Category: Windows 8

Internal Survey Shows People Just Don’t Like Windows 8

We did a survey a while back on what people thought of Windows 8, and we could tell then and there that people did not like it one bit, but after more and more people have weighed in, we thought we’d reshare some stats. 43% of those surveyed disliked or extremely disliked Windows 8. 40% of people liked Windows 8. Another 17% thought it...

Surface Vs iPad (Video)

This “surface”d the other day. It’s a humorous parody of the difference between the advertising for Microsoft’s Surface and Apple’s iPad. It basically combines the two ads into one mega ad where they interact. It’s a funny video, but it does bring a real point. Apple’s ad strategy has won awards and acclaim for being some of the best in history. What many wonder...

Microsoft: “We’re Back” with Windows 8, Windows Phone 8 and Surface

We’ve done a lot of polling lately, and one of the things we asked you was “What do you think of Windows 8?” The split was pretty even for whether people liked it now, but 29% of you said that you believed Windows 8 is a step in the right direction. That’s just one step though; Microsoft has worked hard recently to reimagine their...

Why Windows 8 Sucks And Rules at The Same Time #Windows8

Windows 8 is garnering more attention than any Windows release since perhaps the original OS came out 26 years ago. Critics say Windows 8 is not built for computing, not powerful enough, and not easy to use. Fans love the new metro User interface, redesigned apps, and app store. Me? I agree with the both of them, and here’s why. As a non-touch operating...

Windows 8- Why Microsoft Screwed Up

Apple has built their company on ease of use. They thought usability was more important to the average user than more professional features. Over the past five years, they have turned the Mac into a more professional machine while maintaining that ease of use. Microsoft on the other hand has been building their platform for nerds and professionals from the start. Windows has been...