Microsoft to sink Windows Mobile 6.x support on July 15th
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Strangely enough, latest reports showed that handsets running the abandoned ship WM 6.x have outnumbered WP7 devices in terms of sales, so could the move be just a bit premature?
There has been no information on how long users will be able to purchase applications for the descending platform. Developers like Richard Foster from software house Edgeway, however, points out: “I am expecting the marketplace to be taken down sooner rather than later.” As Microsoft will no longer accept applications after July 15th, it seems that developers will do best to jump ship if for some reason they haven’t already done so. Check out Microsoft’s statement below for all the details:
- “App Submission and Management. On July 15, 2011, we will no longer be accepting new Windows Mobile 6.x applications or application updates. In addition, it will no longer be possible to modify prices, metadata, or other information. However, you will still be able to remove your apps by contacting support.
- App Distribution. Even though app submission will stop on July 15, users will still be able to purchase and download your Windows Mobile 6.x applications through the Windows Marketplace for Mobile.
- App Reporting. Sales and download reports will continue to be available for your Windows Mobile 6.x applications through the App Hub after July 15.
- Developer Payouts. Developer payouts will continue to be processed in accordance with the provisions of the Windows Phone Marketplace Application Provider Agreement."
source: FierceDeveloper
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6 Comments
3. protozeloz posted on 27 May 2011, 11:49 0 0
R.I.P. Thanks for your cooperation with the community pain or not things wouldn't be the same without you
4. snowgator posted on 27 May 2011, 12:26 0 0
Had the Samsung Blackjack2 for a while. Not a shining bit of tech for either Samsung or Microsoft. There is just not an area that W7 isn't an improvement. I do feel bad for those still using the 6.x platform, and there are still quite a few. But it is a dated OS and really won't be missed too much.
5. EvoHero posted on 27 May 2011, 16:51 0 0
Good riddence :P Worst mobile OS I've experienced. Of course, WP 6.X devices will still be floating around forever. Remember when Microsoft tried to kill off IE6?
17. Microsoft Windows Technical Su (unregistered) posted on 29 Jul 2011, 05:02 0 0
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