[jrockway]

"next version of Windows Mobile"

Is there even a plan for this? It seems like Microsoft clearly lost this one and doesn't even care anymore.

[snprbob86]

Yes, there are big plans for Windows Mobile 7.

No, I will not tell you about them.

Microsoft is a big beast to move, but once it gains momentum you should watch out. It's certainly not going to be tomorrow, but Windows Mobile will be competitive with iPhone eventually.

[icey]

Just out of curiosity, are you referring to the big migration to CoreCLR?

[snprbob86]

Which part of "I will not tell you" isn't clear? :-)

[icey]

Sorry, had to try :D

[byoung2]

http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2009/sep09/09-01Win...

Windows Mobile 6.5 is due out Oct 6th, and "will deliver new customer experiences through an improved, easy-to-use user interface, better browsing capabilities and access to valuable services, including Windows Marketplace for Mobile and Microsoft My Phone"

I was referring to Windows Mobile 7 though

EDIT: here's more about WM7: http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/03/windows-mobile-7-to-be-a-...

[listic]

Really? Who won then?

Last times I checked, Windows Mobile is the prevalent operating system on phones.

[alain94040]

Windows Mobile is the prevalent operating system on phones

If you work for Microsoft, you may find comfort in that fact, but for everyone else out there, I wouldn't bet on Windows Mobile dominance based on what's happening with the iPhone (followed long-term by Android).

Kind of like GM selling SUVs until last year...

[jrockway]

Which is several years behind Android and iPhone OS in terms of features, with no new release announced.

[jawngee]

What's it like being wrong so frequently, as you seem to be on HN:

http://www.google.com/search?q=windows+mobile+7&ie=UTF-8...

[jrockway]

Let me guess, it includes WinFS too!

[listic]

But this doesn't imply that Windows "lost", does it?