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Android, iPhone competitors wage weak battle

In the smart phone business, the conventional wisdom is that everyone is battling for third place behind Google and Apple.

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created Dec 22, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 1

1.5 million Windows 7 phones sold in six weeks (Update)

Microsoft released its first sales figures on Tuesday for new Windows Phone 7 smartphones, saying more than 1.5 million of the handsets were sold by manufacturers in the first six weeks.

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created Dec 21, 2010 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 2

Can Windows Phone 7 match elegance, versatility of iOS and Android?

It has taken forever, but Microsoft's overhauled mobile platform is finally here. The stakes have changed drastically since its last major update. Smart phones have taken over as the mobile device of choice for consumers, ...

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created Dec 16, 2010 | popularity 1 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Microsoft VP: iPhone, Android offered mobile cues

(AP) -- A Microsoft executive says the company has tried to take advantage of the fact that it's playing catch up.

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Microsoft sues Motorola over 'excessive' royalty demands

Microsoft, which accused Motorola a month ago of violating its smartphone patents, filed suit against the US telecom giant again on Tuesday, accusing it of demanding "excessive" royalties.

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Microsoft Windows Phone 7 devices go on sale

(AP) -- Smart phones running Microsoft's new software are now available for AT&T Inc. and T-Mobile USA customers.

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created Nov 08, 2010 | popularity 2.3 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Review: Microsoft hits refresh on smartphones

With the launch of the Windows Phone 7 platform, Microsoft is entering a smartphone race that started in earnest more than three years ago.

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created Nov 05, 2010 | popularity 1.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Microsoft's Ballmer hypes smart phone, browser

(AP) -- Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer pumped up unique features in the company's new Web browser and smart phone software at a software developer conference Thursday, the company's annual pep rally for people ...

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created Oct 28, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Review: Windows Phone 7 a new start for Microsoft

When it comes to smart phones, Microsoft is itching to get back in the game. Microsoft was sick of watching consumers flock to Apple's iPhone and smart phones running Google's Android software as its own Windows ...

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created Oct 21, 2010 | popularity 2 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Hopes high for Microsoft's new smartphone platform

Microsoft took the wraps off of its Windows Phone 7 line of smartphones Monday, beginning a push that the software giant hopes will maintain its relevance in an increasingly mobile world. ...

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created Oct 15, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Microsoft launches Windows Phone 7 platform in Asia

Microsoft on Tuesday launched its new mobile phone operating platform in key Asia-Pacific countries as part of a campaign to catch up with rivals in the lucrative smartphone market.

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created Oct 12, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Microsoft unveils new mobile platform, Windows Phone 7 (Update)

Microsoft unveiled a new mobile phone operating system Monday in a bid to claw back lost market share from the iPhone, Blackberry and devices powered by Google's Android software.

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created Oct 11, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

AT&T launching 3 Microsoft-powered phones

(AP) -- Microsoft Corp. knows the cell phone world is where it's happening, and it's determined to be a part of it.

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created Oct 11, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

New Windows-powered smartphones coming in October: report

Microsoft plans to unveil smartphones using the latest version of its Windows operating system on October 11 which will be sold exclusively by AT&T, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday.

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created Sep 30, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Microsoft to introduce new smart-phone operating system: Windows Phone 7

Microsoft is the undisputed king of operating systems -- except for the ones you hold in your hand. The company, whose Windows software dominates on desktops and laptops, has been also developing systems for ...

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