How a modern Microsoft Bob could beat Siri and Google Now

Follow:   07.26.2013  View in a Browser How a modern Microsoft Bob could beat Siri and Google Now 07.25.2013 3:00 AM While Google Now guesses and Siri talks back, Microsoft envisions its Bing search engine operating quietly in the background. Chrome App Launcher: Google's backdoor into the offline world 07.19.2013 3:03 PM It's a trap! The new Chrome App Launcher for Windows may look like a Googlefied Start Button, but that's what makes it so powerful. -ADVERTISEMENT-   Windows 8 Starter Guide Start learning Windows 8 Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 »See what we think about it. »Check its price.   Unwrapped: A first look at Chrome's packaged apps 07.25.2013 3:30 AM Offline? Sure. Local? Yes. Chrome packaged apps bring many gifts for users and developers. We explore them via UberConference, an early arrival in the Web Store. How to overclock your new Haswell CPU like a pro 07.22.2013 3:00 AM Reap some amazing performance improvements from your hot new Haswell processor for free. Man the lifeboats! The Surface RTitanic is sinking fast 07.19.2013 5:14 AM Microsoft's message seems to be: yes, while our low-end Surface RT tablet stinks, it doesn't stink as much as it used to. Meanwhile, as many as 6 million Surface RTs sit idle. Inside e-ployment: Online staffing services put temporary labor within reach of small businesses 07.23.2013 3:00 AM Need staffing for a few days, an entire project, or even permanently? Online employment services offer thousands of virtual or onsite prospects, with varying levels of pre-screening and management. This is your home theater PC on Windows 8 07.19.2013 3:30 AM Windows 8's modern interface translates surprisingly well to the TV screen, but some key software omissions could hurt HTPC buffs. It's a WiDi shootout! Actiontec's ScreenBeam Pro vs. Netgear's Push2TV 07.22.2013 3:30 AM These tiny devices let you stream high-def video from a notebook, tablet, or smartphoneassuming they work. Push your PC's productivity with better, faster gear 07.23.2013 3:30 AM A fast SSD drive, USB 3.0 ports, or real ethernet networking could be all you and your PC need to be more productive. Essential networking tips for small business 07.24.2013 3:30 AM Stay connected and productive with dual-band routers, personal cloud storage, and more. 11 indie games you must play 07.24.2013 3:00 AM Monsters. Mayhem. Mind-blowing graphics. The best indie titles make big-name games look downright klunky. 10 strategy games that will sharpen your tactics 07.19.2013 3:00 AM Lead an army into battle. Build a civilization from scratch. These absorbing, complex games could make your hard day look easier.       You are subscribed to this newsletter as: messi1927@gmail.com More PCWorld Newsletters / Manage Subscriptions / Unsubscribe IDG Consumer & SMB Privacy Policy © 2012 IDGCSMB, 501 2nd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107