Windows Phone New York event
Microsoft is preparing for its “big” Windows Phone event tomorrow by erecting a huge Windows Phone in New York City.
The Windows Phone is located within the pedestrian plaza of Herald Square in New York City. Microsoft is inviting passers by to check out the event at 12 noon on Monday November 7. The software giant is expected to promote Windows Phone in a big way this week as a holiday push of marketing heads to the U.S. market. A Neowin member was able to secure pictures (see below) of the giant Windows Phone. It appears to be made out of several screens that will demonstrate Microsoft’s Windows Phone features.
Microsoft sent invites to press and media outlets last month, inviting them to a “backstage” event on November 7. The invite features Samsung’s Focus Flash and Focus S devices alongside a HTC TITAN. Andy Lees and Joe Belfiore from Microsoft’s Windows Phone team will be on hand alongside a number of other Windows Phone team members. Microsoft is also hosting a number of partners too. Microsoft appears to be planning a “big” announcement as the word is highlighted on the invite with the text, “that’s not the only big thing Windows Phone has planned.”
Microsoft looks set to launch its U.S. AT&T Windows Phone 7.5 devices on November 7. Samsung’s next-generation focus includes a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus display, 1.4GHz processor, 4G network support and a 1.3MP front facing camera. The rear of the device is equipped with an 8MP camera. The device appears to resemble Samsung’s Galaxy S II Android model. Samsung’s second Windows Phone 7.5 “Mango” device is aimed at the lower price point market. The Focus Flash will include a 3.7-inch Super AMOLED screen running a 1.5GHz processor. The device will also include a 5MP rear camera and front facing camera.
Giant Windows Phone in New York City
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