Windows Phone: Models, Description, Features, Ratings, Feedback

Modern mobile gadgets can do much. And it is not only the merit of the processor, RAM and other "hardware". Without universal mobile operating systems, smartphones would remain simple "ringers." At the moment, there are three most popular OS for mobile devices: Android, iOS and Windows Phone (Mobile). All of them are capable of much. However, the choice of OS is the prerogative of a particular user. Here the person is guided by his own tastes.

The most popular OS is Android. But a Windows-based phone can be found quite often. IOS is not so common because of the high cost of the product. If the "Android" at least a bit, but is known to most, then the Windows Phone for many - a dark horse. Let's talk about this wonderful system. Did Bill Gates make a perfect mobile OS?

Brief history of the system

If your mobile gadget has Windows installed, it does not mean that it automatically turns into a computer. This is beyond the forces even Bill Gates, along with Steve Jobs. The very first versions of the "Windows" system were installed on such devices as Sony Ericsson P1 or HP. Although the functional of those devices (respectively OS) was severely limited, but against the backdrop of the "pipes" of the beginning of the two thousand they looked like real computers. Have then a phone based on Windows was considered very cool. However, around 2007, Microsoft decided that the system had outlived itself and began to actively develop a new OS that came out with the release of a controversial Windows 8.

It is worth noting that in this case, the specialists of the company from Redmond conducted a rather ill-conceived operation. They abandoned the system, tested for years in favor of a raw product, which upset a bunch of users. To bring the OS to the sane view Microsoft could only in a couple of years. A phone based on Windows 8 has become a real punishment for users. But over time the situation was corrected. However, one problem remained. Means the scantiness of the application store. If the "Android" Play Store hundreds of thousands of applications and games, then in the Windows Store there are only a couple of hundred.

After the release of Windows 10, the company decided to upgrade the mobile platform. However, only in the form of insider updates (Technical Preview). Those unfortunates who ventured to upgrade to the "dozens" got terrible problems with their gadgets. And some even got a "brick" after the upgrade. There was nothing more stupid than installing a "non-redundant" system on a normally working device. But after a while the phones based on Windows 10 began to work very adequately. Microsoft still fixed its mistakes. However, the share of WP devices compared with the same "Android" is negligible. Consider the most popular devices on the Windows platform.

Microsoft Lumia 640

This flagship from the creators of the legendary operating system. Microsoft Lumia 640 runs on a quad-core Qualcomm processor with a clock speed of 1600 MHz. It has everything that is necessary for a modern gadget. The most important thing is that it has Windows Phone 8.1 (on the factory) installed on its board. But the smartphone can be upgraded to the latest version of the OS. It is worth noting that the system feels great on this device. Everything works quickly, smoothly and clearly. The problem remains only one: very few applications for this platform. But by 2016 the situation has been corrected.

Microsoft Lumia 640 will suit those who are fanatical about Bill Gates and his operating system. There are models both with the support of one SIM card, and "dvuhsimochnye" copies. The characteristics of the smartphone are very impressive. There is even support for LTE (4G) and NFC chip. This is a completely modern device on the Windows platform.

Microsoft Lumia 550

The device is 2015 release, which immediately has in its arsenal of installed Windows 10. Although something good - do not have to be updated. Jokes are jokes, but Microsoft Lumia 550 is a very worthy smartphone. Of course, it does not shine with flagship characteristics, but with all everyday tasks it will cope with "hurray". For this, he was created. The gadget's "chip" is a very high indicator of battery life. According to the manufacturer, the device is able to work from one charging 16.5 hours of talk time (with 3G included). This is an impressive result. The user also has 86 hours of music playback. And in standby mode, the device can work 864 hours. Absolute record holder!

Meanwhile, Microsoft Lumia 550 is the same Nokia, but with a new name. And there are still legends about this Finnish manufacturer. And they were the first to use Windows in their gadgets. So this device can be called a continuation of traditions.

Nokia Lumia 730 Dual Sim

One of the few devices on Windows, released under the Nokia brand. Despite the old name, the device combines all the latest achievements of the mobile industry. But most of all users were attracted by optics from Carl Zeiss on the camera. This made it unique even at 6.7 megapixels. The last bulwark of the old era is the smartphone Nokia Lumia 730 Dual Sim. Reviews about this gadget were extremely positive. While users have not upgraded to "dozens." That's when the mess began. But with the updates the situation has corrected. It's a shame only that Microsoft has followed in the footsteps of Samsung and does not supply the old devices with updates.

A wonderful gadget has not lost its relevance now. Its performance is at the level of smartphones of the middle price segment. And if you take into account the original appearance, then this device generally does not have a price. And not only "Oldfags" will be happy with it.

Nokia Lumia 1020

In due time this smartphone has made the whole revolution. Even before his appearance, the Internet was flooded with rumors about an unrealistically powerful camera of the flagship being prepared. And the rumors are not deceived. According to the manufacturer, 1020 is equipped with a module with a record number of megapixels - 41. This has not happened yet. However, on closer examination it turned out that the module has only 16 physical megapixels. Everything else is achieved programmatically. But this was also a breakthrough. The cameraphon became actively bought up by fans of mobile photography. A Windows-based phone that makes quality pictures! Who will miss this?

The factory installed Windows 8.1 on the machine. But soon Microsoft gave the opportunity to upgrade to "dozens." Some problems, of course, took place, but they were corrected by subsequent updates. After that, the excitement around 1020 subsided. The smartphone was not as good as we would like. But making a discount on the fact that it was developed by Microsoft, not Nokia, you can forgive this. After all, the brainchild of Bill Gates is used to spoil everything he touches. Remember the epic with Skype.

HP Elite X3

This device is relatively "fresh." It was released in 2016. The company, which mainly produces laptops and PCs, introduced a smartphone. This is already interesting, since there have not been exactly ten years. The gadget did not disappoint. It has everything you need for comfortable work. A docking station allows you to turn your mobile device into a full-fledged computer. If Elite X3 tops the rating of phones with Windows Phone on board, then no one will be surprised. Its power is so beyond reach that the "dozen" installed on it can not open all the huge potential.

Although to call this creation "phone" - a terrible sacrilege. Before us, the CCP in all its glory. From a regular computer it is distinguished only by the size and possibility to call. But in the camp of smartphones, it is considered an overgrown. Still would! With a screen diagonal of 6 inches, it easily stands out against the background of other mobile gadgets. As always, HP is at its best. Her PDA could always hit users. The experience in the production of full-sized PCs and laptops is affecting.

Alcatel POP2 Windows

The gadget, which was announced back in 2014. However, its output is scheduled for 2017. The device is a budget phone based on Windows 8.1. Its capacity is sufficient for solving all everyday tasks. To play too it will turn out, but only not in the most abrupt games. For them, the device is rather weak. But there is support for the latest generation of cellular networks. And to imagine a modern smartphone without it is absolutely impossible. The gadget will appeal not only to students. Many will find it attractive. And if you consider that at a price it will not be particularly burdensome, then POP2 can become a hit of sales.

Alcatel has been known for its phones since the beginning of the two thousandth. However, in the era of smartphones, the manufacturer remained behind and could not get into the mobile device market. Perhaps, POP2 Windows will somehow change the situation? I would like to believe it, because the company is not bad. Her devices have always been of high quality.

Acer Liquid Jade Primo

Available smartphone with almost flagship characteristics. The advantage of Acer is that they managed to create a phone based on Windows Mobile 10, which stands out against the background of hundreds of the same devices. The company always differed in originality of design. And this gadget is no exception: its appearance is impressive. But the characteristics are even more impressive. Few "vidofony" can boast of a FullHD screen, a powerful camera and 3 gigabytes of RAM. It should be noted that this is not the first experience of the company in the release of mobile devices. It can be seen that Acer has not lost the knack. Her devices, as always, on top.

Archos 50 Cesium

About mobile devices of this company little is known. It never tore into the leaders of the mobile industry, so its devices did not differ in unattainable prices. The more interesting is their novelty from the category of "vindofonov." The smartphone has average characteristics and a standard appearance. But at a price it is closer to the state employees. Create a cheap and powerful enough gadget does not work even for mobile industry monsters, because they all want to get a rollback for the brand. But Archos does not need this. Therefore, her latest creation could well lead the rating of the best-selling.

Acer Liquid M220

Another brainchild from Acer. The company has tried to make a high-quality, inexpensive and productive Windows-based smartphone. Did they get it or not? Solve users. But outwardly the device looks very dignified. There are no complaints about performance: we have a confident "middle peasant" before us. Yes, and for the price it is very pleasant. It is worth noting that the company Acer is one of the few that supplies all of its devices with timely updates. And this is another plus in the company's track record. Choosing products Acer, you will always be in a trend, despite the "antiquity" of your smartphone.

Dexp Ixion W5

Smartphone from a little-known and not quite understandable manufacturer. According to some reports, Dexp is a Russian office that sells the equipment of the "left" Chinese manufacturers under its brand. Knowing this, you need to be extremely careful. However, the device looks very tempting. For a frankly low price, the user is offered a gadget with average characteristics. This alone should be alarming. Yes, and feedback about the manufacturer as a whole, and the model in particular is not encouraging. Owners complain about a clumsy assembly, constant firmware glitches and a complete lack of updates. Though on it and Windows.

Judging by the reviews of the owners of the equipment of this company, it does not deserve trust. However, smartphones from this manufacturer can be purchased by those who are interested in the price of the device, not its quality. If you follow only this principle, then the products of Dexp are very, very attractive. But nothing more.

HTC Mozart 7

The next device from the category of "vindofonov" - HTC Mozart 7. Windows Phone 8.1 firmware is available for it. Although the factory comes version 7.5. So do not create a panic. The device is positioned as "musical", although there is nothing musical (by modern standards) in it. In general, the device from the category of "ancient". But some he will have to taste. Because of the appearance. Gadgets from the NTS from the past are distinguished by a unique design. Their appearance stands out among the faceless modern "soap cases".

The smartphone, meanwhile, can be successfully used as a regular "dialer", GPS-navigator and MP3 player. But for surfing on the Internet it does not fit. The screen is too small. But for the money that is now being asked for this gadget (naturally, used since it is already out of production), the set of functions is quite adequate. What's that, and beautiful and functional gadgets have always been "skate" HTC. Windows Phone 8 on board (after upgrade) is also a good bonus.

Conclusion

Few manufacturers can please the user with a wide range of smartphones on Windows, but they are available. Although in a much smaller number than devices on the "Android". Meanwhile, this mobile platform (with adequate "doping") manifests itself as a very stable, reliable and stylish operating system. The only catch is one: very few applications in the store. Some developers do not even want to release applications for this platform. However, the situation is being corrected. Soon the store will be in order. But the platform can not fully compete with the "Android" platform. Though she is good.