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  • Microsoft releases Windows CE 6 beta

    Microsoft has unveiled a test version of its Windows CE 6 operating system for embedded devices.

  • Gates gets updated Windows Mobile moving

    Microsoft chairman Bill Gates formally announced on Wednesday an update to the company's mobile device operating system as well as the latest version of its speech software.

  • Visto sues Microsoft for patent infringement

    Mobile e-mail developer Visto said on Thursday that it has sued technology giant Microsoft for infringing on several of its patents.

  • Microsoft looks to students for TechEd

    Microsoft is encouraging students to attend this week's TechEd 2005 conference on the Gold Coast by offering free tickets to the August 30 opening day.

  • Microsoft earnings slip below targets

    Microsoft on Thursday reported third-quarter sales and earnings that were below what some analysts were expecting and said future earnings will be dented as it aims to boost its Windows Live Internet services and other new businesses.

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  • Will phones get smart before pigs can fly?

    After years of working to crack the handheld and mobile phone market, Microsoft is counting on Ya-Qin Zhang to help build products that will finally appeal to the masses.

  • Microsoft's mobility power play

    Windows Mobile 2003 marks a new era in mobile communications. Does this mean users can now enjoy easy wireless connection capabilities and a secure environment for their mobile devices?

  • Is Microsoft bringing CRM to the masses?

    With market leader Siebel Systems losing customers in droves, the stage looked set for upstart on-demand player Salesforce.com to sweep the field. Not any more. Next month, Microsoft comes into the picture with CRM 3.0.

  • Ballmer: Trusting Vista, battling Google

    Microsoft is at the start of "the greatest innovation pipeline we have ever had," CEO says. And no, he doesn't throw chairs.

  • Windows Live rooted in MSN's past

    Microsoft's new batch of services borrows heavily from current or proposed products. Is Windows Live just another name for MSN?

Reviews (3)

  • First Look: Microsoft's new handheld OS

    The latest version of Microsoft's handheld operating system is an evolutionary advance, but there are some significant developments -- including a new name.

  • Palm versus Pocket PC: Which is better?

    Palm is the reigning champ of PDA OSs, but Windows Mobile 2003 is gaining ground fast. Which PDA operating system packs the biggest punch?

  • Motorola MPx200

    Heavyweights Motorola and Microsoft unite to produce the MPx200; a sleek, all-black clamshell smart phone. Read our Australian review.

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