In addition to a number of new features that the software giant is planning to include on the Windows Phone 8.1 update, Microsoft is gearing to launch their very own personal assistant called Cortana and the folks over at The Verge got an early preview of Siri’s upcoming rival in action. Nevertheless, we think that the addition of Cortana to the Windows Phone 8.1 feature set is a huge step forward for the next iteration of Microsoft’s mobile platform which is expected to be rolled out sometime next month. Internationally announced at MWC in Barcelona last March, Cherry Mobile's Alpha Neon is a Windows-powered phone that packs modest specs. Previous Windows Phone owners should have no problems navigating through its UI. Conclusion The Alpha Neon feels like a premium Windows phone in terms of hardware. Browsing experience was also snappy -- its Windows 8.1 OS was responsive and we didn't come across any major hiccups despite its modest internals. Cherry Mobile Alpha Neon specs: 5-inch HD IPS display, 294ppi 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snadpragon 200 quad-core CPU Adreno 302 GPU 1GB RAM 8GB internal storage up to 64GB via microSD 8MP rear camera with flash 2MP front camera Dual-SIM, Dual-Standby 3G HSPA+ WiFi 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth 4.0 2,000mAh battery Windows Phone 8.1 Cyan, Yellow, Red, Lime, Ivory Read more in our articles including "Microsoft to debut Cortana on Windows Phone 8.1 update" and "Cherry Mobile Alpha Neon Quick Review".
In addition to a number of new features that the software giant is planning to include on the Windows Phone 8.1 update, Microsoft is gearing to launch their very own personal assistant called Cortana and the folks over at The Verge got an early preview of Siri’s upcoming rival in action. Nevertheless, we think that the addition of Cortana to the Windows Phone 8.1 feature set is a huge step forward for the next iteration of Microsoft’s mobile platform which is expected to be rolled out sometime next month.
Internationally announced at MWC in Barcelona last March, Cherry Mobile's Alpha Neon is a Windows-powered phone that packs modest specs. Previous Windows Phone owners should have no problems navigating through its UI. Conclusion The Alpha Neon feels like a premium Windows phone in terms of hardware.
Our coverage of windows phone 8.1 update includes: "Microsoft to debut Cortana on Windows Phone 8.1 update"; "Cherry Mobile Alpha Neon Quick Review"; "iPhone 3G: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly". Each article provides unique insights and information.