
A look at Microsoft's growing Android problem
Android began its trek to rule personal computing ten years ago. It recently overtook Windows as the most used OS in the world, and that Microsoft has a serious Android problem. Here's why.
Android began its trek to rule personal computing ten years ago. It recently overtook Windows as the most used OS in the world, and that Microsoft has a serious Android problem. Here's why.
If the Surface phone is a PC Microsoft can market it based on its PC strength without facing the hurdles in the smartphone space.
Microsoft's unsuccessful mobile efforts have angered the fan base. That same group of loyalists are now taking that anger out on one another. Is the Windows phone fan base imploding?
Windows phone company WhartonBrooks has long been shrouded in secrecy. Many Windows phone fans have awaited more information. Critics have denounced its legitimacy. This exclusive is a comprehensive look at the company and its new phone.
Why didn't Microsoft market Windows phones with the same level of aggression and passion as its competitors marketed their smartphones? And will history repeat itself when (or if) the company launches a 'Surface phone?'
Today's PC is evolving but not into a single form factor, as some may believe. Here's why.
Respected analyst Walt Mossberg believes that the redefinition of the PC will be driven by Apple, not Microsoft. Mossberg has some valid points but also lacks perspective. Here's why.
Diehard Windows phone fans desperately desire a new Windows phone to replace their aging devices. The HP Elite x3 and Alcatel Idol 4S are too expensive for some consumers. So would an affordable, Continuum-powered phone fit the bill?
Windows Central columnist Jason L. Ward presents unique big picture analysis of complex topics in tech. Check this page often for his latest editorials, or "Warditorials," in which Ward offers clarity and insight on timely topics and regularly takes on Microsoft critics with a healthy dose of perspective.
Some people write Windows Phone (capital "p") while others write Windows phone. Some say Windows Mobile, and others say Windows 10 Mobile. What gives?
Apple's blockbuster success with the iPad defined the tablet space. But Microsoft's Surface, Windows 10 and Surface inspired 2-in-1s have since put Cupertino on the defensive, as demonstrated by Apple's latest barrage of iPad Pro ads.
Every few months, Windows phone's declining market share provokes a new round of speculation about the platform's health. The situation isn't good, but the concept of Windows on a phone isn't dead. Here's why.
Full Windows 10 on ARM has many people talking about the possibility of Win32 apps on a Surface 'phone.' But Microsoft is aiming far beyond the smartphone, and its sights might be set on a new form of ultramobile PC.
Many iPhone and Android user appear to be unclear on what exactly Windows phone is. So we summed it ALL up.
The Surface phone is expected by 2018 but Microsoft's ecosystem isn't ready. What will Microsoft do at BUILD 2017 to get developers on board?
Unless Microsoft surprises the world with a 2017 debut, we're expecting a game-changing Surface phone in 2018. But will Microsoft's ecosystem be ready?
A foldable Continuum-enabled Surface "phone" may change the game for Microsoft, unless Samsung builds one first.
Upstart Windows phone maker WhartonBrooks has been quiet for a little while now. I guess that's what happens when you're working hard to meet your own expectations, to say nothing of the fans'.
A Microsoft data scientist, and ardent Windows phone fan shares his love for Windows phone and conversion to Android!
The Surface phone hardware alone will not be Windows phone's savior. A multitude of ecosystem-supporting factors are important pieces to the mobile puzzle.