If they want this to compete, they'll need a nicer UI than the standard Windows Mobile kit. Give it a nicer interface, like Samsung or HTC, and get some deals happening with carriers [don't rely on unlocked sales, very few people get them like that, I'm one of the only ones that does here in Aus, at least in my circle of techy friends], and you should have a winner on your hands if it's sexy looking enough.
Or better yet, have it come with Android (or support for Android when it's out).
I too am the only one in my circle of friends that buys his phone outright and unlocked (in Aus), and so my next phone really needs to offer me a lot for me to buy it. WinMo doesn't really cut it for me with GUI friendliness.
“Microsoft's not promising the world with Windows Mobile 6.5, nor are they delivering it -- it's very much a stopgap, complete with duct tape, bubble gum, and Bondo.”
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If they want this to compete, they'll need a nicer UI than the standard Windows Mobile kit. Give it a nicer interface, like Samsung or HTC, and get some deals happening with carriers [don't rely on unlocked sales, very few people get them like that, I'm one of the only ones that does here in Aus, at least in my circle of techy friends], and you should have a winner on your hands if it's sexy looking enough.
Or better yet, have it come with Android (or support for Android when it's out).
I too am the only one in my circle of friends that buys his phone outright and unlocked (in Aus), and so my next phone really needs to offer me a lot for me to buy it. WinMo doesn't really cut it for me with GUI friendliness.