Windows

September 5, 2013
Stretch yourself with the new Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro

At IFA in Germany, Lenovo revealed the Yoga 2 Pro, and it’s thinner and lighter than previous models at a little over half an inch thick and weighing about three pounds. Still, you’ll find a lot of power in this streamlined update.

September 4, 2013
ASUS introduces Zenbook UX301 and UX302 next-generation Ultrabooks

No one says you have to leave fashion behind when you work on an Ultrabook, and you won’t have to with the new Zenbook UX301 and UX302 from ASUS. These next-generation beauties deliver not only the distinctive Zenbook hallmark metallic “spun” metal design, but also a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 3 that provides protection from scratches.

September 4, 2013
Sony VAIO Tap 21 is 30 percent lighter than its predecessor

The VAIO Tap 21 launched Wednesday has a freestyle stand that lets you change the angle of your screen with just one hand – prop it up to work, or lay it flat to play games, whatever suits your fancy. It also boasts 10-point multi-touch and Near Field Communication.

August 27, 2013
Commercial customers can have it all with Dell’s new Latitude lineup

On Tuesday, Dell announced the Latitude 7000 Series, 5000 Series and 3000 Series, new PCs designed for businesses of all sizes. The new models are constructed with brushed aluminum, reinforced magnesium alloy, strong steel hinges, woven carbon fiber, durable powder-coated underside, spill-resistant keyboards and LCD seals.

August 15, 2013
Windows devices: Everything you need, right from (the) Start

Microsoft is focused on delivering one experience across all the devices in your life. The centerpiece of that strategy and experience are the Microsoft services and apps that come right from (the) Start on your new Windows device. The Windows Experience blog just posted its first installment of a series that will highlight the apps and services driving toward this “one experience” vision.

August 7, 2013
Goal! Soccer stars help kick off new Windows Stores Only at Best Buy

In June, Microsoft announced a partnership with Best Buy to create the Windows Store Only at Best Buy at 500 locations across the U.S. and more than 100 Best Buy and Future Shop locations in Canada. Wednesday, just in time for the back-to-school shopping season, the first of these Windows Stores will open at the West Los Angeles Best Buy, with a fleet of MLS players and coaches on hand to help celebrate.