Topic: Cliff House

A host describes a visit to a Microsoft Store to test the Mixed Reality headset, comparing the spatial interface to the film Minority Report. The experience allows users to arrange multiple application windows in a virtual "Cliff House" environment rather than using traditional alt-tabbing. Observations are made regarding the lack of branding at the Microsoft Store compared to the crowded Apple Store nearby.

President Obama and the First Lady traveled to Hawaii for vacation despite the ongoing "fiscal cliff" negotiations in Washington. In a weekly address, Michelle Obama referred to the White House holiday theme in the past tense, leading to speculation about her frustration with the political situation. The President defended his time off, citing the heavy workload of his first term.