The Windows Ecosystem Summit is a training event hosted by Microsoft for the hardware ecosystem, in Taipei, Taiwan. At the event partners can learn about the reimagining of the Windows 8 platform and how these changes have created new opportunities for hardware partners.
The training content provides information that will help partners to develop and test Windows 8 ready systems and devices. By watching the sessions, partners have the opportunity to listen to Microsoft subject matter experts and learn how to best prepare their systems and devices to create the most exciting PCs and Devices yet.
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Certifying wireless devices using Windows Hardware Certification Kit
This session provides guidance on testing and certifying Wi-Fi and mobile broadband networking devices with Windows 8. The session focuses on improvements to the wireless LAN and mobile broadband areas of the Windows Hardware Certification Kit. The Windows Hardware Certification Program helps to ensure...
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Building great networked media devices for PlayTo apps
Windows 7 introduced Play To in order for customers to view media content on TVs or on compatible media receivers. Windows 8 extends Play To experiences to Metro style apps and HTML5 web pages. This session will cover the experience principles, app architectures and certification requirements necessary...
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Building and delivering a great Metro style app for your device
Windows 8 makes it easy to create and distribute compelling apps that bring out the unique capabilities of your device. This session will focus on how to build a great Metro style app for your device and how to use services and tools to distribute your app, device metadata and device driver so that Windows...
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Introducing Metro style device apps
Device makers often create apps as a way to differentiate their device experience and highlight device capabilities. Windows 8 makes this easy to do with new Metro style device apps that enable device makers to build and deliver unique experiences for their devices. This session will provide an overview...
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Understanding the Windows 8 Graphics Driver Model
In Windows 8, the Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) has evolved through several innovations in the graphics sub-system that will enable you to deliver great Windows user and developer experiences. This session will cover how to design and build Windows 8 systems with WDDM capable hardware and drivers....
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Understanding Bluetooth in Windows 8
Bluetooth technology enhances mobility by providing a low-power wireless connectivity option. For systems targeted at lower power consumption, transport connectivity of Bluetooth controllers plays a key role in designing an energy efficient platform. This means adding support for lower power buses while...
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Understanding USB 3.0 in Windows 8
With throughput up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0 and improved power management, USB 3.0 is the latest release of the world’s most popular PC interface. In this talk, you will learn how USB 3.0 is integrated into Windows 8 and hear Microsoft’s recommendations and requirements for taking advantage of...
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Understanding NFC in Windows 8
Windows 8 couples a simple user experience with rich developer APIs enabling apps to communicate with nearby PCs and devices using Near field communication (NFC). This session will provide an overview of the built-in scenarios and developer opportunities. We will also discuss hardware considerations...
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Understanding Wi-Fi Networking in Windows 8
Windows 8 is designed to provide a connected experience to users on a broad range of device form factors. In order to get and keep users connected to the Internet, the Windows team has made significant investments in Wi-Fi connectivity. This session will cover new Windows 8 Wi-Fi functionality, as well...
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Understanding Connected Standby
In Windows 8, Microsoft introduces Connected Standby - a new power state that enables compatible PCs to be always reachable and up-to-date. This session will provide an overview of Connected Standby, including key user scenarios, system architecture and technical requirements. This session was not recorded...
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Delivering a secure and fast boot experience with UEFI
Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) mode and Secure Boot are critically important to creating a more secure platform. This session will discuss the benefits of UEFI, including key features of Windows 8 that depend on UEFI, such as BitLocker and Seamless Boot. This session also will cover technical...