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Microsoft is Building 8-inch Surface, Says Digitimes
New reports indicate that Microsoft could be launching a Surface tablet with an 8-inch display this June.
Microsoft’s Gates Claims Many iPad Users Are Frustrated
Microsoft's Bill Gates believes that many iPad users are frustrated by the lack of Office and a keyboard on the device.
Microsoft May Debut Second-Generation Surface At Build
A new rumor claims Microsoft will debut the second generation of Surface tablets featuring 7-inch and 9-inch displays at Build in June.
How to Watch CES 2013
CES 2013 is about to happen. About to happen is a good way to describe what occurs at this gigantic trade show that, in my view, is slowly losing some of its luster.
Zagg, Twitter searches, Say iPad Was Popular Gift This Christmas
According to anecdotal evidence from Zagg and Twitter the iPad and iPad mini were very popular gifts this Christmas.
Bamboo Stylus Feel for Microsoft Surface and Other Active Digitizer Displays
The Bamboo Stylus Feel gives users of certain tablets like the Microsoft Surface or Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 or smartphone a higher-quality inking stylus.
Microsoft Surface RT Torn Down, Deemed Difficult To Repair
iFixit tears apart the Microsoft Surface RT and claims it's difficult to repair.
Microsoft Surface RT vs Surface Pro: Which Is Right For You?
We compare the Windows 8 and Windows RT versions of the Microsoft Surface and break down which is better for which user.
Microsoft Surface Team Reveals Surface RT Design & Feature Details
The Microsoft Surface team take to Reddit to answer a few questions about the upcoming WIndows RT tablet.
Microsoft Makes Surface Pricing Official Pre-orders Go Live Today
Microsoft may have flipped the switch too early this morning on Surface pricing, but it looks like things are now official. The pricing is no different now that the press release is out.
Microsoft Could Launch Surface Windows Phone 8 Device
Microsoft might be preparing its own smartphone running Windows Phone 8 with the Surface name for early 2013.
Windows 8 Event Planned for October 25 in New York City
Microsoft will hold Windows 8 launch event on October 25 in New York City.
Sony Announces Xperia Tablet S With Surface-like Keyboard
Sony's new Xperia Tablet S looks a lot like the previous Tablet S with some Surface-inspired new features.
My Thoughts on a Smaller iPad
As I mentioned in this post, rumors and speculation about Apple releasing a smaller iPad or a larger iPod Touch have gotten white hot.
Microsoft Surface Price Pegged at $199
The Microsoft Surface RT could launch at $199 on October 26, undercutting the iPad and matching the Nexus 7 for price.
Is Digital Ink Making a Comeback?
There are signs that Digital Ink might be making a comeback of sorts. Of course for some of us it never really faded away. For all of Microsoft's efforts, and the efforts of quite a few passionate Tableteers in the original age of Tablet PCs, Digital Inking never really...
On Unicorns, Rumors, and that $1000 Surface Price Story
In the magical land of gadget blogs, and increasingly the mainstream media, fantasy sometimes seems like reality the way things are often reported these days.
Microsoft Will Have 44 Microsoft Stores By Mid-2013
By the end of June 2013 there will be 44 Microsoft Stores open, giving Microsoft 44 storefronts in which to sell the Surface tablet.
Halo 4 Will Work With Microsoft Surface
Halo 4 will somehow interact with the Microsoft Surface, presumably using SmartGlass.
Bill Gates Explains Why Microsoft Made The Surface
Bill Gates explains Microsoft's reasons for making the Surface tablet on the Charlie Rose Show.
This Year’s Tablet Derby Entries Are At The Starting Gate
Trumpets blare. And they're off. Well, not quite. Like the last couple of years we now have almost all of the entrants announced for this year's Great Tablet Holiday Sweepstakes.
Did Microsoft Look at OEM Designs Before Launching Surface?
Analyst Patrick Moorhead claims Microsoft's OEM partners are "enraged" that Microsoft used their inside knowledge of OEM designs to build their new Surface tablet.
Microsoft: We’re Not Working On Our Own Windows Phone
Microsoft says it's not planning to release its own Windows Phone devices.
How Hardware Missteps Led to the Microsoft Surface (and Why The Tech Needs to be Licensed)
The New York Times describes the "hardware missteps" that led to the new Microsoft Surface. Reinforces my idea that Microsoft should license their Surface technology.
Keyboards Don’t Sell Tablets
Attention everyone who thinks a keyboard is the key to beating the iPad: 2009 called. They want their thoroughly disproved idea that tablets need keyboards back.
Microsoft Threw All Their Friends Under The Bus
Stunned. That's the only word to describe my reaction this week after seeing Microsoft turn on all their hardware partners as they reboot their entire strategy.
Microsoft Could Win It All With Surface
With the Surface tablet, Microsoft is now in direct competition with their hardware partners. Here's why it had to happen and how it might help not hurt relations.
Microsoft Gave Partners a Heads Up on Surface
According to a report from AllThingsD, Microsoft's Surface announcement wasn't a complete surprise for its partners. Steve Ballmer told AllThingsD that Microsoft had tipped off its partners ahead of time, although no time frame was mentioned, so that could have been pho...
The New Microsoft Surface, A Tablet for People Who Don’t Like Tablets
Okay, Microsoft, I admit it: I am impressed. As of right now, I expect to make the new Surface my next Windows tablet. I just wish it didn't look like it was designed for people who don't like tablets.
Microsoft Surface Copies iPad Smart Cover, Adds A Keyboard
Microsoft's Surface will have two covers, both of which also serve as keyboard and trackpads.
Leaked Tech Specs Describes “XBox Surface” with Tablet Device
Ahead of today's expected tablet-related announcement from Microsoft, gaming site Shifted2u has posted tech specs for "XBox Surface," a "Tablet Computing Device."
Real artists ship
"Real artists ship" is one pearl of wisdom left by Steve Jobs that Apple seems to have taken to heart lately, and it's one that everyone else really needs to apply.
ePawn Arena Interactive Surface Blends Physical and Virtual Gaming Without Astronomical Costs
The Arena is a gaming platform that detect objects on the Tv-like surface and can run interactive games from a phone, tablet, or laptop.
