Top Best WP 7 Windows Phone 7 Apps 2011

The Windows Phone 7 is all set to capture a vast market share in Mobile Operating System (OS) Industry after the deal with Finnish Mobile Handset Giant Nokia.

As the popularity of WP 7 is creeping up more developers may be tempted to design free and premium apps for the Windows Mobile 7 platform. Microsoft Windows is the most widely used Desktop PC Operating System and its Mobile Version Windows Phone 7 is expected to gain success.

Top WP7 Windows Phone 7 Apps 2011

Well in the herd of so many free and premium (paid ) apps, it becomes very difficult for the user’s to choose the handy and suitable apps that assist them accomplish their desired tasks easily on Windows Phone 7 powered devices.

Here is the a compilation of top free open source WP 7 Windows Phone 7 Apps to look for in 2011.

Kindle

Read Thousands of free eBooks and magazines available, Browse and shop a variety of useful premium eBooks, magazines, catalogs etc at Amazon with Kindle for Windows Phone 7 App.

Download Kindle for Windows Phone 7

Adobe Reader

Adobe Reader is the leading software for viewing, composing and editing .PDF format documents. With the increasing number of .PDF Format eBooks and Documents the user’s can install Adobe Reader App for Windows Phone 7 to effectively manage their .PDF documents.

Download Adobe Reader for Windows Phone 7

Handyscan

Handyscan is a useful personal document scanner application for Windows Phone 7. With Handyscan the user’s can use the WP 7 device’s camera to scan (picture) physical documents. With handyscan the user’s have the option to scan multiple pages per document, align/rotate the resulted scan or crop it if required. Handyscan app for Windows Phone 7 also contains a ‘typewriter’ feature which allows the user to type text into scanned documents or forms.

Download Handyscan

Google Search

Search the Web with Internet Giant “Google Search Engine”. The Google Search App for Windows Mobile 7 let’s the users search websites, keywords, images, video’s and other stuff available over internet easily via Google Search Engine.

Download Google Search App for Windows Phone 7

Twitter Client for WP 7

The famous micro blogging social network Twitter has a Twitter Client for Windows Phone 7, a handy app that let’s the user manage his Twitter Account conveniently on Windows Phone 7 powered Devices.

Download Twitter Client for Windows Phone 7

Google Maps

Browse Google Maps to search where you are? and search for routes if you have to go somewhere. Google Maps App for Windows Phone 7 is a very good App to search for places and locations around the globe.

Download Google Maps App for Windows Phone 7

You Tube for Windows Phone 7

Enjoy free video’s from around the world easily on your Windows Phone 7 device with this open source You Tube App for Windows Phone 7.

Download You Tube for Windows Phone 7

VoxoFon

Voxofon allows users of WP 7 to call Skype, Google talk and more right from their device. Calls to Skype and Gtalk are free, though you have to pay for other VoIP services being used.

Download Voxofon for WP 7

ACCU Weather

AccuWeather for Windows Phone 7 will offer accurate, localized and detailed weather news and information in a modern and clean format.

Download ACCU Weather App for Windows Phone 7

Skyfire Mobile

Skyfire is a popular mobile browser which is also available for Windows Phone 7. Watch videos, connect with your friends, listen to music, shop and browse web using the full featured mobile browser. It supports both Flash 10 and Silverlight 2.0.
It integrates with Gmail, Twitter and Facebook. The user can customize his experience and share his web experience with friends.

Download Skyfire Mobile Browser WP 7

References TecheSpot

Microsoft is expected to drop the third update for Windows Phone 7 in May 2011.

Slash Gear reported that Microsoft may release its third update for windows phone 7 on 3rd May 2011.

This update is supposed to address a security issue that leads to content spoofing and phishing attacks on Windows Phone 7 user’s.

9 rogue SSL certificate were loosed in security due to a hacking attempt that has made the Windows Phone 7 handsets prone to data insecurity. Microsoft was supposed to deal with this issue some time earlier with an update for Windows phone 7 but the third update for Windows Phone 7 is expected on 3 May 2011.

Although nothing is confirmed by the time so it appears to be a rumor until now but it is expected that this WP7 update will be a security fix closing loophole around compromised third party certificated issued by Comodo.

Let’s see if we see a Windows Phone 7 update on 3 May 2011 or not till then stay tunes to risedream.com/blog/ as much more exciting tech tips and news are coming your way

[via TNW]

One of the popular Mobile Handset Manufacturer Nokia which is famous for manufacturing durable and cost effective Mobile Handsets that are admired especially by the middle class people has joined hands with Microsoft.

Now the upcoming handsets of Nokia will feature Microsoft Windows Phone 7 Operating System Platform. This means that Nokia will no longer use the famous Symbian and  Meebo O.S.

This may be a step forward towards the success of Windows Phone 7. Now lets wait and watch to see how much profits will Microsoft earns through WP7 O.S.

via Sizlopedia

Microsoft has revised its Policy for the Windows Phone 7 OS Application Developers.

According to the Revised terms the Developers of Apps may run their Apps without User Permission when the Device Screen is turned Off.  Earlier the Operation of Apps in the background required User Permissions. Microsoft has lifted this restriction and now the User’s of Windows Phone 7 will be able to enjoy features like Audio Playback in the background when the screen is locked.

Since the arrival of Windows Phone 7 OS a lot of Developers have started to Develop Apps for the Windows Phone 7 OS. The Windows Phone 7 is expected to launch in the US on November 8 2010 and before the release it seems that Microsoft has realized the importance of User Feedback. It is expected that these Apps will consume little amount of Battery.

Since the Rivals of Windows Phone 7 and Android are Offering various Features that are driving the attention of consumers towards their Signatured Smart Phones. To compete and Capture a Market Share for its Product Microsoft has started to induce New features in their Windows Phone 7 O.S. Earlier in the Year 2010 Microsoft has reported Profitability in its Financial Statements.

Lets see how the User’s and Developer’s respond to this revision of policy by Microsoft.

via GeekWithLaptop

A rumor is currently circulating that states that Microsoft is all set to release its Windows Phone 7 Device Handsets in Europe on 21 October 2010.

The Countries in the List are Spain, Italy, UK,France and Germany. It is not yet confirm if the Windows Phone 7 devices will be available in the US or not.

Reports Claim that Microsoft will hold an Event in the New York City on 11 October 2010 and will showcase their Windows Phone 7 Handsets. The Windows Phone 7 will be released in the US within Few days of its Release in Europe.

It is Expected that Microsoft will conduct an Advertising campaign to promote its Windows Phone 7 Handsets.

Although Few sources claim that Microsoft will not be offering Data Tethering Services for their Windows Phone 7 Handsets but Lets Gear up to see the device World Wide release and Response among the Masses.

via Neowin

Windows Phone 7 is a Mobile Operating System (O.S) manufactured by Microsoft that is expected to be released in October 2010.

Windows Phone 7 or Windows Mobile 7 is the Upgraded and Successor Version of Windows Mobile 6.5.  Windows Mobile 7 will have new and improved Features compared with the Predecessor Windows Mobile 6.5.

Windows Phone 7 resembles Microsoft Windows Edition in Desktop Computers as it allows User’s to run Softwares and other Applications just like in Desktop PC.

Windows Mobile 7 is just like a version of Microsoft Windows running on Windows Phone 7 powered Device.

The Features of Windows Phone 7 or Windows Mobile 7

User Interface

Windows Phone 7 O.S will feature a Completely redesigned User Interface (UI). Windows Mobile 7 User Interface will Feature a Start Screen that has Tiles.  The Tiles will be Links to Applications,items and Functions, and Other Features like Camera and Video Player in the Device Powered by Windows Phone 7.

Language and Recognition:-

Windows Phone 7 will support more Languages and will have better Hand Writing Recognition facility. Some Math Equations can be written by hand on the Screen of the Device Operating Windows Mobile 7 which later can be Opened in the Computing Application installed within the Windows Phone 7 Device.

Touch Screen:-

Windows Phone 7 will feature Touch screen that means the Users may be able to Operate their Windows Phone 7 Device through Scrolling their Fingers across the Screen and Tapping Buttons to access Features in Windows Phone 7 Device.

Text Input:-

Text Input on Windows Phone 7 O.S is possible through a Virtual Keyboard. The Interesting Part is that the Virtual Keyboard has a full Dedicated Key for Entering Emoticons (Avatars or Images Describing One’s Mood) that makes Windows Phone 7 Optimized for Social Networks and Chatting. The Spell Checking and Word Prediction Feature adds Value to the Windows Phone 7 O.S.  The Windows Phone 7 O.S supports Hardware Keyboard. It is upon the Discretion of the device Manufacturer whether he Installs a Hardware Keyboard in the Windows Phone 7 Device or not.

Content:-

Windows Phone 7 will arrange content into Hubs. These Hubs will have both Online and Offline Content which means that in the Pictures Hub User’s can have access to their Photo Albums in their Facebook Account and the Pictures taken from their Windows Phone 7 Device Camera. This means User’s can Access Online and Offline Data easily under one Section if they Use Windows Phone 7 Device.

Web Browsers:-

Internet Explorer Mobile that is an Intermediate Version between Internet Explorer 7 and Internet Explorer 8 is available in Windows Phone 7 O.S. Adobe Flash Player 10.1 is expected in Windows Mobile 7 O.S. Multitasking and Edit Features like Cut copy paste are also expected in the Final Version of Windows Phone 7.

Apps:-

The Apps for Windows Phone 7 will be available at the Windows Market Place but all unsuitable Apps will be removed keeping the Phone Clean.

Software updates:-

The New Updates will be installed Directly into the Device just like Updates in Desktop Windows through Automatic Updates Section. These Updates are meant to improve Security of Windows Phone 7 device. Sometimes a User may be asked to connect his Windows Phone 7 device to his computer for Installing Updates.

Verdict:-

Overall the Windows Phone 7 has ability to compete with rivals like Google Android O.S and Apple iOS. Windows Phone 7 has been Provided to Device Manufacturers and a lot of User’s are claiming Tablet Computers Powered by Windows Phone 7 have full ability to beat Apple iPad Tablet Computer.  Some Upcoming New Devices Powered by Windows Phone 7 are the Upcoming HP Slate Tablet and WinPad Tablet.

Reference Wikipedia

After the arrival of Apple iPad, Windows Phone 7 and Android Powered Tablet Computers the Tablet Computers Industry has started Growing at a Fast Pace.

From time to time we get to see a lot of New Exciting Tablets being released. A Lot of Companies have started or are planning to try their Luck in this Industry but if we think it on a Scholar’s Perspective this is one of the things we should not expect from these Manufacturers.

Since the Introduction of Tablet Computers we have seen several tablet devices but the sad part is that they mostly utilize similar Technology and integrate replica Features. Every time we see a Tablet Coming Up with a New Feature the competitors start Imitating the same Feature in their Updated Versions.

Being a Consumer when I see these appealing exciting Gadgets either Operating on Android OS designed by Google or iOS Designed by Apple or Windows Phone 7 I get pleased but when this Process will continue for a Consistent period of Time i will get Fed Up and will revert back from paying attention towards the new Releases.

On One Hand this Scenario will cause abundance of Tablets offering Similar Features with Minor Differences in Price while on the other Hand it will cause User’s to stick to just One tablet they have in their Possession.

Instead of adopting the tactics of laggards the Tablet manufacturing Companies should concentrate on the Development of their Own New Technologies. We Know Apple has a robust Research and Development Department that comes up with Exciting Ideas.

It is better for any manufacturer to come up with own Signatured Device Structure along with self developed OS and their Own Interactive Features that make their Product distinct from other Products available in the Market.

There are a lot features that are still to be included in these Tablet Computers like we can have a Tablet computer with Sensors that act upon the Voice Commands or Gestures of Individuals Using it.  I Heard Apple is trying Security Feature related with detecting the Legitimate Owner of the Device by sensing the Heart Beat.

In the similar Manner instead of Just lagging behind other Products every manufacturer should have his own Device from which we can easily recognize their Brand name.

This lack of innovation in the World of Manufacturing Tablet Computers should be Fixed so that the User’s experience something Unique and new Every Time they hear about a New Gadget release.

For all the User’s who have been craving to grab a new Exciting Windows Phone 7 Tablet may finally be able to Pre-Order a new Windows Phone 7 Tablet for $499.

The Orders are Expected to ship by October 15 2010.

CTL 2goPad SL 10 is a Windows Phone 7 Tablet manufactured by CTL. This Tablet is Just like a PC (Personal Computer). The User’s have access to Windows Programs and features and this Tablet can Run Softwares like Window does.

If we take a look at the Major Features this Device has to offer then we may find the Following Useful Functions

CTL 2goPad SL 10 has

Processor

An Intel® Atom® N450 processor that saves 40% more energy as compared to the Predecessor Models.

Memory

250 GB Hard Drive and 2GB DDR2 Memory

COMMUNICATIONS

Dual Antenna WiFi WLAN (B/G/N)

BluetoothIntegrated 10/100 LAN

DIMENSIONS

10.3″ x 6.6″ x .72″2.6lbs

PORTS

Bluetooth2 Audio Jacks: Microphone-in, Speaker-out2 USB ports (v2.0)Mini VGA Out (Adapter Included)1 RJ45 Ethernet Micro SD Card Reader

OPERATING SYSTEM

Microsoft® Window® 7: 32 Bit

AUDIO

Built-in High Definition Audio2 Channel

Stereo Speakers

Omni-Directional Microphone

Video Playback

Support for Html 5 and Flash to Play Video’s from Popular websites like You Tube.

Additive Features

Built in e Reader that allows Compatibility with e books and  Kindle for PC.

Multitasking that allows various Works to be accomplished at the same time means that it allows several programs to be opened at a time and allows easy switching over between these programs.

Camera

A 1.3 Mega Pixel Camera allows Video Chat and offers Video Conferencing Facility.

Warranty:-

1 Year Parts and Labor Warranty

Overall Windows Phone 7 Tablet manufactured by CTL Looks appealing but lets wait and watch how much sales CTL is able to generate for its New CTL 2goPad SL 10 Windows 7 Tablet.

Pre-Order CTL 2goPad Windows Phone 7 Tablet Computer for $499

via CTL Corp

The Final Version of the Windows Phone 7 Development Kit is expected to release on 16 September 2010. The Beta Version of the Windows Phone 7 was placed on the Microsoft Website for the Developers to test the Platform.

According to an estimate the Beta Version of Windows Phone 7 was downloaded  300,000 times.  According to the Feedback received by Microsoft about the  Windows Phone 7 support for more Visual Tools will be injected into the Windows Phone 7 SDK.

Microsoft is organizing Training Courses, offering free videos and some tutorails to convince Developers work upon the Windows Phone 7 Platform.

A lot of Famous Companies have already started to manufacture their upcoming projects over the Windows Phone 7 Platform.

Microsoft is now in direct Competition with the Internet Giant Google over Android Platform.

Now Would the Research and Development Department of Microsoft will be efficient enough to capture a high Market Share for their product all will unfold with the passage of time.

via The Register