It’s been about 3.5 years since my last post on this personal blog site. When I first launched my blog, it’s primary focus was on technology interests as an employee working for Microsoft. Since the last post, my position has changed (from a Windows Technical Architect to a Surface Solutions Specialist) and the means by... Continue Reading →
My First Windows Phone Game – Factory Frenzy
Late last night, I published my very first Windows Phone Game to the Windows Phone Store. It is available for Windows Phone 8.0 and Windows Phone 8.1 devices in over 140 countries. I’ve personally tested the game on 3 Windows Phone Devices (not just the emulator) - Nokia Lumia 520, 1020, and 1520. My next... Continue Reading →
Windows Azure… the Power behind the Winter Olympics
I love seeing the Windows Azure stories come to life… is there anything bigger than the Winter Olympics? NBC Olympics, a division of the NBC Sports Group, and Microsoft announced that Windows Azure Media Services is being used to publish and stream all 98 events of the 2014 Sochi Winter Games, through Feb. 23. Watch... Continue Reading →
Windows 8 crosses 200 million licenses sold
This is a quick post. My apologies for being gone for so long... so much has been happening lately. I want to quickly check in as it is being reported that Windows 8 has sold more than 200 million licenses. This is another huge milestone. There have been many things that have transpired over the... Continue Reading →
Thanks Google–Using My Picture?
The Verge: Google will start using your picture to sell products to friends Source Google users will soon find themselves unwittingly advertising products for the company, thanks to a massive change Google is making to its terms of service. First reported by the New York Times, the change categorizes a user's follows, comments, and +1s... Continue Reading →
Device Demo Showcase
Details coming soon…
Surface 2 Launch Event
Unfortunately, I was away today so I haven’t had a chance to put together a post on the new Surface 2. Until then, if you would like to watch the Surface 2 Launch Event On-Demand, you can watch the 1 hour 5 minutes video here. I would love to hear your thoughts.
Microsoft’s Buyback Program
Are you wishing you can trade in your old iPad, iPhone or other device to a new Windows Phone or Tablet? GOOD NEWS… Microsoft is giving you up to $350* towards your older technology. To see details and “how to,” go to Microsoft’s Corporate Buyback Program. (pic from website) *Your Trade Up value is subject... Continue Reading →
Microsoft to acquire Nokia
Today, Microsoft announced its plans to acquire Nokia’s Devices and Services businesses including key patents. You can read all about it from Microsoft’s News Center. There will be more to share… the press conference is currently live at this moment. Microsoft and Nokia Partnership This acquisition stems from a strong partnership that has been... Continue Reading →
Ballmer to retire within 12 months
I have nothing more to say on this outside of the official press announcement, except that I’m a big fan of Steve Ballmer (and Bill Gates). I’ve been with Microsoft for over 12.5 years. I always viewed it was my destiny to work for this great company. Microsoft was founded in 1975… the year I... Continue Reading →
