While Windows Phone 7 already has some great Facebook integration in its People and Pictures hubs, of course there’s also a full Facebook app in the Marketplace as well. It’s arguably the most well-designed mobile app for Facebook, and it works pretty good. Unfortunately you’re missing some features like video uploads and instant messaging. There’s no way to add Facebook events to your Calendar either. Overall it’s a decent app, but it could be better. …
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Windows Phone 7 Doesn’t Support Custom Ringtones (Video)
One of the missing features with Windows Phone 7 that Microsoft apparently didn’t get around to adding is the ability to add your own custom ringtones. It might someday be possible, and we hear there are rumors you’ll be able to buy ringtones in the Marketplace. In the meantime, you’re stuck with what’s built into the device. Luckily OEMs and carriers are capable of adding their own selection of ringtones to their devices. In the …
Continue readingCustomize Your Xbox Live Avatar Right Now
One of the great (and unique) features of Windows Phone 7 is its Xbox Live integration. The Games Hub and its Live Tile even show your personal Xbox Live avatar. Previously, you could only customize your avatar using an Xbox 360 console. Well, now with Windows Phone 7, there’s an Xbox Live Extras free download that upgrades the Games Hub to support avatar editing on your phone! You’ve seen a demo of this before. After …
Continue readingWindows Phone 7 vs Zune HD (Video)
We all know that Windows Phone 7 has Zune music service features built in, but how exactly do they compare with the Zune HD? Well there are many similarities, but also some significant differences. Check out the video below for a quick overview. The thing I miss the most in Windows Phone 7 is the Smart DJ button. You’ll see this in the Zune desktop software as well as the Zune HD. What this does …
Continue readingZune Pass Deal Nets 12 Months For Price of 10
Well, this looks like a pretty nice deal! As you know from our review, Zune is part of the backbone of Windows Phone 7. It’s well integrated into the operating system so that if you’re a Zune Pass subscriber, you can download an unlimited amount of music to your phone at any time. Also, some third party apps like Shazam integrate with Zune. Normally if you’re a Zune Pass subscriber, you pay about $15 per …
Continue readingWindows Phone 7 App Showcase: Fandango
Fandango is another movie-centric app that’s fun to have on Windows Phone 7. It can connect to your Fandango account, and you can easily purchase movie tickets at theaters that participate in Fandango’s online movie ticket purchasing service. It also lets you check out trailers, detailed information about the movie, and more. Originally published on Pocketnow on October 21, 2010. More Windows Phone articles from the Pocketnow archive.
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