While students are scurrying back to school and the autumn equinox approaches, Microsoft is offering some unique opportunities. We reported that Windows System 7 is expected in October 2009. Now the Zune HD is coming to stores in September offering an attractive alternative to Apple’s digital media player as we approach the holiday season.

Zune HD, the next generation of Microsoft Corp.’s portable digital media player, is set to hit store shelves on Sept. 15. The player, available in 16GB and 32GB capacities, is the first touch-screen Zune and includes powerful playback technology to give you a different way to experience media on the go. Combined with unparalleled PC software and online services such as Zune Pass, Zune provides a rich and meaningful connection to music, videos, podcasts and more.
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So, what exactly are Microsoft Tags, you ask?

It’s simple! Microsoft Tags are tiny barcodes, which when used in conjunction with a special app on your Smartphone, will automatically take you to a webpage giving you more information about a certain product or service.

How does it work?
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Microsoft announced Project Natal yesterday at E3, and it has shocked the gaming world. The core base of Xbox 360 owners are young males who typically play FPS and action games. With Project Natal, Microsoft is looking to expand the reach of the 360 ownership beyond the typical young male crowd.

Project Natal is a revolutionary new way to play games and enjoy entertainment via the 360 sans a controller. You can move, kick and do whatever you want simply by body gestures. It works by connecting a nine-inch wide horizontal bar with a sensor designed to be positioned lengthwise above or below your video display. Continue Reading »

J&R supplied equipment for Microsoft’s “popup” gallery for Internet Week, here in New York. JRblog will be tweeting and blogging from the gallery at 414 W14th St. noon to 7pm throughout the week.

Tuesday evening, June 2nd, the gallery will be open an opening reception, 7pm - 10pm - all are invited.

The following schedule will be updated during the week at themicrosoftgallery:

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