Microsoft has confirmed the release date of its impending Windows Mobile update. All Windows Phone devices can expect the 7.5 update aka Mango update reaching their devices in the “next week or two.” Microsoft says they’ve been working with operators and mobile manufacturers to release it as soon as possible and also warned about […]
HTC Mazaa leaks out, could be WP7 running World Phone
Couple of high-resolution pictures of HTC’s upcoming phone has been leaked out. The phone is identified as Mazaa and as we can see from the keys in the image, it will be a Windows Phone 7 device. Full details are a mystery but XDA-Developers’ source tells them that the device is expected on Sprint […]
Microsoft etches Windows Phone future; IE9, multi-tasking coming this year
Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 maybe aesthetically pleasing but it lacks on many fronts when you compare it head-to-head with other competitive operating systems. Good thing now is that Microsoft is ready to address those concerns and have confirmed some new features expected in Windows Phone 7. The update that will come next month will […]
Symbian will become a franchise platform, MeeGo an open-source mobile OS project
With Nokia adopting Windows Phone 7 as the main platform, the fate of Nokia’s Symbian OS and MeeGo was uncertain. However, Nokia has come clean saying that both the platforms will continue to survive albeit both will have a different approach. Symbian will now become a franchise platform to Windows Phone 7, which means […]
Nokia teams up with Microsoft to create a mobile ecosystem
After weeks of speculation about Nokia’s partnership with Microsoft, both companies have confirmed their affiliation. The specific details of the agreement are still being worked out but it’s confirmed that Nokia will adopt Microsoft’s Windows Phone OS as the main smartphone platform. Other things that will be integrated under the new agreement: – Bing […]
HTC announces HD7, India’s first Windows Phone 7 device
HTC has managed to launch India’s first Windows Phone 7 device with the introduction of HD7. HTC has a long term association with Airtel and have teamed up with them again to launch the phone. HD7 is a movie watcher’s treat, thanks to its 4.3-inch display and an integrated kickstand. It is powered by […]
Microsoft: 1.5m WP7 phones sold in 6 weeks
Microsoft has confirmed sales figures of its Windows Phone 7 devices. Sure, it’s nowhere close to what Apple managed to sell their iOS-equipped iPhone 4 but it’s a good start to a fresh platform, which has garnered sales of 1.5m units over a period of 6 weeks. Microsoft’s Achim Berg, vice president of business […]
Dell Venue Pro now available from $99.99
Dell is now selling its Venue Pro smartphone in the United States. The Windows Phone 7 device which will be locked to T-Mobile USA is available for customers to order via Dell.com, calling 1-800-308-DELL or by visiting one of Microsoft’s retail stores. Coming with a 2-year contract, the 8GB variant will go for $99.99 […]
LG and Microsoft tie up to provide free apps to Windows Phone 7 users
LG and Microsoft have teamed up to offer a special treat to LG Windows Phone 7 users. In a unique promotion, users using LG WP7 handsets will get 10 free apps every 60 days. The apps valued more than $30 will be handpicked from different genres and will be offered for free for a […]
Amazon will launch Kindle app on Windows Phone 7
After releasing the Kindle app on iOS and Android platforms, Amazon has announced to launch its e-book reading app for the newest Windows Phone 7 platform. The app will be released later this year and will include new features like personalized book recommendations on the Kindle home screen and ability to send book suggestions […]