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PS4 vs. Xbox One Sales Comparison and Upgrades: Sony Pulling Ahead of Microsoft in Next Gen Console Battle

Though the most recent next-gen console war has just begun between Microsoft's Xbox One and Sony's Playstation 4, it would seem that Sony is pulling ahead of the competition in terms of development and fans after an already early lead in sales.

Microsoft Office 2003 & Windows XP Losing Tech Support, Users Must Upgrade To Avoid Security Risks

Users will be forced to upgrade After 13 years since Microsoft Windows XP operating system was first released, it has finally been announced that its tech support would finally come to an end.

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer to Create Original TV Shows to Rival Microsoft and Netflix

With the success of such shows as "House of Cards" and "Orange is the New Black," original programming on Internet-based platforms is proving to be a growing -- and viable -- industry. Noticing this clear pattern, Yahoo! has announced that they plan to launch their own line of original programming to rival such platforms as Microsoft and Netflix. And their ambitions are a bit loftier, too: they even want to compete with cable juggernaut HBO!

Windows XP Dies Today: Here Are Some Other Options

The long-anticipated death of support for the over-a-decade old Windows XP operating system happens on April 8. For those who are still stuck on the XP ecosystem, here are a few tips for how to move on.

Apple vs. Samsung Sales Market Share: Apple Inc. Top Smartphone Sales As Google Android No. 1 Mobile OS

Apple Inc. secured another win as the top smartphone manufacturer in the United States (U.S.) but lost in the mobile operating system market share to Google.

Microsoft Surface Mini Release Date: 8.5-inch Windows 8.1 Tablet Will Compete With iPad Mini, Google Nexus

The device also improves on Samsung "Air Gestures" Microsoft has created a new product that is set to compete with iPad Mini 2, LG G Pad and the Google Nexus 8 -- the Microsoft Surface Mini tablet.

Minecraft Video Game Update and Rumors: Minecraft: Xbox 360 Version Exceeds 12 Million Units Sold

Microsoft's Xbox Wire announced Friday that Mojang, the company that developed the virtual sandbox game "Minecraft," had surpassed the 12-million mark of "Minecraft" units sold for the Xbox 360.

Microsoft Privacy Policy Change: Hotmail Account Hack Leads Terms of Service Changes, Includes Law Enforcement

Following controversy of Microsoft accessing a user's Hotmail account, the Redmond-based company has issued changes in future similar instances.

Top Free iPad, Air and Mini Apps: Microsoft Office and Keyboard Review, Excel, Word and Powerpoint Require Subscription

Overall, Microsoft Office for iPad, Air and Mini allows you to be more productive. The wait is finally over for the Microsoft Office App for iPad Air and Mini.

PS4 vs Xbox One News, Games, and Sales: War Thunder Limited To PS4; Xbox One Is Not Allowing Full Cross-Play

Fans of the PC game "War Thunder," developed by Gaijan Entertainment, and Xbox One gamers won't be able to play the multiplayer combat game on Microsoft's newest-gen console.

Minecraft Video Game Update and Rumors: Game's Creator Cancels Version of Minecraft Associated With Oculus Rift

A battle of two creative minds erupted over Internet this week between "Minecraft" co-creator Markus Persson and "Gears of War" designer Cliff Bleszinski.

Microsoft Windows XP Users Offered $100, But There Is A Catch; What Is It?

Microsoft is currently offering its Windows XP users $100, but there’s a catch. Microsoft is currently offering its Windows XP users $100, but there's a catch.

Microsoft Office For iPad: Tablet App Finally Being Released for Apple

It’s been a LONG time, but it’s finally here. After four years since the debut of the iPad, Microsoft is finally releasing the Office suite for the Apple tablet. The suite is set to include full-featured tablet apps of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Microsoft Surface RT, Pro 2 Tablet Lineup Review, Specs 2014: Apple iPad Rival Offers Ultrabook, Keyboard

Microsoft is a viable choice in the tablet market Apple may be the leader in the tablet market, but this did not keep Microsoft from following suit and creating their own line of touch screen gadgets.

‘Halo 5' Release Date, Gameplay & Trailer: 'Spartan Assault” Downloadable on Steam Next Month

The 2013 game "Halo: Spartan Assault" makes its way to Steam and can be downloaded starting on April 4.

Microsoft Debuts Office to iPad as it Heads to the Cloud

Microsoft is going in a new direction, leaving the "Windows first" motto behind and replacing it with "cloud/mobile first." The most important upshot of this change in priorities is that as of Thursday, March 27, Microsoft Office is finally here (for real) for the Apple iPad.

Microsoft and Nokia Deal Delayed, Will Android Be a Part of Future Plans?

Looks like Microsoft will have to wait a little while longer to have Finnish-based mobile device manufacturer Nokia completely under its wing. The Redmond tech giant recently announced that the deal to acquire Nokia won't be finalized until April 2014.

Nokia and Microsoft Merger: With Buyout Deal Delayed, What's the Holdup?

There was a time -- not so long ago, actually -- when Nokia was the leader of the pack when it came to mobile phone services. Now, of course, the mobile service provider is at the bottom of the food chain, consistently taking losses in every quarter. Now, however, Microsoft was proposing to buy out the embattled cell phone franchise...but there are delays in the merger. So what's going on?

PS4 vs Xbox One News, Games, and Sales: Microsoft Executive Offers 'Games With Gold' Update

As the next-gen console wars continue with the recent battle between Sony's Playstation 4 and Microsoft's Xbox One heating up it's too early to tell which will reign supreme.

Titanfall PS4, Microsoft Xbox 360 & Gameplay: Titanfall Gets PC and Xbox One Update, Gamers Not Satisfied

The hit game Titanfall has already been praised for its amazing graphics and visuals, but recently the video game stepped it up a notch.

Xbox One vs. PS4 Games, Price, Review: After Microsoft's Record-Setting Sales, Which Game Console Is Winning?

Last week, Microsoft announced that it experienced record sales of its Xbox One after the release of the video game "Titanfall," which the Xbox has exclusive rights to.
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