Windows Phone 7: Who Should Buy, and Who Shouldn't
Windows Phone 7: Who Should Buy, and Who Shouldn't
Windows Phone 7 Available in the US
Windows Phone 7 has been out on the market in North America for over a week. Reviewsare out from all different sources. Reviewer's impressions vary. The overall score for the new mobile OS is very positive. The the harshest critics has to admit WP7 is impressive. Here is what Engadget has to say about the overall experience of WP7:
We were extremely surprised and impressed by the software's touch responsiveness and speed. In fact, this is probably the most accurate and nuanced touch response this side of iOS4. It's kind of stunning how much work Microsoft has done on the user experience since we first saw this interface -- everything now comes off as a tight, cohesive whole. It really put one of our major fears about Windows Phone 7 to rest. We haven't seen any substantial lag while using the device, and the short transitions between applications or pages are well suited to the overall experience.
In the mean time, many reviewers have pointed out, there are a few things that are missing in WP7: features like copy & paste, third party multitasking, tethering, unified inbox..., and the apps. Most of those missing features are not critical. Like tethering, many of us may never use it. Multitasking is available for native apps, not available for third party apps. It might be important for certain people, but it is not that important for most people. Unified inbox is something nice to have but not something you can't live without. Copy & paste is confirmed to be added in a matter of weeks through software update. Apps are important for experienced smart phone users, especially for users who are using apps heavily, you may find some apps you use every day may not available on WP7 devices. However, numbers of apps for WP7 have been growing exponentially since launch. The fact that developing apps for WP7 is much easier than other mobile platforms makes apps less an issue for WP7 phones.
Forall the fairness, the talks about WP7 missing features are based on current iPhone, Android or Blackberry user's standpoint. If you look at the thing the other way, there are some features in WP7 that will hardly ever available on other phones, namely XBox integration, Office integration, Sharepoint/Exchange integration. Wouldn't those be missing features foriPhone, Android or Blackberry?On the other hand, those "missing features" that reviewers have mentioned will be addedto Windows Phone 7rather rapidly.
So, based on this background, if you are on the market for a smart phone, will you buy a Windows Phone 7?
If you are a faithful iPhone user, and you have a lot of apps that works perfectly for you. I don't see much incentives for you to switch to WP7 at this moment.
If you are an Android user, and you are probably fond of the power of customization in your phone, also you don't want to wait for a few week to get features like copy/paste. I don't see you switch WP7 either. Not at the moment, but I can see you may want to give it a try.
If you are smart phone user who is not loyal to any brand, you care more about the fundamental functionality of a phone that is fast, smooth, technically sound, and you don't mind a little wait for the afore mentioned features. You should absolutely give Windows Phone 7 devices a try to see if you like it.
If you are a casual smart phone user like most people, you don't have a lot of time to hack around with your phone. You will find WP7 phones are very easy to setup, and very easy to use. It is also fast, responsive andfun. One more thing which is very important, all those WP7 phones from any vendors or any carriers work exactly the same, even though there are different in form factors, specs, prices. This means if you ever change to another WP7 phone, you are right at home.
Using the Best Registry Cleaner in Dealing with Your Windows Registry Problems Amadeus Consulting Discusses the Potential for Windows Phone 7 Multifunction Printers,printer Cartridges,printer Repairs How To Remove Hdd Repair Virus-get Rid Of Hddrepair Virus? Emergency Plumber Austin | Plumber Repair Austin | Drains Sewers Why do I have to pay out of pocket for a repair if my vehicle is still under warranty? Distinct Features Of Windows Mobile Phones Remote Pc Repair It Support - Is It Right For You? The Advantages of Professional Credit Repair Dental Repair Through Veneers Timber Sash Windows Versus Upvc Dell Products Repair Rate Onlays – The Better Restorative Option for Larger Repairs