From the Forums: Microsoft YouTube, octo-cores and 2022

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We're heading by CES and into 2022 where a lot is planned in the almost future. Not simply Microsoft either. Nosotros've got BlackBerry x on the horizon, but also a strong kickoff of the year for Windows Telephone marketing and hardware being pushed in multiple markets. The Lumia family of hardware will prove to be valuable assets in the struggle for marketshare, while HTC and Samsung devices compliment Nokia's investment. Let'south non forget Huawei too!

With all this action, there must be some hot threads on the forum, right? Right! We'll be rounding up a handful for you lot to check out today.

So who practise we have featured in this edition of the FTF? Windows Phone Central member 12Danny123 has put forward an interesting question in a new thread that has defenseless on. Why doesn't Microsoft just create / launch their own YouTube? He asks if it would be feasible for the company to mayhap buy the likes of Hulu or Vimeo.

"Would it be cool if MS launched a make new Video service and but chosen it Xbox Videos. like the one in Windows eight. MS should also integrate them into the Xbox Video hub on Xbox 360, Win 8/RT and Wp8. where it tin prove new uploaded videos, subscriptions, Play videos, Comment them and liking them. you lot will need a MS account to practice this. you can do this one a Web version of Xbox videos. but y'all can buy videos. like real ones like movies."

Of course, Microsoft would definitely be biting off more than than information technology can chew as it needs to focus on Windows, Windows Phone, Bing and more correct now. Only looking to the time to come it could exist worth because whether the company should attempt to combat Google in the video sharing realm.

YouTube is a massively popular destination, but a competitive product could provide Microsoft a useful tool to help push Windows Phone. So again, it might non be such a slap-up idea. What are your thoughts? Exist sure to add them over in the "Should MS launch a Brand new youtube competitor? or buy Vimeo or Hulu" thread.

Octo-cores are the new thing

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Windows Phone Key reader BIGPADDY has highlighted an interesting product for smartphones in the future - octo-cadre processors. Now, we're simply getting used to 4 and 8 cores for desktops, let alone smartphones. With Windows Phone just getting the dual-cadre treatment, are nosotros gear up for octo-cores?

"I think it incredible what there pushing in CES I was merely expecting an comeback performance and graphics shock to me when I read nigh Samsung Octa 8 processor exynos 5250."

Are quad-cores more than than enough ability for daily tasks and gaming requirements? Or should we be looking to expand on capabilities of hardware? Be sure to add your opinion over in the "OCTA 8 Cadre PROCESSOR in a MOBILE" thread.

Miscellaneous: What do you desire to see from Microsoft in 2022?

2012 has been an important year for Microsoft, no matter which way you look at the by 12 months. The company has attempted to go under heavy rebranding, of not only its products merely the main image. We've been closely following Windows Phone, Windows, Office, Bing and other products moving forward into grounds of further integration and unity.

So what has been your highlight of 2022 for Microsoft, and would you lot like to see in 2022? Be certain to add your thoughts in the "2012. What a year for Microsoft!" thread.

New report reveals Microsoft's future AR strategy; HoloLens 3 is dead

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New report reveals Microsoft'due south future AR strategy; HoloLens iii is dead

Business concern Insider has today published a follow-upward report with more details about Microsoft'southward canceled HoloLens 3 augmented reality headset. The partnership with Samsung is said to include a headset with a gear up of screens within, powered by a Samsung phone in your pocket.

Keeping it affordable

Review: Surface Laptop SE is the new standard for K-8 Windows PCs

Starting at merely $250, Microsoft's first foray into affordable laptops for the instruction marketplace is a winner. With a gorgeous design, first-class thermals, and a fantastic typing experience, Microsoft would practice right to sell this directly to consumers equally well. Permit's but promise Intel tin make a better CPU.

Best deals on Xbox headsets

Our top picks for Xbox headsets below $100

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