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Microsoft Secret Prototype Phone Stolen

Posted by ScuttleMonkey on from the microsoft-to-develop-more-secure-pockets dept.

bossanovalithium writes to tell us that details are emerging about the theft of a top secret prototype mobile device stolen from an executive's pocket. Time to start watching eBay. "There are fears that leaks regarding the features and early bugs in the software could mar the launch of Windows Mobile 6.5 which the company hopes will give it the edge over the iPhone and the new Google Android operating system. The new product includes support for touch-screen technology similar to that found on the Apple iPhone. Among the features offered in the new service unveiled by Microsoft's chief executive, Steve Ballmer, on Tuesday, is a version of Windows Marketplace for Mobiles, which is set to compete with the popular Apple's App Store and provide easy ways to download music and products to mobiles. "

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  1. The "secret" is by MrEricSir · · Score: 5, Funny

    that it's an iPhone with the word "Microsoft" engraved on the back

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  2. Well one thing's for sure by pwnies · · Score: 5, Funny

    Their new phone wont have GPS capabilities.

  3. We had the next iPhone killer.... by SupremoMan · · Score: 5, Funny

    but someone stole it...

  4. Re:how much you want to bet... by nschubach · · Score: 5, Funny

    My Boss has a WinMo6 phone that locks up when he answers calls from his wife. He calls this a feature.

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