So Microsoft decided to build a tablet running ARM hardware and Windows 8 RT, I’m actually excited to play with one of these. They have also created a version running x86 hardware and Windows 8 Pro with much more powerful hardware. Watch the video here: http://www.microsoft.com/surface/en/us/default.aspx Apparently there are two different covers, a touch type …
Ok, i ran across this video today of someone subjecting the screen to repeated blows by a hammer and nail. I am not sure if this is real, but i can say my Lumia is very durable, since i have had this phone i have not dropped it, but I’ve had it in my pocket …
Ok, I have been interested in low power appliances to build cloud based apps on and today I ran across this little gem from Dell: http://www.slashgear.com/dell-shows-off-its-first-arm-based-servers-29230725/ 15 watts for each “Blade” = 750 watts for the entire rig. Pretty nifty
Recently i ran across an issue installing .Net Framework patches from Microsoft,, these new updates (KB2633870 & KB2600217) failed with code 800B010B. It looks like a GPO we have in place may have changed a default setting that addresses how CERT Revocation is handled. I tried a few things in resolving the issue, thinking the …
I ran across this today and thought i would share: http://news.cnet.com/8301-13579_3-57432462-37/siri-says-nokia-lumia-900-the-best-smartphone-ever/ Apparently if you a Siri on your iPhone 4s what t he best smartphone ever is, it responds “Nokia Lumia 900”. Well at least it is honest. =)
Just read this article on Steve Wozniak and his love for the Lumia 900. http://anewdomain.net/2012/04/26/apple-founder-inventor-steve-wozniak-why-i-love-my-windows-phone-7-5-fan/ I have had mine since the launch day and it has proven to be consistent, reliable and fast. The battery life is pretty great and i have all the apps i need. I am definitely happy with my purchase and i would …
I just picked up my Lumia 900 today and happened to stop by Amazon.com and see how this phone is selling, well it made it to the top 2 spots with the cyan (blue) version taking number 1 and the black one taking number 2. If this is any indication of how well the launch …
Google Project glass, see the official video here: http://youtu.be/9c6W4CCU9M4 and here come the Parodies: http://youtu.be/t3TAOYXT840 and a Microsoft Glass parody here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ZwModZmOzDs
If you own a Mac, you should either disable Java or Install the patch from apple before too long. The Flashback Trojan is in the wild and spreading. To get the fix , go here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5228 to find out if you have been compromised, go here: http://www.f-secure.com/v-descs/trojan-downloader_osx_flashback_i.shtml The Java vulnerabliity was patched some time ago, however, …
According to the the story i just read, Nokia is betting alot on the upcoming release of a few Lumia smartphones running windows phone. I will be ordering mine on the 30th when they officially take pre-orders. I should have it on the 8th when it launches. I think there is the distinct possibility this …