Hi there! We have got 2 new segments and 2 new computers (see Windows Software Lab). So, we have new developer machines, and very new W8-optimized computers. See the rest of the article on Windows Software Lab. Bye!
Friday, May 17, 2013
Sunday, April 14, 2013
It's alive (and development is also live)
The injection of life was injected into the Windows Software Lab earlier today. Now, I'm happy to announce this blog has got it too. We are now starting development on WP8. We're going to create Burnout Lens. It's a lens for the WP8 camera. So, here is our poll.
What game for W8 do you want us to review:
A: Drift Mania Championship 2
B: Galactic Reign
The staff is just the same as the Windows Software Lab.
What game for W8 do you want us to review:
A: Drift Mania Championship 2
B: Galactic Reign
The staff is just the same as the Windows Software Lab.
Monday, October 29, 2012
Microsoft Surface RT Review
This is the Microsoft Surface Review.
Portability:
It's a very portable machine. Only a tad bit thicker than the latest iPad models (not including the iPad Mini), it's a very portable machine. The Touch Cover only adds a little bit more thickness but otherwise, fine. You can easily take it on the go. In fact, I'll be taking it to my upcoming New Zealand trip!
Durability:
Durable enough to resist being thrown around by the force of gravity in your bag, the VaporMg casing protects the unit from drops and falls (not including the ultra-damaging screen face-down drop). The Gorilla Glass 2 protects the display from cracking (same on Galaxy S III) and the Touch Cover offers the final stage of protection. The 3-step protection procedure gets into action every time it falls/drops.
Performance:
The RT model's architecture may be small, but it's a beast to productivity. The animations are crystal clear, thanks to the ClearType display and Windows RT. To ensure the motherboard is intact, the 3-step protection gets into action to protect it. (mentioned in "Durability" above this), so when you get to your destination, your device will retain the same performance when you started. It's such a safety feature :).
Connectivity:
The front-facing camera is not what you think. It's a "door" to the social networking world. It connects you to Skype, Facebook and other chat services that I didn't mention. The microphone is located at the back, at the right of the camera. It's kinda hard to access it (it's only meant for taking videos). There is no Ethernet/RJ-45 port and only 1 USB port (please use a USB hub).
Final Impression:
A great machine with the most effort into it. It had 3 years of testing (in secret) and the Touch Cover was made out of pressure sensors and plastic. They just renamed the original tabletop Surface the PixelSense. Anyway, good effort on making this machine, Microsoft.
Portability:
It's a very portable machine. Only a tad bit thicker than the latest iPad models (not including the iPad Mini), it's a very portable machine. The Touch Cover only adds a little bit more thickness but otherwise, fine. You can easily take it on the go. In fact, I'll be taking it to my upcoming New Zealand trip!
Durability:
Durable enough to resist being thrown around by the force of gravity in your bag, the VaporMg casing protects the unit from drops and falls (not including the ultra-damaging screen face-down drop). The Gorilla Glass 2 protects the display from cracking (same on Galaxy S III) and the Touch Cover offers the final stage of protection. The 3-step protection procedure gets into action every time it falls/drops.
Performance:
The RT model's architecture may be small, but it's a beast to productivity. The animations are crystal clear, thanks to the ClearType display and Windows RT. To ensure the motherboard is intact, the 3-step protection gets into action to protect it. (mentioned in "Durability" above this), so when you get to your destination, your device will retain the same performance when you started. It's such a safety feature :).
Connectivity:
The front-facing camera is not what you think. It's a "door" to the social networking world. It connects you to Skype, Facebook and other chat services that I didn't mention. The microphone is located at the back, at the right of the camera. It's kinda hard to access it (it's only meant for taking videos). There is no Ethernet/RJ-45 port and only 1 USB port (please use a USB hub).
Final Impression:
A great machine with the most effort into it. It had 3 years of testing (in secret) and the Touch Cover was made out of pressure sensors and plastic. They just renamed the original tabletop Surface the PixelSense. Anyway, good effort on making this machine, Microsoft.
Must Have Apps for Windows RT and 8
This is the MUST HAVE APPS LIST for Windows RT and 8.
1. YouTube+
2. Xbox SmartGlass
3. Physamajig
4. Fresh Paint
5. Amazon Kindle
6. Photobucket
7. Shuriken Ninja
8. NBC News
9. Wordament
10. Flow Free
11. iCookBook
12. Tube Downloader
13. Doodle God Free
14. Angry Birds Space
1. YouTube+
2. Xbox SmartGlass
3. Physamajig
4. Fresh Paint
5. Amazon Kindle
6. Photobucket
7. Shuriken Ninja
8. NBC News
9. Wordament
10. Flow Free
11. iCookBook
12. Tube Downloader
13. Doodle God Free
14. Angry Birds Space
Friday, September 14, 2012
The secret in this blog:
We have been editing for days and days until the day has come. This is the day that this blog's secrets will be revealed in all their glory. 2 OS's will be revealed to all of you guys who are viewing this post right now. 2 OS's not only revealed by me, but created by the world. By the world, I mean Microsoft. By the other part of the world, I mean the developers. These OS's are exactly the same, but 1 is small and 1 is big.
Tune in tomorrow to see it! 2 videos on my channel will be revealed on my channel, adriangen1 in all their glory.
So remember, stay tuned in to my channel!
Tune in tomorrow to see it! 2 videos on my channel will be revealed on my channel, adriangen1 in all their glory.
So remember, stay tuned in to my channel!
Friday, August 31, 2012
RTM is fresh out!
The Windows 8 RTM (the final version) is out! You will need a Windows Live ID (if you don't have one, sign up for one by clicking this link https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?lic=1)
Okay, let's get started.
HOW TO INSTALL:
You will need a Windows 8 disc box (comes in 3 editions which are Pro, Normal and Enterprise)
A computer
An external DVD drive (netbooks, ultrabooks and ultraportable laptops)
1. Backup your files.
2. Insert the DVD disc (64-bit or 32-bit) in your computer/external DVD drive.
3. Shut down your computer and press F12 (or FN + F12, depending on your computer) at the BIOS screen.
4. Select the DVD drive (if you have the external DVD drive, select the USB)
5. Run through Setup.
6. Enter your Live ID and you're good to go.
7. Recover your backup from the DVD/external hard drive you made in step 1.
8. Install your stuff (except Adobe Reader, because you have the Metro PDF reader)
Done!
You can get it now for MSDN subscribers. (if you want to subscribe, you will need a Live ID)
If you want to subscribe, just search for MSDN and some instructions.
Okay, let's get started.
HOW TO INSTALL:
You will need a Windows 8 disc box (comes in 3 editions which are Pro, Normal and Enterprise)
A computer
An external DVD drive (netbooks, ultrabooks and ultraportable laptops)
1. Backup your files.
2. Insert the DVD disc (64-bit or 32-bit) in your computer/external DVD drive.
3. Shut down your computer and press F12 (or FN + F12, depending on your computer) at the BIOS screen.
4. Select the DVD drive (if you have the external DVD drive, select the USB)
5. Run through Setup.
6. Enter your Live ID and you're good to go.
7. Recover your backup from the DVD/external hard drive you made in step 1.
8. Install your stuff (except Adobe Reader, because you have the Metro PDF reader)
Done!
You can get it now for MSDN subscribers. (if you want to subscribe, you will need a Live ID)
If you want to subscribe, just search for MSDN and some instructions.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Links to Windows 8 Release Preview:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-PH/windows-8/iso
Find out more at the Windows Software Lab.
-Adrian
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-PH/windows-8/iso
Find out more at the Windows Software Lab.
-Adrian
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