Oh, oh, oh, it's magic

I've been a way for a while, obviously.

The truth is, I was getting kind of depressed for a while there. Apple's unnecessary and expensive iPhone had been getting a lot of attention, and then there was the whole misleading "Apple overtakes Microsoft in capitalization" issue, which was totally misreported by the clueless bloggers in the tech industry, which get everything wrong anyway. Then Microsoft had a massive layoff, and they killed my beloved Kin.

But now? I'm back. What brought me back?

It was the crocodile tears I shed when I realized that the magical upcoming Windows Phone is going to change the world with its magical integration with the equally magical Windows Live.

Seriously, this is going to change the world. Even more than the Zune, if that's possible. Trust me, you've never seen anything like it. You have to go all the way back to Microsoft Bob to find something this magical and amazing from Microsoft.

In the meantime, the Steve Jobs VistaPhone is finally turning into the disaster I predicted years ago, Apple is under antitrust investigation, and Windows Vista 2.0 7 is setting sales records that would make Michael Jackson blush.

So I'm back. It's a good time to be a Microsoft toadie.

Obviously.

Time to Celebrate

The latest bug fix version of Microsoft's superior operating system has been unleashed just in time for the upcoming holiday shopping season. I can only imagine the joy of little children everywhere as they unbox their copies of Windows Vista 2 7 so they can fix the pictures of their fish.

And on a related note, Merry Christmas Microsoft Employees! Thanks for making it such a great year for everyone. Microsoft appreciates your contributions, obviously.

Your Tax Dollars At Work

So I'm not usually an emotional guy, obviously. But I cried* a little when I saw this. The next generation is in good hands under the leadership of Steve Ballmer and his glorious marketing crew. God bless you, Microsoft. God Bless You.




* Tears of joy. Obviously.

Wink, wink, nod, nod

No one advocates piracy. Obviously.

Where In The World Is Paul Thurrott

Twitter exists so that you can follow me as I travel around the world. Don't let the opportunity pass you by.

Invitations Are In The Mail

Windows 7 will be the honored guest, obviously, but you're welcome to attend the launch party I'll be holding at my house. Be sure to RSVP in the comments section.

Incredible

A look at some of the lines forming as people froth at the mouth for an opportunity to buy a new Zune. Microsoft has a huge hit on their hands. Obviously.