With just over one day before Microsoft unveils the next chapter in its Windows 10 story, a small tidbit has already leaked from hyper indexing search engines.
Typing 'Lumia 532' into Bing or Google yields Microsoft's own product details page for the recently announced Lumia. However, the mini description, which usually pulls data from the source page, reveals this interesting line: "Windows 10 ready, the Lumia 532 smartphone is capable of running mobile games with its Snapdragon processor. Skype, OneDrive, Office and more."
Indeed, looking at the actual page source code reveals 'Windows 10 ready' being mentioned not once, but twice (see image below).
Up until this point, it has not been clear what Microsoft would call Windows 10 for Windows Phone devices. Names such as Windows Mobile, Windows 10 for Phone, etc. have been tossed around although nothing conclusive has yet been reported. However, it looks like Microsoft is going to go for the "one OS" theme by just calling it Windows 10, regardless of the hardware.
Of course, until Microsoft tells us officially the whole story, we have to file this under possibility for now.
Tune in Wednesday at 9 AM PT/ 12 PM ET for our live coverage of Microsoft's Windows 10 press conference!
Thanks, Rushil Rai, for the tip!
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Microsoft claims new Lumia 532 is 'Windows 10 ready' hinting at new OS name for phones
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<p>Wow Microsoft Lumia 532 can run windows 10 mobile while 535 get freezes, why and both sets are similar from inside. but thanks for that lumia 532 is capable and is running windows 10 phone "Thanks again"</p>
All WP8 Lumias will be able to run Windows 10 -> how hard is that to understand. They already comfirmed. Find out more apps for lumia.
i'am using l525 is my phone also gets windows 10 update or it will struck in 8.1?
I wonder which devices the carriers won’t update this time around.
My Denim is ready
Windows 10 aka: One OS
So this begs the question that if this lowly phone is W10 ready, why doen't MS have a real flagship phone available now that is too?
Means the phone will come outof the box with Windows 10.
Great October will come with windows 10 Final Version :D
and now it's gone.
Frnds windows 10 phone not available tomorrow ...as u wil get its first preview in February...beter luck next month
That's a rumor which crushes a previous rumor. Stop claiming things you're not sure of
+1520!
Haha they deleted it from the source.
If this is going to be a fully unified OS, running exactly the same apps as on tablets, laptops & desktops, then yes, it makes sense to have the same name. If it isn't, then it's a cock up which will cause unnecessary confusion. We'll just have to wait & see.
I love this site. But there are some of you who makes the most dumbest comments. Smh
I totally agree with you. All the +520,920,1520, etc are stupid. The first 100 comments are "something" ready, are y'all 12.
I'm ready to marry WIndows 10
Will ye take thy phone OS to be your beloved wife, in sickness and in health, until death seperates you?
People name our phones "Windows" anyway.. No one bothers to say "Windows Phone". BTW, when I say people, I mean the everyday-Joe.. Not enthusiasts.
This explains why did they change their windowsphone twitter account to Lumia.
Daniel uses Bing search, not Google.
How extraordinarily astute of you.
Mistaken Idnentity, I freakin love your comments, hahah. Astute he says, lmao
All I want to do is make people laugh. Nothing more. Invitingly, often the best humor is troll your humor, so I must be careful. Thank you!
Mah man!
That's quite the observation, ese.
So Windows Phone 10 is really a Windows Phone 8.2 ? Just like the Pc they didint really change much
The pc version is going to look a whole lot different in the next build. Don't forget that we are still in a very early stage on most things. A lot of hidden processes, a new UI still in the making, etc.
why is that even a question?
It is a well known fact to those who are following developments with Windows Phone, that the new unified OS will be known as Windows 10 across devices and that Windows Phone as a brand is being discontinued.
Didn't we already know that it's going to be called Windows 10?
Uh, no
Uh, yes.
My girlfriend is still not ready
Why, is she seven?
Haha
Windows 10 ready or not. I need the default mail app to attach any file. Also can't edit the mails before forwarding them.Even still can't access pdf files sent via Bluetooth to my phone. If apps like metromail wouldn't have been there it would have been very difficult to stuck with WP so long.
All i want to give those guys a word that our phone will be windows10 ready. Thats it.
03:00 hours, 22 January 2015 Brisbane time.
You should all take more atention to girls than windows.
Another budget device..... Yay! -_-
I must be a Lumia 532 because I'm also Windows 10 ready
"Tune in Wednesday at 9 AM PT/ 12 PM ET" Don't you mean 9AM ET and 12PM PT?
Just take a moment to fully understand the question you're asking, then edit your comment accordingly!
No shit, right, wtf. No wonder MS has to simplify this shit.
I'm so glad to had jumped from sybian directly to windows. Not having to pass through c3po.
Windows 10 naming resolved:
Windows RT/phone --> 'Windows 10' because it runs on anything, mobile first;
Windows including desktop(was PC) --> 'Windows 10 PRO', because it adds desktop to Windows 10,
When unified, the name must show expanded features with expanded posibilities. PRO is mobile/regular (mobile is now regular, mobile first!!) plus Desktop. If you name 'Windows 10' (regular) 'Windows 10 (for) Mobile', you loose the logic that mobile is included in the PC version, you loose the logic that PRO runs all the apps as well. PRO is more than just 10, so the name should reflect that.
Windows Enterprise --> Windows 10 PRO enterprise.
The final rationale behind this is that the mobile naming has to be the simplest. Nobody minds a more difficult naming sceme for PC's/Desktops. Those are bought anyway if the functional demand requires that. Mobile needs to be simplest and mobile needs to be first and most accessible.
If not 'PRO', any other addition to the name can be used as long as the previously metro/modern/mobile Windows has the shortest name and any version having also the desktop is the addition, also having the basic windows app environment.
Any other naming scheme is illogical and to complicated. Let the world use 'Windows 10' on any device and have 'Windows 10 PRO' for the desktop as well.
Re: egomomist, I agree with the logic. It makes sense and would be good for marketing.
Windows 10 for phones.. Windows mobile 10 .. Windows 10 for mobiles... Whatever it is called... I hope it's innovative and eye catching... Otherwise i'll be the first one to sell my Lumia on OLX.in .. I'll go for iOS with no hesitation... Had enough being a windows fan.. If the next big thing in smartphone is not the windows 10.. Then it's a goodbye from me.. I'll miss windows central though.. o_O
Update': I am talking about innovation in new features and all... Not the OS name... ;)
What Mobile do you have? let me know, i will buy it from you.
I will contact you if windows 10 for phones are not worth the wait.. :)
Why wait, sell it now..... i can use another Lumia, hope its not L1320, L720, L630 or L535, cause i already have these....
Selling a phone because of its OS name, good job.
Misunderstanding...! Updated
One OS to rule them all. Bring Windows 10 on already!
So , the point they have to specify an Windows phone 8.1 device is windows 10 compatible simple states that not all windows phone 8 phones wont be upgraded to windows 10.
Remember windows 7.5 to 7.8 saga. i think daniel is trying smooth up the PR disaster they going to have after thursdays announcement. Good luck to them
Funny that there's so much speculation over this. They told us this from the start.
Average age of this site must be 14, or single digit I.Q.. Depressing.
Hey mother fucker, I have a retarded son. He does the dishes, laundry, takes out trash daily, washes cars, checks the mail, writes programming for the U.S. Nuclear arsenal, never complains, so watch it. And he's two.
The plot thins.
who are the people who thougt or believed it would be called anything else but Windows 10. isnt the whole idea a common OS - a first?
Glad you used bing
Bring it on!
Hate to be that guy, but last time Microsoft let machines be sold with a sticker claiming readiness for a yet to be released OS did not work out too well. Just saying.
VISTA comptible :)
Windows Mojave ftw.
Wait a day more!!!
My Lumia 930 is Windows 10 ready!
No, wait! I'm NOT ready! Can we put it off for a week?
"HOW TO CHECK IF YOUR CURRENT DEVICE IS WINDOWS 10 READY:
1. Check to see if there is a Windows 10 Hologram under your battery compartment.
2. If you can't find a Hologram or you don't have access, then simply grab a Sharpie Pen and write "Windows 10 Ready" on the back crossing out any other non-applicable logos (Nokia etc)."
Yeah sure
5+3+2=10
Haha
9+2-1=10
Ready set gone
http://techtickerblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/windows-10.jpg looking cool :)
No.. It's hideous.
What the fuck is that on the far left?
Its a Motherboard.
You messin with me, cause idk.
I somehow really like the 532s looks!
9am PT is what time in GMT or UTC?
Gahhd! Don't even make me think about time zones ... :(
5PM GMT
I really wish Microsoft had a more interesting name for their mobile OS than Windows....
Like what? Microsoft IS windows it's their identity dumbass
That's like saying you wished Apple had name other than iPhone.
WIndows 10 Ready.... Vista Ready.
Thee shivers run down my spine.
Windows 10 for everything ! that is possiable if Microsoft truly is going to have Universal Apps ready now and they are available for use in Windows 10 tiles UI store. Miocrosoft's New Universal apps are said to use a programming code that can creste Apps that can work on ARMS CPU's and X86 Intel/AMD CPU controlled devices. of course legacy old X86 desktop/Server programs will still only work on X86 Inte/AMD CPU's but universal Apps are supposed to run on all ARMS and Intel/Amd CPU devices. I hope that Microsoft can pull that off. it would be a great feat and developers Apps makers could make one apps for all Microsoft devices=COOL BABY COOL !
My L925 is ready but my L1520 wants to wait a bit more.
Hmm... Preview for developers? Will get Denim?
I need rollout-ready. No more "fragmentation". I'm so excited for Windows 10. Update ready please!! :D
Hey Dan..just got email from phone insider...
Hello, Windows Insider –
It's Gabe again from here in the Operating Systems Group (OSG), with more Windows 10 updates.
As I mentioned in my blog last month, we have over 1.5 million registered Windows Insiders – and it's a very hands-on group. In fact, Windows Insiders are using Windows 10 preview builds more actively than with any prior beta release of Windows.
With new features and events just around the corner, being an Insider is sure to get even more exciting. Here's a quick summary of what you need to know:
Windows 10: The next chapter (9:00 a.m. PST, January 21, 2015)
Our Windows 10 event is quickly approaching! Satya Nadella, Chief Executive Officer, and other senior Microsoft executives will be sharing more on the Windows vision, including news of a major, new Windows 10 build. Visit here for instructions on how to view the webcast. Click here for an invitation you can add to your calendar.
The Insider Hub app
The new Insider Hub app (included in build 9879) is up and running with exclusive updates and missions (where you can try out new features and send us your feedback).
Open the Hub at least once to get notifications from the app on important news and announcements. Just search for "Insider Hub" and pin it to your Start screen for easy access.
Info for IT pros
If you haven't already checked out these blog posts and webcasts on Windows 10 and Windows 10 app, have a look now. They are loaded with details about new UI, security, and identity features, as well as new management and deployment capabilities.
Windows 10: A Store That's Ready for Business
Windows 10: Manageability Choices
Windows 10: Making Deployment Easier
Windows 10: Security and Identity Protection for the Modern World
Microsoft Virtual Academy – Windows 10 Technical Preview Fundamentals for IT Pros
Info for developers
As you already know, Windows 10 represents a big step forward around unifying the Windows development platform, tools, and Store to maximize the audiences available to developers. At the same time, Windows 10 minimizes the work to deliver optimized application and game experiences across multiple device types.
We're targeting a public Windows 10 SDK in the near future. In the meantime, the best way to prepare for Windows 10 is to build Windows XAML apps targeting Windows 8.1. Check out the free Microsoft Virtual Academy training to get started.
If you are a current Windows Phone Silverlight developer, check out our comprehensive instructional content on how to bring your skills and code over to Windows RT XAML.
Updated Program Terms of Use coming soon
We'll post the updated terms here. Be sure check back after January 21 to review. Your continued participation in the Program once the terms are live constitutes your acceptance.
For more on Windows 10, you can check out my regular blog posts that I post every month, and you can also follow me on Twitter. In the meantime, we look forward to having you join us at the January 21 event.
Thanks!
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P.S. If you haven't already installed Windows 10 Technical Preview, you can do it here. (If you are an IT pro, Windows 10 Technical Preview for Enterprise is here.) This is pre-release software, so check out Before you install to be sure it is right for you.
Got the same mail too
And I'm guessing that over 1.5 million other registered Windows Insiders got this email too. ;P
I will only believe once my device (1520) gets it as I have burnt my fingers with Denim update which is still to be received thought declared in Sep 2014!! #HappyFooling
Its only a strategy of sale New Lunia 532, rest of them are fucker Lumia, disgusting
Lol, what?
Thank you Daniel for the news..you guys do really a great job by giving us news
I am ready with my first Windows Phone #Lumia520, Please Microsoft?
All windows 8 lumia's get update to 10
I will be excited about W10 mobile if it is a full multitasking OS, resuming is annoying
Yes resuming is irritating. I want fast and fluid. AND more lively live tiles running/updating at the same time.
So are we going to finally be out of the BETA?
Windows Mobile
WP7
WP8/8.1
actually. I think WP7 and WP8 is more BETA. While Windows Phone 8.1 is more featured and therefore 1.0 release
You forgot Pocket PC
Lol. The end of the beta was declared by Nokia years ago! ;)
The plot thickens!
This is why when shopping for a new phone a month ago i didnt buy a windows phone going to wait til the new ones come out with win10 installed and not hoping the phone i bought gets it
seems ms are also going to be revieling some new hardware at this event too and possibly office mobile. Could turn into a very spectacular day for us.
But w10 for phones can't come before desktop? O.o does that mean w10 for desktop is almost done too? Can't wait!
ms have seemed to be working very hard and it is all pointing to an faster release cycle than everyone had planned or suggested before, looks as though things may be hitting retail towards the end of summer
Most likely W10 mobile will be released before W10 for desktop.
I am ready!!!
Guess we gonna get w10 sooner than expected. Go MS!
We're born Windows 10 ready.
That Windows Mobile rumor was nothing but bull to begin with.
It's Windows 10 Mobile...
My Sega master system 2 is ready, will this work on my super Nintendo?
They already said it would be called Windows 10 ages ago when they decided to remove the phone part last year
We might know more tomorrow, but for me, the whole "it's one OS across any device you use" is the whole USP. If they start diluting the name to differentiate a device whose only real differential is compatibility with decades-old cellular infrastructure they'll lose the USP.
"Windows 10 for Mobile Phone (with CDMA) Service Pack 1 Update 2 Preview R2 Cumulative Update 4" anyone?
Wait. "Windows 10 ready"? Could that mean: you can access it directly from your computer which has Windows 10? Remember the WP7(.8) phones: there was no way to get access to them without Zune.
Wouldn't that also mean that you can get features from a computer with Windows 10 on it?
Need more apps in stores
Will windows 10 preview phones still get Lumia denim? Is that a stupid question?
Firmware and software are very different. The BIOS on your pc doesn't change when you install a new OS for example
Yes. I'll let you choose which of your two questions I just answered.
Heheheh
Well, I have my doubts, but if I could have everything I wanted, it would be this:
As for a 'one more thing' kind of announcement, since they have an xbox guy at this event. The dark horse, pie in the sky, everybody-loses-their-stuff kind of announcement: Microsoft to announce Windows 10 to become *the* gaming platform from Microsoft. Xbox One to run Windows 10, and xbox one games ported to windows 10 to be runnable on certified desktop hardware (via digital download only), and some games (arcade games, etc..) to run on tablets/phones at the developer's choice. Drop the mic. Exit stage left.
Of course, none of that will probably happen. Windows 10 for phones will continue to be a different OS, running apps built specifically for phones, with no support for continuum mode. Windows 10 probably won't be able to run xbox games except ones ported to windows 10. And desktop users won't be able to run apps designed for the phone, even in a window. But it was a nice dream...
2 out of 3 will definitely happen
Drop the MIC, that's funny shit right there
I'm.not ready. Make me wait Windows like how I have to wait for Denim. When will Windows 10 be released by Christmas or does it have to get approved by AT&T first.
Who's ready?
I am wondering if tht phone is windows 10 ready it means tht the OS itself is ready for consumer preview. Means we'll be getting it real soon.. Yayyy :)
That's frickin awesome! If a low end SD200 is certified "Windows 10 Ready", that means there's hope for the 8.0 line ... Fingers crossed
It better do a better job of managing my media than Xbox Music and the POS Xbox Video.
Pretty much I would guess any phone that couldn't get windows phone 8.1 update isn't going to be able to get 10
Windows phone is my first smartphone but if win10 is big let down. My next phone will be android may be one plus one or xiaomi mi 4
I'm with you on that.
High end Windows phones were the one that was supposed to get Lumia Denim update,but that's how Microsoft released it,but Microsoft said high end first and low and mid are last.
That's not how they wanted it to release. I'm done with windows phone.
So you are leaving because an update didn't come instantly for you? LOL so your having a tantrum. Good riddens!
so you don't want any support and updates at all? (most android devices won't get updates at all, except the nexus devices). windows phone 8.x is able to get every os update, and if it takes to long you install developer preview and install the official update as it comes
Weird that many hate google but ready to jump to android at any moment if MS mobile fails them. As for me, anything google is a no no. My second choice be Apple then BB as a third.
And Firefox fourth ,Tizen as fifth.
Symbian sixth :D
But Symbian it's dead?
Already jumped to Sailfish OS, at least until W10 / summer.
Yup
I just want my phone to be as powerful as my gaming PC. Is that too much to ask?
That's why you get a Ps Vita.
which isn't even a half as powerful as a gaming pc
Yes. Unless you stream.
The start screen looks like 8.1
The images doesn't shows any sign of Windows 10
Is MS don't want to reveal features before 21st Jan!
that's because windows 10 isn't revealed yet, there's not a single image of windows 10 (for phones) to be found, except the unofficial concepts
Windows 10 for Phones! Wanna bet?!
Cant wait to see how things will work with windows 10. Seems promising. Hope its not a let down. They have to hit a homerun with windows 10 or its goodbye for me
You mean how I guess?
No, he doesn't.
Lol
Not sure why you're being downvoted, considering that's probably the opinion of a lot of folks.
Nooo, I love this site for all my Windows Phone insider news.
Since high end windows phone have been waiting for denim,I guess they will need to wait one year for windows 10,since they have waited months for Denim.
Months? You mean less then one month? God the Melo dramatic idiots who throw tantrums over phone updates are hilarious
Ms has never really timed the announcements with actual release properly... On the software side... Sure they do sometimes but others its just ... Waiting and waiting..like more than half a year for 8.1
well actually, they first said denim would start rolling out in q4 of 2014, and it's already the last week and a half of january
well, they stardet rolling out the update in q4....They also said q4 2014 and q1 2015, so they are right in time.
I don't understand this name guessing when they already said it was going to be called Windows 10 across all devices when they first unveiled it. That's why they changed all the Windows Phone social pages to Lumia, to represent their own-made phones. Like with Surface and other OEM's devices, it will be Lumia and other OEM's devices, which will likely be promoted through the Windows social pages. It's been quite clear from their actions.
Um, they never announced the individual SKUs for Windows 10, so you're wrong on pretty much all of that.
There was always a question of what they would call it. In fact, many thought that tablets/phones would be Windows 10 for Mobile, while everything else would be Windows 10. Just like how Lumia vs Surface exists.
I guess I could have made it more clear, but I didn't mean to imply they announced it, just they did elude to everything just being Windows devices with Windows 10, which would run across all the devices from IoT to huge-screen devices. I was merely connecting what they said with their actions over recent months. You can um, relax =P
Unless dual core isn't sufficient enough to get the Windows 10 upgrade, my T-Mobile Lumia 925 is definitely capable of getting the upgrade because aside from the 532 having a quad core processor, my phone has better specs than the 532... I feel good, excited.
Well actually your Lumia 925's processor is superior to the s200 in the 532 by a huge margin. S200 is the cheapest and least capable chip Snapdragon manufactures. It can't even record HD video. (480p Max)
Wow, so if that's the case, I definitely look forward to the upgrade.
Would love to see the disclaimer text....
With Win10 months from being finalised, someone in MS stating compatibility seems optimistic. Certainly not something to be relied upon - who knows which direction Win10 development and marketing will go.
The Windows 8 core is capable of running on 521MB of RAM, 256MB in Windows Phone's case. The last time Windows system requirements rose was with Vista, so they will probably not raise with Windows 10, especially since it's supposed to be capable running on 512MB WP8 devices.
will other non-lumia be updated as well? thinking of buying Cherry Mobile Alpha Luxe this wednesday.... but...still in dilemma ..
Of course it will. Wala lang Lumia exclusive apps and features
To be honest, you're probably better off getting a Lumia 535. It has almost the same specefications as the Alpha Luxe. The only differences are that the Lumia has a 5MP front facing camera but the Alpha Luxe has a flash and better back camera. If you want all the advantages Lumia Windows Phones get then i'd reccomend it unless you just really want that Alpha Luxe. And as I can see you're on a budget but i'd really reccomend saving up to get the 930 (even though it's $400 through expansys) It's future proof and the best of a Windows Phone experience. It's an investment I made and won't regret. (Although I really miss that $400)
Thanks for the insight.. Probably.. Ill be saving up for higher end lumia.. Maybe when they announce a flagship with Win10 preinstalled...
But as of now.. I really missed the Windows Phone experience.. I gave my 630 as a christmas gift to someone since i have LG G2..
I wanted to try something new.. Before jumping into high end Wp. So maybe.. ALPHA luxe would satisfy my Wp-addiction for a while hehe..
The hype is real
Just get an android, everyone one of them is high end, and google actually gives tons of updates. That's a fact.
Daniel gonna kick your butt.
google may give tons of updates , but see the features in each update in windows phone.
Not really I had an android phone back in the day the reason I jumped to wp is because I was stuck in 2.2 and my phone wouldn't be updated would have had to flash it to get the latest android
Same here. I had TWO Android devices, both stuck with either 2.2 or 2.3. Both were extremely slow pieces of garbage. Within a week or two I could barely type a simple sentence on my keyboard without it lagging up for 5 minutes. The second I switched to ATT, I jumped right to a Lumia 920 and have been extremely impressed. After that one I jumped to a 1520 and it is MUCH faster than my old androids. I've played with some of the higher end androids at a best buy store and they are a lot faster and smoother, but I still detected some lagginess to the system. So that just goes to show that until they can figure out that issue Android will never dominate in terms of stability and performance. Sure they have a million apps, but what good are they if your device can't run them properly?
My L720 is an old device and it is still has a LOT of power to give. No lag whatsoever. Mom's android phone is lagging a lot and it's only 'bout 3 month old. (high-end alcatel's phone)
Yep. My Samsung Ace ate too much "Jellybeans"and its stuck now.
Same here. When I was with Android 2 years ago, my phone Sony Xperia was promised to be upgradable to later version of Android, but it didn't get the update and was stuck with Gingerbread. I gave it to my brother and jumped to WP with my Nokia Lumia 920. My brother had used it and was long dead not having to see a single update. Until now my Nokia Lumia 920 is still alive and having Cyan and Windows 8.1 GDR 1, from Windows 8 and a firmware older than Amber when it came out of the box.
sarcasm detected
Just the opposite .Qiyamata
LMAO yup, but how many current phones get those updates? OEMs ain't givin you nuthin son!
I got a 735 and LG G Flex, love em both.
LOL
u funny
Sorry that your trolling has failed, I'm sure someone will bite.
Nevermind you should have used sarcastic font ...to help some of our friends to get it :P
Updates take ages to be approved by both OEMs AND carriers on Android (unless you own a Nexus device or are rooted). The S3 came out in 2012 and isn't getting Lollipop whereas the 920 (also released in 2012) SHOULD be getting W10
I just think that OEMs should bypass carrier approval entirely. Carriers are worthless when it comes to delivering updates on time. It takes them months to do so after one has been released by the OEM, and it just frustrates the end user and OEMs that much more when their updates aren't being rolled out to the consumer due to the carriers' poor efforts at rolling them out in a decent time frame
That must be the most sarcastic remark of all time. Everybody with half a brain knows that 90% of Android is not highend and the low end of android is utter trash. Updates come at a trickle and the vast majority of Androids never recieve even one update. Hacking and slashing your phone does not count as a update path since most people can not and will not do that.
Guys, guys. He/she was sarcastic. :)
But before it was said to have windows phone 8.1 Lumia denim update???
it's all rumors
It feels like MS is focusing too much on their low-end phones. As long as they do that, nobody will take MS and WP seriously.
I agree. They've released TEN new crappy phones but not one Snapdragon 800+ phone since July; which f*cking phones do they expect people will use Hey Cortana with? On AT&T US, the only available one is L1520, too big for the avg consumer.
I get that they want to wait for the Windows 10 release, but they totally screwed up this past holiday season by pulling the McLaren. Even if the 3DTouch stuff didn't work AT ALL, I'd still line up to get it.
Line up against who?
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