¿What is Surface Pro 3?

On Tuesday, Microsoft Corp. introduced Surface Pro 3 - the lightweight tablet that packs the power and performance you expect from a laptop.  Surface Pro 3 is a tablet and a laptop: multiple processor, RAM and storage options intersect with a sleek design that, with a simple snap or click, transform the device from a perfectly balanced tablet to a full-functioning laptop and back again - all in a beautiful package that is 30 percent thinner than an 11-inch MacBook Air. Its stunning 12-inch display and new, continuous kickstand provide the screen real estate and multiple viewing angles people need for work and play. And the new Surface Pen - completely redesigned with form and function in mind - delivers a precise, luxurious drawing and note-taking experience with a single click of the pen.

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Skype Community has 2 million registered users

Microsoft is proud to announce that the Skype Community has reached a new milestone of two million registered users."We are thrilled that two million people from around the world have joined us to ask and answer questions, share stories and talk about Skype", the company recently sjare in a blog post.

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Xbox One goes to China

Microsoft Corp. announced that in partnership with BesTV New Media Co., a subsidiary of Shanghai Media Group, Xbox One will launch into China in September of this year. The all-in-one games and entertainment system will be the first of its kind to launch in the country, creating mutual opportunities for developers in China to bring their creative content to life both at home and abroad. Xbox One will offer content such as games, entertainment, education and fitness experiences.

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Microsoft completes acquistion of Nokia Devices and Services business

Microsoft Corp. announced it has completed its acquisition of the Nokia Devices and Services business. The acquisition has been approved by Nokia shareholders and by governmental regulatory agencies around the world. The completion of the acquisition marks the first step in bringing these two organizations together as one team.

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Nokia Devices and Services acquisition will be closed on April, 25

Microsoft has completed the steps necessary to finalise the company’s acquisition of the Nokia Devices and Services business, with the transaction set to be complete on April 25. The completion of this acquisition follows several months of planning and will mark a key step on the journey towards integration. This acquisition will help Microsoft accelerate innovation and market adoption for Windows Phones.

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Microsoft and Motorola Solutions sign licensing agreement

Microsoft Corp. announced on Monday a patent licensing agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of communication solutions and services for enterprise and government customers. The license provides worldwide coverage under Microsoft’s patent portfolio for Motorola Solutions’ devices running the Android™ platform and Chrome OS™ operating system.

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At 12 million sold, ‘Minecraft’ one of the most successful Xbox 360 games ever

Mojang’s critically acclaimed "Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition" just crossed the 12 million sold mark – making it one of the most successful Xbox 360 games ever, reports Xbox Wire.

The "Minecraft" brain trust still has plenty of surprises in store for diehard "Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition" fans, including the April 18 release of the new Candy Texture Pack.

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