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Windows Phone 8.1 |OT| Update 1
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CaptainABAB
Member
I know this is going to get me flamed, but I would happily accept the following:
Windows Phone OS with Android App compatibility
And yes, I know this might be the death of native App development amongst 3rd party developers. But I feel like that has already happened to a certain extent.
I still want native apps from Microsoft but would accept Android apps for those 3rd parties unwilling to port to our platform. I just don't see the app situation improving with Win10 Universal Apps.
Windows Phone OS with Android App compatibility
And yes, I know this might be the death of native App development amongst 3rd party developers. But I feel like that has already happened to a certain extent.
I still want native apps from Microsoft but would accept Android apps for those 3rd parties unwilling to port to our platform. I just don't see the app situation improving with Win10 Universal Apps.
It depends on the angle. Android apps without the Play Store are useless. The Play Store on Windows would be the death of the Windows Store, which in turn mean no developer support for Windows which would be the death of Windows itself.
Making it easier to port Android apps to the platform is essential though. Let's see what Build holds, I would hope that they have something to say about that.
Making it easier to port Android apps to the platform is essential though. Let's see what Build holds, I would hope that they have something to say about that.
Funky Papa
FUNK-Y-PPA-4
The fact that Microsoft released a OneDrive app for the Apple Watch and just announced a PowerPoint remote app for it...
Satya pls.
Satya pls.
Broman1978
Junior Member
Just ordered myself a Lumia 640. Anyone bought it here? Impressions? 
It's funny that every time MS release something for another platform we have this sort of reaction.
I still don't understand the rational behind the criticism, other than possibly a jilted lover syndrome.
They would be mental not to go hard after other platforms to win and retain customers, to stay relevant and to generate goodwill. Why would they ignore the majority of users to try and force them onto a platform they are very unlikely to switch to any time soon, and far less likely still if they don't have compelling reasons to, like using the companies tools and services already.
Unless their services are the best they can possibly be on other platforms, there's no reason for people to keep using them. There's free alternatives for almost every single thing that Microsoft do and they've been taken up by the market at a rapid pace over the years because Microsoft didn't do enough about it (whether out of arrogance, complacency or inept tactical decisions doesn't really matter). They should have started doing what they are doing now years ago.
I don't understand why this would have a negative impact on their own platforms, quite the opposite.
I still don't understand the rational behind the criticism, other than possibly a jilted lover syndrome.
They would be mental not to go hard after other platforms to win and retain customers, to stay relevant and to generate goodwill. Why would they ignore the majority of users to try and force them onto a platform they are very unlikely to switch to any time soon, and far less likely still if they don't have compelling reasons to, like using the companies tools and services already.
Unless their services are the best they can possibly be on other platforms, there's no reason for people to keep using them. There's free alternatives for almost every single thing that Microsoft do and they've been taken up by the market at a rapid pace over the years because Microsoft didn't do enough about it (whether out of arrogance, complacency or inept tactical decisions doesn't really matter). They should have started doing what they are doing now years ago.
I don't understand why this would have a negative impact on their own platforms, quite the opposite.
brotkasten
Member
I don't think anyone in here is honestly asking for Android apps on their phones.
Right, guys?
... guys?
Well...
Blue Ninja
Member
Only reason I stull want to stick to WP, but the odds of me getting an Android next are quite high.
juliushandle
Member
juliushandle
Member
They don't but they could.
José Mourinho
cocknose
I can't believe how much of an issue people are taking with the hamburger.
Hearthstone on a Lumia 940/1540 is all I ask
José Mourinho;160979131 said:
I have no problems with it in certain apps. The current email app on WP8 (from WP7) is poor once you need to do anything other than very basic things. Just changing folders is a multi-step process and then you hit back and... it backs out of the app. Ahhh!
So a hamburger in the new outlook is welcome.
but they're being overused. if a hamburger hides settings then it should just be how settings are currently, it's fine. They're settings, I don't want them in my face.
Steelyuhas
Member
If Tom Warren's info/tease is to be believed (his info is almost always good), we will get 940 and 1540 devices.
Hearthstone on the other hand...start bugging blizzard and hope I guess..
juliushandle
Member
The hamburger represents a sign of where MS is taking the platform. Basically they're trying to appeal to the mainstream looking more familiar. But what about us existing users who love the current design?José Mourinho;160979131 said:
WP can't get a foothold in the market because it doesn't look like Android. It can't get a foothold because it isn't Android and doesn't have Snapchat, Tinder, a proper Instagram, banking apps, etc. The mobile computing landscape grows more app-centric by the minute and Microsoft's platform can't keep pace.
Funky Papa
FUNK-Y-PPA-4
1540? We'll see about that.
With that said, I'm not worried about Microsoft crafting a best in class camera. I'm worried about its devices having slow ass software and crummy white balance. It was the 1020's main weakness and it remains one of Windows Phone's main weakness.
The Galaxy S6 gets its camera up and running in less than a second with just double clicking its main button (seriously, it's faster than pressing and holding a dedicated button) and every single picture comes out gorgeous without having to fiddle with the settings.
I really, really hope Microsoft doesn't fudge this one.
Steelyuhas
Member
IIRC it is supposed to be five devices (low end, regular size mid range, phablet mid range, regular size high end (930 successor), and phablet high end (1520 successor)).
Hopefully they take advantage of the Win 10 launch to switch to a new naming system that makes a lick of sense.
juliushandle
Member
Great, just found out the Netflix app is broken for my ATT 830.
So few owners out there that Netflix, ATT, and Microsoft probably don't care to fix it.
So few owners out there that Netflix, ATT, and Microsoft probably don't care to fix it.
You wanted a flagship phone? Well here you go.
Windows 10, 1440p display, fingerprint scanner, 4GB RAM, 20.7MP camera(Sony's IMX230 sensor), Intel processor,
Windows 10, 1440p display, fingerprint scanner, 4GB RAM, 20.7MP camera(Sony's IMX230 sensor), Intel processor,
Elephone
Damon Bennet
Member
What. Windows is Windows. Heartjstone is a Windowsgame
brotkasten
Member
It's Win32, which doesn't run on Windows Phone. But the iOS and Android versions run on phones.
I think that's the issue.
CaptainABAB
Member
vs. not having that app at all...?
If you want to seal the end of the platform once and for all, allowing third party Android apps is the quickest way. Ask how that worked out for Waterloo. Why target Windows apps when a dev can just make an APK and be done with it?
juliushandle
Member
Do you realize that some banks not only do not have a WP app but they also prevent access through a mobile browser?
Yes, they are fighting the good fight.
The Faceless Master
Member
Switch banks and tell them exactly why you no longer support their business.
I'd much rather change my smartphone than change my bank.
juliushandle
Member
My bank does give me access via mobile web but Bank Of America temporarily didn't give that option and killed off their WP app.
juliushandle
Member
We really need to take matters into our own hands and hound these companies and developers in social media and beg for apps.
Geez, we really are the next Crackberry community.
Geez, we really are the next Crackberry community.
Opus Angelorum
Member
Looks like the 940 is definitely happening, too many rumours at this point.
It better happen!
Opus Angelorum
Member
Doubt it's gonna best out 1020 but my 1020 battery is dying so I am desperate for any flagship.
God help the fellow Americans here if this another carrier bullshit.
brotkasten
Member
Don't care, because i know it will be availble on every carrier in the UK. (and sim free with 4G)
Elop plz