Nokia and Microsoft have announced a special Windows Phone press event for the 5th of September, and whilst they didn’t reveal any specific details about the event, we suspect that they will be announcing Nokia’s first Windows Phone 8 smartphones.
The Nokia and Microsoft Windows Phone event will take place in New York at 9.30AM on September the 5th, and we can expect to see a number of new Windows Phone 8 handsets from Nokia.
Anticipated Features and Innovations
We suspect that Microsoft will also unveil the date that Windows Phone 8 will launch at the event. This new operating system is expected to bring a host of new features and improvements over its predecessor, Windows Phone 7. Some of the anticipated features include a more customizable start screen, enhanced security features, and better integration with Microsoft’s suite of services such as Office 365 and Xbox Live.
One of the most exciting aspects of the event is the potential for Nokia to showcase its PureView camera technology in its new Windows Phone 8 devices. PureView technology, which debuted in the Nokia 808 PureView, is renowned for its high-resolution sensors and advanced image processing capabilities. If Nokia integrates this technology into its Windows Phone 8 handsets, it could set a new standard for mobile photography.
Market Competition and Timing
We wonder if the first Windows Phone 8 handsets will go on sale before Apple’s new iPhone 5, which is rumored to launch in either the 3rd or 4th week of September. Apple is expected to announce the device on the 12th of September. The timing of these releases is crucial as both companies aim to capture the attention of consumers gearing up for the holiday season.
The competition between Nokia’s Windows Phone 8 devices and Apple’s iPhone 5 will be intense. Apple’s iPhone has long been a dominant force in the smartphone market, and the iPhone 5 is expected to bring significant upgrades, including a larger screen, improved battery life, and possibly new features like NFC (Near Field Communication) for mobile payments.
On the other hand, Nokia’s partnership with Microsoft aims to leverage the strengths of both companies. Nokia’s hardware expertise combined with Microsoft’s software prowess could offer a compelling alternative to the iPhone. Additionally, the integration of Windows Phone 8 with other Microsoft services could appeal to users who are already entrenched in the Microsoft ecosystem.
It will be interesting to see what Nokia’s new Windows Phone 8 devices are like, and we are hoping that they will come with Nokia’s PureView camera technology which Nokia has said will be available in future Windows Phone devices. The inclusion of PureView could be a significant selling point, especially for photography enthusiasts.
Moreover, the event could also shed light on other hardware features that Nokia might introduce. For instance, there have been rumors about enhanced battery life, more robust build quality, and innovative design elements that could set these new devices apart from the competition.
The Nokia and Microsoft event on September 5th promises to be a significant milestone in the smartphone industry. With the potential unveiling of Windows Phone 8 and new Nokia handsets, consumers and tech enthusiasts alike have much to look forward to. Whether these new devices will be able to compete with the highly anticipated iPhone 5 remains to be seen, but the event will undoubtedly provide a clearer picture of the future of Windows Phone.
Source Wired
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