Microsoft revealed pricing for the upcoming Xbox 360 at the German Games Convention. Due out in time for Christmas, there will be 2 editions of the console. The Xbox 360 Core System will be a barebones configuration that will start at $299.99 USD (€299.99 or £209.99); the second, simply called the Xbox 360, will come with additional accessories and signature […]
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Reminder: Microsoft Mobility Tour in Toronto on June 22
Just a quick reminder for Toronto residents that the Microsoft Mobility Tour is in town tomorrow (June 22) at the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel. This half day seminar focuses on how to deploy the necessary infrastructure to support mobile workers as well as the latest Windows powered mobile devices available in Canada. There will be 3 sessions: The first will […]
The Microsoft Mobility Tour returns
Microsoft is on the road again with the Microsoft Mobility Tour. This half day seminar focuses on how to deploy the necessary infrastructure to support mobile workers as well as the latest Windows powered mobile devices available in Canada. There will be 3 sessions: The first will be an overview of Microsoft’s mobility strategy. The second will focus on the […]
Microsoft announces Windows Mobile 5
Bill Gates has introduced Windows Mobile 5 at the Mobile and Embedded Developers Conference 2005. This new version of the Windows Mobile software platform delivers on partner requests, including more platform flexibility to customize devices and solutions; productivity enhancements that include updated Microsoft Office software and persistent memory storage for more efficient data management; and a powerful multimedia experience with […]
Engadget interviews Bill Gates
Peter Rojas from Engadget had the opportunity to sit down with Bill Gates at the Windows Hardware Engineering Conference. The interview is published in two parts. Part 1 focuses on the XBox and Windows Mobile while Part 2 looks at diverse topics such as the battle between HD-DVD and Blu-ray, Digital television and Windows Media Center and the current state […]
ActiveSync 3.8 now available
A new version of ActiveSync is now available from the Microsoft web site. Version 3.8 was posted yesterday with little information as to what enhancements and bug fixes it contains. Microsoft ActiveSync 3.8 is the latest synchronization software for Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs and Smartphones. ActiveSync 3.8 contains fixes making synchronization more trouble free than ever before and includes all […]
Neowin reveals Windows Mobile 2005 beta screenshots
Neowin.net has revealed some details and screenshots of the upcoming Windows Mobile 2005. Apparently, Beta 2 (v5.0.1512 Build 14207) is currently being tested on the Motorola MPx220 Smartphone. Among the changes are the next generation of ActiveSync which will allow the synchronisation of Outlook contact pictures, improved finger accessibility of communications methods (does that mean new input methods?) and Windows […]