Noisestash Roundup, the disappointment edition
Google’s Honeycomb mobile platform lacks native apps, Microsoft gains developer support, and more in today’s Noisecast roundup.
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Noisestash Roundup, I’ll clear your mind of Rebecca Black edition
Today’s news roundup includes stories about Microsoft creating 3D models with cell phones, a new social project from the founder of 4chan, and AT&T’s deal with Ford. Plus, there are updates on the ongoing sagas of GeoHot and Duke Nukem Forever.
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Noisestash Roundup, shake that ass for jesus edition
Today’s news roundup includes a story about pole dancing for Jesus, the departure of an Apple executive, and a time-lapse video of a woman with AIDS. Plus, watch a video of the Aurora Borealis.
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Apple suing Amazon.com over “Appstore” name. lolwut?
Apple is taking legal action against Amazon for using the term “Appstore” to refer to their Android app store. Apple argues that the term is trademarked, while Amazon argues that it is generic.
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IE9 benchmark shocker: 64-bit tanks
IE9 64-bit underperformed significantly compared to its 32-bit counterpart and other browsers in recent JavaScript benchmark tests. The results cast doubt on the readiness of 64-bit IE9 for widespread use.
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Microsoft decides that Zune is to be Kinned off. [Rumors]
Microsoft is reportedly killing off its Zune hardware line, instead focusing on its Zune software. The company will continue to sell the Zune HD, but it will not release any new hardware. Microsoft will instead focus on expanding its Zune software to other devices.
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Windows Phone 7 Hits A Milestone
Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 has crossed the 10,000 app threshold, making it a true contender in the mobile app market. This is a significant milestone for the platform, as it shows that developers are taking it seriously and creating high-quality apps for it.
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Microsoft Goes On A Hiring Spree, My Xbox 360 Goes Into Depression
Microsoft is hiring new Xbox hardware developers, leading to speculation about a next-gen console. With hardware becoming cheaper and more powerful, it may be the right time for Microsoft to release a new console.
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Nokia Received One Billion Dollars for Microsoft Deal
Microsoft has invested $1 billion in its partnership with Nokia to gain scale and boost its mobile platform. Analysts are generally positive about the deal, but say the real burden is on Microsoft to deliver.
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Microsoft Is Taking The Google Approach To Get Apps for WP7
In a move to boost app development for Windows Phone 7, Microsoft is letting employees moonlight as app developers. Employees will keep the intellectual property rights and 70% of the profits from their apps. Microsoft is also hosting weekly pizza parties for developers.
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Microsoft Kinect SDK? Yes Please!
Microsoft is releasing the full SDK for Kinect on Windows 7, which will allow developers to create more precise and sophisticated uses for the device. The SDK will provide drivers and libraries that live above the raw data, allowing developers to fully utilize the camera, mic, and motors.
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Intel CEO on Redmondpoo: “I would probably have gone to Android.”
Intel CEO, Paul Otellini, publicly declared Nokia’s decision to partner with Windows Phone 7 as flawed, implying he would have chosen Android if in Nokia’s position. He also hinted that Nokia abandoned their MeeGo partnership with Intel due to substantial financial incentives from Microsoft. Nonetheless, Otellini promised to find a new partner for MeeGo.
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Nokia Investors Secretly Turn Out to be French or Maybe Not Exist
The group of young Nokia shareholders who planned to challenge the company’s leadership and strategy have called off their coup.
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Nokia shareholders plan a coup against the coup
Nokia shareholders are unhappy with the partnership with Microsoft and are planning to challenge the company’s strategy and partnership with Microsoft at the next AGM. They propose to kill off R&D outsourcing, bring in young and talented engineers, scale back Windows Phone 7 Nokia devices, and oust current leaders including CEO Stephen Elop.
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2 Turkeys and the Eagle they could become
Nokia and Microsoft have joined forces, but will this partnership be a success or send Microsoft’s mobile division plummeting to the earth? Read about the potential pitfalls and benefits of this alliance.
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