Microsoft launches Office 15, preview available for download

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Microsoft just launched Microsoft Office 15 today during a live webcast this afternoon. The new version of Office is available for download as a Preview so users can get an idea of what it offers. Office 15 will integrate various touch and pen-based input features which are in tune with Windows 8 as well as use on tablets like the Microsoft Surface which was previewed a few weeks ago. 

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Samsung launches EX2F 'Smart' camera with F1.4 lens and WiFi

Samsung is relentlessly pursuing market share in the consumer point and shoot camera market. They've upped the ante in terms of innovation (touchscreen control, built-in WiFi, integration with Android apps) and now they're challenging the competition in terms of lenses, sensors and features.

Camera geeks will appreciate the EX2F's F1.4 24mm wide-angle lens said to be approximately four times as bright as a F2.8 camera lens. All this in a solid and metal bodied compact point and shoot that also shoots HD video.

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Quick Review: Amazing Alex

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Rovio, the company behind the incredibly successful Angry Birds franchise has released a new and potentially addicting puzzle based game in iOS and Android called Amazing Alex. This engaging physics puzzle game pits you and gravity against each other as you use various elements to create fantastic contraptions with varied objectives.

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XBox 360 Halo 4 Edition coming in November, pre orders available

Revealed at Comic Con in San Diego earlier this week is the XBox 360 Halo 4 Edition which is slated for release in November.  According  to XBox Live's Major Nelson, "the limited edition bundle features an exclusive, custom-designed console and two exclusive controllers inspired by the game, astandard edition copy of “Halo 4,” a wired headset, a massive 320GB hard drive, built-in Wi-Fi, and Xbox LIVE tokens for exclusive “Halo 4” in-game and avatar marketplace downloadable content.

The “ring of light” on the console, as well as the Xbox Guide button of the controller will showcase a glowing blue color to match the overall “Halo 4” color scheme. Nice.

Major Nelson adds, "as the definitive console bundle of 2012, the limited edition console bundle offers an incredible value for fans who want to enjoy the immersive world of “Halo 4.” The Xbox 360 Limited Edition “Halo 4” bundle is available through your favorite retailer while supplies last, priced at $399.99 (U.S. ERP)."  The console is available for pre order now at Amazon.