Microsoft Lifts Stakes With Apple Over Apps

Microsoft plans to up the ante with rival Apple when it emulates the app store concept in personal computers, starting with the next version of the Windows operating system.

Dec 6th, 2011

Wall Street Journal

SAN FRANCISCO—Microsoft Corp. plans to up the ante with rival Apple Inc. when it emulates the app store concept in personal computers, starting with the next version of the Windows operating system.

Electric Van Maker Issues Recall, Halts Deliveries

Workhorse says modifications are needed to ensure the vehicle meets federal safety requirements.

Walmart to Label 'Better' Products

It highlights products that are "good for their families, the people who made them and the planet.”

Autonomous Prototype Solves Common Mass Transit Problems

If it works, it would not only remove the negative stigma of public transportation, but actually be profitable.

Harley-Davidson Launches E-bike

The prototype was based on its oldest known motorcycle.

Toy Makers Battle Supply Chain Hiccups

Global shipping snags risk leaving shelves empty as the holiday season approaches.

Colt Poised for U.S. Comeback

The company hopes to contend for U.S. military contracts.

39-Year-Old Wins Candy Factory in Scavenger Hunt

He found the golden ticket.

GM 'Cleans Up' Battery Plants; Tesla's Tribal Land Deal; F-35 Helmet Problems | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 33

Also on the podcast, armed robots patrol borders, toilet training cows, balloon causes blackout, engineer jailed for spying and maintenance workers die in industrial accidents.

Lucid Unseats Tesla as Electric Vehicle Range King

The startup’s sedan beat the range of its top Tesla rival by more than 100 miles.

Rivian Provides First Electric Truck for Consumers

They can only be bought online.

$400k Helmet Can See Through Walls, But Not Long Hair

Wearers can't gain too much weight either.

Researchers Attempt Toilet Training Cows to Reduce Pollution

Scientists say the calves are about as reliable as young children.