Microsoft releases code samples for the Kinect for Windows platform
Microsoft has released around 22 code samples under an open source license to help developers get started on the Kinect for Windows platform.
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Microsoft Releases Preview of Windows Embedded 8
Microsoft has released information about their upcoming embedded edition of Windows 8, and also a preview version of the OS.
Windows RT Gets a Jailbreaking Tool
Not long after a hacker posted details of how a vulnerability in Windows NT kernel could be used to let unsigned applications run on the platform, a ready-made tool has appeared to do the job.
Windows RT has Been Jailbroken, in a Way
It was only a matter of time, but it has happened, Windows RT has been jailbroken, kind of.
Device OS irrelevant to majority consumers
A new study by Accenture reveals that two-thirds of smartphone and tablet owners don’t have strong brand loyalty to any one particular operating system.
Windows RT Running on the HTC HD2
Despite Microsoft’s best efforts, a crafty hacker has got their latest tablet OS Windows RT running on a mobile, the HTC HD2.
More than 40pc rise in developer revenue on Windows Phone in last 30 days
Microsoft says that there has been a rise of more than 40pc in the developer revenue of the past 30 days since the launch of SDK. Reflecting on the previous year, it said that more than 75000 new apps have been published and users are installing more and more apps than ever before.
Visual Studio 2012 Update 1 available; enhanced support for XP
Microsoft has released the first in a series of planned Updates for Visual Studio 2012, and it’s more than just bug fixes.
Windows 8 Usability Disappointing, says usability guru Jakob Nielsen
Jakob Nielsen, a leading usability consultant claims Windows 8 UI to be disappointing for both novice and power users.
Q3 2012 Numbers for smartphones: Top 10 manufacturers, platforms
Interesting numbers in the Q3 report on smartphone markets by platform and companies…