Windows Phone 7, Smartphones/Tablets


Skype Buys Microsoft BizSpark Partner, Mobile Messaging Company GroupMe

Microsoft BizSpark partner GroupMe is being acquired by Skype, a major provider of global videoconferencing and voice communication services. Skype is itself in the process of being acquired by Microsoft for $8.5 billion.

Judge Rejects Google's Complaint Against Microsoft in Android Case

A judge has rebuffed Google's attempt to disqualify an expert witness in the legal battle between Microsoft and Motorola over Android's use, saying that Google had not documented its claims.

Google To Acquire Motorola Mobility for $12.5 Billion

In a stunning move that could upend the smartphone market, Google today said it will acquire phone handset maker Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc. for $12.5 billion in cash.

Google Accuses Microsoft of Improperly Sharing Android Code

The ongoing feud between Microsoft and Google over the Google-backed Android mobile OS continued this week.

Ex-Microsoft Mobile Engineer Goes to Skype Competitor

Rebtel, the No. 2 VoIP company in the world behind Skype in terms of revenue, has named former Microsoft mobile engineer Daniel Forsman to its executive ranks.

Motorola 'Open' to Smartphone Partnership with Microsoft

A deal with Microsoft to put Windows on Motorola's mobile devices is not out of the question, according to a top Motorola executive on Tuesday.

Windows Phone 7 Falls Behind Samsung Bada in Latest Share Numbers

Smartphones are on a rising tide, but the Windows Phone 7 boat isn't getting a lift.

Microsoft, Google Trade Verbal Blows over Android 'Attacks'

Two Microsoft executives have stepped forward to refute Google's contention that Microsoft and other companies have made a concerted effort to "attack" the Android mobile OS.

Google: Android Lawsuits Part of 'Hostile' Campaign by Microsoft, Others

According to Google's senior vice president and chief legal officer David Drummond, Android is under attack from intellectual property lawyers at Microsoft, Apple and Oracle.

Microsoft Rolls Out Windows Phone 7 'Mango' to OEM Partners (UPDATED)

The Windows Phone 7 "Mango" update has officially hit the release-to-manufacturing (RTM) stage.

Mundie: Microsoft's Avatar Kinect Has Future in Telepresence (UPDATED)

Will business meetings one day use Microsoft's Avatar Kinect? According to Craig Mundie, head of Microsoft Research and the company's chief research and strategy officer, it's a distinct possibility.

With Wistron, Microsoft Strikes Fourth Android Deal in 9 Days

Microsoft has inked yet another intellectual property (IP) deal relating to the use of the open source Android mobile OS.

Microsoft Inks Two More Android IP Deals

On the heels of Monday's licensing agreement with General Dynamics Itronix, Microsoft has inked two more intellectual property (IP) licensing deals relating to use of the Android mobile OS.

Why 'Mango' Matters

There are three reasons why Windows Phone "Mango" will finally move the needle for Microsoft in the smartphone market.

Microsoft Enters Royalty Deal with Android Device Maker

Microsoft has scored another legal win against the Linux-based Android mobile OS, announcing on Monday that it has entered a deal with General Dynamics Itronix.

3 Game Changers in Windows Phone 'Mango'

WEB EXCLUSIVE: The cards have been stacked against Windows Phone 7 since the outset. Will Mango be enough to swing the smartphone game to Microsoft's favor?

Gartner Lowers PC Growth Forecast to Under 10 Percent

Market research firm Gartner has lowered its 2011 forecast for PC shipment growth due to shifts in consumer spending and the rising popularity of other portable computing devices, such as tablets.

Microsoft Gets Upper Hand Against Motorola in Android Patent Suit

Microsoft is making headway in its patent infringement lawsuit against Motorola pertaining to the Android mobile operating system.

Microsoft Demos 'Windows 8' at D9 Conference

Microsoft showed off "Windows 8," the codename for its newest operating system, on Wednesday evening at the D9 Conference, which took place this week in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.

Microsoft Partners Rave About 'Windows 8' Interface

WEB EXCLUSVE: Despite some worries about how Windows 8's "touch focus" will appeal to desktop users, partners are calling the new OS something few Microsoft products have ever been called: cool.