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Windows phones should run Android apps, says Steve Ballmer

Adam Westlake | Dec 3, 2015

Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has made some strong criticisms against the company this week, making clear his disappointment in the recent news that the goal of having Android apps run on Windows 10, known as "Project Astoria," may be shelved. Speaking to Bloomberg, Ballmer, who is also the company's largest individual shareholder, made such comments following current Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's responses at a recent shareholder meeting.

Ballmer, Gates no longer pals; blame Nokia, Vista

Nate Swanner | Oct 8, 2014

It seems the Nokia deal former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer pulled off right before leaving the company had a strong ripple effect. Not only is Microsoft feeling the squeeze to produce great handsets and carry on Nokia’s legacy, but a friendship was ruined in the process. Ballmer and Bill Gates are apparently on the outs, and are no longer on speaking terms with one another. The reason for the former besties not talking to one another is that Nokia buy, and Ballmer’s actions shortly after.

Blue Screen of Death author revealed: Steve Ballmer

Brittany A. Roston | Sep 5, 2014

The Blue Screen of Death. Nearly every Windows user knows what it is, but few know who was responsible for it. According to a blog post on MSDN, it was Steve Ballmer who wrote the screen's message, doing so after he saw the original version and decided he didn't like it.

Ballmer steps down at Microsoft, still owns $15BN in stock

Chris Burns | Aug 19, 2014

In an industry change-up it would have been difficult for anyone for foresee, the former CEO of Microsoft has officially switched gears to basketball. While it was revealed earlier this year that Steve Ballmer would be purchasing the LA Clippers, today he made the big change official: he’d also be stepping down from the board of directors at Microsoft.

Ballmer Clippers speech baptizes the team in screams

Chris Burns | Aug 18, 2014

A whole new environment has been introduced to the wild attitude of former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer this week as he takes over as owner of the LA Clippers. The video you’re about to see will excite you, thrill you, and generally make you glad to be Clippers fan, if you are already. If you’re not, Ballmer may just make you want to start.

Steve Ballmer buys LA Clippers

Chris Davies | May 30, 2014

Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has bought the Los Angeles Clippers for $2 billion, its been confirmed, with the outspoken executive channeling his retirement time into a new hobby as team owner. Ballmer is believed to have beaten out several other bids, including one by David Geffen for $1.6bn.

Ballmer tipped in bid for LA Clippers

Brittany A. Roston | May 29, 2014

Steve Ballmer, formerly of Microsoft fame, has made a bid for the Los Angeles Clippers, it has been said. The information comes from ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, who speaks on the behalf of unnamed sources that confirm the leak. The rumor hasn't yet been officially confirmed.

Microsoft CEO doubted Nokia deal in screaming Ballmer board meeting

Chris Davies | Mar 5, 2014

New Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella originally opposed the company's acquisition of Nokia's device business, it's reported, with claims of a ferocious board meeting that saw then-CEO Steve Ballmer shouting at the leadership team over their deal doubts. The outspoken exec, Microsoft's second CEO in the company's history, supposedly signed his fate, with his shouting - apparently audible outside of the closed conference room - getting him the necessary support to go ahead with the Nokia purchase, but also the final stroke in undermining the board's confidence in him.

Microsoft’s backseat drivers scared off outside CEO candidates

Chris Davies | Feb 5, 2014

Several potential candidates for Microsoft CEO bowed out over concerns about how vocal and intrusive Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer would be, sources close to the selection process say, with final selection Satya Nadella supposedly clinching the deal in part because of how close he wanted Gates to be, not how distant. That Microsoft had only had, until this week, two chief executives in its history - both of whom had notoriously strong personalities - had supposedly dissuaded possible external candidates like Ford CEO Alan Mulally.

Meet Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s anti-Ballmer

Chris Davies | Feb 4, 2014

Satya Nadella wears hoodies. He understands the rules of cricket. More importantly, the newly-named Microsoft CEO understands hardware, something Steve Ballmer has struggled to convince the company, its board and investors, and indeed its OEM partners and customers, that he does over the course of his tenure. "I want us to be able to take our focus and innovation forward" Nadella said of his aims at the company where he's already spent 22 of his 46 years.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella: Gates, Ballmer, Thompson sound off

Chris Burns | Feb 4, 2014

This week Microsoft welcomes in their newest CEO: Satya Nadella, and with him come the congratulations and assurances of the biggest names in the company, particularly the two former CEOs. Nadella was the head of the cloud movement inside Microsoft and, as such, is supported by Bill Gates as an innovator that doesn't just deserve to be CEO, but is the clear choice to lead the company into the future. Ballmer, meanwhile, suggests that Nadella is a "proven leader" and has both the technical skills and the business insight needed to move forward.

Microsoft CEO tipped: SVP of R&D Satya Nadella

Chris Burns | Jan 30, 2014

This afternoon it's been tipped by sources apparently briefed on the process that Microsoft's next CEO has been chosen. The SVP of research and development for the company's online services division - aka the company's enterprise and cloud chief - Satya Nadella - is said to have been chosen to replace Steve Ballmer as CEO of the company.