Windows Mobile Operating System
Most PC users know Microsoft Windows. It is one of the most commonly used operating systems all over the world. This is why it comes to no surprise that Microsoft also developed Windows Mobile for mobile devices. This started with pocket PCs due to the growing need to access Microsoft Office applications without the need for a laptop or any other device.
Mobile Office
By allowing users to do their work from their mobile device, the presence of mobile offices was cemented by the presence of Windows mobile. This allowed useful desktop publishing software like Word and Excel to be used on mobile devices. Word documents, spreadsheets and even slide show presentations can be made on the go. Versatility and functionality are the two main reasons why mobile offices are indispensable to the modern office worker.
Quick History
Windows mobile has been in use since April 2000. Originally made for pocket PCs, later incarnations of Windows mobile was made for use with mobile phones, smart phones, media players and on board vehicle computers. The first few functions of Windows mobile included basic Microsoft Office programs, a media player and an electronic book reader. Throughout the years the functions of Windows mobile was extended and enhanced further.
Windows Mobile Today
The latest version of Windows Mobile is version 6.5. This current version supports a great majority of online and networking capabilities, GPS functions, and many others. What people are really looking forward to is the upcoming Windows Mobile version 7.
From the rumors and leaks that are spreading, Microsoft’s new OS will be incorporating some high end touch-based features that incorporate dual touch controls. Aside from that, the change of the interface will be enormous as compared to the slight graphical improvements done until now.
Microsoft has already confirmed some of the rumours that are spreading on the internet. With this new operating system, version 7 is bound to change the way Windows Mobile is seen by the public.
November 9th, 2009 at 9:21 am
[...] we can expect similar packages offered in the UK. This mobile phone maximizes the potential of the Windows Mobile operating system and combines a touch screen interface with a slide out QWERTY keyboard for an [...]
November 19th, 2009 at 11:57 am
[...] has finally brought the application store to Windows Mobile (at long last too), though initially, the well accepted and sought after Windows Mobile Marketplace [...]
November 19th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
[...] of enhancements for its marketplace for Mobile site. And this is open for use now for those who run WinMo version 6.5 and [...]
November 19th, 2009 at 5:06 pm
[...] been a while since the phone has gotten its re-christening and is enjoying the position as the main Windows Mobile phone. This little Snapdragon wonder provides users with an excellent alternative to the HTC HD2 if [...]
November 27th, 2009 at 9:58 am
[...] states sees the arrival of new OS platforms (the Maemo and the Bada), major updates to existing OS (WinMo 7 and Android Flan) and of course, the ever constant iPhone. With all the new things coming out [...]
December 1st, 2009 at 1:49 pm
[...] users will be familiar with its look and feel as the Windows Mobile 6.5 platform gives it desktop like multitasking features as well as application support to view MS [...]
December 4th, 2009 at 10:29 am
[...] its mobile operating software to be used in many of the major mobile phones released this season, Windows Mobile 7.0. However, Microsoft is not very keen to give out details about the nature of innovations that [...]
December 5th, 2009 at 10:58 am
[...] places in Sync with Google Maps on your Phone. With the release of Google Maps for Mobile 3.3 on Windows Mobile and Symbian Phones, you now have the benefit of keeping the starred places on your Phone and [...]
December 10th, 2009 at 3:18 pm
[...] witnessed the introduction of some great phones; among such phones that made headlines with the Windows Mobile operating system on board was the HTC Touch Pro2. The phone is already available on a wide range of [...]
March 26th, 2010 at 10:29 am
[...] of weeks ago Samsung has confirmed that it will be using the super AMOLED touch screen on the Windows Phone 7 device that they are currently working on. It has been confirmed that the new phone will come with [...]
March 29th, 2010 at 10:20 am
[...] of users of their existing iPhone, Blackberry, Android and Palm apps (yes, even the Palm) and the Windows Phone 7 version has already been unveiled to the [...]
March 31st, 2010 at 10:06 am
[...] and Apple are fierce competitors. Though using Microsoft’s Bing is also unlikely as it will be WP7’s primary web [...]