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Qualcomm becomes the first chipset company to support Microsoft Windows Phone 7 series
Qualcomm Incorporated, a leading developer and innovator of wireless technologies, products and services, announced that it is the first chipset company that will support, with its integrated chipset solutions and system software, commercial launches of phones based on Microsoft Corp.’s Windows Phone 7 Series.
The Company is working with Microsoft and multiple device manufacturers on smartphones powered by its Snapdragon™ platforms and running Windows Phone 7 Series software, currently scheduled to begin launching in time for the 2010 holiday season. Snapdragon chipsets integrate high-performance, custom CPUs with 3G and powerful multimedia capabilities in a single chip.
What Partners say about Windows Phone 7 Series?
“We are excited about the new Windows® Phone 7 Series as it will establish a brand new user experience for our customers. Its simplicity will enable easy access to the mobile Internet and offer easy access to the growing number of Deutsche Telekom mobile services. Therefore, Windows Phone 7 Series is another step in our journey for connected life and work.” Michael Hagspihl, Senior Vice President, Terminal Management – Deutsche Telekom AG
“We have enjoyed a long-standing and successful relationship with Microsoft Corp., having introduced the first ever Smartphone together back in 2002. Eight years on, our collaboration continues to bear fruit to bring our customers a new kind of multimedia experience on Windows Phone 7 Series phones, combining smarter design and truly integrated experiences with simpler, more secure access to content and specialized customer support. Orange is pleased to be a key partner with Microsoft to bring Windows Phone 7 Series phones to our portfolio with such a full end-to-end mobile experience, fulfilling our ambition to bring mobile multimedia to everyone and revolutionize customer care.” Olaf Swantee , Senior Executive Vice President, Global Mobile Business – Orange
Microsoft and Qtel Sign Strategic Alliance At Mobile World Congress
Microsoft Corp. and Qatar Telecom (Qtel) announced today the signing of a broad strategic alliance to bring together integrated cloud-based services, software applications, mobile services and devices over Qtel’s converged network. The alliance aims to expand Qtel’s service portfolio, helping redefine the digital work style and lifestyle of their subscribers. The announcement was made at Mobile World Congress 2010.
The alliance is designed to enable both companies to bring together their respective assets and collective strengths to offer a range of products and services that help drive productivity while enabling customers to be more agile in their everyday technology needs. It will also look to deliver a number of new digital entertainment experiences for consumers to enjoy in the home and on the go.
Dr. Nasser Marafih, chief executive officer of Qtel, said Qtel and Microsoft would collaborate to deliver truly integrated and innovative communications services to business and consumer markets.
“This is an important alliance that will deliver world-leading services and applications from Microsoft over Qtel’s world-class networks to make a real difference in people’s lives — all made available through a seamless one-click, one-touch user experience,” Marafih said. “Qtel’s efforts will add a distinct element of mobility and connectivity to enrich the overall experience for people, to make the technology truly come alive.
“For businesses, Qtel will deliver unified communications offerings — a combination of telephony, e-mail, mobility, conferencing, collaboration and tools like ‘presence’ — to fuel a sense of real possibility and potential across the region.”
HTC HD2 vs HTC HD Mini
HTC recently introduced the HTC HD mini, an HTC Sense-based Windows Phone focused on delivering the popular experience of the HTC HD2 in a more compact design or we can call it as the younger brother of HTC HD2. Here is the side by side comparison of both models.
Microsoft getting serious about Windows Marketplace for Mobile
With the release of Windows Phone 7 Series, Microsoft is getting serious about it’s Mobile Marketplace. They are now focusing on fixing all the issues related to it’s Windows Marketplace for Mobile and coming up with big new changes. Here is what they released today.
World View: previously known as “geo selector”, the World View feature will allow Marketplace users to browse and purchase applications from different geographic catalogs. For example, a user in France could choose to browse the English US catalog, or a user in Canada could browse the catalog from Japan. All application prices will show up in the user’s local currency and Microsoft will be in touch with registered independent software vendors (ISVs) in the weeks ahead to provide step-by-step instructions on how to re-price their apps for all markets.
