Topic: Steve Ballmer

How WTO membership made China the workshop of the world

China's entry into the World Trade Organization (WTO) a decade ago primed it for high-speed growth. Other countries have seen benefits as well – but say China has also become adept at getting around the rules.

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?

Windows Phone 'gets things done,' says Microsoft's Ballmer

Microsoft CEO Ballmer disses Android, gives props to Windows Phone (and the iPhone isn't bad, either).

Microsoft challenges competition with new phones, Windows 8 preview

In the second day of its Worldwide Partner Conference, Microsoft reveals new “Mango” handsets from Samsung and others. And new details about Windows 8 could raise excitement about Microsoft’s presence in the tablet market.

With Office 365, Microsoft says, hey, Google, get off of my 'cloud'

Office 365 puts documents in the 'cloud,' and Google Docs in its crosshairs.

Windows Phone deal is good news for Microsoft. But what about Nokia?

Windows Phone software will replace Symbian on all Nokia phones, reps for Nokia and Microsoft said today.

Hu Jintao bristles: Back off on Tibet and Taiwan

Chinese President Hu Jintao, addressing business leaders in Washington, said any US-China relationship must be based on mutual respect, calling Tibet and Taiwan core Chinese interests.

Is Kinect coming to Windows?

A Windows-compatible version of the popular Microsoft Kinect peripheral is reportedly in the works.

Windows tablet: Is Microsoft readying an iPad killer?

Windows tablets could be among the devices unveiled by Microsoft at next month's Consumer Electronics Show.

Doing good by doing well

Entrepreneurship inherently helps everyone by raising the overall economy and providing employment.

Smartphones: Is Windows 7 fighting a losing battle?

Smartphones with Windows 7 mobile operating system are designed to compete against Apple and Android. But some analysts are wondering whether Microsoft's smartphones strategy is swimming against the current.

Microsoft Slate will be available by Christmas: Ballmer

Microsoft Slate: A Microsoft slate to counter Apple's popular iPad tablet computer will be seen by the Christmas holiday.

Bing saw 16 percent increase in unique users since launch, Microsoft says

On the same day Microsoft launched its revamped Bing Maps, a Microsoft exec said traffic to Bing was growing steadily.

Bing benefits from increased retailer spending

On the eve of Black Friday, the retail sector has increased spending on ads featured by Microsoft's Bing search engine.

Windows 7 sees 'fantastic' sales numbers

Microsoft says Windows 7 has doubled early sales of XP. But is that a fair comparison?

Microsoft will not challenge Amazon Kindle for e-reader market

Sure, bring your books to Microsoft Reader software, Ballmer says. But no dice on an actual Microsoft e-reader.

Report: Rocky month for upstart Bing

Microsoft CEO Ballmer bullish on 'new economy'

Is Yahoo, Microsoft pact bad news for Google?

Bing continues to climb. What's Microsoft's target? (Hint: It's not Google.)

Intel, Dell sending mixed signals on tech recovery

For a moment, Bing edges ahead of Yahoo, but this race is far from over

The buzz on Bing

'Bing it?' Microsoft seeks search switchers