MSN coffeemaker gives gadget tech a jolt

MSN coffeemaker gives gadget tech a jolt
Is Microsoft secretly hoping that you can do without Al Roker? A whole-bean coffeemaker developed by MSN Direct and Melitta gives you a morning weather report without having to turn on a TV or computer. The Melitta Smart Mill & Brew Programmable Coffee Maker which hit stores Thursday has an FM receiver that works with MSN Direct’s data service.

MSN Music retires, Zune launches - LiveSide

MSN Music retires, Zune launches - LiveSide
MSN Music retires, Zune launchesLiveSide - 2 hours agoAnother MSN service becomes content with the closure of MSN Music. With Microsoft launching Zune Tuesday, MSN Music will not become … Sources: Several Windows Live Projects Halted BetaNewsall 2 news articles

Top ad exec at Microsoft appointed head of MSN (Seattle Times)

Top ad exec at Microsoft appointed head of MSN (Seattle Times)
Microsoft has appointed its top advertising-sales executive to head the MSN online business. Joanne Bradford, formerly corporate vice president…