Next Windows Mobile 6.5 in store on October 5thSeptember 1st, 2009 REDMOND, Wash. — Microsoft Corp.
Windows 7 requirements in line with Vista's; release candidate offers way to run XP softwareMay 1st, 2009 Microsoft's Windows 7 test implies holiday launchSEATTLE — Microsoft Corp. has released a near-final version of the Windows 7 operating system that adds a few new features, including a way to run Windows XP applications.
Gartner Inc. predicts PC shipments will grow in the 4th quarter after a year of declinesJune 26th, 2009 Gartner predicts PC shipment growth in 4QSTAMFORD, Conn. — Gartner Inc.
Microsoft sends final Windows 7 code to manufacturers, promises smooth transition for PC usersJuly 22nd, 2009 Microsoft says Windows 7 is ready for PC companiesSEATTLE — Microsoft Corp. says Windows 7 is complete.
Video game makers gather in Tokyo to gear up for holiday pushSeptember 24th, 2009 Tokyo Game Show kicks off with turnaround hopesTOKYO — The Tokyo Game Show, billed as the world's largest computer entertainment fest, kicked off Thursday with hopes that depressed sales of game consoles will enjoy a holiday resurrection. Hurt by the global recession and few blockbuster releases, the video game industry has been in a slump for much of the year.
Tech blog Engadget says Wii price cut imminent, will drop by $50 to $200September 23rd, 2009 Engadget blog: Wii nears price cut by $50 to $200NEW YORK — A $50 price cut may be imminent for Nintendo's popular Wii gaming console. Tech blog Engadget said in a posting late Tuesday that the Wii, which has cost about $250 since its 2006 launch, will see its price drop to $200 beginning Sunday.
Microsoft says next version of Office for Mac on track for holiday 2010, will include OutlookAugust 13th, 2009 Microsoft says Office for Mac will have OutlookREDMOND, Wash. — Microsoft Corp.
Microsoft says profit drops 29 percent, posts first full-year drop in sales since 1986July 23rd, 2009 Soft PC sales send Microsoft profit down 29 pctSEATTLE — There isn't much Microsoft Corp. can do to avoid what is shaping up to be a tough rest of 2009.
Intel CEO: PC sales pulling out of slump fast, could defy predictions and rise this yearSeptember 22nd, 2009 Intel CEO: PC sales could rise in 2009SAN FRANCISCO — The worldwide personal-computer market is pulling out of its slump quickly and could defy predictions by growing this year, Intel Corp. CEO Paul Otellini said Tuesday.
Microsoft executive says retail stores 'right next door to Apple' planned for fallJuly 16th, 2009 Microsoft plans stores 'right next door to Apple'SEATTLE — Microsoft Corp.'s chief operating officer says the software maker is planning to open retail stores "right next door to Apple" in the fall. The executive, Kevin Turner, also says Microsoft is "in the game for the long-term" and has hired a retail team.
Microsoft: First 2 retail stores planned for Scottsdale, Ariz., and Mission Viejo, Calif.July 29th, 2009 Microsoft to open stores in Arizona, CaliforniaSEATTLE — Microsoft Corp. said Tuesday it is planning to open its first two retail stores in Arizona and California this fall.
Microsoft CEO Ballmer receives compensation package worth $1.28M in 2009, a 6 percent cutSeptember 30th, 2009 Microsoft CEO's compensation down 6 percent in '09SEATTLE — The value of the compensation package granted to Microsoft Corp. CEO Steve Ballmer fell about 6 percent in fiscal 2009, a year in which weak computer sales cut into the software maker's profits.
Microsoft's Bing tests new format for search results that swaps images for text linksSeptember 14th, 2009 Microsoft swaps pictures for text in some searchesSEATTLE — Microsoft Corp. is testing a way to display some search results as galleries of moveable images instead of text links, part of its ongoing attempt to differentiate its Bing search engine from Google.
Sony cuts price of PlayStation 3 by $100 to boost holiday sales; slim version plannedAugust 18th, 2009 PS3 price cut by $100; slimmer model to comeNEW YORK — After months of rumors and anticipation, Sony Corp. is slashing the price of the PlayStation 3 by $100 in hopes of boosting sales of the console ahead of the important holiday season.
Microsoft says 4Q profit drops 29 percent, posts first full-year drop in sales since IPOJuly 23rd, 2009 Microsoft fiscal 4Q profit falls 29 percentSEATTLE — Microsoft Corp. said Thursday its profit in the last quarter plunged 29 percent because of weak computer sales, ending a fiscal year in which the software maker's revenue fell for the first time since the company went public in 1986.
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