Go the note from PR of Microsoft Philippines earlier today that they’ve signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the launching of Windows Phone 7 in the Philippines this December.
The press release is a little vague but here’s the summary sent to me earlier:
Today, Microsoft Philippines signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with leading network provider Smart Communications, Inc., for a collaboration to introduce new offerings that promises to transform the Filipinos’ mobile lifestyle.
Microsoft and SMART have worked closely together to provide a special combination of service platforms and introduce Windows Phone 7, a different kind of phone with new experiences to the local market.
“We are pleased to partner with Microsoft in launching Windows Phone 7 devices in the Philippines,” said Napoleon Nazareno, President and CEO of Smart.
Microsoft and Smart will be holding a series of events leading up to the Windows Phone 7 launch towards the end of the year, including a pre-order campaign and a special preview of the Windows Phone 7 device in time for the holidays.
What is un-clear from the release is whether all Windows Phone 7 devices will be exclusive to Smart. Usually, it’s the handset manufacturers that make exclusive deals with telcos, not the mobile OS developer. If this is the case, Microsoft really that “confident and strict” with WP7.
So far, there are handsets from Samsung, HTC, LG and even Dell that have been announced to carry Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 OS. We’ll have to see this December.
Smart move Microsoft
Wow am very excited! WP7 is officially coming. This could mean that the devices could be available locally in stores and the gray market anytime on november!
Twitter: Teknisyan
says:
Nice… so its gonna be MS and SMART vs Globe and Apple!!!
Where in for a war!!!!
I wonder which devices would be available here? I got my eyes on either the HTC Trophy or the Samsung Omnia 7
this is a counter with iPhones from Globe. haha
Globe – Apple
Smart – Microsoft
Sun – ??? (sana android or meego) >:)
It’s only logical since Apple has partnered with Globe for iPhone 4. Though it wouldn’t be complete ‘war’ if Globe will also offer WP7 powered phones.
Can’t wait for Dell’s WP7 phone. Everything looks good except the price
this is awesome news! I want a Dell Venue Pro!
wow kelan kaya lalabas win 7? mas ok kaya kaysa android? will have to wait and see
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…does this mean we can only get a legit WM7 phone from smart.??? like HTC HD7… or we can buy prepaid versions on HTC stores and grey market anywhere…???
rephrase…
…does this mean we can only get a legit WM7 phone from smart and locked from smart.??? like HTC HD7… or we can just freely buy prepaid versions on HTC stores or grey market or anywhere and use Globe or Sun simcards…???
And how about the windows, zune and xbox live marketplace? Will it be supported? Will it work in our country?
@slighmd
yeah, i’m also thinking about that too… i think and i’m just guessing that if you can create a legit philippine account on xbox live using your filipino credit card then it may be possible it’s supoorted… i dunno much about xbox coz i’m using ps3 with a ps3 network account with my friend’s address in NY… hehehe…
Twitter: TechPump101
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If WP7 devices will all be exclusive to Smart it’d be stupid.. In the US, all of the Big 4 are getting WP7 devices.. so what’s so special here in the Phils. that it will only be available over at Smart? tsk3.. please Microsoft.. dont
Twitter: Ian
says:
Di pa okay bumili ng WP7 units. let’s wait for better updates before buying. Maybe a yr or 2 pwede na, lalo na pag nagkaron na ng video call feature ang phone.
i have an xbox live account using my pinoy credit card, but i directed the zune payment to paypal. I tried downloading apps on the zune marketplace, but it told me to connect a Windows Phone 7 device before i could purchase and download an app.
@drey
usually, it’s the the OEM’s who get to choose their carriers and not the OS provider. so i really really wish there will be unlocked devices in the market.
Twitter: gnradaza
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Jam. replied on Oct 21st, 2010 at 10:24 pm (6)
Globe – Apple
Smart – Microsoft
Sun – ??? (sana android or meego) >:)
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Sun – Linux
Just kidding
Talagang out na ang SYMBIAN
wawa naman!
@Guy Radaza
That would be awesomeeee! haha
I’m currently using Samsung Omnia HD (i8910). I’m thinking whether or not to get the new Omnia 7. Globe user here though xD
Twitter: deuts
says:
Whatever Windows can come up for the mobile device, I ain’t interested anymore. I’ve tried WinMo 6.5 and it sucked—to the bones! LOL!
well, i read that wp7 is a totally different animal from winmo.
we’ll just have to wait and see.
They said wp7 device so it could be a single device. Also i read from tech pinas that this “device” is actually the HTC MOZART