Windows Phone 7 came in the market with a huge bang and had quite a number of upsides. The latest Windows Phone version however is Microsoft Windows Phone 8 and is hoped to provide more functionaity and better features to users than Windows Phone 7 could.

 

You may want to keep in mind though that Microsoft Windows Phone 7 devices cannot update to Microsoft Windows Phone 8, so you might want to make sure that you purchase a device that is specifically designed to be used on Windows Phone 8.

 

Nokia, Huawei and Samsung are currently the major manufacturers of Windows Phone 8 devices. For this reason; some of the most popular WP8 devices you will find in the market include Nokia Lumia 925, Nokia Lumia 928, Nokia Lumia 1020 and the Samsung ATIV S.

 

Due to the different manufacturers producing Windows Phone 8 devices, such devices normally have varied features depending on the manufacturer. While some Microsoft Windows Phone 8 might have strong camera capabilities (up to 41 Megapixels) thus vital for taking and sharing quality photos with your friends, others might have different yet equally integral features such as Microsoft Office and Video Chat. Therefore to some extent the features you will have at your disposal depend with the device you have gone for.

 

Windows Phone App Studio

Although Microsoft Windows Phone 8 looks quite promising and a lot of users are embracing the App, Microsoft is still doing all it can to ensure that the software receives a higher reception rate among consumers.

 

One of the ways in which they intend to achieve this is through the Windows Phone App Studio. Through this Windows Phone Studio, Microsoft intends to avail more Apps on the Windows Phone Store to Windows Phone 8 users. The Windows Phone App Studio is currently launched in Beta. Using it, pretty much everyone can come up with Apps without necessarily using codes through graphics, texts, themes and designs that can all be customized.

 

The fact that Microsoft Windows Phone 8 has now been granted government security standard is also likely to lure more consumers into opting for it. Windows Phone 8 has been crowned a major government accreditation better known as FIPS 140-2. This accreditation means that Microsoft Windows Phone 8 is reliable in maintaining a high level of security hence is fit to be used by government bodies or any organization that would like to maintain advanced security systems.

 

Common Device Features

1. Windows Phone Mobile Operating System

2. Metro Interface

3. Camera: 8 Megapixels (at least)

4. 4.5 Inche Screen (for most devices)

5. HD Screen Display

6. Video Chat

7. 4G LTE and HSPA+

8. Microsoft Office

9. Mobile Microsoft

 

Pros

Microsoft Windows Phone 8 is good looking with a superb interface. Its interface is generally appealing, simple and user friendly. Consequently users do not face much problem when using Windows Phone 8 even for a novice.

The App additionally is designed to ensure it provides great support to social networking sites such as facebook. It is for this reason a good choice for people who are huge fans to social networks.

 

Cons

First of all, Microsoft Windows Phone 8 showcases no good compatibility with Mac. People who have Mac therefore stand not to benefit from this App.

The Apps found on Windows Phone 8 greatly differ from the usual ones found on other mobile platforms. Therefore the software still cannot compete favorably with Android or iOS.

 

Conclusion

Microsoft Windows Phone 8 has a distinct aesthetic appeal but anyone who goes for it should be ready to appear the odd one out particularly because of its unusual Apps.