We react to Microsoft’s purchase of Skype, and share our thoughts, predictions, and a full round up of analyst chatter. Plus find out why Microsoft might be getting a bit of a deal on this massive $8.5B purchase!
Plus – Our quick thoughts on today’s Google I/O news and a few highlights from today’s announcements from Google!
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Show Feeds:
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Show Notes:
–Announcement
–Confirmation
–Fears & Hopes
–Coming to MS platforms
–5 Big Takeaways–Security vulnerability on Skype for Mac
MS Not paying US taxes for the $8.5Bill purchase?
“Of Microsoft’s nearly $50.2 billion in cash and liquid investments, about $42 billion is held in foreign subsidiaries and would otherwise be subject to a tax hit if the money were brought back to the U.S. Ballmer said it is appropriate to use overseas cash because Skype is headquartered in Luxembourg.”
Chris’s thoughts:
-Xbox 360 integration might finally bring Video calling to the TV in an easy way?
-Crazy VR possibilities with Kinect?
-What does this mean for Skype on Linux? (and Mac?)
-Will skype be built into Windows Phone 7 to compete with facetime and GoogleTalk?
Google I/O:
“This Is My Next” coverage: https://live.thisismynext.com/Event/Google_IO_2011
Gizmodo coverage: https://gizmodo.com/5800397/live-from-google-io
Engadget coverage: https://www.engadget.com/2011/05/10/live-from-google-i-o-2011s-opening-keynote/