Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 features are all set to change the user's experience

The Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 features were supposed to give a new taste of mobile phone technology to its users. Microsoft has finally decided to roll out the first update for its mobile operating system Windows Phone 8.1. Some of the details of the features were out till now. To start with, it came to our knowledge is that the visuals of the phone is the first thing that one will be noticing in the new version of the OS that will cater the option for folder stacking. In other words one can put several tiles in a single one just by dragging one above the other. This will definitely be a convenient feature as similar tiles can be kept together in a single folder.

Also the Update 1 is supposed to support interactive case accessories. It is similar to the one that wakes up the Android phones like Samsung, HTC when the cases are opened. Microsoft is planning the same for its Lumia Windows phones. Also it came to our knowledge that HTC is working one Dot Case for its upcoming Windows phone.

Other features of Windows Phone 8.1  Update 1 will include a better resolution of 1280 X 800 resolution screens and new 7 inch devices. Also it has been rumoured that there will be a phonebook entry for Cortana which car owners can use to turn on sppech while driving. With new Update 1 Microsoft will surely minimize the completion with the other tech giants like Android and iOS. Although we came to know about the new Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 features, we couldn't say when it will be released at this moment, but some sources revealed that it will be out in some of zones by the first half of August, 2014.

Download Microsoft Office 2013 for previewing

Microsoft will be releasing their Microsoft Office 2013 next year. But before the release if you want to get a preview then you can download Microsoft Office 2013 and easily install the preview version of the software and enjoy its features for full 60 Days. MSDN and TechNet subscribers have already got access to the software. But if you don't have MSDN or TechNet accounts, don't worry you can still enjoy the features of Office 2013.

To download the Microsoft Office 2013 head on to www.microsoft.com/office/preview and download the software that will be featuring Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Microsoft Access. One software can be used to install in 5 PCs using your Microsoft Account.

The package that you will find in the website is actually of Microsoft Office 365 Home Premium Preview which is similar to Microsoft Office 2013 as other reports claims it to be. The unique feature about the installation file is that after downloading the software you can make Office run within few minutes, provided that you have a good speed of net connection. The technology used here is a streaming technology. The file you will be downloading will be of 500Kb and on opening it, it will be streaming the Office software to your personal computer.

The drawback is that the software might take sometime to install if you have a slow net connection and also that its just a preview version and things might be changed in the final one. However, there is no expiry date set for the software. But many people believe that it is a trail version for 60 days and will expire by the time the final version of Microsoft Office 2013 hits the market. But the for the time being if you have Windows 7 or Windows 8 running, you can download Microsoft office 2013 for previewing till the final paid version arrives.

Nokia Windows RT tablet to be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress in February 2013

Nokia Windows RT tablet is expected to be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress that will be held on the month of February 2012. Earlier there were reports that Nokia is working on their first ever tablet based on Windows. However, there was no solid details about their act. But the scenario is about to change in the Mobile World Congress. As reported by DigiTimes, Microsoft, Qualcomm and Compal Electronics has resumed there work and the development of the Windows 8 based Nokia tablet is on progress.

The rumors about the Nokia Windows RT tablet originally emerged earlier this year. The reports said that the company was opting for dual-core Qualcomm SoC and the initial shipment was reported to be about 200,000 units. It was also reported the cause behind the delay of launching the tablet goes to the unveil of Microsoft Surface tablets which was launched few months ago. But current reports says that Nokia is back to work and the tablet will be available on display on the event of Mobile World Congress.

However, it still remains a rumor until any further press release from the company. But if the reports were true then unveiling the tablet on the eve of Mobile World Congress does makes a lot of sense. At the moment the Nokia Windows RT tablet specifications are not available. We will definitely write about the specification as soon as we get hold of the information. It has also been reported that AT&T planning to stock tablets next year and which might be the expected 'soon to be unveiled' Nokia Windows RT tablet.

Send International Fax Free from Internet

Now you have the scope to send international fax free from internet directly. These procedure is particularly useful for those who can't afford a fax machine or for those who uses fax very rarely and as such there is no use of buying a fax machine. But there a way by which one can send fax for free to anywhere in the world from the internet. If you hoping for the solution then you are at the right place. Read on.

In order to send International fax free from Internet you must take a look at the site HelloFax. HelloFax happens to be a online fax company which has recently partnered with Microsoft. With there service you can send 50 free international fax from Internet, practically to any number. But all you will be needing is Microsoft ID (eg. Hotmail, Windows Live).

To begin with, you must go to hellofax.com/skydrive. After that Sign Up with the Microsoft link. After signing up you will be able to send any document just by uploading it, to any fax number in the world totally for free. On successful delivery you will be receiving an outbound copy of the fax that will be automatically stored in your skydrvie. The documents supported by Hellofax to send international fax free from internet includes MS Word, PDFs, texts, images and many more popular formats. Also HelloFax allows you to pull documents for faxing from several other file storing services like Dropbox, Box, Evernote as well as Google Drive.

But with that service if you also wish to receive fax then one should buy an incoming fax number that costs around $7.99 per month. However, to send international fax free from internet through HelloFax obviously stays free for the time being.

How to download Windows 8 for testing?

Windows 8 has been released and the good thing is that before purchasing it you can simply download Windows 8 for testing purpose and I will tell you how to do so. The computers that are running on Windows XP, Vista or 7 can now be easily upgraded to Windows 8 Pro edition for a amount of $39.99 only (which is equivalent to Rs. 1,999 in India). To do so all you have to do is head over to the Microsoft Windows site and follow the instructions given over there. The prices as we came to know from sources will remain as such till January, 2013. The current prices of Windows 8 Pro for testing purposes are reasonable and is a good option to get a copy now.

It is to be noted that prior to the official launch of Windows 8, there was a preview edition available for free. But after the launch it had been taken down by Microsoft and instead this new option to download Windows 8 for testing has been put up. You will be able to enjoy all the features of Windows 8 for a period of 90 days with this new option.

In other words if you wish to try the Windows 8 before making a purchase, the best option is to obtain the 90 days trail version from msdn.microsoft.com . But one thing that is to be noted is that these are merely evaluation copies with a validity of 90-days. So if you are planning to download Windows 8 for testing, to be on the safe side create a bootable Windows 8 DVD from the evaluation ISO files or you can set them up in dual-boot environment but the option is to set up a virtual machine.

New Microsoft Logo to be unveiled on Thursday

After almost 25 years, a new Microsoft logo is to be unveiled on Thursday. It has been since 1987 that Microsoft has not changed its logo. The last one was a solid bold and italicized logo that was unveiled in 1987. This time the new Microsoft logo is expected to be more colourful. It will be unveiled in Boston in a ceremony of opening the 23^rd Microsoft store. Along with these the logo can also be seen in the Bellevue and Seattle Microsoft stores and the Microsoft webpage as well.

The latest Microsoft logo will sport a multicolored Windows symbol along with a text that is lighter in color and straight forward and which will read the brand name. General Manager Jeff Hansen of Brand Strategy said the new Microsoft logo to be the "signal the heritage but also signal the future — a newness and freshness." The new logo is expected to be seen in the newer products as it has been reported that Microsoft will be releasing latest phones and computers based on Windows platform.

A little more info that we were able to acquire from sources are that the font that will be used in the new Microsoft logo is Segoe, which is owned by Microsoft itself. Moreover like the last logo, the new one will also have the letters “f” and “t” touching each other. As usual the coloured Window symbol will be square in shape with its four standard colour. But it has also been reported that the it will not be found in the upcoming Windows 8 devices and logo of Windows 8 will be mono-colored. However, in later future or through updates the new Microsoft logo might be added to it.

Windows 8 Skype design is far better than the Apple iPad design

Windows 8 Skype design has been leaked and it seems to be much more appealing than what is in the Apple iPad. Microsoft has finally proved its superiority in case of design compared to others. Skype for non-metro has finally managed to match the tile design of the Windows 8 OS but also made the iOS version of the same app look much like a baroque.

The image of the Windows 8 Skype design has been revealed through twitter by the IT developer AdamUCF. The app not only looks cool but also it has been able to leave the iPad Skype design far behind the race. Also, it is to be noted that the Apple Mac Skype design has always been lagging behind compared to the other PC versions of the same application.

But as Skype has joined hands with Microsoft and how is a team of it, does it means Skype is infusing hatred towards the Apple iOS and Mac users? But, in this battle it should also be noted that Apple has also been torturing Microsoft with its iTunes as well. Is new Skype design for Windows 8 just a payback? But for the current topic the Windows 8 Skype design undoubtedly surpasses the iPad design in all aspects.

What will be the Microsoft Surface Price?

Soon to be shipped along with Windows 8, the Microsoft Surface price has finally been rightly estimated. This new Windows 8 based tablet from Microsoft is certainly going to a tough competitor of the iPads and other Ultrabooks and tablets of its category. Sporting a 10.6 inch display, this new consumer tablet promises a lot of interesting features to the user. Obviously a great user experience is guaranteed too. The Microsoft Surface will be featuring a lot of cool application, turning it to a complete 'mini-laptop'!

Well, before going to talk about the new Microsoft Surface price, it is worth mentioning its features here. This new tablet will include some new and unique features. As it runs on Windows 8, it will allow almost any software to run compatible to it, even the big ones that you run on the laptop. Besides these it will feature USB ports. Through this port you can connect any compatible devices like - mobile phones, Hard Disks or even your digital camera. Moreover its cover doubles up as a keypad too, which is really a very unique feature. These new gizmo will be out by late October or early November, but will initially be available at the U.S. market.

Coming to the Microsoft Surface tablet prices, the tablets based on Windows RT will come in two variants - 32 GB and 64GB and there price will be around the price of tablets running on ARM. And those running of Windows 8 Professional will come in two variants 64 GB and 128 GB, the cost of which can be compared to its competitive Ultrabooks. If we take a look of the current costs of the competitive products, the Android based tablets starts from $400, iPad at around $500 and the Ultrabooks market costs of various brands like Samsung, HP, Toshiba varies from $800 to $1000. Comparing to the prices of all those competitive devices the new Microsoft Surface price has been expected to be around $900-$1000.