posted on Wednesday, May 11, 2005 8:51 PM
by
davidboschmans
Introducing Windows Mobile 5.0
Yesterday at Microsoft® Mobile & Embedded DevCon 2005, Microsoft's annual mobile and embedded developers conference, the release to manufacturing (RTM) of Windows Mobile (TM) 5.0 has been announced. This new version of the Windows Mobile software platform delivers on partner requests, including more platform flexibility to customize devices and solutions; productivity enhancements that include updated Microsoft Office software and persistent memory storage for more efficient data management; and a powerful multimedia experience with Windows Media® Player 10 Mobile and support for hard drives. The press release can be found here.
Why Target Windows Mobile 5.0?
Improved Productivity:
- Single Toolset with Visual Studio 2005.
- More Consistent, Unified Platform.
- More Managed APIs.
- Easier to Build and Test. Visual Studio 2005 makes it easier to build and test Windows Mobile 5.0 applications by introducing.
Integrated Multimedia Experiences:
- Accelerated Graphics and Games Development.
- Richer Media Functionality with Windows Media 10 Mobile.
- Easier Camera Integration.
More Options to Differentiate:
- Easier and Faster Access to Outlook Mobile Data.
- Enabling More Intelligent Applications.
- Higher Performance Database Engine.
- Low-Cost, More Versatile Development Platform.
- More Partnership Options and Benefits.
Learn about the tools for building Windows Mobile 5.0 applications:
If you are a Windows Mobile application developer you can find all the necessary resources to build innovative, robust applications for Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs and Smartphones from the Mobile Developer Center.
Some links to great blogs on Mobile and Embedded devices: