How to (unofficially) upgrade in place from Windows 8.1 Preview to final code

Windows 8.1 is here at last, and all Windows 8 users can upgrade for free by visiting the Windows Store. Even users who are currently running the Preview code that was released in June can get the official update – something we’re very pleased to see, as it had been expected that they’d have to wipe... more .

Windows 8.1 now available to download

Microsoft's Windows 8.1 update is now available to download. Windows 8 users will see a notification in the Windows Store with a prompt to upgrade to the new operating system. Microsoft has added a number of improvements with this update, including built-in Bing search, smart SkyDrive syncing, and visual changes to the Start Screen and application... more .

Microsoft Talks Cross-Play Between Xbox One, Windows 8

Microsoft's Phil Spencer recently spoke to AusGamers about the idea of cross-platform play between the PC and Xbox consoles. He remained tight-lipped about the possibility in the upcoming Xbox One and Windows 8 PCs, but admitted that the idea makes a lot of sense. After all, both platforms are based on the Windows 8 kernel, both... more .

Windows 8.1 Rolling Out Worldwide

Here comes the Windows 8.1 storm. TechCrunch points out that Windows 8.1 will begin rolling out to current Windows 8 users on Thursday at 4 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. The update will bring a number of improvements including a variety of tile sizes, an improved Windows Store, the semi-return of the Start button, the ability to... more .

$10,000 Bounty Awarded for Microsoft Windows 8.1 Bug

Microsoft recently sent out a bounty for a hefty $10,000 if someone could smash a pesky Windows 8.1 bug. The tech giant has usually shied away from depositing rewards like this in the past, but this year, Microsoft has started to change that. They started using the same bounty system earlier this year, around June, to... more .