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Why you should consider getting a Surface 2 this week
8/25/2014 9:59:11 PM
This week, the Surface 2 is getting its price chopped by $100 officially, and even more if you opt for an official refurbished one. With Microsoft's sale, it brings the 32 GB version down to $349, and the refurbed at a very affordable $279 (while supplies last). Even the LTE-enabled style is discounted by $100, and it comes with 64 GB of internal storage.
So, with all the focus and hype on the Surface Pro 3, why should you even consider getting a Surface 2? Glad you asked because I have a few reasons.
What Facebook is about to do to your News Feed will SHOCK you!
8/25/2014 9:57:21 PM
Facebook, in a decision that could change the course of humanity as we know it, today announced that it's going to "reduce click-baiting headlines." That is, it's going to give less relevance to post with headlines like the one we used on this post, and instead give preference to headlines that actually give facts and allow the reader to choose whether to read the story.
Imagine that.
Grab a T-Mobile Lumia 635 for only $105 from Newegg Flash
8/25/2014 9:46:14 PM
If you're looking to score a deal on a Lumia 635 for T-Mobile then Newegg Flash might have just what you're looking for. Right now, if you head on over to their site, you find they're hosting a sale on the device and have it priced at only $105 with free shipping until Tuesday and after that it will disappear. Need a reminder of the specs before you jump in? No worries. We got you covered.
Refurbished Surface 2 now $279 through eBay
8/25/2014 8:18:56 PM
While Microsoft is offering a $100 discount off of a brand new Surface 2 through its stores, eBay is now offering a refurbished Surface 2 for just $279. At that price, you're getting the base 32 GB configuration. Compared to the recent sale that Microsoft is offering on the Surface 2, you're saving $70 for the refurbished unit.
Amazon will reportedly buy Twitch for over $1 billion [Update: It's official]
8/25/2014 8:06:13 PM
Update Twitch has now made the official announcement on their acquisition by Amazon via a post from their CEO Emmett Shear. He stated, "We chose Amazon because they believe in our community, they share our values and long-term vision, and they want to help us get there faster. We're keeping most everything the same: our office, our employees, our brand, and most importantly our independence. But with Amazon's support we'll have the resources to bring you an even better Twitch." Amazon has also issued its own press release, stating that it is purchasing Twitch for $970 million in cash. It added that the acquisition will officially close sometime in the second half of 2014.
Original story Amazon may be about to make an end run around Google in a bid to purchase the Twitch.tv game video streaming service. The Wall Street Journal reports that Amazon will acquire Twitch.tv for over $1 billion, according to an unnamed source.
Deal Alert: Verizon HTC One M8 for Windows just $49.99, with contract, on Amazon
8/25/2014 7:53:48 PM
Verizon Wireless officially announced the HTC One M8 for Windows last week with a special two-year contract promotional price of $99.99 but now Amazon has listed the same phone for just $49.99, again with a two year contract to Verizon.
Volvo's 2015.5 lineup has standard features that can be controlled by your phone
8/25/2014 7:21:05 PM
Volvo (volvocars.com), the Swedish automaker, has just announced that their new 2015 models will include the company's Sensus connectivity and infotainment system as standard. This includes the 2015.5 Volvo S60, V60, XC60, S80, and XC70.
Volvo's Sensus Connect system includes smartphone connectivity through a free app called Volvo On Call. It's available on iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. What can you do with app? Let's take a look at the features.
NFL releases official Fantasy Football cheat sheet and draft kit for Windows Phone
8/25/2014 6:58:03 PM
The NFL has just released their official cheat sheet and draft kit for the 2014 Fantasy Football season. As you know, a lot of folks take their fantasy football very seriously – just watch an episode of The League on FXX to see how serious. This is probably an app you won't want to miss on Windows Phone and Windows 8 if you're big into fantasy football.
Age of Empires: World Domination for Windows Phone delayed until fall 2014
8/25/2014 6:57:24 PM
Age of Empires: World Domination, the RTS game from developer KLab and publisher Microsoft, will now see its release for Windows Phone, iOS and Android delayed from summer to sometime in the fall of 2014.
Join the discussion! Windows 9, Windows Phone 9, Lumia 730, and Lumia 830 forums are live
8/25/2014 6:56:14 PM
Although publishing articles on our front page is a big part of WPCentral, the back half is our user forums (forums.wpcentral.com). With nearly 230K registered members and almost 15K that are online at this very moment, the forums are the best spot to debate current and upcoming hardware.
Equally, if you have a problem with your phone, general questions or something to share, nothing beats searching or posting a new thread and response.
As the Microsoft ecosystem continues to expand, we have a few new forums to add to the mix, or highlight in case you have missed them before.
Buying guide: Gaming headsets for the Xbox One
8/25/2014 6:28:39 PM
The headset is a crucial piece of equipment when gaming on your Xbox One. It could make the difference between first or second place when playing your favorite first-person shooter. A good gaming headset could also help immerse you further into the story of your new adventure game. It also could help your marriage by allowing you to stay up late into the night playing without disturbing your partner. Here's a buying guide for your next gaming Xbox One headset.
Age of Empires: Castle Siege coming to Windows Phone and Windows 8.1 in September
8/25/2014 5:38:54 PM
Microsoft has just revealed a new game in their long running Age of Empires franchise that's being made for Windows Phone and Windows 8.1 touchscreen devices. It's called Age of Empires: Castle Siege and the free-to-play game is due out in September.
How to factory reset your HTC One M8 for Windows phone
8/25/2014 5:28:45 PM
When it comes to mobile operating systems, Windows Phone has a solid reputation for stability. As a result, the need to reset the OS to rid the phone of bugs or start anew is rare. Still, there may be occasions where you want to return the device to the state you bought it in from the Store.
Here are two ways to do that for the HTC One for Windows.
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