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And then this:

So Microsoft have just announced two tablets their producing in-house to go with the launch of Windows 8 and shieeeeeet. Me like.

There will be two versions: one with an ARM chipset which most tablets and smartphones today use; and a second one with Windows Pro and a ivy bridge i5 chipset inside making it essentially a full powered computer, comparable to the capabilities of today’s ultrabooks. Hell, couple that with its options for decent storage space (32, 64 or 128 Gbs), HDMI out, MicroSD slot, USB port and a ‘smart cover’ with an built-in keyboard and touch pad and these babies look to be just perfect for what I’ve been searching for in a new portable computing device.

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Yousuf Karsh (1908-2002) is one of the masters of 20th century photography. His body of work includes portraits of statesmen, artists, musicians, authors, scientists, and men and women of accomplishment. His extraordinary and unique portfolio presents the viewer with an intimate and compassionate view of humanity.

A fine portraits collection of his more famous subjects can be found here. And his official website here.