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WSJ: Microsoft is in talks to acquire Minecraft maker Mojang for $2 billion+

Sep09
by on September 9, 2014 at 10:24 pm
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Microsoft is reportedly in “serious discussions” to acquire Mojang, the independent game studio behind the popular Minecraft game, according to a new report from The Wall Street Journal. A source told the paper that the deal could top $2 billion and close “as early as this week.” Minecraft has developed a passionate following, especially among kids. A $2 billion valuation would be a huge win for the Swedish developer, which has largely taken an anti-establishment stance. The deal could, however, be a huge blow to fans if Microsoft decides to turn the game into a Windows/Xbox exclusive. It is possible, though,…

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WSJ: Microsoft is in talks to acquire Minecraft maker Mojang for $2 billion+

Sep09
by on September 9, 2014 at 10:24 pm
Posted In: Around the Web

Microsoft is reportedly in “serious discussions” to acquire Mojang, the independent game studio behind the popular Minecraft game, according to a new report from The Wall Street Journal. A source told the paper that the deal could top $2 billion and close “as early as this week.” Minecraft has developed a passionate following, especially among kids. A $2 billion valuation would be a huge win for the Swedish developer, which has largely taken an anti-establishment stance. The deal could, however, be a huge blow to fans if Microsoft decides to turn the game into a Windows/Xbox exclusive. Microsoft declined to comment…

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Hands-on with the Apple Watch, sort of

Sep09
by on September 9, 2014 at 10:17 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Gadgets

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The Apple Watch is real and thank heavens it’s not called the iWatch. But it is entering a very crowded market, and during my very short time with it in demo mode, it seemed to have the same issue as watches from LG and Samsung. Too thick. The watch comes in two sizes. I tried out the larger one. Apple only had the regular and Sport version available for “testing.” The more expensive Edition version was nowhere to be seen. Once on my wrist, it was déjà vu. The thickness of the watch is a reminder that you’re strapping a…

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Hands-on with the Apple Watch, sort of

Sep09
by on September 9, 2014 at 10:17 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Gadgets

Apple_Oct_2014_881

The Apple Watch is real and thank heavens it’s not called the iWatch. But it is entering a very crowded market, and during my very short time with it in demo mode, it seemed to have the same issue as watches from LG and Samsung. Too thick. The watch comes in two sizes. I tried out the larger one. Apple only had the regular and Sport version available for “testing.” The more expensive Edition version was nowhere to be seen. Once on my wrist, it was déjà vu. The thickness of the watch is a reminder that you’re strapping a…

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30 little-known features of popular social media sites

Sep09
by on September 9, 2014 at 9:16 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Roundups, Social Media

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This post originally appeared on the Buffer blog. When I first set foot in Disneyland, I race to the most famous rides first—Splash Mountain, the Matterhorn, Indiana Jones, all the biggest and best. Little do I know there are just as many hidden gems and overlooked attractions that I’ve likely missed in my sprint for the headliners. Social networks are a little like Disneyland in this regard. There’s so much to see and so much to do that some of the fun stuff is bound to slip through the cracks. Which features of Facebook, Twitter, and the other major social…

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