Thursday 21 July 2011

WINDOWS MOBILE.


Windows Mobile is a mobile operating system developed by Microsoft that was used in smartphones and mobile devices,[2] but by 2011 was rarely supplied on new phones. The last version is "Windows Mobile 6.5.5"; it is superseded by Windows Phone 7, which does not run Windows Mobile software.[3][4] Unlike operating systems for desktop computers, it is usually not possible to upgrade the operating system on a Microsoft based mobile phone via official and legal means, even by a later release of the same basic operating system let alone a different one; hardware replacement is the only way for less popular and older devices.
Windows Mobile is based on the Windows CE 5.2 kernel. and first appeared appeared as the Pocket PC 2000 operating system. It is supplied with a suite of basic applications developed with the Microsoft Windows API, and is designed to have features and appearance somewhat similar to desktopversions of Windows. Third parties can develop software for Windows Mobile with no restrictions imposed by Microsoft. Some software applications can be purchased via the Windows Marketplace for Mobile. By 2011 much software is developed and maintained only for the newer Windows Phone 7; there is little development and support for the obsolescent Windows Mobile.[5]
Most Windows Mobile devices come with a stylus, which is used to enter commands by tapping it on the screen.[6] Microsoft announced a completely new phone platform, Windows Phone 7, at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on February 15, 2010. Phones running Windows Mobile 6.x will not be upgradeable to version 7,[7] officially. Several developers however, have ported Windows Phone 7 to devices natively running Windows Mobile, an example being the HTC HD2.
Windows Mobile's share of the smartphone market has fallen year-on-year,[8] decreasing by 20% in Q3 2009.[9] In August 2010 it was the fifth most popular smartphone operating system, with a 5% share of the worldwide smartphone market (after Symbian, BlackBerry OS, Android and iOS)

COMMON FEATURES:


Most versions of Windows Mobile for Pocket PC have these standard features:

HARDWARE:


There are three versions of Windows Mobile for various hardware devices:
  • Windows Mobile Professional runs on smartphones with touchscreens
  • Windows Mobile Standard runs on phones without touchscreens
  • Windows Mobile Classic which runs on 'Windows Mobile Classic devices' (Pocket PCs). 

    Windows Mobile Classic devices (Pocket PC)

    Main article: Pocket PC
    A 'Windows Mobile Classic device' is a Windows Mobile personal digital assistant (PDA) that does not have telephone functionality. It was formerly known as the Pocket PC. It was the original intended platform for the Windows Mobile operating system. These devices consisted of both standalone Pocket PC devices without mobile phone capabilities, and those that included mobile phone capabilities. The most current name of Windows Mobile intended for use on Pocket PCs is officially "Windows Mobile 6 Professional" for devices with mobile phone capabilities and "Windows Mobile 6 Classic" for devices without mobile phone capabilities.


    WINDOWS MOBILE SMART PHONES

    Main article: Smartphone
    The 'Windows Mobile' (Microsoft's term for its range of smartphones) became the next hardware platform after the Pocket PC to run Windows Mobile, and debuted with the release of Pocket PC 2002. Although in the broad sense of the term "Smartphone", both Pocket PC phones and Microsoft branded Smartphones each fit into this category, it should be noted that Microsoft's use of the term "Smartphone" includes only more specific hardware devices that differ from Pocket PC phones. Such Smartphones were originally designed without touchscreens, intended to be operated more efficiently with only one hand, and typically had lower display resolution than Pocket PCs. Microsoft's focus for the Smartphone platform was to create a device that functioned well as a phone and data device in a more integrated manner.[12]


    VERSION HISTORY


    POCKET PC 2000


    Typical Pocket PC 2000 Today Screen.
    Pocket PC 2000, originally codenamed "Rapier",[13] was released on April 19, 2000, and was based on Windows CE 3.0. It was the debut of what was later dubbed the Windows Mobile operating system, and meant to be a successor to the operating system aboard Palm-Size PCs. Backwards compatibility was retained with such Palm-Size PC applications. Pocket PC 2000 was intended mainly for Pocket PC devices, however several Palm-Size PC devices had the ability to be updated also. Further, several Pocket PC 2000 phones were released, however Microsoft's "Smartphone" hardware platform was not yet created. The only resolution supported by this release was 240 x 320 (QVGA). Removable storage card formats that were supported were CompactFlash andMultiMediaCard. At this time Pocket PC devices had not been standardized with a specific CPU architecture. As a result, Pocket PC 2000 was released on multiple CPU architectures; SH-3, MIPS, and ARM.
    The original Pocket PC operating system had similar appearance to Windows 98, Windows Me, and Windows 2000 operating systems.
    Features/built-in applications for Pocket PC 2000 included the following:[14]


    POCKET PC  2002


    Typical Pocket PC 2002 Today Screen.
    Pocket PC 2002, originally codenamed "Merlin",[13] was released in October 2001. Like Pocket PC 2000, it was powered by Windows CE 3.0. Although targeted mainly for 240 × 320 (QVGA) Pocket PC devices, Pocket PC 2002 was also used for Pocket PC phones, and for the first time, Smartphones.[15] These Pocket PC 2002 Smartphones were mainly GSM devices. With future releases, the Pocket PC and Smartphone lines would increasingly collide as the licensing terms were relaxed allowing OEMs to take advantage of more innovative, individual design ideas. Aesthetically, Pocket PC 2002 was meant to be similar in design to the then newly released Windows XP.
    New features and built-in applications included the following:[16][17][18][19]


    WINDOWS MOBILE 2003


    Typical Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC Today Screen
    Windows Mobile 2003 (aka wm2003 and WM2003), originally codenamed "Ozone",[13] was released on June 23, 2003, and was the first release under the Windows Mobile banner. It came in four editions: "Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC Premium Edition", "Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC Professional Edition", "Windows Mobile 2003 for Smartphone" and "Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC Phone Edition". The last was designed especially for Pocket PCs which include phone functionalities. The Professional Edition was used in Pocket PC budget models. It lacked a number of features that were in the Premium Edition, such as a client forL2TP/IPsec VPNs. Windows Mobile 2003 was powered by Windows CE 4.20.
    New features/built-in applications included the following:[20]
    • Support for add-on keyboards
    • Enhanced communications interface with Bluetooth device management
    • Bluetooth file beaming support
    • Bluetooth headset support
    • Pictures application with viewing, cropping, e-mail, and beaming support
    • Jawbreaker game
    • Enhanced Pocket Outlook with vCard and vCal support
    • Improved Pocket Internet Explorer
    • Windows Media Player 9.0 with streaming optimization
    • SMS reply options for Phone Edition
    • MIDI file support as ringtones in Phone Edition


    WINDOWS MOBILE  2003 SE

    Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition, also known as "Windows Mobile 2003 SE", was released on March 24, 2004 and first offered on the Dell Axim x30. This was the last version which allowed users to backup and restore an entire device through ActiveSync.
    New features/built-in applications included the following:


    WINDOWS MOBILE  5



    Typical Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Today Screen
    Windows Mobile 5.0, originally codenamed "Magneto",[13] was released at Microsoft's Mobile and Embedded Developers Conference 2005 in Las Vegas, May 9–12, 2005. Microsoft offered mainstream support for Windows Mobile 5 through October 12, 2010, and extended support through October 13, 2015.[21] It was first offered on the Dell Axim x51. It used the .NET Compact Framework 1.0 SP3, an environment for programs based on .NET.
    • Windows Mobile 5.0 included Microsoft Exchange Server "push" functionality improvements that worked with Exchange 2003 SP2.[22] The "push" functionality also required vendor/device support[23] With AKU2 software upgrades all WM 5.0 devices supported DirectPush.
    • WM 5.0 featured increased battery life due to Persistent storage capability. Previously up to 50% (enough for 72 hours of storage) of battery power was reserved just to maintain data in volatile RAM. This continued the trend of Windows-based devices moving from using RAM as their primary storage medium to the use of a combination of RAM and flash memory (in use, no distinction between the two is obvious to users). Programs and frequently accessed data run in RAM, while most storage is in the flash memory. The OS seamlessly moves data between the two as needed. Everything is backed up in the flash memory, so unlike prior devices, WM5 devices lose no data if power is lost.
    • With Windows Mobile 5.0, OS updates were released as Adaptation kit upgrades. AKU 3.5 is the most recent release for WM 5.0.
    Further new features and built-in applications included:
    • New version of Office called "Office Mobile"
      • PowerPoint Mobile
      • Graphing capability in Excel Mobile
      • Tables and graphics insertion in Word Mobile
    • Windows Media Player 10 Mobile
    • Photo Caller ID
    • DirectShow support
    • Picture and Video package, which converged the management of videos and pictures
    • Enhanced Bluetooth support
    • Global Positioning System (GPS) management interface
    • Default QWERTY keyboard-support
    • Error reporting facility similar to that present in desktop and server Windows systems
    • ActiveSync 4.2 with 15% increased synchronization speed


    WINDOWS MOBILE  6


    Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard Today Screen
    Windows Mobile 6, formerly codenamed "Crossbow",[13] was released on February 12, 2007[24] at the 3GSM World Congress 2007. It comes in three different versions: "Windows Mobile 6 Standard" for Smartphones (phones without touchscreens), "Windows Mobile 6 Professional" for Pocket PCs with phone functionality, and "Windows Mobile 6 Classic" for Pocket PCs without cellular radios.[25]
    Windows Mobile 6 is powered by Windows CE 5.0 (version 5.2) and is strongly linked to Windows Live and Exchange 2007 products. Windows Mobile 6 Standard was first offered on the Orange's SPV E650,[26] while Windows Mobile 6 Professional was first offered on the O2's Xda Terra.[27] Aesthetically, Windows Mobile 6 was meant to be similar in design to the then newly released Windows Vista. Functionally, it works much like Windows Mobile 5, but with much better stability.
    New features/built-in applications include the following:[28]


    WINDOWS  MOBILE  6.1


    Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional Today Screen
    Windows Mobile 6.1 was announced April 1, 2008. It is a minor upgrade to the Windows Mobile 6 platform with various performance enhancements and a redesignedHome screen featuring horizontal tiles that expand on clicking to display more information, although this new home screen is featured only on Windows Mobile Standard edition. This was not supported in the Professional edition.[36] Several other changes such as threaded SMS, full page zooming in Internet Explorer and 'Domain Enroll' were also added, along with a "mobile" version of the Microsoft OneNote program and an interactive "Getting Started" wizard. Domain Enroll is functionality to connect the device to System Center Mobile Device Manager 2008, a product to manage mobile devices.[37] The most apparent of the other differences is that the Standard version (like prior versions) still creates automatic links for telephone numbers in Tasks and Appointments, which allows for the easier click and dial of stored telephone numbers within these Outlook items. This feature is not supported in the Professional version. Windows Mobile 6.1 also had improved bandwidth efficiency in its push-email protocol "Activesync" of "up to 40%";[38] this considerably improved battery life in many devices.
    Aside from the visual and feature distinctions, the underlying CE versions can be used to differentiate WM6.0 from WM 6.1. The version of Windows CE in WM 6.0 is 5.2.*, with the final number being a 4 digit build ID (e.g. 5.2.1622 on HTC Wing). In WM 6.1, the CE version is 5.2.* with a 5 digit build number (e.g. 5.2.19216 on Palm Treo 800w).


    WINDOWS  MOBILE  6.5


    A screenshot of the Windows Mobile 6.5 Today Screen, 'Titanium'
    Windows Mobile 6.5 was never part of Microsoft's mobile phone roadmap, and has been described by its chief executive, Steve Ballmer, as "not the full release [Microsoft] wanted" until the multi-touch-enabled Windows Mobile 7 (now replaced by Windows Phone 7) arrived in 2010.[39] Version 6.5 is an upgrade to Windows Mobile 6.1 that was released to manufacturers on May 11, 2009; the first devices running the operating system appeared in late October 2009.[40] This minor incremental update includes some significant new added features, such as a revamped GUI, new Today screen with vertically scrollable labels (called 'Titanium').[41]WM6.5 also includes the new Internet Explorer Mobile 6 browser, with improved interface.[42]
    Microsoft unveiled this version at the 2009 Mobile World Congress in February,[43] and several devices were supplied with it;[44] devices running Windows Mobile 6.5 and later are marketed as "Windows phones". Along with Windows Mobile 6.5, Microsoft announced several Cloud computing services codenamed "SkyBox", "SkyLine", "SkyMarket".[45] "SkyBox" has been confirmed as My Phone,[46] while "SkyMarket" has been confirmed as Windows Marketplace for Mobile.[47] Some aspects of the user interface were redesigned, with the home screen resembling that of Microsoft's Zune player and the sliding panel interface of Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard. This version was designed mainly for easier finger usage.[48] Whilst this version of Windows Mobile does not natively support capacitive screens, mobile manufacturers have been able to use them on their devices 
    Several phones running Windows Mobile 6.1 can be updated to Windows Mobile 6.5.


    WINDOWS  MOBILE  6.5.1

    Builds of Windows Mobile 6.5.1 have been unofficially ported to several Windows Mobile phones.[51] Windows Mobile 6.5.1 brings a more finger-friendly user interface,[52] including icon based soft buttons (rather than text based),[53] an updated contacts app,[54] Microsoft (rather than the mobile carrier) support for A-GPS,[52]improved threaded text messaging, and performance improvements.[56]


    WINDOWS  MOBILE  6.5.3


    A Screenshot of the Windows Phone 6.5.3 Today Screen 'Titanium' (notice the new location of the start button)
    On February 2, 2010, the Sony Ericsson Aspen with Windows Mobile 6.5.3 was officially announced, making it the first Windows Phone 6.5.3 smartphone.[57] Since November 2009, several 6.5.3 builds had leaked (28nnn) and had been unofficially ported to some Windows Phones.
    Windows Mobile 6.5.3 brings a more finger-friendly user interface with several new usability features such as support for multitouch, complete touch control i.e. no need for a stylus, and drag-and-drop start menu icons. Touchable tiles replaced soft keys."[58] Internet Explorer Mobile 6 has also received some major updates including decreased page load time, improved memory management and gesture smoothing.[59]
    Additional features of newer Windows Mobile 6.5.3 builds include threaded email and Office Mobile 2010.[59]


    WINDOWS  MOBILE  6.5.5

    Several builds of Windows Mobile 6.5.x leaked since January 2010, and were unofficially ported to some Windows Mobile phones.The name Windows Mobile 6.5.5 has been applied to these newer builds, although this name remains unconfirmed by Microsoft.


    Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5

    On 10 January 2011, Microsoft announced Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5. The operating system has compatibility with Windows Mobile 6.5 and is presented as an enterprise handheld device, targeting retailers, delivery companies, and other companies that rely on handheld computing.


    Successor to Windows Mobile

    WINDOWS PHONE  7

    Main article: Windows Phone 7

    The Start screen of Windows Phone 7
    Windows Phone 7 was launched in Europe, Singapore and Australia on October 21, 2010, and in the US & Canada on November 8, 2010, with the rest of the world to follow in 2011.[62] Microsoft had originally planned to continue the Windows Mobile line to Windows Mobile 7, based on an upgrade to the Windows Mobile platform, codenamed Photon. The original Photon and Windows Mobile 7 have since been scrapped; however, Microsoft decided to create a new mobile OS platform and officially announced Windows Phone 7 Series in its place.[63] Microsoft has since renamed the operating system from Windows Phone 7 Series to Windows Phone 7.[64]
    Windows Phone 7 was initially intended to be released during 2009, but several delays, likely due to the move away from Photon and to building an entirely different and new platform, prompted Microsoft to develop Windows Mobile 6.5 as an interim release. During the Mobile World Congress 2010 in Barcelona, Microsoft revealed details of Windows Phone 7, which features a new operating system and integration with Xbox Live and Zune services.
    Most phones currently running Windows Mobile 6.x are not upgradeable to Windows Phone 7,[65] although hacked firmwares with Phone 7 are becoming increasingly popular.


    Microsoft Kin

    Main article: Microsoft Kin
    Microsoft Kin was a family of mobile telephones which started with Microsoft's purchase of Danger Hiptop in 2008.[67] Microsoft Kin was developed inside Microsoft's Premium Mobile Experiences (PMX) division.[68] Microsoft brought in employees from Danger Inc., with the intention of infusing industry talent and mobile experience into the project. The goal was said to be to create a mobile platform far superior to that of the Danger Sidekick. Reports say that Microsoft Kin was originally going to be based on Windows Phone 7. However, due to delays with the latter, it was built directly upon Windows CE. It featured the Zune marketplace, and used XNA as a game platform.[68]
    The platform was aimed at producing phones designed for users who are heavily into social networking and instant messaging.[69] The technology acquired from Danger Hiptop has been described as a family of mobile devices running a bespoke operating system as part of a client–server system that is then licenced to mobile carriers.[70]
    Microsoft introduced two new handsets based on Microsoft Kin, codenamed Turtle and Pure, possibly to debut at the Consumer Electronics Show.[71] The Microsoft designed phones were manufactured by Sharp and co-branded.[72]
    The devices received very critical reviews and Microsoft announced the discontinuation of the KIN line on June 30, 2010, only six weeks after it was launched.


    Naming conventions

    Pocket PC 2000Pocket PC 2002Windows Mobile 2003Windows Mobile 2003 SEWindows Mobile 5.0Windows Mobile 6Windows Mobile 6.1Windows Mobile 6.5
    Pocket PC (without Mobile Phone)Pocket PC 2000Pocket PC 2002Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PCWindows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC SEWindows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PCWindows Mobile 6 ClassicWindows Mobile 6.1 ClassicN/A
    Pocket PC (with Mobile Phone)Pocket PC 2000 Phone EditionPocket PC 2002 Phone EditionWindows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC Phone EditionWindows Mobile 2003 SE for Pocket PC Phone EditionWindows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Phone EditionWindows Mobile 6 ProfessionalWindows Mobile 6.1 ProfessionalWindows Mobile 6.5 Professional
    Smartphone (without touch screen)N/ASmartphone 2002Windows Mobile 2003 for SmartphoneWindows Mobile 2003 SE for SmartphoneWindows Mobile 5.0 for SmartphoneWindows Mobile 6 StandardWindows Mobile 6.1 StandardWindows Mobile 6.5 Standard
    Other: Windows Mobile for Automotive 1.0, Windows Mobile software for Portable Media Centers



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