Back at Mobile World Congress 2009, Microsoft announced the MyPhone service in addition to Windows Mobile 6.5. Since the announcement and the first launch, the MyPhone service has been an invite only program, however yesterday Microsoft MyPhone for Windows Phones is in the public beta stage. If you want to get an overview about the functionality check out the MobilityMinded Microsoft MyPhone (p)review after MWC 2009.
“With today’s release, we’re opening the beta to all users — no more waiting list or promotional codes! So you can tell your friends, family and colleagues with Windows Mobile phones to visit http://myphone.microsoft.com and start using My Phone today.” [ref02]
The first change I noticed was the slight changes in the logo design, perhaps symobiling the “global” roll-out of the application. Indeed no more waiting for a promotional code, and furthermore the Microsoft MyPhone Team did some huge improvements:
“Today’s web site upgrade includes enabling 19 additional languages on the web portal, adding a Video Demo on the welcome page, providing Help content, and making a number of other improvements based on your feedback.” [ref02]
The localization into 19 languages is a huge improvement, resulting in a custom lozalized user experience. Second great that a “help” or FAQ section is added to the website so users can troubleshoot if necessary and decide if they want to decide or not. Great from a customer perspective, and you should certainly check out the video demo on the homescreen.
Overall wrap-up
Jack Cook of Experience Mobility describes it as: “MyPhone – You need this !”. Personally I fully agree and can tell you from my own experience that this is service is of great value for you Windows Phone. It feels good that your important personal information is stored somewhere safe in the cloud (in case your Windows Phone get lost for example). If you are still a little uncertain check out the review about the MyPhone service on this website.
The localizations make it possible for consumers to have the Windows Mobile experience in their own language, and the help-section answers the most important questions of this service in an good overview. However these improvements are not the only improvements, since the MyPhone Team has also announced to upgrade the client in the near future:
“Over the next few weeks, we will be updating the companion software for your phone, at which time you will be prompted to download the updated software. The upgrade process is quick and easy – all your settings and data will be retained — so we encourage you to upgrade when prompted to do so.” [ref02]
Finally simply don’t wait any longer, sign-up today and get your copy of the client over here !
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