According to an article by Zdnet Journo Mary Jo Foley Microsoft Has confimed that August will see the release of RTM 8.1. Some thought it would be around August first but it looks like this date has been pushed back:
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Microsoft confirms Windows 8.1 to RTM by August | ZDNet
A brief look at the new stuff in the release destined for June 26, Windows 8.1 or Windows Blue. Initially a preview at first, the full version is expected later in the year.
Zdnet.com are running an article by Simon Bisset which details recent events around the Windows Blue/8.1 release. The article also goes on to outline what the 8.1 release means for the future development of Windows:
Well worth a read if you want to know how Microsoft is changing and why.
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For the last month or so, when I move my laptop to a different location, it sees the networks, but I have a Limited connection. I have to do a release and renew to get to the Internet. It isn't a big deal, but can be annoying.
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Mary Jo foley a Microsoft watcher and journalist has wrote an article giving Windows Blue a new name:
This also further backs up the idea that Microsoft will not be releasing any major new Operating systems but instead will release yearly or half yearly updates starting with 8.1 then 8.2 and...
Revision Note: Advance Notification published.
Summary: This is an advance notification of security bulletins that Microsoft is intending to release on March 12, 2013.
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BANGALORE, INDIA: Lenovo, has officially confirmed the release of its Windows 8-based tablet. The China PC maker is expected release its new tablet at the end of October.
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Microsoft has just released its new pricing for Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro upgrades which will take effect starting February. From February onwards, Windows 8 upgrade editions will be priced as follows: Windows 8 Pro upgrade edition will be available online and at retail for $199.99 MSRP...
I downloaded Windows Release Preview Evaluation Copy. Build 8400. Now I am getting messages that says my version has expired and to download the newest version. The newest version requires a payment. This seems like a bait and switch. Windows says I can't uninstall Windows 8 and go back to...
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I was surprised to see that nobody had posted this official video yet! :nevreness:
I thought these were some well constructed promotional demo videos by Microsoft. So I'll share them here as well.
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These seem to be the latest graphics drivers for Intel as of 10/23/2012. I since the official release of Win 8 is Friday, I suspect these will be the released version.
Adding to and to some extent, firming up the rumors, it looks like in much the same way Microsoft has decided to manufacturer its' own branded tablet, there are evidently plans to do something similar with respect to a Windows Phone 8 device.
Not particularly surprising as there seems to be a...
A major firestorm erupted earlier this week after Intel CEO Paul Otellini reportedly told employees* Microsoft's Windows 8 operating system will be released before it is "fully ready." read more
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