If you found Skype shutting down on Windows Mobile disheartening, Dan Near, Skype’s VP of Asia Pacific, has recently stated that they’re “not developing software for the new Windows Mobile software due later this year”, which could deal a lethal blow to mobile voice over IP on Microsoft’s new Windows Phone platform. It should be…
KIN, Windows Phone 7 a lot closer than we thought
When I reviewed the Kin One, I was ultimately disappointed by the artificial limitations of the “super feature phone,” especially when you consider there will definitely be Windows Phone 7 devices that won’t cost much more. Well, it looks like there won’t be much of a distinction between the two operating systems in the future.…
Microsoft intros Office Mobile 2010
While there are plenty of mobile productivity options out there, I’ve found that I’m still most comfortable with Microsoft’s Office Mobile. The software giant has just released the 2010 version and it will be a free upgrade for Windows Mobile 6.5 users. It’s definitely tough to get too ecstatic about an Office suite but this…
Rogers Samsung Messenger Now Available for $49.99
For those that pack a Windows Mobile powered device on Rogers, a new selection is now available for your consideration. The Rogers Samsung Messenger is now available, starting at $49.99 on a 3-year contract. Other options include a 2-year contract for $299.99, a 1-year for $349.99 or you can go the off-contract route for $399.99…
Bing Maps for Windows Mobile Updated With Voice Navigation
Microsoft may be trundling forward with Windows Phone 7, but in the meantime, Windows Mobile is still a nice playground to test apps like Bing. The latest version Microsoft’s search app has been updated for Windows Mobile 6.0 and up, and includes turn-by-turn directions with voice-guided navigation. Compatible handsets include the HTC Fuze, Pure, HD2,…
Microsoft Concept Phone Features Borderless Display, Projector, Phaser
In an idyllic (but cool) concept video, Microsoft shows off the potential for smartphones in the future within the context of computing in general. The phone bit starts at 2:07, but if you’re at all into tech at large, it’s worth watching from the beginning. Some of the features showcased we’re already seeing hints of…
Review: Is Microsoft’s Kin One as good as a smartphone?
Microsoft’s Kin phones are now available for pre-order on Verizon and I’ve been playing around with the Kin One for a while. Unlike the other reviews you may have seen we did the crazy thing and actually used it in real life for more than a few hours. With its unique design, solid software and…
Android, iPhone OS, Windows Mobile Apps Play Cracklin Rosie Together
Y’know, the competition between all of these smartphones tends to be high on animosity, and so we often forget that they can work together to make beautiful things – like play Cracklin’ Rosie on some junky-looking Frankenguitar composed of five phones (two Android devices, two Windows Mobile, and an iPod Touch). I’m not sure what…
Kin One and Kin Two Now Available on Verizon
May 6 is here, which means the Microsoft Kin One and Kin Two phones are now available for sale on Verizon.The Kin One packs a 2.6″ QVGA touchscreen, GPS, 3G, Wi-Fi, a 5 megapixel camera with flash, and 4 GB of internal storage, while the Kin Two kicks things up a notch with an HVGA…
Crazy rumor – Nokia to make Windows Phone
Make sure you have a lot of salt for this rumor, as the Times Online is saying that Nokia may be working on a Windows Phone. In a bullish piece about British high-tech firms, the publication slips in a little line that could have a major impact on the dynamics of the smartphone world. However,…