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Master Chief in Halo 4 comes with new armor change

Master Chief in Halo 4 comes with new armor change

By: Alan Ng | Posted: February 13, 2012
Filed under: Gaming, Xbox 360

Ever since its grand unveiling at E3 2011, we have seen nothing from Halo 4 since, as Microsoft prefers to keep Master Chief’s next project a close kept secret. However, one aspect of Master Chief that is getting everyone talking…

New Xbox 720 tablet controller rumors emerge

New Xbox 720 tablet controller rumors emerge

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: February 10, 2012
Filed under: Gaming

Recently there has been talk that the next Xbox will block users from using preowned games, which has largely been met with dismay by gaming fans. Many of our readers have said they would switch allegiance if the rumor was…

PC companies hoping Windows 8 release will ease pain

PC companies hoping Windows 8 release will ease pain

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: February 9, 2012
Filed under: Computer Hardware, Computers

There was a time when we all used big desk top PCs with that big CRT monitor using dial-up internet. Then we saw broadband and LCD screens begin to be used more, before the advent of laptop computers. The release…

Expecting the Windows 8 CP download

Expecting the Windows 8 CP download

By: Jamie Pert | Posted: February 9, 2012
Filed under: Computers, Software

It is thought that Microsoft will release Windows 8 before the year is out, but before the official release and the release candidate is rolled-out Microsoft will launch a Consumer Preview – we have just discovered when this will take…

Developer favors Xbox 720 used game block, tech available

Developer favors Xbox 720 used game block, tech available

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: February 6, 2012
Filed under: Gaming

In recent months there have been a number of rumors surrounding the next games console from Microsoft. Recently there was talk it may be called the Xbox 8 and what processors would be powering the device. One rumor that didn’t…

Microsoft to scrap Start button in Windows 8

Microsoft to scrap Start button in Windows 8

By: Jamie Pert | Posted: February 6, 2012
Filed under: Computers, Software

Those of you who have used Windows 8 will know that the Metro UI pretty much hides the classic desktop view which we have come to expect from Microsoft operating systems, well the desktop view is still accessible but it…

Windows Phone 8 release may bring radical form factors

Windows Phone 8 release may bring radical form factors

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: February 6, 2012
Filed under: Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones

Microsoft will be aware it has a fight on its hands to win market share away from both the iPhone and Android platforms. This doesn’t mean it won’t be successful as better handsets become available and the company also improves…

Xbox 720 to share with Windows 8 platform, may be Xbox 8

Xbox 720 to share with Windows 8 platform, may be Xbox 8

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: February 3, 2012
Filed under: Gaming

Earlier today we told you about some of the impressive new features with the next Windows Phone 8 operating system. This follows some of the features that have been revealed about the PC Windows 8 operating system. Now it seems…

Initial Windows Phone 8 Apollo specs list impresses

Initial Windows Phone 8 Apollo specs list impresses

By: Alan Ng | Posted: February 3, 2012
Filed under: Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones

Microsoft unveiled major improvements to their Windows Phone operating system when they released version 7.5 Mango to users towards the end of the last year. Now the first ‘official’ details on the next major version ‘Apollo’ have been revealed and…

Microsoft reveals Xbox 720 release update

Microsoft reveals Xbox 720 release update

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 30, 2012
Filed under: Gaming

Earlier today we brought you the news that a Sony executive believes that the company will be the last to announce anything about the next gen of console. There have been strong rumors recently that we may get to hear…

Potential HTC Titan II release date

Potential HTC Titan II release date

By: Alan Ng | Posted: January 27, 2012
Filed under: Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones

Just yesterday we gave AT&T users a much needed update on the status of the Samsung Galaxy Note device which will land with 4G LTE support, but now we have an update for another highly anticipated AT&T launch – the…

Delving into Windows 8 bandwidth capabilities

Delving into Windows 8 bandwidth capabilities

By: Jamie Pert | Posted: January 26, 2012
Filed under: Computers, Portable Computers & Tablets, Software

A few days ago we told you about Windows 8 boasting built-in support for mobile networks and connecting to wireless networks in 1 second, now we have found out about other neat features which are built into Microsoft’s next operating…

Some feel GameStop closures hint at Xbox 720 feature

Some feel GameStop closures hint at Xbox 720 feature

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 26, 2012
Filed under: Gaming

There has been talk recently that the next Xbox may contain a Blu-ray player, and more surprisingly may have a system that prevents the playing of used games. Now it is being wondered if recently announced GameStop store closures may…

Possibility of Xbox Live support for Android and iOS increases

Possibility of Xbox Live support for Android and iOS increases

By: Gary Johnson | Posted: January 26, 2012
Filed under: Alternative News, Gaming, Xbox 360

Earlier this month we brought you the news that Microsoft were looking for a new developer to help bring Xbox Live to other platforms. Now the possibility of Xbox Live support for Android and iOS devices increases after comments by…

Microsoft launches MSN UK iPad app

Microsoft launches MSN UK iPad app

By: Chris Maugham | Posted: January 25, 2012
Filed under: iPad, iPhone, iPod Apps

It seems Microsoft is beginning to reestablish itself in all industries in order to prove to those who believe the company’s best days are behind them that they are still a dominant force, following the launch of it MSN app…