It's a funny time in the world of Windows Phone 7. So much is going on right now, with NoDo bringing copy & paste to the platform and multitasking not far away, yet it's almost like people don't even know it's there. One thing we do know is there is one random build of the operating system, apparently installed on an Italian LG Optimus 7 is floating around in the wild.
Totally unsure if this is true or a trick but the bigger question is why would you ever want to do it? If you're an HTC and Android fan boy, how about you opt for phones which offer similar hardware, specs and come out with an Android OS like Desire HD, EVO 4G or Incredible S?
Microsoft has finally rolled out the much awaited Windows Phone 7 update, dubbed “NoDo”, for all Windows Phone 7 users, which among other improvements, brings copy/paste functionality to Windows Phone 7 devices.
Own an iPhone or iPod touch but always liked the look of Windows Phone 7's Zune music interface? Now you can have the best of both worlds, thanks to a new app from Dr. Wilson Gaming, called Muzik.
The official Windows Phone Blog has confirmed that the first Windows Phone 7 update is going to be rolled out starting from today. But unfortunately, don’t expect this update to add new functionality such as copy and paste to your WP7 device. In fact this is just a small update for Windows Phones to prepare them for the first proper update which is due for release in March.
In his keynote address at MWC 2011 today, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer confirmed Multitasking, deep Twitter integration, SkyDrive, Internet Explorer 9 and Kinect support, all coming to Windows Phone 7 this year.
Yes you read that right ! Its official now, and its happening. Nokia’s CEO Stephen Elop has announced partnership with Microsoft on bringing Windows Phone 7 as the primary smartphone platform to its handsets. Joining him on-stage was Microsoft’s CEO Steve Ballmer.
Windows Phone 7 is the new kid on the block and nobody can deny it's one pretty-looking operating system. Now iPhone users can also join in the tile goodness thanks to a new jailbreak theme.
Microsoft and HTC made it official that the HTC HD2 won’t be getting the Windows Phone 7 upgrade although the hardware supports it. But that didn’t stop the hacking community from dumping a Windows Phone 7 ROM on the HD2, yes you read that right! You can now boot Windows Phone 7 on your HD2 alongside Windows Mobile 6.5, Ubuntu, MeeGo, Android 2.2 Froyo or Android 2.3 Gingerbread.
Steve Ballmer did not announce much about upcoming Windows Phone 7 updates at CES this year, except for demoing cut-copy-paste. However, according to Neowin.net, a key Windows Phone 7 employee has revealed some information to them on where the platform was heading. One of the features that were discussed was that Microsoft was working on a FaceTime competitor for Windows Phone 7.
