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June 10, 2013
Xbox One launch details, pricing and more

Microsoft today announced launch details for the highly anticipated Xbox One, which introduces a new world of games, music, live TV, movies, sports, apps and Skype, all personalized to your interests and accessible with the sound of your voice. Xbox One will launch in 21 markets across the world this November.

June 10, 2013
Check out these Windows apps just in time for Father’s Day

In a post for the Windows Experience blog, Amy D pays homage to her dad Mike D (no relation to the Beastie Boy!) by sharing some choice Windows apps for him – just in time for Father’s Day this coming Sunday, June 16. Chances are these apps could be something your pops appreciates, too.

June 10, 2013
Do you sell Microsoft products or services? Time is getting tight to register for WPC 2013

If the size of your paycheck depends on how well you sell Microsoft products and services, you should consider attending the 2013 Worldwide Partner Conference in Houston, Texas in July. There you’ll hear from Microsoft executives including CEO Steve Ballmer and COO Kevin Turner; learn about the company’s strategies, initiatives and roadmaps for the coming year; and find out what’s new with the Microsoft Partner Network.

June 10, 2013
Inspiration from the Windy City: INDO design studio tells their Surface story

The Surface team continues to be inspired by customers using Surface in new and surprising ways. One such customer is INDO, a Chicago-based design studio co-founded by friends Linsey and Crystal. The duo creates works of art out of materials that have been diverted from waste and recycling streams. See the video and more.

June 10, 2013
Halo, Titanfall lead Xbox One games at E3

“Microsoft has announced the lineup of games for its upcoming Xbox One console at its 2013 E3 press conference in Los Angeles with highlights including Ryse: Son of Rome and the god-sim Project Spark.”

June 10, 2013
Microsoft announces new Xbox 360 hardware—and bonus downloads for Gold

“While the upcoming Xbox One formed the core of Microsoft’s E3 presentation today, the company didn’t forget the somewhat long-in-the-tooth Xbox 360 in its remarks. In fact, the company has given the almost eight-year-old console a new look and has announced new games and some new benefits for Xbox Gold subscribers.”