<Date: 2011-05-01>
<Author: ICEMAN>
<Category: Microsoft, Windows>
Even though the next big update to Microsoft’s Windows OS codenamed “8″ is scheduled for release in late 2012 or early 2013, it seems these dates would need re-adjustment keeping in view the rate which all these builds are leaking out. Just over a weak ago, build 7955 of Windows 8 was leaked and today build 7959 is floating all over the web. This build which is reported to be extremely buggy, is the first 64-bit M3 (Milestone 3) build of server type that has been leaked. The download size for the build is roughly 2.87GB. Read more...
Permalink: Windows 8 Enterprise M3 6.2.7959 Leaked, Available For Download!
<Date: 2011-05-01>
<Author: Imran>
<Category: iPhone, Microsoft, Windows Phone 7>
As much as I’ve liked Microsoft’s marketing campaign for Windows Phone 7 so far, there’s no doubt that it’s a bit misleading on many ends. A new video posted on Microsoft’s Student Partners YouTube channel proves exactly that. What happens in the video is that Windows Phone 7 is pitted up against an iPhone 4 in a very selective list of tasks that play to a few advantages that Windows Phone 7 has: built in Facebook integration and Bing search. Read more...
Permalink: Surprise! Biased Video Shows Windows Phone 7 Is Faster In Certain Tasks Than iPhone 4
Microsoft has created a tool called the iOS to Windows Phone 7 API Mapping Tool to make it easy for iOS developers to port their apps over to the Windows Phone 7 platform. This would allow developers the tools to make that happen, and help both the developer and Microsoft in the end. Microsoft adds more apps to it’s store, which is expected to pass up Blackberry’s App World within a year, and give developers more presence as well. Read more...
Permalink: Microsoft creates a tool that allows your iOS app to be ported to Windows Phone 7
An XDA developer imfloflo has published an alternative to Zune for syncing your Windows Phone 7 with your PC, called Windows Phone Device Manager for Windows Phone 7. It lets you interact your with your phone settings using a nice interface. Read more...
Permalink: Windows Phone Device Manager Syncs Windows Phone 7 without Zune
When it comes to comparing smartphones, apps play a very integral role. Whether it be to smash green pigs or to compose a literary essay, apps are the key to accomplishing specific goals. But just how frequently, and by whom, are apps used? Shoutem, an online mobile app creator, has released an infographic regarding app usage across iOS, Android, and RIM devices that answers some of these basic questions. Check it out below! Read more...
Permalink: The State of the Mobile App World [Infographic]
<Date: 2011-04-27>
<Author: ICEMAN>
<Category: Mac, Windows>
A handy little app, previously available only for Mac OS, has now been ported to Windows platform too. Its called ipswDownloader and as the name clearly implies, it lets you grab the iOS firmware files (.ipsw) for your iPhone, iPod or iPad directly from Apple with just a single click. No need to google around for your required iOS / firmware / version. Simply select your device name, choose the required firmware version and hit download! Read more...
Permalink: Download ipswDownloader For Windows / Mac & Grab Your iOS Firmware (IPSW) In A Click!
<Date: 2011-04-26>
<Author: ICEMAN>
<Category: PlayStation 3, Sony, Windows>
A well known developer who goes by the name of Robo Hobo (from psx-scene) and is known for his work in creating / porting multiple emulators for jailbroken PS3 comes another release called Dosbox. With the help of Dosbox for PS3, it is now possible to install Windows 95 on your playstation running custom firmware 3.55 (eg kmaew CFW), thanks to ps3cfw from PSGroove. Check out the following tutorial which shows you how to do it all by yourself. Read more...
Permalink: How To Install Windows On PlayStation 3 3.55 Custom Firmware [Tutorial Video]
<Date: 2011-04-26>
<Author: Austin>
<Category: Microsoft, Windows>
In the midst of several Windows 8 leaks, including Kinect integration and a webcam app, comes a welcome change in how Aero can be used. The ‘Aurora’ setting for Aero, which replaces ‘Chocolate’, causes Aero to change to match the active window. This change, while minimal, will be well received by those who want a constantly changing desktop. Simple guide following the break. Read more...
Permalink: Enable Windows 8 Aero Aurora Feature [How to Guide]
<Date: 2011-04-26>
<Author: Austin>
<Category: Apps for Windows, Microsoft, Windows>
Woah! Between the the leaked builds and activator tool, the Windows 8 Beta leaks just keep coming. We’ve covered the new Android-like login, Kinect Integration, and the metro-style webcam app for Windows 8 previously, but this new tool really takes the cake. Outfitted with a metro user interface and advanced options, the new Bluepoison tool is a must have for anyone planning to give Windows 8 a go. Read more...
Permalink: Unlock Hidden Windows 8 Features Using Bluepoison!
<Date: 2011-04-25>
<Author: David>
<Category: Microsoft, Windows 8>
This morning a new build of Windows 8 has been leaked. Again, by an anonymous source. We last reported the first leaked build a couple weeks ago, and now there is a new one out there. The build is currently being hosted on private FTP servers, but not to worry. You can expect it out as a torrent very soon. Read more...
Permalink: New Windows 8 Build 7955 leaked!