Windows Phone
Windows Phone was a mobile operating system developed by Microsoft Corporation as the successor to Windows Mobile. It was first introduced in October 2010 with the release of Windows Phone 7. Windows Phone featured a modern user interface characterized by Live Tiles, which provided dynamic updates for apps and services directly on the home screen. The operating system aimed to offer a fresh and intuitive user experience with seamless integration with Microsoft services such as Office, OneDrive, and Xbox Live. Windows Phone devices were produced by various manufacturers, including Nokia, HTC, Samsung, and others. However, despite efforts to compete with dominant platforms like iOS and Android, Windows Phone struggled to gain significant market share, largely due to a lack of developer support and a limited app ecosystem. Microsoft eventually discontinued support for Windows Phone in 2017, signaling the end of its mobile ambitions in favor of focusing on other platforms and services. While Windows Phone itself is no longer actively developed or supported, its legacy lives on in some Microsoft technologies and features that have been integrated into Windows 10 and other Microsoft products.