Mobile Miscellany: week of May 14th, 2012



Not all mobile news is destined for the front page, but if you’re like us and really want to know what’s going on, then you’ve come to the right place. This past week, Verizon Wireless brought its LTE service to 28 new markets and expanded its reach …

Microsoft exec says Windows Phone outselling iPhone in China



Going by Microsoft’s Greater China COO Michel van der Bel, the launch of Windows Phone in China is off to an auspicious start — enough to give Apple the shakes. He claims that devices like the Nokia Lumia 800c have helped Windows Phone reach seven p…

Microsoft patent application outlines system to recommend and transfer apps across devices



Ready for your latest tour through the dense and meandering wording of patent applications? Well, dig in, because it’s Microsoft’s turn to confuse lawyers the world over with this latest USPTO doc, submitted in November of 2010. The filing describes …

Kiss Aero goodbye: Latest Windows 8 build reveals minimalistic desktop UI



It’s safe to say that anticipation is high for the upcoming Windows 8 Release Preview, which will become available in the first week of June. While we’re still curious to see if Microsoft can better integrate the desktop and Metro environments of its…

Microsoft rolling out new apps to Xbox 360, including MUZU.TV and Manga in the US



You can never have enough apps, right? With that in mind, Microsoft’s rolling out a couple of new applications to Xbox 360s in the US and Canada. For starters, those of you living Stateside will now have access to Manga Entertainment and MUZU.TV (als…