Microsoft shows the Iconia W3 in latest ad against Apple’s iPad Mini

By Vijay @ 08:22am

Microsoft recently released its latest commercial, published on the WindowsVideos YouTube channel, addresses the small tablet competition – namely, the iPad Mini. Taking the Acer Iconia W3 to the ring, the video shows off some of the cool features a tablet sports when running Windows 8.

The Acer Iconia W3 is a recent attempt by the manufacturer. Powering a full version of Windows 8, the Intel Atom processor combined with the loaded software allows you to install all your favourite x86 programs. As the footage boasts, you can enjoy some Halo, after working hard on word processing – it’s a real PC.

Not to mention the pricing. $429 for iPad Mini or $299 for the Iconia W3? Both have 32GB storage, but are worlds apart in terms of functionality.

Source: YouTube

Have multiple twitter accounts? Here’s an app for Windows 8 to manage..

By Vijay @ 01:45pm

Twitter has updated its app for Windows 8 and Windows RT according to Micro blogging Site, which brings along the access to sign in to multiple accounts, and some additional new features.

Twitter users on Window 8 platform can now access multiple accounts or simply delete an account on the app with a simple process. To do so, one will need to swipe from the top or bottom or just right-click to bring up the app commands, and choose the people icon at the top right. Further, clicking on the plus option or on the delete sign will allow users to add or delete accounts.

Apart from this,  the app now comes with a list options which will allow users to view lists on a person’s profile. Additionally lists and user profiles can now be pinned to the Start screen, which is a default & favorite feature for windows 8 users.

Along with these, the app now also comes with some bug fixes and performance improvements.

Twitter has started rolling out the update, and those interested can download it from here

 

Join Microsoft’s free Tuesday webinar to learn about Office Web Apps

By Vijay @ 09:03am

This week Microsoft will be teaching users how to use the free browser versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. The webinar itself will be completely free and last 15 minutes in total.To join in,  Windows 7 and Windows 8 users can use the free Lync Web App by clicking here. Others may call in to the webinar at 1-888-320-3585 with conference ID #84172528.

The webinar will start at 9:15 AM PST and will end with a Question and Answer session. The session will focus on getting started with Office Web Apps, five new features for the Excel web app, and how to share web apps including the ability to make documents publicly available.

For more details, please visit the Office Web Apps blog, here.

Anyone intend on attending tomorrow’s webinar?

Source: Office Web Apps Blog