Topic: Software Operating Systems

Google Chrome OS lives on with big update, new hardware

The latest version of Google's cloud-centric Chrome OS resembles a "regular" desktop operating system in a lot of ways. The revamp, and new Chromebook and Chromebox hardware from Samsung, show how much Chrome OS has matured in the three years since its inception.

Gadget guide: Which electronics are 'in season' and which to avoid

Thinking about some major gadget purchases this summer? It may be the right time to pick up a new TV. An iPhone? It's probably best to wait a bit.

RIM debuts BlackBerry 10, but no new phones

At RIM's annual BlackBerry World conference, the company unveiled a new operating system. But where are the new phones? 

Microsoft joins forces with Barnes & Noble

The software company announced it will invest $300 million in the bookseller's e-book and college bookstore ventures

Nokia Lumia faces hurdles in Europe: report

The Nokia Lumia 900 has sold out of online stores in the States, Nokia said this week. But overseas, the prospect for the Lumia line may be more grim. 

Tech stocks CEO summit: Can it solve Apple, Samsung patent dispute? (+video)

Tech stocks giants ordered to have CEOs try to settle their bitter patent dispute. Like several tech stocks, Apple and Samsung are dueling over patents for mobile devices.   

New tablets from Google: built by Asus, Samsung?

New tablets were planned to be marketed within the next six months, Google CEO said in December. News reports suggest Asus or Samsung would build Google's new tablets.

Back up against wall, RIM looks toward BlackBerry 10

RIM endured a brutal fiscal Q4. Will the new BlackBerry 10 OS be enough to save the Canadian tech giant? 

Switching from a Mac to a PC: Five lessons from an Apple fanboy

The Internet is filled with testimonials of people ditching their PC for a hip new Mac. Where once they trudged through stodgy spreadsheets, they now write screenplays and edit flashy videos (if the ads are to be believed). But there's almost no material documenting the opposite experience. Most of the personal switching-to-Windows stories are many years out of date and center around now-obsolete "But you can't play games and none of your software will work!" arguments.

So, here are the top five things an Apple fanboy learned from two months using Windows.

Ten ways Windows 8 outshines the iPad

Windows 8 is now available for anyone to download, and it already shows a ton of potential. In fact, Microsoft’s bold new OS, which reminds us a lot of Windows Phone, outshines the iPad in some key areas. Granted, there were things we didn’t like in our Windows 8 Consumer Preview – — and the iPad 3 or iPad HD is just around the corner– — but there’s no question that Apple will soon have a real fight on its hands. Here are the top 10 ways Windows 8 is better than the iPad right now.

Windows 8 launches in preview mode

Windows 8, the latest operating system from Microsoft, is available this week as a Consumer Preview. 

Say hi to the Raspberry Pi, the $35 computer

Programmers are battling for the chance to play with the Raspberry Pi – a computer that looks more like a chip. Who can say no to that $35 price tag?

Apple unleashes Mac OS X Mountain Lion

Mac OS Mountain Lion takes ideas from the iPhone and iPad. Apple released a developer preview of the new Mountain Lion software Thursday.

EU approves Google's $12.5B Motorola Mobility acquisition

EU Competition Commissioner Joaquin Almunia said in a statement Monday that regulators didn't believe the transaction itself raised any competitive problems.

10 most intriguing tablets of 2012

From the inevitable iPad 3 to the mysterious Google Nexus tablet, here are the 10 tablets to watch in 2012.

Windows 8 preview launch set for late February: Microsoft

Microsoft will take the wraps off a "consumer preview" version of its Windows 8 OS at an event in Spain later this month. 

Windows 8: Is Microsoft really ditching the Windows Start button?

Seen the latest Windows 8 draft? The Start button, a fixture in Windows since 1995, got the axe as Microsoft attempts major OS overhaul.

Windows phone: Nokia makes big leap with Lumia 900 (video)

Windows phone from Nokia is its best in years. By replacing its own OS with the Windows Phone OS, the Nokia Lumia 900 has vastly improved feel.

The most expensive items on Amazon

We went through each of Amazon's departments looking for the most expensive item. Here's what we found. 

Samsung Galaxy Nexus hits Verizon. Spoiler alert: It's pretty great.

Samsung Galaxy Nexus, the first smartphone to run Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, arrives in the US this week. 

Android reigns supreme, but app developers still prefer iPhone

For a year now, iPads and iPhones have been outnumbered by tablets and phones running Android. But developers still flock to Apple's platform. Here's why.

Android remains top target for malware: report

The Android operating system is under assault. By comparison, Apple's iOS is in pretty good shape. 

Android Ice Cream Sandwich: As tasty as we hoped?

Google took the wraps off Android Ice Cream Sandwich this week. How will stand up to iOS 5 and Microsoft's Mango?

Galaxy Nexus, Android 4 'Ice Cream Sandwich' revealed

Google unveiled Android 4.0 'Ice Cream Sandwich' as Samsung showed off the Galaxy Nexus, the first Android 4 handset. With the just-announced Droid RAZR, Android enthusiasts have lots to get excited about.

BlackBerry BBX platform introduced by RIM

The BlackBerry BBX will appear on RIM phones and tablets beginning in 2012, RIM reps said Tuesday.