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Microsoft considers one Windows fits all approach

Tue, 26th Nov 2013
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Microsoft eyes unification: Mulling over a 'one Windows' strategy, streamlining OS for better flexibility and universal app compatibility.
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Microsoft reveals third Windows Phone 8 update

Tue, 15th Oct 2013
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Microsoft reveals Windows Phone 8 Update 3 will begin rolling out in the next several weeks, set to be the largest update to the platform yet.
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Hey Apple, 2007 called… it wants its camera phone back

Fri, 23rd Aug 2013
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Microsoft has released a new commercial taking a dig at Apple's iPhone, claiming that their camera is outdated.
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Android and Windows grow as iOS slows…

Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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Apple's iOS market share dropped in Q2 2013 despite strong shipments, while Android and Windows Phone saw growth. Apple hopes to rebound with new launches.
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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.
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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.'.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Microsoft lagging five years behind Apple

Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Despite growth, analysts predict Microsoft will trail five years behind Apple in smartphone shipments, holding just 9% global market share by 2017.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Kiwi developer global leader in Windows Apps

Fri, 29th Jun 2012
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Marker Studio launches Marker Metro, the world's first dedicated 100% Windows app agency, to capitalise on the release of Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8.
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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.