Windows Phone stories - Page 2
Microsoft extends Windows Phone support
Fri, 12th Jul 2013
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Software giant issues Windows Phone U-turn, revealing the support lifecycle will be extended from 18 months to 36 months.
Huawei slams 'weak' Windows Phone
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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As Chinese company considers buying Nokia, smartphone manufacturer dismisses Microsoft's Windows Phone platform as 'weak.'.
CIOs struggling to deliver the mobile goods
Thu, 16th May 2013
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CIOs cannot keep up with device vendors releasing new versions of mobile applications for existing mobile device updates every couple of months.
Microsoft advert mocks rival fanboys
Thu, 2nd May 2013
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Microsoft takes a swipe at Apple and Samsung fans in new ad, featuring a wedding brawl over whose device is better.
Smartphone newbies boost Windows Phone profits
Tue, 30th Apr 2013
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Windows Phone sees growth with 5.6% of smartphone sales in Q1 2013, attracting first-time buyers and boosting profits.
Microsoft to end Windows Phone 8 support by July 2014
Thu, 21st Mar 2013
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Microsoft says cut-off date will kick-in within sixteen months, which isn't enough for those two year long-term phone contract lovers.
Ubuntu joins the touchy, feely Linux shouting match
Thu, 28th Feb 2013
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The thot just plickened where mobile technology is concerned, as Ubuntu shows off (yet another) Linux for the handset up in Barcelona.
Oo look! Microsoft mobile strategy might not be stillborn after all.
Tue, 29th Jan 2013
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Microsoft's mobile strategy gains unexpected support, with research showing IT execs see them as a market leader in mobile enterprise solutions.
Microsoft lagging five years behind Apple
Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Microsoft trails Apple by five years in the smartphone race, despite growth forecasts, says Analysys Mason.
HTC releases Windows Phone 8S across NZ
Fri, 7th Dec 2012
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HTC launches the Windows Phone 8S in NZ, featuring cutting-edge design, Beats Audio and top-notch camera, hailed as Microsoft's signature phone.
Nokia Lumia 920 on Kiwi shelves by Friday
Tue, 20th Nov 2012
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Nokia Lumia 920, with cutting-edge PureView camera tech, debuts in NZ this Friday, exclusively on Telecom, for NZD$999.
Telecom launches Windows Phone 8
Mon, 19th Nov 2012
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Telecom New Zealand launches Windows Phone 8 with Nokia, Samsung, and HTC, showcasing the system's integration across devices.
Microsoft's window of opportunity
Tue, 6th Nov 2012
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Microsoft's Steve Ballmer bets big on new Windows Phone, eyeing rapid growth to challenge Android and iOS as the third force in smartphones.
Microsoft suspends new Windows Phone apps
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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Issues with digital certificates is preventing the installation or updating of apps from Windows Phone Marketplace.
Kiwi developer global leader in Windows Apps
Fri, 29th Jun 2012
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Local web developer sets up the worlds first 100% Windows app agency.
Windows Phone 8 to share core with desktop/tablet OS
Thu, 21st Jun 2012
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Phone operating system to run on same code as forthcoming desktop & tablet platform – meaning current users won’t be able to upgrade.
App of the Week: Genius Scan
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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So what does it do? Using the camera function of your phone, it scans and sends documents as PDFs.
300m Android devices activated: Google
Tue, 28th Feb 2012
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Crazy numbers revealed to coincide with first day of Mobile World Congress.
The unlikely winner of CES 2012: Windows Phone
Mon, 23rd Jan 2012
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Against all odds, Windows Phone shines at CES 2012, outpacing rivals with an expansive ecosystem and user-friendly appeal.
Nokia unveils first LTE Windows phone
Wed, 11th Jan 2012
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Nokia reveals its LTE flagship Lumia 900, aimed to reclaim its mobile throne, marking a new dawn in the battle against Apple.
iPhone prompted 'cage match': Windows Phone team
Mon, 9th Jan 2012
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iPhone release in 2007 forces Microsoft's Windows Phone team to scrap platform after a tense 7-hour meeting dubbed 'the cage match'.
Windows 7 phones get Evernote
Fri, 17th Jun 2011
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Evernote launches on Windows 7 phones with a unique, feature-rich interface, marking its most innovative debut across mobile platforms.
Windows Phone Mango announced
Wed, 25th May 2011
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Windows unveils Mango for Windows Phone, offering seamless integration and free updates for WP7 customers from autumn.
Android to own 49% of the smartphone market by 2012
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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By 2012, Android set to dominate the global smartphone market with a 49% share, sparking a price drop and democratising technology access.