read the play all the way. Stephenson pounced and intercepted the fluttering pass, raced down court with only Smith to beat, and drew a foul as he went up for a layup. The ball dropped through the net. Stephenson pointed up toward the overjoyed crowd. The steal [...]

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