Monthly Archives: February 2009

Windows Marketplace has left and died

That is, on the desktop website. Windows Marketplace was Microsoft’s ideal site where Windows users could find and discover software, applications, and IE add-ons for their Windows computer. I guess they didn’t do such a hot job, so now it … Continue reading

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Windows Mobile 6.5 – What you need to know

Microsoft dished out some details about Windows Mobile 6.5 at the Mobile World Congress on February 16, 2009. Here’s a bulleted list of quick information: Expected to be released to Q4 2009 (late 2009) Mostly a minor update – A … Continue reading

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Snuggies has a Windows Vista themed site

Ever seen that Snuggies ad? Well I looked up Snuggies on Live Search, and the first result led me to the site. I think they did a pretty good job of mimicking the Windows Vista look. Just thought that was … Continue reading

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Want to work at Microsoft? Check out the Microsoft JobsBlog

I discovered this site by accident, but the Microsoft JobsBlog is a pretty useful site if you want some tips and help in getting hired at Microsoft. So if you’re looking for a job at Microsoft, here’s a good site … Continue reading

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Is Skybox now My Phone?

Rumors of three new services to debut with Windows Mobile 6.5 are about codename SkyBox, SkyLine, and SkyMarket. A basic rundown of each: SkyBox – automatic backup and restore services, cloud syncing with your contacts, calendars, pictures and the like … Continue reading

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Live Search homepage lets you see photo backgrounds in the past?

I don’t know if anyone else has spotted this, but the Live Search homepage allows you to view daily backgrounds from the past. If I click on the left arrow, I get the other day’s background: Clicking on the right … Continue reading

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Where’s “Update Feeds” in Windows Live Mail?

I use Windows Live Mail as my RSS feeder. An RSS feeder, if you don’t know, allows you to see new (or old) posts from your favorite blog or website that come updated every time you check. Windows Live Mail … Continue reading

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“Report abuse” is very unhelpful on Windows Live

I was hoping that report abuse would get an update beyond the new look, but it’s just a new look, and the same old problems. For example: This woman, Lady Melissa Williams sent me a message about how her husband, … Continue reading

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