Windows 8 versions
The introduction of touch to desktops began with Windows 8 in October 2012. Microsoft’s new touch operating system slowly gains user acceptance.
But will Windows 8 be enough to keep Microsoft from sliding into 3rd place in computers and mobile devices?
Since launch Windows 8 has sold 40,000 million licenses and now has 2.3% of all Windows traffic on the Internet. Continue reading
Cakewalk Sonar X2a with multi-touch screen support
Cakewalk has supported new technology ahead of its competitors like Pro Tools and Cubase. With the Sonar X2a release, which is free to registered owners, Sonar supports multi-touch controls.
With a 27″ touch screen, Sonar X2a will look like a giant iPad and recording engineers will be freed from the constraints of the mouse and keyboard. Continue reading
Acer T232HL running Windows 8
The gorgeous and impressive Acer T232HL bmidz is one of the first Windows 8 multi-touch monitors available.
At $500 retail, the T232HL is a best buy for upgrading to Windows 8.
After two weeks of using it with Windows 8, I can’t think of a better solution. Continue reading
Negative press is telling the wrong story. Windows 8 is easier than people think.
Pundits are recommending people by-pass the start screen in Windows 8 or don’t install Windows 8 altogether. I ask “Why not?” Continue reading
Photo credit – Microsoft
Steve Ballmer, CEO of Microsoft Corp., today announced the global availability of its popular Windows operating system, Windows 8.
Beginning Friday, Oct. 26, consumers and businesses worldwide will be able to experience Windows 8, including a beautiful new user interface and a range of applications with the grand opening of the Windows Store. Continue reading
Samsung Series 5 Tablet with keyboard docking (photo Laptop Tech)
Staples began taking pre-orders for new Windows 8 laptops and tablets October 12, 2012.
They will ship 1-3 days after Windows 8 launches on October 26.
However none of the computers offered have a multi-touch monitor to match which means they are essentially worthless as Windows 8 computers. Continue reading
The announcements were all over the Internet yesterday and finally around supper time Microsoft released Windows 8 Release Preview into the wild.