Microsoft Corp.’s long-anticipated update to its mobile device portfolio finally got off the ground today as the computing giant unveiled launch details for devices powered by its Windows Phone 7 operating system.
The launch will include nine devices set to be available in time for the holiday season across Europe, North America and Asia. Microsoft noted that more than 60 operators across 30 countries have committed to launching smart phones powered by the new OS first seen at this year’s Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona.
Device makers that have signed up for the initial launch include Dell Inc., HTC Corp, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. and LG Electronics Co. Ltd. Carriers that have committed to the launch include Am
Microsoft set for broad Windows Phone 7 launch
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