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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Microsoft tackles iPad with Surface tablet


(Reuters) - Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O) introduced its own line of tablet computers on Monday at a much-hyped press event in Los Angeles, marking a major strategic shift for the software giant as it struggles to compete with Apple Inc (AAPL.O) and re-invent its aging Windows franchise.
President of the Windows and Windows Live Division Steven Sinofsky (L), Corporate Vice President of Windows Planning, Hardware & PC Ecosystem Michael Angiulo and GM of Microsoft Surface Panos Panay (R) hold the new Surface as it is unveiled in Los Angeles, California, June 18, 2012. REUTERS-David McNew
The new tablet line, named Surface, includes a consumer device aimed directly