Windows Phone 7 Apps Update: Microsoft Released Windows Phone 7 Development Tools

July 17, 2010 · Filed Under Windows · 1 Comment 

Even though there is still no existing Windows Phone 7 handset in the market, Microsoft has already released the Development Tools for creating Windows Phone apps for the the Windows Phone 7 OS. You can go to http://developer.windowsphone.com/. The Windows Phone 7 Dev Tools were first announced during the MIX 10 Conference but Microsoft is releasing this near-final beta version to attract potential app-makers. Rumor has it that Microsoft plans to do a commercial launch of Windows Phone 7 smartphones as early as October this year.

Windows Phone 7 Dev Tools Photo

Windows Phone 7 Dev Tools Beta Version is Ready for download

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DreamBook ePad A10 – New Windows 7 Tablet PC from Australia

July 12, 2010 · Filed Under Laptops/Notebooks · 2 Comments 

Pioneer Computers is selling the DreamBook ePad A10 Tablet PC for a low price. Pioneer Computers is Australia’s biggest OEM company for computer products but this is the first time that they are entering the tablet computer market. The latest product from their laptop-brand DreamBook series is a Windows 7 slate computer that’s very similar to the design of the HP Slate Tablet PC. While the HP product has yet to materialize, The DreamBook ePad A10 from Pioneer Computers is ready for purchase. The ePad A10 is targeted towards customers not only in Australia but will be sold to global clients who aren’t impressed with Apple’s iPad or Android tablets. Windows 7 is currently the fastest-selling operating system that’s being adapated by laptop, netbook and desktop computer-owners worldwide. It makes sense that tablet computers should also have a Windows 7 operating system. People who are already comfortable with the Windows User Interface and operations will find it easy to switch to tablet computers.

DreamBook ePad A10 Tablet PC Sample Photo

DreamBook ePad A10 is a real Windows 7 Tablet PC. It is not from HP or Dell, but it works well!

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Windows Phone 7 to Support Adobe Flash Player for New Mobile Phones

April 27, 2010 · Filed Under Microsoft · 3 Comments 

During the Mobile World Congress debut of Windows Phone 7 Series OS, Microsoft’s Steve Ballmer hinted that Windows Phone 7 Series mobile phones relies heavily on Microsoft Silverlight runtime. He said the initial launch of their new mobile operating system will not ship with Adobe Flash Player but say future version of Windows Phone 7 Series mobile phones will include Adobe Flash support.

Adobe Flash Player for Windows Phone 7 Series OS

Adobe Flash Player to be Supported by Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 Series Operating System

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Windows Phone 7 Series OS Will Not Support Multi-Tasking and External Memory Cards

April 5, 2010 · Filed Under Windows · Comment 

In a shocking revelation, Charlie Kindel, chief of Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 Series development team, confirmed that they have decided to disable third-party apps from doing multi-tasking on their new mobile operating system. He explained that Microsoft needs more strict control over the platform to prevent third-party apps doing excessive background processing which not only depletes battery power but might also cause instability.

Windows Phone 7 Series Mobile Devices: No Support for External memory

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Windows Phone 7 Series Minimum System Requirements (Hardware)

April 2, 2010 · Filed Under Windows · Comment 

Microsoft has officially revealed the minimum system and hardware requirements for their Windows Phone 7 Series platform at Mix10 Conference. Manufacturers will have to abide these compulsory specifications from Microsoft in order to create future handsets for Windows Phone 7 Series. In case you didn’t know, head on to the article titled “Windows Phone 7 Series Not Yet Compatible with Current Smart Phones“. Read that post to understand better why. The high demand for hardware is one reason.

Windows Phone 7 Demands High Hardware Requirements

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Windows Phone 7 Series Not Yet Compatible with Current Smart Phones

March 29, 2010 · Filed Under Windows · Comment 

A previous article on this site posted an official confirmation that Microsoft’s new mobile operating system – Windows Phone 7 Series will not support Windows Mobile OS third-party apps. Those applications were created previously for Windows Mobile OS 6.5 and older versions. This development has already inflamed other people who expected backwards compatibility software-wise. The thought that Microsoft has abandoned makers and buyers of third-party mobile phone apps for existing Windows Mobile 6.x devices is already a big disappointment.

Windows Phone 7 Series Social Networks Application

Windows Phone 7 Series People Hub: Social Networking on Windows Phone 7 OS

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Windows Phone 7 Series Will Not Run Windows Mobile OS Third-Party Apps

March 29, 2010 · Filed Under Windows · 1 Comment 

Although Windows Phone 7 Series was unveiled weeks ago by Microsoft, the company has just confirmed that their new operating system platform for mobile gadgets and smart phones won’t be supporting third-party apps created for Windows Mobile OS up to version 6.5.

Screenshot of Windows Phone 7 Social Networking App

Windows Phone 7 Built-in Social Networking App

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Windows Phone 7 OS User Interface: METRO | Windows Phone 7 Series Demo

March 29, 2010 · Filed Under Windows · 1 Comment 

The Windows Phone 7 Series was coded from a scratch. This new Windows Phone 7 OS replaces Windows Mobile 6.5 OS totally. Microsoft software engineers abandoned the old codes of Windows Mobile operating system. The first noticeable difference you will notice is the user interface. The Windows Phone 7 Series has an interface that looks like Microsoft’s Zune HD media player. Microsoft is calling this new interface as Metro. Microsoft made Metro take on an innovative approach to how user- interface should be for smart phones. The look and feel of Metro, while similar-looking to that of the Zune HD media player, the Windows Phone 7 Series interface is clearly more in-depth in scope and concept.

Screenshot of Windows Phone 7 Series Start-up Screen

Windows Phone 7 Series Start Screen

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Windows Phone 7: Microsoft New Mobile OS Replaces Windows Mobile 6.5

March 29, 2010 · Filed Under Windows · 8 Comments 

It is confirmed, Microsoft is calling its replacement for Windows Mobile 6.5 the all-new built-from-scratch Windows Phone 7 Series. After it was unveiled at the 2010 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the Windows Phone 7 Series is Microsoft’s official operating system for smart phones and mobile computing devices. The software giant seeks to dominate the mobile market like it holds majority of desktop computers around the world.

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Windows Phone Logo: Microsoft Windows Phone Operating System

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Microsoft Windows Mobile 7 OS Unveiled at Barcelona MWC 2010

February 22, 2010 · Filed Under Microsoft · 2 Comments 

Microsoft finally unveiled Windows Mobile 7 OS at Barcelona MWC 2010 to the surprise of everyone. The world’s richest tech company is out to re-conquer the mobile industry. Microsoft’s overwhelming success with its desktop Windows 7 operating system has emboldened it. According to the Wall Street Journal, Steve Ballmer is already in Spain getting ready to launch its much-anticipated and long-delayed smart phone operating system upgrade. Microsoft insiders have hinted to the Wall Street Journal that Microsoft’s boss himself will reveal Photon to the public on February 15 during the Mobile World Congress 2010. It was originally scheduled for release in 2009 but Microsoft engineers decided to enhance it further in an attempt to offer more features than Google’s Android OS – the operating system of Nexus One Superphone.

Windows Mobile 7 or Windows Phone 7 OS: Which is a Better Name?

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