Gamezebo writes: "I recently attended a series of Microsoft presentations on the upcoming WinMo 6.5 OS release and have been involved in the ramp up for the opening of the Microsoft MarketPlace (The Microsoft equivalent of the App Store). So I thought I would share my insights with you all.
First and foremost, WinMo 6.5 is an evolutionary step forward from where the WinMo platform is currently. And the inclusion of a store featuring downloadable content is a must these days.
But where I believe many are missing the point is by comparing WinMo 6.5 to the iPhone. That is not really a direct comparison. Were Microsoft to release an operating system over which they have strict control, which is available on only one device, also designed, built and controlled by Microsoft, then it would be accurate to judge both in parallel.
There are rumors, of course, about the Microsoft Pink phone, but even then I don't think it would be a fair comparison."
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The winner of the Pokémon Go Championship grand finals in Orlando was stripped of their title, allegedly for 'unsportsmanlike conduct' during their victory celebration. The celebration involved the winner removing their headset, standing up, and pumping their fists before shaking hands with their opponent. Many believe the ruling was excessive and that winner's victory celebration was tame compared to celebrations by winners in other competitive games.
There are people that get offended seeing others just enjoying a moment, or enjoying a hobby, or just having fun.
Can someone explain to me what is so problematic with this? I watched video multiple times and all I see dude having bit of celebration. None of his actions felt aggressive or seem like they symbolize anything... Like winning sure deserves bit of celebration like that. I mean who wants to live in the world where you aren't allowed to be excited or have bit of burst of happiness when you win? Like was he supposed to act like emotionless robot? He should be allowed to have bit of his victory "hell yeah" moment, even if it is before shaking hands with opponent. Like it is not like he didn't shake hands or whatnot. And it is not like he is like some super serious government official to have to stick to protocol to a letter. This whole thing is just ridiculous.
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