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Former Nokia software team unveils its first smartphone

HELSINKI (Reuters) - A group of ex-Nokia software developers unveiled its first smartphone on Monday, aiming to prove their former employer wrong by making a success of a technology dropped by the Finnish mobile phone maker.Full story

Microsoft Working on Major Update to Windows 8

Listening to customer feedback, the tech giant expects to roll out changes to its latest operating system later this year. Full story

Common Windows 8 gripes and possible solutions

Microsoft is preparing an update to Windows 8 for release later this year. It says the changes are designed to address complaints and confusion with the new operating system. Full story

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  Countdown to Facebook's Big Announcement

Eric Jackson, Ironfire Capital founder & managing director, discusses speculation surrounding Facebook's new operating system for Android, and whether it will be enough to "move the needle," as CEO Zuckerberg has said.

  Facebook's Big Move in Mobile

Facebook is expected to unveil a new operating system built on Google's Android; featuring apps that include texting and voice calling, reports CNBC's Julia Boorstin. And, Wired Magazine's Joe Brown, discusses the tech giant's "mobile first" strategy.

  Will App Makers Flock to RIM?

Alex Moazed Applico president and CEO, discusses why many app developers will be looking closely at RIM's new operating system. And, Rob Enderle, RIM consultant, describes his experience with the new BlackBerry 10.

  Beyond Microsoft's Numbers

Richard Waters, Financial Times, discusses whether the unspectacular start of Windows 8 operating system is weighing down the price of the stock.

  Windows 8 a Game-Changer?

Microsoft's new operating system Windows 8 could help bridge the gap between desktop and tablet computing for the company. CNBC's Herb Greenberg provides perspective.

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