Apple's patent battle against HTC causing OEMs to reconsider Windows Phone

An initial ruling against HTC by the Usa International Merchandise Commission (ITC) is evidently starting to take ripple effects. The instance was brought by Apple, who is accusing HTC of infringing upon 10 patents of which the ITC constitute HTC to exist violating 2. Ii caveats: the ITC's ruling is preliminary and not final but, Apple just needs to win on 1 patent infringement claim to potentially halt imports by HTC into the U.S. [Read Nilay Patel'south excellent piece at ThisIsMyNext]

The patents in question seem specifically tied to the Android Os and other firms seem to be taking notice. According to 21st Century Business Herald, based in China:

"Some of these vendors worry about the run a risk of becoming embroiled in patent infringement due to adoption of Android, and have drawn upwardly 3 strategies to cope with potential impact. The iii strategies are enhancement of back up to Microsoft Mango operating organisation, promotion of smartphone customization by mobile telecom carriers for protection through binding common interest (especially carriers partnering with Apple and Microsoft), self-evolution of ain operating systems, the source pointed out. China-based smartphone vendors Huawei Device and ZTE take planned to adopt Mango, the source indicated."

That'due south a very interesting paragraph. For i, Huawei is non yet a key partner of Microsoft for Windows Phone--and so that's potentially new (even though it will matter more than for Eastern markets). Second, nosotros're evidently starting to meet OEMs first to make contingency plans if these lawsuits continue to go forrad. The reason why is because Google does not offer any protection against claims of patent infringement, contra Microsoft who will defend the OS in court to the chagrin of the OEMs. Combined with those connected licensing fees for Android and the speculation of further legal threats, Windows Telephone is starting to look ike a good choice right well-nigh at present.

Source: Digitimes/21st Century Business Herald; via Electronista

An internet connection will soon be required when setting up Windows 11 Pro

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An internet connection volition soon be required when setting up Windows 11 Pro

Microsoft has appear that later this twelvemonth, users will be required to connect to the net and sign-in with a Microsoft Account during the out of box setup experience on Windows 11 Pro. Microsoft has already been enforcing this requirement on Windows 11 Home since launch last October, and Windows 11 Pro is now expected to follow suit soon.

These are the best gaming mice for folks with large hands

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These are the best gaming mice for folks with big hands

A cracking gaming mouse is important for anyone looking to become into PC gaming. Yet, if you lot take large hands, you may struggle to find a mouse that feels comfortable for you. Thankfully, there are plenty of plus-sized mouse options on the market.