Ballmer would use 2-in-1 device challenge iPad

July 1, according to foreign media reports, the configuration is based on a hybrid cloud management systems Windows 8.1 PC manufacturers eager to show the world that you really do not need to carry the iPad. Latest Windows 8.1 Hybrid Cloud platform will eventually expose the essence of the iPad is a tablet computer just do?

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer (Steve Ballmer) Build Developers Conference this week, said the new Windows 8.1 Deformation will challenge iPad, and proved just a Tablet PC iPad.

According to reports, Microsoft hybrid cloud management, also known as "combo." In his keynote speech, Ballmer cited Lenovo ThinkPad Helix has been utilized as a "combo" examples.

Lenovo Helix configuration of the mainstream Core i5 processor and a 1,920 x1, 080 resolution 11.6-inch display. It can be used as a simple tablet, you can also configure a dedicated keyboard to become a complete laptop.

This is actually the idea of building Ballmer. Windows 8.1 device is a significant advantage over Apple's tablet PC, consumers only need a hybrid cloud platform, rather than two separate devices.

Ballmer also said that there will be more such as Lenovo Helix "Combo" device is ready to launch, including Intel's battery, Haswell CPU architecture and the Bay Trail processors.

This is all very nice, except for Apple iPad 5 is also coming soon. 9.7 inches capacitive screen, 2,048 x1, 536 resolution, iOS 7 operating system, the market is expected to iPad 5 will be more light, more motivated.

Meanwhile, Ballmer said, More like ThinkPad Helix "2-in-1 device," forthcoming, these products will use more energy-efficient Intel Haswell and Bay Trail processors.

At the same time, there is a third-party keyboard booming market, the iPad into a quasi-laptop.

Next is a new generation of mini iPad, which may be more popular. Not to mention the 2013 acclaimed MacBook Air, Microsoft is currently no indication that notebook sales super close to MacBook Air.

Ballmer really correct? Such systems running Windows 8.1 combo device will guide consumers away from the next generation iPad, and even allow them to abandon MacBooks?
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Microsoft says Windows Blue to help PC users a smooth transition

Microsoft Windows chief marketing officer and CFO Tammy Lerner, today accepted an exclusive interview with U.S. tech site TheNextWeb writer Alex Wilhelm. In the interview, he confirmed that Microsoft will launch this year Code "Windows Blue," the new Windows 8 upgrade, it will help "in transition" PC users to adapt to the new operating system, create new opportunities for the Microsoft ecosystem.

The Win8 granted billions of dollars

Windows 8 current license sales have exceeded 100 million copies. Microsoft says Windows 8 the number of licenses as of early January this year, 60 million copies. Lerner said the "vast majority" of the 40 million new licenses, together with the new PC shipments, after the end of the last upgrade, Microsoft has stopped on the promotion of Windows 8.

In fact, 100 million copies of the authorized number is not surprising. Before in the Majorelle accept TNW interview, I had in January and the end of April, the market share data comparison, and to make inferences based on early sales data, the final estimates that day in May 1, Windows 8 sales reached 95 million copies . Microsoft also announced today that its cloud storage service SkyDrive number of active users has exceeded 250 million.

Windows Blue upcoming release, and Windows 8 also really need this upgrade. Microsoft Windows 8 high hopes, but it is still an elusive operating system, some of the new user interface factors difficult to achieve perfectly compatible; This not only brings friction, also let the user know what to do.

To help PC users transition

According to the Majorelle estimates, Windows Blue "will continue the vision of Windows 8," "In order to solve the problem of user feedback." In addition, Windows Blue will help in a transition period "PC users, the transition to the new operating system. Microsoft's so-called "new user" should be referring to those who have not used in a touch environment of Windows 8 users.

As we all know, Windows 8 combined with touch technology, its performance can be further demonstrated fullest. Mouse and keyboard environment, or in a non-touch laptop, "Start" screen is difficult to operate. Lerner said, "all the creative passed through the mainstream media, have been considered in advance."

Microsoft is closely watching the reaction of the users of Windows 8. The Windows Blue shoulder Another important mission is to help users better understand the "learning curve" has confused many people. Lerner said, Windows 8 will help the user to accept the new operating system more quickly. "

Microsoft said that, since the release of Windows 8, 793 upgrade, this figure make it feel more proud. Although I do not know how Microsoft is calculated this figure, but Microsoft apparently want to allow users to understand that it is real-time action to improve its operating system. Finally, Lerner expressly Windows Blue is not a Windows 8 upgrade "the end". Lerner also confirmed the Windows Blue will be released in 2013.

Provide more choices

The Windows Blue will have a "skills": provide more equipment selection. In other words, Windows 8 eyeing the low-end market, a 7-inch and 8-inch device. How many of these devices cost? I estimate that the price will publish them in the $ 300 range, similar to the price of the Apple iPad Mini.

I estimate that over time, the price will be a modest decline, but the rate will not be too big; Windows 8 has become a burden for OEM (original equipment manufacturer). As far as I know, Microsoft certainly in the development of the next generation of Surface - Majorelle naturally not told me the news in this regard - but there are indications that Microsoft is not currently in the development of size smaller devices.

Lerner said in an interview, "consumer touch features of Windows 8 very satisfied" In view of this, Microsoft decided to launch more support for touch devices. Microsoft said "consumer Surface hardware performance has always been very satisfied" with the new hardware, but still need to be supplemented, "Surface and touch capabilities too little compatibility" need "further enhance".

Lerner pointed out that Microsoft must improve sales experience to help consumers buy the right equipment. Obviously, this approach is right, supporters, Microsoft is committed to solve the problem of repeated criticism sales channels, is indeed exciting thing.

The Win8 Application surge in the number of

Microsoft Surface Tablet PC is still large-scale investment, this device at the same time expanding into new markets have the "confidence"; if we think that Microsoft's entry into the OEM's time is too short, it would be wrong. Majorelle Surface Pro each landing a new market, a surge in sales will continue to Surface product line impetus.

From a strategic perspective, Microsoft is seeking to narrow the difference between the touch and non-touch devices, so those accustomed to budget-conscious consumers willing to buy support for touch system, not just Windows 8 experience. Today, there are about 2400 system for Windows 8 certification, where "a large portion" is touch devices. Windows 8 the number of applications is six times that of the time of publication, the Windows Store application downloads to reach 250 million, exceeded 537 million visits.

Overall, Windows 8 performance in line with our expectations, similar to any other version of Windows. Microsoft has apparently realized that Windows 8 Problems and deficiencies, and concentrate to be addressed. In fact, Blue upgrade like a "shot in the arm, designed to further improve the Windows 8 features, to enhance its sales in the Christmas holidays.
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IDC said the blame fell 14% Windows 8 in the first quarter, PC

International reported: IDC today released a report that, in the first quarter of this year, global PC shipments fell 14%, far exceeding the previous 7.7% decline is expected, while a record the biggest drop since 1994.

 

Another research firm Gartner released a report claimed that global PC Dell Latitude D830 Battery shipments fell 11% in the first quarter of this year, shipments fell below the 80 million mark for the first time, marking the lowest level since the second quarter of 2009.

IDC and Gartner report shows that in the first quarter of this year, despite the economic situation has improved in some areas, but the PC shipment volume in all regions suffered decline.

The IDC report, Microsoft launched Windows 8 system had been high hopes, the industry hope that the system is able to enhance the PC market, but it did not, in fact, Windows 8 impede the development of the PC market. Since the majority of Windows 8 devices using the touch screen, resulting in high cost, and often the component shortages, PC manufacturers want membership Windows 8 to promote innovative initiatives consumption but was regarded as "clumsy and expensive".

IDC analyst Bob O'Donnell said, "Although some consumers to enjoy Windows 8 touch power and some other new features, but its completely change the user interface, the replacement of the familiar (Bob O'Donnell) the start button, and the costs associated with the touch function, but its replacement products - compete with dedicated tablet PCs Dell Studio 1535 battery and other devices, making this computer products less attractive. would like to take Windows 8 to help revive the PC market forward , Microsoft will have to make some very difficult decisions. "

IDC report shows that all PC shipments decreased in the United States and the Asia-Pacific region (excluding Japan) market year-on-year decline of 13%; Europe, Middle East and Africa region, PC shipments slump double-digit year-on-year decline in the percentage of the Japanese market decline.Dell MT264 battery

Samsung Galaxy S4 evaluation: many new features, but flashy

Samsung Galaxy S4 technology news site Gizmodo recently started evaluation. The site that the the Galaxy S4 design is the same as the previous generation, people feel outdated and boring. Continue to adopt the plastic housing, but also to the Galaxy S4 feel very cheap. Samsung Galaxy S4 add a large number of functions such as Smart Scroll and touch suspended, but these features may seem innovative, actually flashy, consumers may never actually use.

The following summary of the evaluation:

Various spy and after the first leak, the Samsung Galaxy S4 finally officially released. Galaxy S3 since last year's release since become the world's most popular Android phones, selling more than 40 million. Galaxy S4 ability to obtain excellent results predecessors? Samsung Can you give us an amazing feeling to advance into the future?

This morning to get the S4 real machine, after some evaluation, we concluded, Galaxy S4 is perhaps not the phone that you've always wanted.

Design

Get the Galaxy S4, the first thing you will notice that it looks exactly like the Galaxy S3. The S4's screen size upgrade from the previous generation 4.8-inch to 5 inches, but actually in his hand feel smaller. The the Galaxy S4 measurements size 140.1x71.8x7.7mm, slightly narrower and thinner than the S3, but only a little bit high, the weight has also been reduced. Samsung has been able to do this, because the Galaxy S4 with a narrow border design. In general, the basic shape of the Galaxy S4 Galaxy S3.

Samsung Galaxy S3 impressive sales, so Samsung S3's design can be understood in S4 follows. But to be honest, the same design once again appeared in 2013 on the new machine, it is inevitable to feel stale, outdated and boring. The Galaxy S3 plastic rear case feel very cheap, and this feeling is further amplified in S4, compared especially with competitors anodized metal fashion after the shell. Samsung Galaxy S4 no innovation in terms of appearance, that I do not have the heart to excellent phone on HTC One other exterior design with contrast.

Hardware

Although the appearance of design in general, but at least 5 inches Full HD Super AMOLED display great effect. This is a resolution up to 1080P display, PPI reached 441. In fact, the phone's screen display is very clear, and you completely with the naked eye can not distinguish between a pixel. The color display is also very lively, especially green and blue, but this is mainly because the AMOLED screen compared with other display technologies will generally bluish. Black display is very good, the brightness of the screen is bright enough, even in the sun to see the display.

The Galaxy S4 will be equipped with 2G memory and 2600mAh battery storage capacity has 16G, 32G and 64G three options. The phone also has a micro SD card slot, users can expand the storage capacity. Of course, it also supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and NFC functionality. 13 megapixel rear camera, front camera is 2.0 megapixel and supports 720P video chat. Galaxy S4 will also support the highest rate 100/50Mbps the LTE network. It also equipped with the Exynos 5410 Octa eight-core processor, equipped with PowerVR SGX 544 graphics core.
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The Notebook Battery Maintenance Mode

Notebook battery maintenance way. . . . What use is a laptop battery maintenance of the taboo? The notebook maintenance in battery in the end want to pull out the books, pull out how to do if a power outage?Dell Y9943 Battery maintenance of good words can use up to how long? See below.

         Dell FK890 Battery a long time, it is often sufficient dissatisfaction, or even show damage, it is necessary to pay attention when in use some maintenance tips: regardless of your notebook uses lithium laptop battery or nickel-metal hydride batteries, as far as possible to the battery charge basic then charge as possible (less than 5% of the electricity), this is the best way to avoid the memory effect. In fact, the lithium-ion batteries also have a certain memory effect, much smaller than the nickel-metal hydride batteries just nothing. However, the need to pay attention to charge, try to avoid too long, the general control within 12 hours.

Laptop battery battery longevity than by the total use of time, but by the charge and discharge times to decide. Here is the importance of maintenance of the notebook. If you always installed the Dell Latitude D630 Battery into the notebook and not taken down, even if you turn off the machine and remove the AC power, the battery would not like to imagine as has remained fully charged state. Notebook batteries due to the integrated control circuit in the battery, so that even when the power shut down your computer also power consumption. As one connected to AC power, the battery will start charging, whenever power on or off, your laptop battery will be repeated charge and discharge affect battery life.

To do this, use the AC external power supply is best to unplug the Dell Inspiron 9400 Battery or notebook battery in a fever state for a long period of time to impact their life. Maintenance battery unused for long periods, charge and discharge at least two months time, in order to guarantee its activity. In the custody of the battery, there is a need to pay attention to the problem. Currently, most laptops use lithium-ion battery for long periods of time used, often prone to the phenomenon of excessive discharge, may no longer notebook battery charge. In order to prevent excessive discharge in the semi-state-of-charge to save it in a cool, dry place, and then once every six months, then power charge to half the state.

In addition, factors affect the Dell Studio 1535 battery  life of the books, including the use of environmental temperature (recommended for use below 30 ℃), battery storage temperature suffered shock size battery. Notebook battery will be in use for a period of time after the aging (how maintenance is the same), the specific expression of the resistance, when both ends of the charging voltage rises faster, so easy to charge control circuit is judged to have been filled with capacity natural decline. Notebook battery calibration is an effective way to deal with aging batteries, a few laptop will have a dedicated battery calibration software. If your laptop does not have a dedicated discharge software, then the battery can follow the steps for maintenance:

● screen saver is disabled;
● In the Windows Power Management power scheme will be set to "always open";
● Alert tab will "low battery alarm" is set to 10%, the operation is set to "no operation";
● "a serious power shortage alert," set to 3%, operating as "waiting";
● the screen brightness set to maximum;
● Make sure all windows are closed, and to save the data of all previous work;
● Make sure the battery is charging more than 80% after unplug the power and all external devices.

Discharge end of the notebook will automatically shut down after the power plug for laptop charging, this process can be repeated 2 to 3 times, the purpose is to let the battery current discharge, which discharge state in our daily use is impossible to achieve , the effect of those dedicated discharge software.

Q: What kind of laptop can provide longer battery life?

DELL engineer A: The only value the low frequency of the CPU is the wrong choice ideas, LCD and other parts of the carefully selected to achieve energy saving, and the CPU can the applications dynamically adjust frequency and therefore can not blindly valued "ULV. In contrast, the mainstream Centrino notebook performance configuration of large-capacity Dell xps m1530 battery , if conditions allow, it is recommended that the best can be equipped with a second battery at the same time use. Usually with general battery out when using the original battery. In fact, buy a piece of notebook battery is not very expensive, you can find those manufactured specifically to help brand manufacturers purchase. Those manufacturers because there is no brand pressure, so the price is generally less than.