Microsoft’s got a search engine called Bing. You may not have heard of it, since Google gets most of the attention in the search market. But Microsoft would really like to get a few more people using Bing — and the company’s willing to give away free hardware and even forego some profit in order […]
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Lilbits (8-14-2013): Asking Google for help
Google will soon start using some of the information it already has about you to make your life a little easier (or maybe creepier). Soon when you’re logged into you Google account on a PC or using the Google Search apps for Android or iOS, you’ll be able to ask Google questions, and receive answers […]
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Reports: Asus drops Windows RT, NVIDIA & Microsoft prep Surface RT 2
Microsoft took a bit of a gamble when the company launched Windows RT in late 2012. Up until that point, it’s flagship Windows operating system only ran on computers with x86 processors, but phones, tablets, and other devices with ARM-based chips were flooding the market. So Microsoft released a version of Windows that runs on […]
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Lilbits (8-07-2013): Building an open source laptop
Ever wish you could design your own laptop from the ground up? I don’t just mean choosing how much RAM it will have or what the screen resolution will be — I mean choosing every single element of the circuit board? That’s what Bunnie Huang is doing with his Novena laptop project — and he’s […]
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Lilbits (7-26-2013): Too many Surface RT tablets
Microsoft’s Surface RT tablet launched last year as one of the first devices to ship with Windows RT. It was an impressive achievement, with Microsoft essentially retooling its entire Windows operating system to run on devices with ARM-based chips. But while the Surface RT has long battery life, instant on capabilities, and an intriguing optional […]
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Deals of the Day (7-19-2013)
Microsoft may have marked down the starting price of a Surface RT tablet to $349, but you still need to spend an extra $100 to get a keyboard cover. Or you can buy a refurbished bundle today that includes the Surface RT and a Touch Cover for $379. Other deals today include the best price […]
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Microsoft takes a $900 million hit for unsold Surface RT tablets
Microsoft put a lot of time and effort into developing a version of Windows that could run on devices with ARM-based processors. Then the company went all-in and launched its own tablet running the operating system. And it turns out it’s not selling very well. If the recent $150 price drop wasn’t a good enough […]
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Microsoft Surface RT gets a global price cut (now costs about $350)
As expected, Microsoft’s Surface RT tablet is now available in the US for $350 and up. In the US, can pick one up for the new price at the Microsoft Store or at select retailers including Best Buy and Staples. But the new prices aren’t just available in the United States. Neowin noticed that the based […]
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Now you can buy a Surface RT tablet for $350 and up
Microsoft has slashed $150 off the base price of its Surface RT tablet. Starting July 14th, you’ll be able to pick one up for $349.99 and up. Staples is already advertising the new prices in its weekly ad. When Microsoft launched the Surface RT in late 2012, the company offered it for an iPad-matching $499.99 […]
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Report: Next-gen Microsoft Surface RT to be powered by Qualcomm chips
Microsoft’s decision to start offering deeply discounted Surface RT tablets to schools this week has prompted some to ask whether the company is giving up on its Windows RT tablet. But a report from Bloomberg news suggests another possibility: Microsoft may be clearing out existing inventory to make way for a new, faster model. Bloomberg […]