Windows 8: 4 million copies sold in just 3 days

Launched only three days ago, the new operating system from Microsoft, Windows 8 , panic already counters with 4 million copies sold. The release of a new Windows operating system is always an important event and Windows 8 is no exception to the rule, it might even be tempted to say that it is particularly exciting. Indeed, the new version of intrigue in Redmond with his thinking interface for tablets, without dropped the good old PC, and no start menu, however this since 1995. To quote the words of a master of his most famous rivals, Windows 8 will be a revolution for Microsoft. But a revolution is not without risk, and there are concerns that the corner of the touchscreen and cloud computing is not to everyone's taste. The first figures...

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Google officially launched the Nexus 4, Nexus Nexus 7 and 10

Google was unable to present his conference because of bad weather that hit the United States. But on its official blog, the Mountain View company has still revealed several interesting facts about the launch of the Nexus 4, 7 and 10. Nexus 4 Nexus family expands with three devices. Google is also surrounded by three different manufacturers, Samsung, Asus and LG. This is the origin of the Nexus 4. The Smartphone is described as a super fast machine. Google has also made ​​a novelty such as induction charging which should satisfy many consumers. By embedding the latest version of Android, the Nexus 4 offers enhanced navigation and adding some features. Read our full article on all the features. Nexus 7 In the process, Google has also...

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Play the Google topped 700,000 apps

Last week, Apple announced that the App Store had passed the 700,000 apps available for iOS device users. Google does not rely on a leash and responds a week later so loud: the Google Play also comes to exceed the 700,000 apps downloaded by Android users. In the area of mobility, the hardware plays a crucial role. In this game, Google has placed several skirmishes with rival Apple in particular, yesterday revealing serious competitors to the iPhone 5 with the Nexus 4 , with the iPad with the fourth generation Nexus 10 and iPad Mini by expanding its range Nexus 7 (model 32GB, 32GB 3G model and updating prices) . Hardware which can support mobile OS richer, efficient and innovative: this other game, Google Android 4.2 unsheathed yesterday...

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Windows 8: Microsoft ensures that there will not be a 7-inch tablet

Apple has emerged as yet the iPad Mini Apple had said that there would not, but still ended up launching the iPad Mini ( learn more ) last week. What will it take for Microsoft? Tami Reller , chief financial officer of Windows, said recently that no tablet Windows 8 will be manufactured at size 7 inches. In an interview with "Wired Great Britain," the officer said that Microsoft and its partners are focused entirely on the shelves 10 inches, confirming that the production of tablets in a reduced format for Windows 8 is not part of the project development. According to his words, a thousand planes would be ready to launch Windows 8. Graceful termination market share? However, this discourse may be subject to change over time, either because...

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Nexus 10: The new Google tablet

Google Nexus 10 is official, she joined the family and offers features interesting. It is described as a high-performance 10-inch tablet. Google announced that the Nexus has a 10 screen offering "the highest resolution in the world for a tablet and offering new features." The Google device is designed to provide exceptional image resolution especially with 2560 x 1600 pixels. With more than 4 million pixels, the user is literally absorbed by the screen and its content. Texts make a real sharpness and colours appreciable. The Mountain View company indicates that the film will give you Full HD 1080p "  seem to be the best place in your cinema." Nexus 10 is customizable. You can then change the wallpaper, organize and create...

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Introducing the Google Nexus 7

The Google Nexus 7 is already known since it is on the market for several weeks. But Google has just formalize the new capacity (32GB) and 3G. The amount of 16 GB was also lowered (199 euros). The new capacity is very interesting for those who felt a little tight with a 16GB model Some consumers will also shocked to find that the price charged for the new version is identical to the one proposed at the launch of the 16 GB . It therefore incorporates tablet features of the previous model. You will find a pocket size optimized for transport. HD screen you can easily read all types of content. It is also designed for entertainment. The owners of the tablet can dip into Google Play with more than 675,000 applications and games. Digital books...

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Google has the Nexus 4

A few days ago, a prototype Nexus 4 had been lost. Some features have been revealed. Today, Google formalizes its launch. Built by LG, it is described as "  super fast  . " You can find a WXGA IPS 4.7 inches (320 ppi). Lumia as the latest models, the Nexus 4 proposes charging by induction. Just ask for the recharge gets under way. An effective concept that requires no cable. Apparently he does not slot for the microSD card. Characteristic 4.7 inches Definition 1280 x 768 Dimensions: 133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm 139 grams Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro 2GB of RAM 2 Sensors 1.3 and 8MP NFC Bluetooth Wifi 802.11b/g/n A micro USB port SlimPort HDMI Android 4.2 Battery: 2100 mAh Compass, accelerometer, microphone, gyroscope, barometer,...

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Xbox 360 and Android: SmartGlass landed on Google Play

With the Wii U, Nintendo will offer its solution "transmedia" between the console and the GamePad. Sony is also trying a similar approach with a possible interaction between the PS3 and PS Vita. But Microsoft is not left with SmartGlass. With this application, which landed on the free Google Play , Xbox 360 owners access their console from their Android device. Recall that the Xbox 360 is itself a true media hub that goes beyond the simple framework of the game. Your smartphone (or tablet) Android so you can access all this "universe." Free app allows you to take control of its console since its Android tablet or smartphone with version 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) minimum. The device plays the role of remote control (the two devices communicate...

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Xbox SmartGlass is available on Google Play

The application SmartGlass Xbox is now available on Google Play when it was not expected until next spring. It provides access to the Xbox Live account via its Android smartphone, it is also possible to use your mobile as a remote for the Xbox 360 or to access interactive content (videos and start listening to music ...). SmartGlass will also watch a movie on VOD tablet after starting on a TV, or manage playlists Xbox Music from his smartphone. The Xbox version of Internet Explorer can also be controlled from the application. It is also possible to take advantage of some new information about Xbox games (Halo and Forza 4 Horizon) which appear directly on the smartphone. The application is free, however it only works on Android smartphones...

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An application to synchronize Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8

Microsoft offers an application called Windows Phone  to Windows 8 users to synchronize data with  Windows Phone 8. It will improve and replace the Zune software that allowed to manage their data with Windows Phone 7 (extract audio CD, synchronize playlists on a Windows Phone 7...). The Windows Phone application can exchange music, pictures and videos from the computer to the phone and share content from the phone with Windows 8 applications. It will also be possible to automatically save photos and videos taken with the phone on your PC and instantly see the space that is used for each type of content. The application will also find information on their phone or locate in case of loss. Microsoft has already posted this application...

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SmartWatch: a case for your smartphone to your wrist

A new accessory for our phones has arrived, and it is called SmartWatch! Nothing to do with a watch but rather a case for your smartphone always at hand firmly attached to your wrist as shown in this image: Previously you could run, bike, motorcycle or hiking with his phone in a pocket or a cuff on the upper arm ... not very practical to change music, use GPS application or visit their application running. The SmartWatch is the first case for smartphones designed to be worn on the wrist. It allows you to always have an eye on their smartphone and access all features without necessarily having to stop. With two adjustable straps, the SmartWatch can be worn over bare arm that jacket. The facade can control your smartphone without having...

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Amazon compares its Kindle Fire iPad HD Mini

On its website, Amazon has decided to tackle the latest from Apple, the iPad Mini, comparing to its tablet, the Kindle Fire HD. Without a doubt, this year 2012 is that of the tablets, or rather a true "war" tablets. Far as total domination of Apple's iPad, launched in 2010, taking short competition which will take a long time to be on the market despite testing well known brands (HP, BlackBerry, Motorola or the French Archos). The real change will come with Google's finally an aggressive pricing policy and an operating system matures to finally open the market to competition in the absence of directly opposing the iPad. Indeed, the various iPad killer were all eventually face the supremacy of the Cupertino company in the area and it is finally choosing a different angle than the competition...

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Nexus 10 with 300 dpi resolution, Android 4.2 and CPU Cortex-A15 architecture

As well go straight to the point with this new tablet Nexus. 10 shows the Nexus 2560 by 1600 pixels on a 10 inch screen, which gives it a pixel density of 300 ppi substantial, never before seen on a tablet of this size . For comparison, the last two versions of iPad 9.7 inch feature a pixel density of 264 ppi. Add to that the glass on the screen is Gorilla Glass 2 type. On such a screen, so you can watch movies in their true 1080p quality (even with up-conversion for this higher resolution than full HD). Associated with Google Samsung offers the opportunity to specifications again very complete and attractive. Judge for yourself. The tablet weighs only 603 grams and is 8.9 mm thick only. On the hardware side, the benchmark tests might panic...

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Nexus 7: 32 GB versions and 3G € 249 to € 299 official

This year, he will actually have to make room at the foot of the Christmas tree. Google has decided to play Santa Claus and reveals the contents of his sack. The least one can say is that Santa Claus Mountain View is far from trash. Blessed are those who have not yet purchased a tablet Nexus 7 as the Mountain View company lowers the price of the 16GB version for $ 200 while the 8GB model simply disappears from Google Play Store. It is a version with 32 GB of internal memory priced at € 249 which complements the range of WiFi Nexus 7. "WiFi" because now you will have to specify the type of Nexus 7 you are talking about in terms of its connectivity. Google has just announced a 32GB version with 3G connectivity. It will be sold unlocked and...

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LG Android 4.2 Nexus 4 official from $ 299

LG unveiled the Optimus G in partnership with Qualcomm that his team SoC Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with 4 cores. One will find a second life in the Nexus range. Nexus 4 comes actually to be officially announced. Is not expected today due to storm that will descend on the North East coast of the United States, while Google had scheduled a press conference just in the Big Apple. The Mountain View company had announced to have waived held today. But, here's the new Nexus introduced by the same the new version of Android. Android 4.2 includes some new features in the application's native camera with Photo Sphere (photo mode to 360 degrees), quick settings menu accessible from the notifications panel ... Nexus 4 displays 1280 by 768 pixels...

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Skype 6.0 integrates Facebook and Microsoft

The versions of Skype 6.0 is now available for Windows and OS X, the big news in this version is the ability to identify with a Microsoft and / or Facebook, which allows you to use the software without the needs of a Skype account. The user of a Microsoft account is now able to have conversations with contacts on Windows Live Messenger , Hotmail and Xbox Live (soon compatible with Outlook.com accounts) after his partner account via the connection interface . Once this is done, it can choose to merge a Skype account if one has. The audio / video calls are currently not yet possible to a Microsoft, but update will bring this feature soon. The company also points out that Skype for Windows 8 will be available beginning October 26 in download...

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iPhone 5 jailbreak coming soon

While the iPhone 5 has appeared recently, jailbreak iOS 6 seems almost to be unveiled. Indeed Planetbeing have discovered a loophole that will be exploited immediately to allow all users the latest Iphone who wish to unlock. Planetbeing provides on his Twitter have found a way to bypass the lock and version of the iPhone 4S, which supports iOS 6 would also be concerned with the jailbreak. What is a Jailbreak? The operating system of the iPhone is limited by Apple and the jailbreak is actually a loophole that allows full use of it by smartphone users. In fact, users can then download and use applications that are not available in the Appstore. When will be available Jailbreak? Now that the fault is found it will be used but it will have...

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Retina MacBook Pro: 40% thinner and ultra efficient

The MacBook Pro Retina marketed by Apple has a 13 or 15 inch screen. This model is spectacular and showcases an engineering feat. The users will benefit from 4 or 5 megapixels. In this keynote, Apple revealed the new MacBook Pro Retina. It offers "the highest resolution ever seen on a laptop." Apart from this screen quite friendly, the Cupertino company has built a computer with a flash architecture. This storage technology is powerful because it is the most reliable and fastest. Maximum power is delivered in a computer that is both thin and light. The internal components have been redesigned to offer a real power while sharing an optimized design. This model is also equipped with operating system OS X Lion Mountain. It fits perfectly...

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Galaxy Note 2: 500 euros Sold with a coupon code

The Galaxy Note 2 is popular because its characteristics are very interesting. Currently, the best web price is around 540 euros. You can receive a discount. The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is available on site at a price of 590 euros. The manufacturer also shares a rebate offer of 70 euros. At this point, you can get the smartphone for 520 Euros. The Galaxy Note 2 is sold 500 euros (590 - 70 - 20 euros). This is the best price you can find on the web right now. This coupon is valid for one person and one order. These are the first 1500 customers will have the opportunity to benefit from this great offer. This offer is not valid and you must add the shipping cost. The Coupon Code is valid until midnight on October 24. The model benefits from...

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Apple's new iMac ultra efficient and super fine

The iMac has made ​​a very noticeable entry in this keynote. The Mini iPad was not the only product offered. Apple surprises so with this "desktop in its most advanced form." Since its launch in 1998, the iMac has really changed. Today, the screen is so thin that it is difficult to imagine that his ancestor looked like a huge block. Edges appear 5 mm, the iMac has been reduced by 40% compared to the previous generation. To do this, Apple has made ​​engineering feats including inventing new technologies. The computer is much thinner, but the screen (21.5 to 27 inches) has lost nothing of its beauty and performance. Level measures, the reduction is also visible as the LCD (IPS) is 5 mm thinner. Apple also removed 2 mm between the glass...

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5 thoughts about the iPad mini

The iPad mini has been officially announced last night during an Oct. 23 keynote Apple during which many other novelties were presented. As a preamble, a reminder of the main features of the iPad mini , which are those of the iPad 2, smaller: Multipoint touch screen tablet 7.9 inches Resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels at 163 pixels per inch (ppi) Height: 200 mm Width: 134.7 mm Thickness: 7.2 mm Weight: 308 g (note that the Google Nexus 7-Asus weighs 340 g and already seems incredibly light in hand) A5 processor bicœu Lightnin connector Mini-jack 3.5 mm stereo headphone Built-in speaker Microphone Three-axis gyroscope Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Wi-Fi Digital compass The iPad mini will be available from November 2 and November WiFi...

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iPad mini: Presentation, release date and price official

The iPad mini has all the experience of his big brother. Technology and performance have been met in a smaller tablet. So gather users everything they love in a format that fits in your hand. Apple wanted to offer a smaller aircraft, it is 23% thinner (7.2 mm) and above 53% lighter (308 grams). It is therefore easily in one hand. The format is optimized for navigation and it works with all applications available for its big brother. The ideal size was proposed (7.9 inches). The screen (LED backlit) is pretty amazing because it offers a resolution similar to the iPad 2 (1024 x 768). It is also 35% larger than that suggested by a 7-inch tablet. The area is nice and allows the owner to easily surf, watch videos, photos ... The iPad mini...

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Facebook: 1.01 billion and 604 million active members on the monthly mobile

On the occasion of the publication of its financial results for the third quarter cash, Facebook has released statistics that are worth a look on its users. Regarding the financial aspect of the company Mark Zuckerberg has slightly exceeded analysts' expectations with a turnover of 1.26 billion and earnings per share of 0.12 dollars, while analysts were betting instead on a number of Affairs of 1.23 billion and earnings per share of 0.11 dollar ... As for statistics, the social network has passed the symbolic threshold of 1.01 billion active members per month to 30 September 2012, an increase of 26% compared to last year. And Facebook has nearly 604 million members each month on mobile, with an impressive increase of 61% compared to last...

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The iPad Mini and 4th generation iPad not compatible with 4G LTE

The iPad Mini has just been unveiled. A careful examination of its cellular connectivity demonstrates that it is not compatible with 4G LTE in France (and in many other European countries). If the iPhone 5 is not compatible with the bands 7 (2600 MHz) and 20 (800 MHz) of the 4G LTE allocated to French mobile operators by ARCEP, the iPad Mini is not either. In the specifications for cellular connectivity is discovered that Apple has made ​​a substantial effort (compared to the iPad 3rd generation). The iPad 3G/4G Mini comes in two versions: A1454 A1455 and. The model A1454 is compatible with the bands 4 (AWS) and 17 (700b MHz) while the version is A1455 with bands 1 (2100 MHz), 3 (1800 MHz), 5 (850 MHz), 13 (700c MHz) and 25 (1900 MHz). 4th...

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The iPad Mini is now a reality and a new iPad

We waited as the highlight of the show offered by the keynote and it has been announced. It is the iPad Mini, Apple's response to Google and Nexus 7. The firm at the apple has also not denied on several points compare to the iPad Mini (forgetting, however, that the price of the Nexus 7 is less than $ 80). The iPad Mini declined in two colors (black or white) is characterized by a screen of 7.9 inches with 1024 x 768 pixels, 163 ppi (Retina Display not so). Size that is easy to remember because the iPad "classic" has a 9.7 inch screen, two digits reversed for "move" from one size to another. An inch larger than the screen of the Nexus 7 which, according to Apple, makes a difference and contributes to ease of use. The usable area of ​​the...

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Apple Announces MacBook Pro 13 inch Retina Display

After Tim Cook, Phil Schiller is mounted on stage to present a new MacBook Pro. And not just any model because it is a model with resolution Retina Display. MacBook Pro 13 inch in its declination is the most sold models in the range. It therefore seemed logical that Apple offers a version with display Retina Display. On its 13.3-inch screen, it displays 2560 by 1600 pixels, or 4,096,000 pixels, which makes the laptop with the second highest resolution after the ... MackBook Pro 15-inch Retina Display. It has two ports Thunderbold, USB 3.0, HDMI output, an SD card reader, but lost its optical drive. Display side, Apple says 29% more contrast compared to previous models and 75% reflected light within a viewing angle of 178 degrees and a...

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The conference live from Apple's Safari browser

By a little more than two hours, Apple will begin his keynote during which we should discover the iPad Mini and possibly other products. We have seen that Apple TV owners will be able to view it live on their HDTV. The information is now confirmed on Apple's site. But the Cupertino company has decided to extend this opportunity to all owners of iOS devices: iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. This requires that the device is running iOS 4.2 minimum . Finally, if you have a Mac running Mac OS X 10.6 minimum (condition probably need to install version 4 (minimum) Safari), you can also view it from the Safari browser. To do this, you must have the version 4 (minimum) of Apple's browser . One can also imagine that it should be possible to watch it...

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Keynote: Apple Introduces the iPad mini and iPad 4

The iPad mini has been introduced by Apple during the keynote. Here is a summary of the functions of the unit. The iPad 4 th generation has also entered the market. IPad Mini The iPad mini is much thinner and especially smaller than its big brother. Apple has a thickness of 7.2 mm, it is 25% thinner than the iPad. The Cupertino company does not offer color as it is available in two colors, black and white. The resolution is 1024 x 768 (same as the iPad 2) with a screen of 7.9 inches. More than 275,000 applications are compatible. To extol the virtues of its tablet, Apple offered a comparison with the Nexus 7 Google. It is therefore possible to see real change since the screen is larger and especially optimized for browsing the net. Reading...

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