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Microsoft sends test versions of Windows 8 to PC manufacturers

Posted: 05 Apr 2011 02:00 AM PDT

Since the release of Windows 7, Microsoft has been working hard on the follow up Windows installment, today we have some new info about it. According to the news that have been going for some time, it seems that Microsoft has begun to ship the first test versions of its new operating system Windows 8, to PC manufacturers.

It seems that Microsoft is putting a lot of effort into Windows 8, and according to leaked news, Windows 8 will have features especially made for tablets. In addition to that, Windows 8 will be the first operating system from Microsoft that will be able to run on low-powered ARM processors which again are usually found in tablets. Additionally, Windows 8 will boast improved designs that will be optimised for touchscreen displays.

So far, the test version will be distributed through Microsoft Connect, a program for privileged beta users, but we're hoping to see its full release in 2012.

[via Ubergizmo]

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iPad gadgets: Element Case Joule Chroma provides an iPad Stand

Posted: 05 Apr 2011 12:00 AM PDT

Element Case has a new product called the Joule Chroma which is a case that is made out of aircraft-grade aluminum. The case comes with six different colors that you can chose from when purchasing. The Joule Chroma case fits both the first gen iPad and the iPad 2, with three position tilt allowing you to stand your iPad up and move it to the angle you want. The rubber pads on the bottom of the stand provides traction so that the iPad stays standing upright in the spot you adjust it too. In the stand they also include a speaker port so that sound isn’t muffled but amplified.

The Joule Chroma is available at major retailers, it’ll cost you a pricey $149.99. After you purchase it and open it up you will also notice that it comes with a free lycra zipper case for protection.

[via iTechNews]

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