Neowin News Feed for: Newco

Microsoft wants to 'redefine reading as we know it'

Tyler Holman — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:32:42 +0000

A new Microsoft job posting says that the Office team is looking for a program manager with experience in 'digital content ecosystems' to work on a project that will 'redefine reading as we know it.' Read more...

Nook sales decline; NewCo plans continue

John Callaham — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 01:46:04 +0000

Barnes and Noble said today that Nook device sales were down in the company's fiscal fourth quarter. The plan to separate the Nook business with help from Microsoft is still continuing. Read more...

Another big hint of a Windows 8-Nook tablet?

John Callaham — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 23:42:07 +0000

A new regulatory filing from Barnes & Noble has revealed more details about the bookseller's new partnership with Microsoft, including another hint of a possible Windows 8-based Nook tablet. Read more...

Microsoft and Barnes & Noble team up for Nook spinoff

John Callaham — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:50:45 +0000

Microsoft and bookseller Barnes and Noble have announced a new partnership that will form a new company, with the working name Newco, that will include the Nook tablet and eReader business. Read more...