Why was Windows Phone discontinued?

Why was Windows Phone discontinued?

With the diminishing interest and application development for the platform, Microsoft discontinued active development of Windows 10 Mobile in 2017, and the platform was declared end of life on January 14, 2020.

What can I do with my old Windows phone?

Let’s get started!

1. Back-up phone.
2. Alarm clock.
3. Navigational device.
4. Portable media player.
5. Use your old Lumia such as the Lumia 720 or Lumia 520, with its 8 GB of onboard memory, to store music and videos. Pair it with The Bang by Coloud portable speakers and have a blast!
6. Gaming device.
7. E-reader.
8. Surveillance camera.

Which phone Bill Gates uses?

Mr Gates said that has used iPhones, but the device he is using these days is Android. “I actually use an Android phone,” Bill Gates said. “Because I want to keep track of everything, I’ll often play around with iPhones, but the one I carry around happens to be Android.”

Is the Nokia Lumia 822 exclusive to Verizon?

Meet the Nokia Lumia 822. Powered by the Windows Phone 8 operating system, it’s exclusive to Verizon and the lightning-fast 4G LTE network. You’ll get outstanding Verizon features such as NFL Mobile, plus all the Windows Phone exclusives, including Data Sense, which helps manage your data usage.

Is the Nokia Lumia 928 4G LTE compatible?

Featuring advanced photo technology that can capture, edit, and share epic moments better than ever before, the 4G LTE-enabled Nokia Lumia 928 from Verizon Wireless enables you to snap bright, blur-free photos and videos — even in low light conditions such as indoors or at night.

How big is the screen on the Lumia 928?

Powered by the Windows Phone 8 operating system, the stunning Lumia 928 feels sleek, solid and fits perfectly in your hand. And the 4.5-inch PureMotion HD+ OLED display delivers crystal clear bright content with great outdoor visibility and a fast, responsive touchscreen. The Nokia Lumia 928 in black ( view larger ).

What kind of data does Verizon Wireless offer?

The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network allows you to download photos, apps, and games in seconds and entire movies in minutes. LTE (or Long Term Evolution provides significantly increased upload and download speeds over 3G networks, as well as significantly reduced latency (or lag time).