Apple's Online Store is down hours before product announcement

We're a few hours away from Apple's big product announcement, likely the last huge one for 2012 (and just in time for that important holiday buying season) and Apple's Online Store is down for maintainance. One interesting thing to note is an animated notice stating "We'll be back. We're busy updating the Apple Store for you and will be back soon," in various languages. Could this be a hint of a global product release? Does this mean that whatever is being announced might be available ASAP or will we have a preorder option? We will know soon enough.

Skype for Windows 8 promises messaging magic on October 26

Based on this intro video, Skype for Windows 8 which is coming on October 26 looks quite amazing. Improved background notification for calls and messages makes Skype an always-connected app (without sacrificing much battery power) and enhanced integreation with the People app on some Windows 8 devices.

Samsung Canada to launch Galaxy Note II in Gangnam Style with PSY

Foo Fighters...bah! Samsung Canada will launch the Samsung GALAXY Note II Gangnam Style with South Korean super star, PSY on October 30, 2012 in Toronto. Find out how to win some tickets for this by invitation only event after the jump.

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A Windows 8 Primer

Available in 2 flavours, Windows 8 RT will be a scaled down ARM version for tablets while Windows 8 Pro will run old Windows apps

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Windows 8, which begins shipping on October 26th and will cost most users $39.99 upgrade from Windows 7, will be the biggest change to Microsoft’s desktop operating system since Windows 95. Bringing in the look, feel and functionality seen in Windows Phone will make it the most touch friendly desktop OS.

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