In previous years, the Microsoft Keynote at CES has been almost the highlight of the show. This year, however, it was largely a showcase for what Microsoft released last year. Focusing largely on Windows 7, Microsoft made few announcements outside of video games. The “biggest” item Microsoft announced was a prototype HP Slate PC (tablet). more »

An interesting news week always brings some insane thoughts into the light of day. This week saw Microsoft hinting at bringing Natal not just to Xbox but to Windows, LG jumping on the apps wagon, Blockbuster to sell netbooks, and our very own Iyaz outdoes me on Interuptech, Gagetell’s new weekly show.

Back in the start of June, Microsoft made quite an impression on many people when it announced Project Natal for the Xbox 360 on the stage at E3. The technology allows for full body movement, face recognition and voice commands for the Xbox 360, allowing users to interact with the console using their entire body, no controller needed. It only seemed logical that Microsoft would try to use the technology in other devices, like PCs, but we’ve had no reason to suspect that until now.