Microsoft is set to retire the Zune and Windows Live brands with Windows 8, it’s reported, as well as offer a switchable tablet/desktop UI in the Office 15 apps for increased finger-friendliness. The so-called “Touch Mode” button has been spotted in the Office 15 technical preview but is not yet functional, according to ZDNet‘s source, but which will presumably boost icon size among other tweaks for those using the software in Metro mode on tablets and touchscreen all-in-ones.

Via [slashgear.com]