Why Microsoft might give Windows RT and Windows Phone away for free

Follow:   12.13.2013  View in a Browser Why Microsoft might give Windows RT and Windows Phone away for free 12.12.2013 2:59 PM Maybe it's desperate, maybe it's disruptive, but nixing licensing fees for Windows Phone and Windows RT could encourage greater adoption of those platforms among hardware vendors. Whether it'll work is anyone's guess. North Korea embarks on Internet purge of executed official 12.13.2013 10:25 AM State-run websites have removed references to Jang Song Thaek, who was executed Thursday -ADVERTISEMENT-   PCWorld Superguides Check our Guides packed with practical how-tos, in-depth features, tips and tricks, and more! Security on PCWorld Our award-winning editors keep you up to date   5 fab phones that rocked our socks in 2013 12.13.2013 3:30 AM If you're looking to buy a new phone, these should be at the top of your list. Microsoft joins group seeking to replace passwords 12.13.2013 6:50 AM The FIDO Alliance, which now counts Microsoft as a member, envisions a system where users can interact with an online service without surrendering personal details. FCC moves toward in-flight mobile use; Transportation may ban voice calls 12.12.2013 2:12 PM While the FCC is moving forward with a plan to let airlines allow the use of mobile phones on flights, the Transportation Secretary wonders if in-flight voice calls are "fair to consumers." The best gear for gamers: Buy this and frag happy 12.13.2013 3:00 AM Console gamer, PC gamer, or somewhere in between? There's something shiny here for all tastes and budgets. Qualcomm will promote COO to replace Paul Jacobs as CEO 12.13.2013 8:14 AM The move comes hours after reports that Microsoft was considering Qualcomm COO Steve Mollenkopf as a possible replacement for Steve Ballmer. Blocked! User outrage spurs Twitter to reverse policy change 12.13.2013 7:13 AM Twitter on Thursday faced a wave of backlash after it changed its blocking policies. The company quickly backtracked. Google's new Tips site helps you dig deeper into Android, Gmail, Chrome, and more 12.13.2013 8:13 AM They're handy, but beware: Google Tips' helpful tidbits also encourage you to share even more personal information with the advertising giant. The Kardashians hint at marketing potential for Instagram's messenger 12.13.2013 6:19 AM Instagram Direct could help some brands boost their engagement, as a pack of inescapable reality TV stars proved. EFF criticizes Google for removing 'vital privacy feature' with Android 4.4.2 12.13.2013 9:10 AM The new Android update disables a feature that allowed users to revoke permissions for installed apps. Hacker gets 18 months for peddling computer access to U.S. national security lab 12.12.2013 11:45 AM The man offered to sell an undercover FBI agent entry to Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory supercomputers.       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