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WILLMAR -- Ice, slush and snow added up to a rash of vehicles sliding into ditches on area roadways both Thursday night and Friday morning.
Four vehicles, including a Chevrolet Silverado pickup, Honda Civic, Chevrolet Malibu, and a Toyota left U.S. Highway 71 north of Willmar near the Sun Ray Plaza shortly before 8 a.m. on Friday.
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Carrot -Curd -Coconut Upma By Adige Subscribe 11/19/14 07:30 Ready to Serve Uppittu (Upma)Upma or Uppittu is easy to prepare and it is one of the quick preparation food item. Many of us like Upma. I have seen many people eating Upma in Hotel. Even I like Upma. It is tasty and spicy. Upma can be done in different... Add to my recipe book
Rava Urid Carrot Guli Appa with Carrot - Coconut Chutney By Adige Subscribe 11/10/14 06:54 Guli Appa is normally prepared using Dosa Dough or idli dough. Guli Appa( gundpongalu) is loved by almost all people. I can say it is every one's favourite and all age group. It is soft and fluffy, easy to digest and tasty. All you need is a Guli appa pan... Add to my recipe book
Stir fry beets and carrots paleo recipe – a delicious recipe of beets and carrots stir fried in coconut oil By My Indian Taste Subscribe 10/14/14 18:42 Preparation: 5 min - Cooking: 25 min This month my husband and I decided to take a meat break or reduce it from our diet and cook more veggies in different ways. In India, there is an endless variety of vegetable dishes, you can never get bored of vegetables. As I have never had beets else... Add to my recipe book
Carrot Coconut Ladoo By BlogExplore Subscribe 09/15/14 19:53 Preparation: 10 min - Cooking: 25 min Carrot coconut ladoo recipe – an easy dessert using carrots and coconut. This simple recipe uses grated carrots and coconuts cooked with milk and flavored with cardamom and the result is a delicious melt... Add to my recipe book
Carrot Mallung (Carrot with Grated Coconut) By Food Corner Subscribe 08/28/14 09:49 Carrot Mallung Mallung is a popular Sri Lankan food which we cook greens with fresh grated coconut. Sri Lanka is a country with lot of coconut trees. Therefore, our Sri Lankan cooking is always partner with coconut based products either coconut cream, fresh... Add to my recipe book
Indian Spiced Carrot Soup with Coconut Cream By Carpe Cibus Subscribe 08/10/14 23:10 The last thing I really want to do is hover over a hot stove during the peak of summer. But sometimes soup calls. Thankfully, this vibrant orange bowl of comfort only needs about 30 minutes of stove top time, without any of the hovering. The ginger and... Add to my recipe book
Tropical Carrot Cake with Coconut Cream Cheese By Restless Chipotle Subscribe 08/06/14 15:30 If you want a show stopper dessert you definitely want to try this tropical carrot cake with coconut cream cheese. This is another one that I have dragged back out of 2007 because it is just so good. The image stinks but I sure am proud of how much better... Add to my recipe book
Carrot Curry with Coconut – Carrot Poriyal By My Cooking Journey Subscribe 07/13/14 15:41 13th July, 2014 For the last of day of South meal dishes, I have a simple carrot curry. Usually there are 2-3 different kinds of curry/poriyal served in a meal. One is a stir fried kind of curry/poriyal that does not have coconut in it. The other kind is... Add to my recipe book
Carrot chutney recipe without coconut for idli dosa By Chitra's food book Subscribe 06/19/14 10:17 Preparation: 10 min - Cooking: 10 min I wanted to try chutney recipes with vegetables for long time.To begin with,i tried carrot chutney for dosa this morning.I had already tried carrot chutney recipe with different combinations like with coconut, with dal,tomato etc from different blogs.But... Add to my recipe book
Carrot Chutney / Dip | Side Dish for Idli / Dosa | No coconut chutney recipe By Babi's Recipes Subscribe 02/27/14 17:02 For more than a month i couldn't post for priya's vegan thursday event don't want to miss this time so this simple chutney recipe. Preparation time: under 10 mins Cooking time: under 10... Add to my recipe book
Carrot walnut and coconut cake - Κέικ με καρότο, καρύδα και καρύδια By wabi Subscribe 01/14/14 17:06 Χρόνια πολλά και ευτυχισμένα σε όλους σας, με το καλό ο καινούργιος χρόνος! έχω πολύ καιρό να ανεβάσω ποστ αλλά δεν προλάβαινα με τίποτα μέσα στις γιορτές. τα χριστούγεννα περάσανε και τολμώ να πω ότι ήτανε τα καλύτερα μου, μια που πρώτη χρονιά με τα 3... Add to my recipe book
Carrot Beans Poriyal/Carrot Beans Stir Fry [With Coconut] By Priya's Virundhu.... Subscribe 12/03/13 16:45 Carrot Beans Poriyal is a very common, simple, quick, healthy and delectable side dish prepared in all the South Indian homes. The final touch of coconut to this stir fry adds an extraordinary taste. Carrot beans poriyal is an excellent accompaniment with... Add to my recipe book
Carrot sooji coconut laddu/carrot rava kobbari laddu/easy deepavali sweets/no ghee laddu recipes By mahaslovelyhome.com Subscribe 11/02/13 04:27 HAPPY SATURDAY Iam seeing all kind of yummy and delicious recipes in blog world from last few days..While checking out the blog in the afternoon found this post in draft and already I noted down Ingredients and measurements.Thank god..I Just left the writing... Add to my recipe book
Losing the War on Breakfast [Coconut, Carrot & Pumpkin Spice Bread with Candied Ginger] By The Gouda Life Subscribe 10/22/13 22:33 In the ongoing saga of Kelly vs. Healthy Breakfast options, I seem to be losing again. I go on stints of yogurt/granola/berries, healthy cereals, whole grain toast with natural nut butters, eggs and greens… but dammit I just want that [expletive] croissant!!!... Add to my recipe book
Carrot cabbage thuvayal/chutney with no coconut By Yashodha's Kitchen Subscribe 10/22/13 09:19 Serving size - 2 or 3 Preparation time - 10 minutes Cooking time - 10 minutes I am an ardent lover of chutney as always. I thought of avoiding coconut today. So I have tried this thuvayal for rice. You can also keep this as the best side for idly and dosa... Add to my recipe book
Coconut Curry Carrot & Apple Soup w/ Bacon, Granny Smith Apple & Cashew Topping By The Café Sucré Farine Subscribe 09/07/13 12:59 Are you getting ready to move on? .................... READ THE REST OF THIS ENTRY> Add to my recipe book
Carrot Coconut Cake By My Kitchen Tweets Subscribe 08/05/13 04:22 A carrot cake with a hint of coconut packs lots of flavors. It is sweet, moist and delicious. Top it … Continue Reading → Add to my recipe book
Eastern Carrot Coconut Soup with Grilled Chicken/ Восточный Морковно-Кокосовый Суп с Курицей By Cooking Easy Subscribe 06/11/13 05:00 Delicious and so easy to make soup! My family loves soups, but to tell the truth, I often don't want to make them just because they go down so fast and everyone is hungry soon again:) Yeah, I know, it's bad. But if I do make a soup it at least would not... Add to my recipe book
Carrot Coconut Cupcakes... happy easter By A Clove of Garlic, A Pinch of Salt Subscribe 03/31/13 16:30 Carrots, coconut, walnuts. A teeny bit of orange juice, and a whopping bit of fresh cream cheese frosting... ... here are some cupcakes that every Easter Bunny, big or small, can enjoy this year :) Recipe from Everyday Food, May/June 2003 Ingredients1 cup... Add to my recipe book
Recipe Carrot Cake with Pineapple and Coconut and Brown Butter Rum Cream Cheese Frosting By British Food Recipes Subscribe 01/26/13 21:52 Carrot Cake with Pineapple and Coconut and Brown Butter Rum Cream Cheese Frosting I had some flopppy carrots and a half bar of cream cheese that needed to be used up so the obvious choice was a carrot cake. My original idea was to spice things up by adding... Add to my recipe book


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Lindsey Vonn Withdraws From Sochi Olympics (Video)
UPDATED: The skier said in a statement read on NBC's "Today" that her surgically repaired right knee isn't stable enough for her to compete.
Gold medal skier Lindsey Vonn has withdrawn from competing in the upcoming Winter Olympics in Sochi.
Vonn, who recently underwent surgery on her right knee after a devastating crash last February, said in a statement read on NBC's Today show that the joint is not stable enough to allow her to compete in the games.
"I am devastated to announce that I will not be able to compete in Sochi. I did everything I possibly could to somehow get strong enough to overcome having no ACL, but the reality has sunk in that my knee is just too unstable to compete at this level," Vonn said in her statement.
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"I'm having surgery soon so that I can be ready for the World Championships at home in Vail next February," she added. "On a positive note, this means there will be an additional spot so that one of my teammates can go for gold. Thank you all so much for all of the love and support. I will be cheering for all of the Olympians and especially Team USA!"
Vonn is the most accomplished female skier in U.S. history and had hoped to defend her gold medal in the downhill from the 2010 Vancouver games, but she suffered a number of setbacks in her recovery from knee surgery.
Vonn also is one of Team USA's most popular athletes. Her win in Vancouver was a big story for NBC Sports during those games, and the skier's performance was a major attraction going into the Olympics, which will air on NBC starting in February. In fact, Vonn even had a starring role in NBC's promos.
Her departure could shift the skiing spotlight to rising U.S. star Mikaela Shiffrin, who won the gold medal in the slalom at the world championships last year and is set to repeat as world champion in that event. Shiffrin, who's already been the subject of several media profiles, has been labeled "the next Lindsey Vonn," but she's resisted the comparison.
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NBC Sports chairman Mark Lazarus said at Tuesday's NBC Olympics press conference that the network will change a bit of their promotion and look for the next story, noting that NBC's Olympics team was upset to hear of Vonn's withdrawal.
"We're disappointed for her. She is an Olympic star," Lazarus said. "How do we adjust? We change a little bit of our promotion. We change a little bit of our coverage. We look for the next story. There's a lot of depth and a lot of excitement about the [U.S. ski team]."
Asked if she'd be welcome as part of NBC's Olympics coverage, Lazarus said he suspects her feelings about these games are quite "raw." So the network will not initiate an ask. But he said that if she came to them and wanted to participate, she would be "welcome."
Vonn tore her ACL and MCL and fractured her tibia in a crash in Austria in the Alpine skiing world championships last February. After undergoing surgery, she suffered a setback in November when she partially tore one of the reconstructed ligaments in a crash during a training run in Colorado. She also aggravated her knee during a December race in France.
Figure skater and fellow gold medalist Evan Lysacek, who recently withdrew from Sochi because of a torn labrum in his left hip, told Today in a statement that he could empathize with her situation.
"My heart goes out to my good friend Lindsey Vonn,'' Lysacek said. "I know how hard she has worked to get back and how much competing in Sochi meant to her. She continues to be an inspiration to so many, myself included. I wish her a speedy recovery."
Watch Today's report on Vonn's withdrawal below.
Marisa Guthrie contributed to this report.
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Words have a mighty impact
When we were kids, some of us would yell, "Sticks and stones will break our bones, but names will never hurt us."
But names did hurt. And they still do.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper usually doesn't engage in name calling. But once in a while he stands tall on the rampart of goodness and hurls thunderbolts at the lesser beings below him. He berated Maritimers for staying on welfare; he publicly attacked China's human rights record (until it became our second-biggest export market) and he said Alberta should build a firewall to keep out the incursions of Ottawa.
In his most recent salvo, he said the "major threat (to Canada) is still Islamicism." An interesting group including aboriginals, Muslims, Jews and Japanese-Canadians almost immediately returned fire in a half-page newspaper ad.
"There is a huge difference," said the group, "between the anti-western terrorist creed of hate and Islam, the faith that is practised by close to a million Canadian Muslims."
Harper's words "will scar the entire Muslim population across our land," said the group. "This cannot be allowed to happen. We must stand against the use of language and labels that would identify and isolate a social minority according to their race, colour, or faith."
I don't even like the words "Islamist terrorist," which is used fairly often. The phrase suggests there is a connection between the Islamic religion and terrorism. My studies in the Islamic religion indicate this is not true. The Koran does not say adherents should run around blowing up innocent civilians.
What if I wrote: "A Christian held up a local grocery store at gunpoint." You'd probably conclude that the use of the word Christian was irrelevant. The person's gunslinging had nothing to do with Christianity. To suggest otherwise is simply a slur on the Christian religion.
I'm sorry to say that when I was a young reporter I used to write stories about aboriginals being involved in various nefarious activities. Newspapers don't do that anymore. The word aboriginal is only used now if it's important on a list of physical attributes necessary for purposes of identification.
The group that returned fire with Harper talked about the harm caused by "careless and reckless language."
But carelessness is not our only problem. Some people hate Muslims, and they will slash them orally anytime they can. So there's the question: Is Islam a religion that promotes violence against Christians and others? The experts I've met say no.
Tom Graham, a Winnipeg university professor and student of Islam, told my study group that Islam, like many of the world's major religions, can be looked at this way: a large group trying to do the right thing helped by their God; a small percentage of fundamentalists and a very small percentage who are terrorists.
Fundamentalists are found in many of the world's religions. They have two characteristics: They are certain their holy book is the word of their God and cannot be open to interpretation. And some think everybody must follow their religious beliefs.
St. Paul is not so sure. In his letter to the Galatians, he says the whole law is summed up in a single commandment: "You shall love your neighbour as yourself." Most of the world's major religions, including Islam, have similar injunctions.
There are other reasons for not slanging Islam. The Pew Research Centre's Global Attitudes Project found some suspicion, mistrust and ugly stereotypes persist among Westerners and Muslims. But there are moderates, even in Iran, who are more positive. Every time a Western leader attacks Islam unfairly it makes the moderates' job of reconciliation that much more difficult.
A recent study in New York shows that a decade of police harassment and spying has discouraged Muslims from going directly to the police with their concerns about terrorism. Without the help of moderates, police security campaigns go nowhere.
Finally, in the field of realpolitik, the Arab Spring is bringing more Islamists to power in the Middle East, a crucially important region rich in oil.
In short, Harper should watch what he says about others.
Tom Ford is editor of The Issues Network.
Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition November 21, 2011 A10
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Apple Offering Credit for Some Android, Windows Phones
Apple has expanded the scope of its Reuse and Recycling Program to include smartphones, tablets, and PCs not made by Apple. Customers can take their old smartphones directly to Apple Stores and receive credit towards new Apple gear for turning them in. Customers who don't have access to Apple Stores can mail in their devices for credit. Apple will recycle just about any old phone, tablet, or computer for free. Apple says not all devices are eligible for credit and suggests customers check eligibility (online) before heading to Apple Stores. According to Apple's web site, it is accepting handsets from Sony, Samsung, Nokia, LG, and BlackBerry. Apple has partnered with Brightstar and DataServ to handle the actual device recycling processes. The expanded Apple Reuse and Recycling Program is available in the U.S., the U.K., and select European countries.
Windows 10 Preview to Reach Dozens More Phones Soon
Microsoft said it is preparing to make the technical preview of Windows 10 available to a large batch of phones in the coming weeks. Microsoft delivered an early build of the technical preview to just a few handsets in February. However, due to the way most handsets' partitions were created, the preview couldn't function properly on the vast majority of devices. Microsoft has completed a process called partition stitching, which allows devices to adjust the partition dynamically. Microsoft has since been testing the technical preview on a wide variety of Windows handsets to make sure the build is functional. Microsoft expects to spend about another week engineering the code, and then will likely make the preview available through its Windows Insiders program. Some of the handsets that will be able to test the new operating system include the Lumia 1520, 1320, 1020, 920, 925, 928, Icon, and a smattering of handsets from the Lumia 500, 600, 700, and 800 series. Microsoft will have more details about timing of the release in the days to come.
Lumia 640 Landing At T-Mobile In Near Future
T-Mobile recently added the Microsoft Lumia 640 to its web site and described the device as "coming soon." Microsoft revealed the Lumia 640 at Mobile World Congress earlier this month. The phone has a 5-inch HD screen, 8-megapixel camera, LTE, Bluetooth, WiFi, GPS, and Microsoft's productivity apps. The Lumia 640 will ship with Windows 8.1, but can be upgraded to the full version of Windows 10 later this year. T-Mobile didn't disclose exact availability or pricing, but Microsoft said the phone will reach stores in April for about $180. AT&T and MetroPCS also plan to sell the Lumia 640.
Opera Brings Mini Browser to Windows Phone
Opera today released a beta version of its Opera Mini browser for the Windows platform. Opera Mini for Windows offers many of the app's core features, such as Speed Dial for favorites and easy-to-navigate tabs. Since Opera Mini uses Opera's server-side compression, web sites should load faster of mobile handsets and consume less data. Opera claims its compression can cut web site size down by as much as 90%. The browser offers large buttons, makes it easy to share content to social networks, and maintains users' privacy and security. Opera Mini is ideal for people who have limited data plans. Opera Mini beta for Windows is free to download from the Windows Store.
Microsoft Releases Windows 10 Developer Toolkit
Microsoft today made a software developer kit available to developers interested in creating apps for the forthcoming Windows 10 platform. The SDK requires users to be a member of the Windows Insider Program and have the latest build of the Windows 10 Technical Preview, as well as a handful of other apps. By releasing the SDK, Microsoft is essentially asking developers to start coding Windows 10 applications for Windows PCs, tablets, and phones. Microsoft expects to release Windows 10 this summer and will want a healthy supply of apps available for the new platform when it arrives. The SDK arrives about a month before Microsoft plans to hold its annual Build developer conference. More details are expected to surface at that time.
Microsoft Enables Music Playback from OneDrive
Microsoft has made it possible for people to access their personal music collections from OneDrive across their Windows devices with the Xbox Music app. A new "music" folder has been added to OneDrive. Any music stored in that folder will be available in users' Xbox Music apps for Windows 8.1, Windows Phone 8.1, the Xbox 360/One, and via the web. The OneDrive music service doesn't require Microsoft's Xbox Music Pass, but customers who do have the pass will gain 100GB of OneDrive storage for their music.
Lumia 430 Most Affordable Windows Phone Yet
Microsoft today announced the Lumia 430, an entry-level smartphone that will be among those updated to Windows 10. The Lumia 430 features a 4-inch WVGA screen; 1.2GHz Snapdragon 200 processor with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of storage; 2-megapixel main camera and VGA user-facing camera; and 1,500mAh battery. The Lumia 430 runs Windows 8.1 with the Denim update installed and will be updated to Windows 10 later this year. The Lumia 430 supports dual SIM cards and costs approximately $70.
Microsoft Says Windows 10 Arriving This Summer
Microsoft today made a number of announcements regarding Windows 10, including details about its arrival. Microsoft will make Windows 10 available to smartphones, tablets, and PCs "this summer." Previously, Microsoft had only committed to "later this year." In addition to the timetable, Microsoft announced a commitment from Lenovo that will the see the company bring Windows 10 phones to market (in China) by the middle of the year. Further, Microsoft is helping Xiaomi create a downloadable technical preview of Windows 10 that owners of the Xiaomi Mi Note 4 will be able to install on their Android phones and test. Microsoft and Qualcomm today introduced the DragonBoard 410C. It is a developer board for Windows 10 with integrated WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, and Snapdragon 410 chipset. (Qualcomm recently released an Android version of the developer board, too.) At launch, Windows 10 will be available in 190 countries and 111 languages. More details will emerge at Microsoft's Build conference, scheduled for late April.
Microsoft Adding Biometric Security Support to Windows 10
Microsoft today said Windows 10 will natively support biometric security measures, such as fingerprints, retina scans, or facial recognition. Microsoft's biometric authentication service is called Windows Hello and it will be available to PCs, tablets, and smartphones. Microsoft believes these measures can be more secure than passwords, as they are truly unique to individual users. Windows Hello can be used to authenticate devices, network access, and app access. Moreover, Microsoft is offering a tool called Passport to developers and IT admins, who will be able to add biometric support to their own apps, sites, and services so users will never have to use a password to log in. Windows 10 is set to debut later this year. Biometric support has been available to Windows devices for a decade or more, but only through third-party hardware and software support. Microsoft's competitors, including Apple, HTC, and Samsung, have added fingerprint scanners to their smartphones in recent years.
Microsoft Working On Version of Cortana for Android and iOS
Microsoft is preparing to make its Cortana personal assistant software available as a stand-alone application to the Android and iOS platforms later this year, reports Reuters. Microsoft is already developing an improved version of Cortana for its forthcoming Windows 10 desktop, tablet, and phone operating system, expected this fall. Microsoft is culling research from an artificial intelligence project called Einstein to improve Cortana's predictive and conversational abilities. "This kind of technology, which can read and understand email, will play a central role in the next roll out of Cortana, which we are working on now for the fall time frame," said Eric Horvitz, managing director of Microsoft Research, in an interview with Reuters. Microsoft believes Cortana's abilities can surpass those of its rivals, Google Now on Android phones and Siri on iPhones. "We're defining the competitive landscape of who can provide the most supportive services that make life easier, keep track of things, that complement human memory in a way that helps us get things done," said Horvitz. Microsoft envisions Cortana becoming more capable with respect to helping users by anticipating their needs. Google and Apple have taken similar steps with Google Now and Siri, respectively. Google Now is adept at providing just-in-time reminders and details in the form of cards, but Siri is more limited to responding to direct requests. Horvitz did not confirm Microsoft's intent to bring Cortana to Android and iOS, but Reuters says people familiar with Microsoft's plans are certain it will appear after Windows 10's debut later this year. Microsoft has made an aggressive push over the last year to port key applications to the Android and iOS platforms, such as Microsoft Office. Bringing Cortana to Android and iOS would fit in with the pattern of Microsoft's behavior.
Intel Shows Off New Atom Processors and LTE Modem
Intel today revealed its roadmap for 2015, which includes three new Atom mobile processors called the x3, x5, and x7, in addition to a new LTE modem. The Atom x3 is a system-on-a-chip complete with a modem and is meant for volume devices. There will be versions supporting 3G and LTE 4G. The 64-bit processor is ideal for smartphones, phablets, and tablets, says Intel. It can support Android and Windows, and camera configurations as large as 13 megapixels / 5 megapixels. The x3 will be available in dual- and quad-core variants with Mali graphics chips. The Atom x5 and x7 are meant for more powerful machines and are capable of running both Android and the full desktop version of Windows. These SoCs use Intel's 14nm processes and support 64-bit computing. They can handle up to Cat 6 LTE and Intel Gen 8 graphics. The x7 offers improved 3D performance for gaming, too. Intel expects to see the Atom x3, x5, and x7 reach consumer devices during the first half of the year. Last, Intel announced the XMM 7360 LTE modem. It supports carrier aggregation and LTE downlink speeds up to 450Mbps. It supports 29 different cellular bands, LTE Broadcast, VoLTE, and dual-SIM devices. It uses envelope tracking to improve power efficiency. The XMM 7360 can be prepackaged with Intel's WiFi, GPS/GLONASS, and NFC connectivity options. Intel expects to see devices with the XMM 7360 reach consumers during the second half of the year.
Hands-On: Microsoft Lumia 640 and 640 XL
Microsoft debuted another pair of mid-range handsets in the long buildup to Windows 10. The Lumia 640 and 640 XL are worthy update to the 635 and 1320, but they leaving us aching for a new flagship from Microsoft.
Lumia 640 XL Offers More for Phablet Lovers
Microsoft today announced the Lumia 640 XL, a larger version of the Lumia 640. The screen is stretched to 5.7 inches, the camera is improved to 13 megapixels, and the battery is slightly bigger, as well. It includes Microsoft's standard set of productivity apps and supports LTE 4G. It will ship with Windows 8.1, but can be upgraded to the full version of Windows 10. The Lumia 640 XL will be available in April from AT&T, T-Mobile, and MetroPCS in the U.S. Microsoft said it will include a one-year subscription to Office 365, 1TB of OneDrive storage, and 60 Skype world minutes. The price will be approximately $245.
Microsoft Demonstrates More Windows 10 Features
Microsoft today revealed more features specific to the smartphone version of Windows 10. For example, Skype integration will return to the native messaging application. The device will expand the number of tools available in the action center from four to 12, and newly-installed apps will appear at the top of the app menu listing. The company talked up the Project Spartan browser, which Microsoft says will adapt to whichever type of device on which it is running. One new feature is a Reading List view, which simplifies the layout of web articles to make them easier to read. Project Spartan is a universal app, meaning it runs similarly across all Windows devices. The company also demonstrated how HERE Maps works on the Surface and can easily transition to other form factors, such as PCs and smartphones. Reminders set in Cortana will sync across all Windows 10 devices, no matter which device was used to create the Cortana reminder. Further, Cortana's Notebook feature will be better at making suggestions based on the user's interests. Microsoft also spent some time showing off the email application, which makes it easy to flag or archive messages, set calendar appointments, highlight and select text, as well as loop in colleagues for threaded conversations. Windows 10 is available as a technical preview to select Lumia devices, but isn't expected to reach all phones until later this year.
Microsoft Commits to Windows 10 Flagship Later This Year
Microsoft today said it has a range of new Windows 10 handsets prepared for debut later this year, including a new flagship device scheduled for mid-year. Microsoft hasn't released a flagship Lumia phone in over a year.
Microsoft Announces the Lumia 640
Microsoft today announced the Lumia 640, a new Windows Phone. It has colorful and interchangeable rear shells. It includes Microsoft's standard set of productivity apps and supports LTE 4G. The 2,500mAh will last all day, says Microsoft. The phone has a 5-inch HD screen and supports single- and dual-sim configurations. The camera captures 8-megapixle image. It will ship with Windows 8.1, but can be upgraded to the full version of Windows 10. The Lumia 640 will be available in April. The price will be approximately $178.
BlackBerry Repackaging Device Management Suite
BlackBerry today announced the BlackBerry Experience Suite, a package of software that will help businesses manage their Android, iOS, and Windows smartphones and tablets. The suite will take form in three distinct services: Productivity, Communications and Collaboration, and Security. "We want to empower all mobile professionals in order to supercharge their productivity and allow them to work across all their devices in an effortless and secure way," said BlackBerry. BlackBerry plans to sell these three products separately or together to corporations. BlackBerry plans to ship the BlackBerry Experience Suite later this year.
OneDrive for Windows Grabs New Security Features
Microsoft today released a modest update to its OneDrive application for Windows Phone handsets. OneDrive now allows users to sign in with multiple Microsoft accounts on a single device. It also adds PIN code protection to prevent people from intentionally or inadvertently accessing, changing, or deleting files. Last, the app adds the ability to create and manage photo albums (different from folders) directly on the handset. Microsoft says the albums can contain photos from any folder in OneDrive and can be easily shared with others. OneDrive for Windows Phone is free to download from the Windows Store.
Google to Kill Windows Phone Softcard App
Softcard today indicated that the Windows Phone version of the Softcard mobile payment application will be discontinued. "The Softcard for Windows Phone app will be terminated. A specific termination date will be provided soon," said Softcard in a statement on a new FAQ web site published today. Softcard was developed by AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless. Supported devices, including a handful of Windows Phones sold by AT&T and Verizon, can use Softcard to make tap-and-go mobile payments at participating retailers. Google purchased Softcard's assets from AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon earlier this week to bolster its own Google Wallet application. The three carriers have agreed to preload Google Wallet on their Android handsets moving forward. Wallet competed with Softcard. Softcard didn't indicate how soon the Windows Phone app will be deactivated. Without it, Windows Phone handsets won't have the same mobile payment options available to Android and iOS devices.
Microsoft to Let Developers Add OneDrive to Their Apps
Microsoft today released an API for its cloud-based OneDrive storage service. The API will allow third-party app developers to add OneDrive access and features, such as file retrieval and uploads, to their own applications. The API is compatible with Windows, Android, and iOS devices, in addition to desktop web browsers. Microsoft said it will use the API internally with its own apps to "ensures that everyone is building on the platform with the same set of tools." When Microsoft adds new features to the API, developers will have immediate access to them. Microsoft has spent the last year expanding the availability of its core apps and services across platforms. This is the latest step in its more open strategy.
Microsoft to Close the Door On Windows Phone's 'Rooms'
Microsoft has begun informing owners of Windows Phone handsets that it will discontinue the Rooms feature in March. Users will still be able to see their rooms, as well as use existing photo albums, calendars, and notes, but users won't be able to create new rooms or change permissions in existing rooms. The chat function will be disabled, as well. Rooms were added to Windows Phone 8 as a way for small groups to communicate and share information. Microsoft noted that Rooms will not be available in Windows 10, including the technical preview, which is already available to select devices.
iPhone Users Can Now Store Office Documents In iCloud
Microsoft today announced several new features for its Office suite of productivity apps. First and foremost, third-party cloud providers can now integrate their own services into the "locations picker" in the iOS Office apps. This means mobile device users can open, edit, and save their documents to any cloud service. Apple's iCloud is the first to receive this support, so iPhone and iPad users can store their mobile Office documents in iCloud. Microsoft said it plans to bring this feature to the Windows and Android versions of Office soon. Further, Microsoft is making it possible for cloud storage providers to weave Office Online into their own mobile applications. Microsoft's vision here is to let people open, view, and edit their online documents from any browser on any device. Microsoft said Box, Citrix, and Salesforce are already working on this level of integration. Microsoft has dramatically increased the availability of Office to mobile devices in recent months with the hopes that people and businesses will continue to use its productivity suite rather than competing products from Apple and Google.
Windows 10 Preview for Phones Now Available
The technical preview for Windows 10 on smartphones is available beginning today, according to Microsoft employees. "Okay, Windows Insiders, you've all been patient enough. Today is the day for Win10 Technical Preview for phones," tweeted Gabriel Aul. Aul's comments were echoed by Microsoft's Joe Belfiore. He said, "Who's ready!? Who's ready!? Now remember, these bits are early! Still lots of work to do, but still, this will be fun." In order to access the technical preview of Windows 10 for phones, interested parties will need to be part of the Windows Insider program (free to join). According to the documentation available through Windows Insider, the Lumia 630, 635, 636, 638, 730, and Lumia 830 are compatible with the technical preview. At the moment, Microsoft's flagship handsets, the Lumia 1520 and Lumia 930, cannot install the Windows 10 preview. Owners of these handsets will need to have the Windows Insider app installed on their phone before they can proceed. Microsoft's Belfiore said the company will add features and more handsets to the technical preview over time. The Technical Preview is not for everyday people. It is an unfinished version of the operating system meant for testing purposes. Microsoft isn't expected to deliver the final version of Windows 10 to PCs, tablets, and smartphones until the summer months.
Nokia Updates HERE Maps for Android and Windows
Nokia today announced sweeping updates to its HERE Maps application for the Android and Windows Phone platforms. The chief goal of this update was to improve the accuracy of maps worldwide with new/changed roads. HERE now more accurately represents inland water, such as ponds, rivers, and lakes. Nokia says the maps for Cyprus, Mayotte, and Zimbabwe have been updated in their entirety and are now navigable via turn-by-turn directions. Nokia took pains to increase the accuracy of how transit lines are mapped, as well. Specifically, the cities of Kaohsiung, Taipei, Curitiba, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Singapore now more accurately show where subway, train, and bus lines pass. Nokia said the updated version of HERE Maps is rolling out worldwide over the course of the next few days. Nokia HERE Maps is free.
Qik Makes Sharing Videos Across Social Networks Simpler
Microsoft today announced updates to its Android and iOS video messaging applications that simplify sharing. In earlier versions of the app, users needed to save videos to their camera roll before they could be shared outside of Qik. Moving forward, users will be able to record from within Qik and then share to whatever other social networks/services they might have accessible from their phone through the phone's native sharing tool. The update is available today to Android and iOS devices, but not yet to Microsoft's own Windows Phone platform. Microsoft said a new version of Qik for Windows Phone is still several months away.
Low-End Lumias to Get Stripped Down Windows 10
Microsoft's Joe Belfiore said on his Twitter account that entry-level Windows Phones may not get all the features of Windows 10. "We are working on Win10 for 512MB, including 520. Our ambition is to make Win10 available for these devices, but features may vary," wrote Belfiore. Many of Microsoft's most popular Lumia devices are entry-level handsets such as the 520, 530, 625, and 630, which are all limited to 512MB of RAM. Belfiore didn't say which features will or won't be included in the system update for low-spec'd phones. Microsoft had previously said all Windows Phone 8.1 phones would updated to Windows 10. Microsoft is expected to release a preview version of Windows 10 for phones this month.
TileArt App for Windows Phone Encourages Creativity
Microsoft recently released a new app called TileArt that lets Windows Phone owners fully customize the appearance of their home and lock screens. With TileArt, people can create their own custom tile layout and upload transparent images to use with the layouts. Users can create their own lock screens and share their home screen layout with friends. The app provides access to some free TileArt, too, to help people get started. The TileArt gallery showcases backgrounds from professional animators, illustrators, and designers. TileArt is free to download from the Windows Phone Store. The app requires Windows Phone 8.1.
Bank of America to Drop Windows Phone Support, Too
Following Chase, Bank of America today indicated that it will cease to support the Windows Phone platform come March. According to the Windows Store listing for Bank of America's Windows Phone app, the app will cease to work in early March. Bank of America said its Windows Phone users will be able to access their account through their mobile browser once the app is disabled. Chase bank made a similar announcement earlier this week. Bank of America is the second-largest bank in the U.S., while Chase is the largest.
Chase Pulls Mobile App from Windows Phone Store
Chase has removed its mobile banking application from the Windows Phone Store. The company recently notified users that its app would be pulled and eventually shut down. Today the company followed through. Chase customers who've already downloaded the app to their Windows Phone will be able to use Chase Mobile until March 22, after which it will no longer be supported for account access. Chase based its decision on the lack of users. Chase still offers mobile banking apps to the Android and iOS platforms. JPMorgan Chase is the largest bank in the U.S.
BlackBerry CEO Weighs In On Net and App Neutrality
BlackBerry CEO John S. Chen penned a blog post concerning net neutrality. Chen does not think the FCC should reclassify broadband under Title II of the Telecommunications Act. He believes the FCC can come up with other ways to ensure an open, competitive market. Perhaps more interesting, however, are Chen's thoughts on "application neutrality." Chen believes application developers and content providers should be required to make their apps and services available to all mobile devices, including BlackBerries. "Not all content and applications providers have embraced openness and neutrality," wrote Chen. "Unlike BlackBerry, which allows iPhone users to download and use our BBM service, Apple does not allow BlackBerry or Android users to download Apple's iMessage messaging service. Netflix, which has forcefully advocated for carrier neutrality, has discriminated against BlackBerry customers by refusing to make its streaming movie service available to them. Many other applications providers similarly offer service only to iPhone and Android users. This dynamic has created a two-tiered wireless broadband ecosystem, in which iPhone and Android users are able to access far more content and applications than customers using devices running other operating systems. Therefore, neutrality must be mandated at the application and content layer if we truly want a free, open and non-discriminatory internet. All wireless broadband customers must have the ability to access any lawful applications and content they choose, and applications/content providers must be prohibited from discriminating based on the customer's mobile operating system." Both the Google Play Store and iTunes App Store are home to more than one million apps each. The number of apps available to BlackBerry and Windows Phone devices is much, much less.
DropBox Lands On Windows Phone
Dropbox has released an app for the Windows Phone platform for the first time. The app gives Windows Phone owners 2GB of free cloud storage for saving documents, files, and photos. Users can easily share their files by sending a link to others. Dropbox competes with Microsoft's own OneDrive. Users can pay to upgrade their storage to higher amounts, but the base app is free. Dropbox is already available to Android, iOS, and desktop platforms.
WhatsApp Expands to the Web
WhatsApp today made it possible for people to send messages from their Chrome browser in addition to their mobile device. The Chrome-based service is compatible with Android, BlackBerry, and Windows Phone devices, but not iOS due to "platform limitations." In order to launch the web-based functionality, users need to scan a QR code from within the WhatsApp application on their handset. They are then able to unlock the Chrome-based desktop client, where they'll be able to message their WhatsApp contacts.
Microsoft Reveals Details About Windows 10
Microsoft today offered an early first look at its forthcoming Windows 10 operating system, which will run on PCs, tablets, and phones. Microsoft said it is taking a new, more user-centric approach with Windows 10. It is incorporating the feedback it received about Windows 8/8.1 and is making sure to add user-requested features, such as the old Start menu. The company now views Windows more as a service and it will provide continual updates. Microsoft said Windows 10 will be a free upgrade during its first year of availability, for example, to all devices running Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows Phone 8.1. Windows 10 for PCs and tablets will gain features from Windows Phone, including the Action Center and Cortana, Microsoft's voice-activated personal assistant. Windows devices with screens 8 inches and larger will include the "desktop experience." Smaller devices will have an altered experience more suited for phones. A rough build of the phone-centric version of Windows 10 features a revised settings menu that has new graphics. Windows 10 also allows users to move the keyboard around on the screen if they so wish. The entire Windows 10 platform will include Skype more firmly entrenched across apps. Further, full versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint that closely match the desktop variants will be included in Windows Phone 10. All Windows 10 devices will have a new Outlook client, which has been revised with the Word engine. Other major app re-writes include the calendar, photo gallery, and Internet Explorer, which is based on Project Spartan, a complete overhaul of the browser. Last, the entire platform will more broadly support Xbox gaming, including PC-to-Xbox play. Microsoft said the first preview of Windows 10 for phones will be available to "insiders" beginning in February.
Twitter for Windows Phone Earns New Features
Twitter today updated its mobile app for Windows Phone devices and took the opportunity to add new functions. For example, Twitter now integrates with the People Hub for saving Twitter profile data. The new app also makes it possible to share web links from Internet Explorer and to send Tweets with help from Cortana. Twitter says it fixed some bugs, too. Twitter for Windows Phone is free to download from the Windows Store.
Facebook Working On Its Own Voice-to-Text System
Facebook plans to add voice-to-text transcription to its Facebook Messenger application, said David Marcus, Facebook's vice president of messaging products. Speaking to the Wall Street Journal, Marcus said the company is already testing the system using machine-to-machine learning, though he declined to say when the feature might be added to the app. Facebook expects the feature to be popular across Asia and other regions where typing various languages on mobile devices is more of a chore. Apple, Google, and Microsoft already provide their own voice-to-text services, which are built into the iOS, Android, and Windows Phone operating systems, respectively. Marcus didn't say how Facebook's transcription service will differ from what's already available to consumers. Marcus said 500 million people use Messenger monthly and it hopes to grow that number to 1 billion. Marcus indicated Facebook is exploring ways to monetize Messenger, but the company wants to avoid advertising. Facebook also owns WhatsApp and Instagram, which have 700 million and 300 million monthly users, respectively. Facebook said it will monetize Messenger before WhatsApp. Facebook has an "ambitious" roadmap for Messenger, and will add other features over the course of the year.
Microsoft Commences Denim Rollout to Lumia Phones
Microsoft today made good on a promise it made last month and began to distribute the Lumia Denim system update to devices running Windows Phone 8.1. The Denim update adds live folders, improves the Internet Explorer browser, adds SMS merging, and makes vast improvements to the imaging tools. More specifically, the Lumia Icon, 1520, 930, and 830 will also get an updated Lumia Camera. The update is being rolled out to specific devices in phases. Most Lumia phones running Windows Phone 8.1 will eventually have access to the Denim system update, but U.S. carriers haven't said when they'll push the update to their Windows Phone lineups.
Microsoft Debuts Two Low-Cost Lumias
Microsoft today announced the Lumia 532 and Lumia 435, two entry-level Windows Phones. Both devices run Windows Phone 8.1 with the Lumia Denim update and include core software features such as Microsoft Office, Skype, OneDrive, HERE Maps, and Cortana. Shared hardware features include 4-inch WVGA displays, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of storage, 1,560mAh batteries, and support for memory cards up to 128GB.
- Lumia 532: This handset (pictured) has a 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon processor, a 5-megapixel main camera, and a VGA user-facing camera. It costs about $93.
- Lumia 435: The 435 is Microsoft's least-expensive Lumia device ever at just $81. It has a 1.2GHz dual-core Snapdragon 200 processor, 2-megapixel main camera, and VGA user-facing camera.
PayPal Reaches BlackBerry 10 Devices
PayPal has made a version of its mobile application available in the BlackBerry World app store for devices running BlackBerry OS 10.x. With this new app, PayPal is available to Android, BlackBerry, Fire OS, iOS, and Windows smartphones. PayPal for BlackBerry allows owners to send/request money, check balances, see activity, redeem offers, and even check-in to pay at select retailers that accept PayPal. The app works with the Z10 and Q10, as well as newer phones including the BlackBerry Passport and Classic. PayPal for BlackBerry is free to download from BlackBerry World.
Alcatel OneTouch Pixi 3 Can Run Android, Firefox, or Windows
Alcatel OneTouch today announced the Pixi 3 series, an affordable selection of smartphones that is among the first to run one of three different operating systems. The Pixi 3 series can be loaded with the Android, Firefox, or Windows Phone platforms. Consumers won't be able to switch/load the operating system themselves; rather, the devices will be programmed by carriers. Further, the series comes with four different screen sizes (3.5, 4.0, 4.5, and 5.0 inches). With the variety of operating systems and screen sizes available, consumers can find the perfect device for their needs. The Pixi 3 series also supports 3G and LTE 4G for many regions around the world. Alcatel did not provide more details about the Pixi 3 series, such as specs, pricing, or availability. Alcatel OneTouch also launched its foray into wearables today with a new smartwatch. The Alcatel Watch Series promises to offer elegant and affordable wearables that undercut the competition. According to Alcatel, the Watch Series is packed with sensors and apps that can monitor daily activities. It connects to Android devices and can be used to control music, take photos, and receive notifications. Alcatel did not say what platform the Watch Series runs, nor did it provide any specs or other details. Alcatel OneTouch has more news planned for the days ahead during the Consumer Electronics Show.
Verizon Pushing Windows Phone 8.1 to Lumia 928, 822
Verizon Wireless today made Windows Phone 8.1 with the Denim update available to the Lumia 928 and Lumia 822. Windows Phone 8.1 adds Cortana, adjustable home screen columns, and other features. The update is free. Microsoft said WP8.1 for the Lumia Icon is on deck for early 2015.