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Former Apple exec: Ballmer is distorted, never acknowledged 360's problems

A former Apple exec by the name of Jean-Louis has warned Microsoft shareholders that they should be worried by CEO Steve Ballmer. Jean slammed Ballmer for his levels of 'distortion' and denoted that he never acknowledged problems with the Xbox 360's reliability and the likes of Vista. He continued that all the apologies were left to underlings.

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FangBlade5870d ago ShowReplies(4)
Godmars2905870d ago

You'd think a guy looking like Ballmer, not to insult but kind of friendly chubby, would have some humbleness in him. Instead he comes off as being mean and egotistical. Someone who fosters the back-stabbing, idea stealing and over-enthusiasm MS is known for.

Montrealien5870d ago (Edited 5870d ago )

quick question, you label people by how they look?

And, just for the heck of it.

"back-stabbing, idea stealing and over-enthusiasm"

Yep, that pretty much sums up EVERY major corporation. They will all back stab, they will all steal ideas, and they will always have over-enthusiasm for their new products.

mrcash5870d ago

not sure why you got disagrees, all corps have their dirty practices. It's just that ms don't give a phuck if they're publicized or not, well maybe they do, however life goes on, and they still make money.

Godmars2905870d ago

In other news: your parents misinformed you about a great many things about the workings of the world. Where likely misinformed themselves.

And sorry, but Silverlight in response to Flash, Zune in response to Ipod even Xbox in response to PS2, there are just too many instances in MS's history where they've made attempt to go after a market that another company had either established or developed. Came in offering no real or minor improvement, yet had a hype-storm of "innovation" surrounding them. Mud slinging at the competition.

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Cueil5869d ago

The problem si that Silverlight is far better than flash and Zune is is a better PMP device than the iPod and Xbox was better in ever single way than the PS2 except in publisher support... Microsoft just recently started to come in a real competitor in the consumer world where as their only consumer product use to be their Win 9x OS

AngryTypingGuy5869d ago

Montrealien, you are exactly right. There are so many blind sheep on this website that like to pretend that Sony does no wrong. Get the wool out of your eyes guys, Sony wants your money too, they're not making product to be your friend.

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mookins5870d ago

You should stop being so sensitive.

mrv3215870d ago

'Why don't they live Microsoft alone.. what has he done to you, WAWAWA'

Is effectively how I read his posts.

BYE5870d ago

He probably wouldn't be in the position that he's in now at Microsoft if he was friendly and humble.

FordGTGuy5870d ago

Says Steve Jobs is distorted and didn't care one bit about Foxconn or the suicides happening because of the business practices.

Stupid Article is Stupid, Ballmer was not CEO when the Xbox 360 launched and has never been in charge for the development of the Xbox 360.

callahan095870d ago (Edited 5870d ago )

Apple isn't the only company that hired Foxconn for fabrication.

"Among other things, Foxconn produces the Mac mini, the iPod, the iPad, and the iPhone for Apple Inc.; Intel-branded motherboards for Intel Corp.; various orders for American computer manufacturers Dell and Hewlett-Packard; motherboards for UK computer manufacturer Zoostorm; the PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3 for Sony; the Wii for Nintendo; the Xbox 360 for Microsoft, cell phones for Motorola, the Amazon Kindle, and Cisco equipment."

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Top Racers Need Top Gear – Introducing the Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Controller and Headset

Omar writes: "With the Horizon Festival coming to breathtaking Japan, you’ll need the essential gear to prove you’ve got what it takes to become a Horizon Legend as you cruise, drift and explore an open world full of spectacular driving experiences. That’s why we’re happy to announce the newest Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller and Wireless Headset collection, featuring inspired designs from Forza Horizon 6. The bright cyan and lime colorways celebrate the Horizon Festival’s recognition of iconic cars and hit music, with special features that are sure to impress any collector."

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Killer2020UK65d ago

Oh my, that is one gaudy design

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15 Years Ago, Mortal Kombat (2011) Saved Gaming’s Biggest Fighting Franchise

A brutal reset, a smarter story, and a return to what made it great—Mortal Kombat (2011) revived the series.

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italiangamer67d ago

"Gaming’s Biggest Fighting Franchise"

Press X to (seriously) doubt.

DarXyde65d ago

Underrated comment. I used to hate that game so much that any time my siblings asked me to play it, I just picked Hom and shut myself down mid-match.

Soy65d ago

And then MK1 killed it again.

DivineHand12565d ago (Edited 65d ago )

15 years went by so fast. I remember playing through the story mode at launch.

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44% of games industry professionals have considered leaving the industry as a result of redundancies

New report from Skillsearch found that 22% of those surveyed had been laid off within the past 12 months.

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Cockney69d ago

Well if that 44% left im sure there would be a lot less redundancies